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Nowhere in the whole realm of literature will you find such a Marvel, such a Wonder, such a Nonesuch of a book; nowhere will you find impossibilities so real and so convincing than in the Tales of a Thousand and One nights, also known as the Tales from the Arabian Nights. The scene is Indian, Egyptian, Arabian, Persian; but Bagdad and Balsora, Grand Cairo, the silver Tigris, and the blooming gardens of Damascus, though they can be found indeed on the map, live much more truly in the enchanted realms of these tales.
Herein you will find eleven of the most popular tales, from the original two hundred and sixty four, with color illustrations by Maxfield Parrish. Tales of THE TALKING BIRD, THE SINGING TREE, AND THE GOLDEN WATER, THE STORY OF THE FISHERMAN AND THE GENIE, THE HISTORY OF THE YOUNG KING OF THE BLACK ISLES, THE STORY OF GULNARE OF THE SEA, THE STORY OF ALADDIN; OR, THE WONDERFUL LAMP, THE STORY OF PRINCE AGIB, THE STORY OF THE CITY OF BRASS, THE STORY OF ALI BABA AND THE FORTY THIEVES, THE HISTORY OF CODADAD AND HIS BROTHERS and all SEVEN VOYAGES OF SINBAD.
Once a child has once read of Prince Agib, of Gulnare or Periezade, Sinbad or Codadad, in this or any other volume of its kind, the magic will have been instilled into their blood, for the Oriental flavour in the Arab tales is like nothing so much as magic.
The editors have purposely shortened the stories so as to keep a childs attention, omitting some of the tedious repetitions that creep in from time to time when Arabian story-tellers were embellishing the text to suit their purposes.
Excerpt from THE ARABIAN NIGHTS - THEIR BEST KNOWN TALES
THE FIRST VOYAGE of SINBAD
"I inherited from my father considerable property, the greater part of which I squandered in my youth in dissipation; but I perceived my error, and reflected that riches were perishable, and quickly consumed by such ill managers as myself, I further considered, that by my irregular way of living I wretchedly misspent my time; which is, of all things, the most valuable. Struck with these reflections, I collected the remains of my fortune, and sold all my effects by public auction. I then entered into a contract with some merchants, who traded by sea. I took the advice of such as I thought most capable, and resolving to improve what money I had, I embarked with several merchants on board a ship which we had jointly fitted out.
"We set sail, and steered our course toward the Indies through the Persian Gulf, which is formed by the coasts of Arabia Felix on the right, and by those of Persia on the left. At first I was troubled with sea-sickness, but speedily recovered my health, and was not afterward subject to that complaint.
"In our voyage we touched at several islands, where we sold or exchanged our goods. One day, whilst under sail, we were becalmed near a small island, but little elevated above the level of the water, and resembling a green meadow. The captain ordered his sails to be furled, and permitted such persons as were so inclined to land; of which number I was one.
"But while we were enjoying ourselves in eating and drinking, and recovering ourselves from the fatigue of the sea, the island on a sudden trembled, and shook us terribly.
"The motion was perceived on board the ship, and we were called upon to re-embark speedily, or we should all be lost; for what we took for an island proved to be the back of a sea monster. The nimblest got into the sloop, others betook themselves to swimming; but for myself, I was still upon the back of the creature when he dived into the sea, and I had time only to catch hold of a piece of wood that we had brought out of the ship. Meanwhile, the captain, having received those on board who were in the sloop, and taken up some of those that swam, resolved to improve the favourable gale that had just risen, and hoisting his sails, pursued his voyage, so that it was impossible for me to recover the ship.
"Thus was I exposed to the mercy of the waves all the rest of the day and the following night. By this time I found my strength gone, and despaired of saving my life, when happily a wave threw me against an island. The bank was high and rugged; so that I could scarcely have got up, had it not been for some roots of trees, which chance placed within reach. Having gained the land, I lay down upon the ground half dead, until the sun appeared. Then, though I was very feeble, both from hard labour and want of food, I crept along to find some herbs fit to eat, and had the good luck not only to procure some, but likewise to discover a spring of excellent water, which contributed much to recover me. After this I advanced farther into the island, and at last reached a fine plain, where at a great distance I perceived some horses feeding. I went toward them, and as I approached heard the voice of a man, who immediately appeared, and asked me who I was. I related to him my adventure, after which, taking me by the hand, he led me into a cave, where there were several other people, no less amazed to see me than I was to see them.
"I partook of some provisions which they offered me. I then asked them what they did in such a desert place, to which they answered, that they were grooms belonging to the Maha-raja, sovereign of the island, and that every year, at the same season they brought thither the king's horses for pasturage. They added, that they were to return home on the morrow, and had I been one day later, I must have perished, because the inhabited part of the island was at a great distance, and it would have been impossible for me to have got thither without a guide.
"Next morning they returned to the capital of the island, took me with them, and presented me to the Maha-raja. He asked me who I was, and by what adventure I had come into his dominions. After I had satisfied him, he told me he was much concerned for my misfortune, and at the same time ordered that I should want nothing; which commands his officers were so generous as to see exactly fulfilled.
"Being a merchant, I frequented men of my own profession, and particularly inquired for those who were strangers, that perchance I might hear news from Bagdad, or find an opportunity to return.
They put a thousand questions respecting my country; and I, being willing to inform myself as to their laws and customs, asked them concerning everything which I thought worth knowing.
"There belongs to this king an island named Cassel. They assured me that every night a noise of drums was heard there, whence the mariners fancied that it was the residence of Degial. I determined to visit this wonderful place, and in my way thither saw fishes of one hundred and two hundred cubits long, that occasion more fear than hurt, for they are so timorous, that they will fly upon the rattling of two sticks or boards. I saw likewise other fish about a cubit in length, that had heads like owls.
"As I was one day at the port after my return, a ship arrived, and as soon as she cast anchor, they began to unload her, and the merchants on board ordered their goods to be carried into the custom-house. As I cast my eye upon some bales, and looked to the name, I found my own, and perceived the bales to be the same that I had embarked at Bussorah. I also knew the captain; but being persuaded that he believed me to be drowned, I went, and asked him whose bales these were. He replied that they belonged to a merchant of Bagdad, called Sinbad, who came to sea with him; but had unfortunately perished on the voyage, and that he had resolved to trade with the bales, until he met with some of his family, to whom he might return the profit. 'I am that Sinbad,' said I, 'whom you thought to be dead, and those bales are mine.'
"When the captain heard me speak thus, 'Heavens!' he exclaimed, 'whom can we trust in these times? There is no faith left among men. I saw Sinbad perish with my own eyes, as did also the passengers on board, and yet you tell me you are that Sinbad. What impudence is this? You tell a horrible falsehood, in order to possess yourself of what does not belong to you.' 'Have patience,' replied I; 'do me the favour to hear what I have to say.' Then I told him how I had escaped, and by what adventure I met with the grooms of the Maha-raja, who had brought me to his court.
"The captain was at length persuaded that I was no cheat; for there came people from his ship who knew me, and expressed much joy at seeing me alive. At last he recollected me himself, and embracing me, 'Heaven be praised,' said he, 'for your happy escape. I cannot express the joy it affords me; there are your goods, take and do with them as you please.' I thanked him, acknowledged his probity, and offered him part of my goods as a present, which he generously refused.
"I took out what was most valuable in my bales, and presented them to the Maha-raja, who, knowing my misfortune, asked me how I came by such rarities. I acquainted him with the circumstance of their recovery. He was pleased at my good luck, accepted my present, and in return gave me one much more considerable. Upon this, I took leave of him, and went aboard the same ship, after I had exchanged my goods for the commodities of that country. I carried with me wood of aloes, sandal, camphire, nutmegs, cloves, pepper, and ginger. We passed by several islands, and at last arrived at Bussorah, from whence I came to this city, with the value of one hundred thousand sequins. My family and I received one another with sincere affection. I bought slaves and a landed estate, and built a magnificent house. Thus I settled myself, resolving to forget the miseries I had suffered, and to enjoy the pleasures of life."
Sinbad stopped here, and ordered the musicians to proceed with their concert, which the story had interrupted. The company continued enjoying themselves till the evening, when Sinbad sent for a purse of a hundred sequins, and giving it to the porter, said: "Take this, Hindbad, return to your home, and come back to-morrow to hear more of my adventures." The porter went away, astonished at the honour done, and the present made him. The account of this adventure proved very agreeable to his wife and children, who did not fail to return thanks to God for what providence had sent them by the hand of Sinbad.
Hindbad put on his best apparel next day, and returned to the bountiful traveller, who welcomed him heartily. When all the guests had arrived, dinner was served. When it was ended, Sinbad, addressing himself to the company, said, "Gentlemen, be pleased to listen to the adventures of my second voyage; they deserve your attention even more than those of the first." Upon this every one held his peace, and Sinbad proceeded.
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Kirn, 28 February 2022. With effect from 28 February 2022, SIMONA AG has acquired 100 percent of the share capital of PEAK Pipe Systems Limited (PEAK), based in Chesterfield, United Kingdom, from BRIDGSTOCK Limited, a family-run holding company, also headquartered in Chesterfield.
PEAK is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of high-quality polyethylene pipe systems. For more than 50 years, PEAK has been providing innovative solutions for the growing UK infrastructure market, with a particular emphasis on electric and water utility sectors, as well as aquaculture. The company employs 66 people and generates revenue of approximately €40 million p.a.
The acquisition will underpin SIMONA Group's strategic realignment, the aim being to achieve a strong focus on applications, while supporting the Group in its efforts to achieve its growth targets in the infrastructure and aquaculture markets within the EMEA region. Furthermore, the Group's product portfolio in the UK will be expanded significantly as a result of the acquisition, while its overall position in this attractive, segregated market will be further improved.
With a solid level of profitability, high growth rates, an experienced management team, dedicated employees and a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction, PEAK offers a high strategic fit for the SIMONA Group. Customers will benefit from an expanded product range, fast delivery times and system solutions from a single source.
Kirn, 09 November 2020. SIMONA AG plans to acquire 70 per cent of the ownership interests in MT Plastik AS, Düzce, Turkey. Established in 2007, MT Plastik is Turkey's market leader within the area of PVC foam sheets. The products are used primarily in the field of digital printing, advertising and structural engineering. MT Plastik is a private owned company, employing around 50 people and generating revenue in excess of €11 million. The company exports approx. 60 per cent of its revenue, mainly to Europe. The planned acquisition is to be seen in the context of SIMONA's strategic realignment in Europe and will help to strengthen the Group's market position within the area of PVC foam products.
SIMONA wants to establish itself as Europe's market leader for PVC foam sheets with regard to quality, breadth of product portfolio and market share. In acquiring MT Plastik, a highly profitable and very well organised company with lean structures, SIMONA has laid the foundation. In addition, Turkey as a location and the high share of exports already achieved by MT Plastik gives access to other interesting markets in Europe and the Middle East.
The transaction combines the mature product portfolios of two companies with extensive experience and expertise. Customers will benefit from a greater focus on applications, a stronger market presence based on a dense network of competent distribution partners and improved logistics and services.
The existing owners of MT Plastik have committed themselves to the new alliance for the long term under the leadership of the current chairman and majority shareholder Tufan Kalkan and will retain 30 per cent of the interests.
Subject to the final approval of the antitrust authorities, the transaction is expected to be closed on 31 December 2020.
Kirn, 4 June 2020. The SIMONA Group is to acquire a 75 per cent interest in Stadpipe AS, Stadlandet, Norway. Stadpipe has established a strong market position when it comes to planning, producing and installing piping systems used in the aquaculture industry. The company has around 50 employees at its two sites in Norway. Its customers mainly consist of project planners and end-users in the fields of aquaculture, oil and gas, and industry. The product range primarily encompasses pipes, fittings, pre-manufactured components and tanks made of polyethylene (PE). Stadpipe is an owner-run company managed by the Sjåstad brothers.
SIMONA sees the rapidly growing global market for equipment used by fish farms as a core segment that the plastics processing company can serve both with products for tank systems and pipelines.
The acquisition offers SIMONA access to project planning companies and end consumers in the fish farming and fishing industry and opens up opportunities in this global growth market. Stadpipe's product range complements and extends SIMONA's existing portfolio of pipes and fittings.
Matthias Schönberg to become new CEO of SIMONA – CFO Michael Schmitz appointed to Management Board
Thursday, 06 June 2019
Kirn. Matthias Schönberg (52) is to be appointed as new CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of SIMONA AG effective 15 August 2019. He will thus succeed Wolfgang Moyses, who has been a member of the Management Board since 1999 and has successfully managed the company in his capacity as CEO since 2003. During a career spanning almost 25 years, Matthias Schönberg has successfully managed and developed large and highly complex international business segments in a wide range of markets. Most recently, as Vice President at Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, he oversaw the company's EMEA business with sales of EUR 1.4 billion and a workforce of 4,900 people. In this role, Mr. Schönberg was also a member of the Global Leadership Team at Axalta. Prior to this, Mr. Schönberg had worked at Continental AG for 17 years, holding various national and international management positions, culminating in the role of CEO of ContiTech Fluid Technology. Matthias Schönberg holds the degree of Diplom-Kaufmann from University of Bayreuth.
Mr. Schönberg has been offered a three-year contract by the plastics processing company headquartered in Kirn. Wolfgang Moyses, the current CEO of SIMONA, will transfer his responsibilities to Mr. Schönberg effective 15 August 2019 and is to remain a member of the Management Board until 30 September 2019. This ensures a well-structured transition for this key managerial role.
Additionally, Michael Schmitz will be appointed to the Management Board of SIMONA AG effective 15 August 2019. Mr. Schmitz had taken up the role of CFO at SIMONA as early as 30 June 2018. He has served SIMONA in various international management roles since 1998. Mr. Schmitz has also been offered a three-year contract.
Following the departure of Wolfgang Moyses (as from 30 September 2019) and Dirk Möller (as from 30 June 2019), the Management Board of SIMONA AG will in future be comprised of Matthias Schönberg, CEO, Dr. Jochen Hauck, COO, and Michael Schmitz, CFO.
SIMONA Aktiengesellschaft: Acquisition in the US plastics market
Wednesday, 01 August 2018
Kirn, 1 Aug 2018. The SIMONA Group has acquired Premier Material Concepts, LLC (PMC), Findlay, Ohio, USA. PMC is an extrusion company specializing primarily in the manufacture of plastic sheet products used in caravan, agricultural, and industrial applications. Employing more than 60 people, the company generated annual revenue of approx. USD 27 million in fiscal 2017. Focusing on attractive niche markets for thermoforming applications, PMC supplies high-performance plastics requiring specialist solutions and significant materials expertise. Among the key materials processed by the company are TPO, ABS, and combinations of vinyl and acrylic with ABS. PMC is renowned for its highly flexible production capabilities and its extensive in-house expertise in the field of product development. The company was owned by a private equity firm.
SIMONA enters into agreement for acquisition of Boltaron Performance Products, LLC
Tuesday, 01 April 2014
Kirn, 1 April 2014. SIMONA AG, Kirn, Germany, has today (31 March 2014, local time (Eastern Standard Time)) – via an indirect subsidiary in the US – signed an agreement to acquire the business operations of Boltaron Performance Products, LLC, Newscomerstown, OH, USA.
Boltaron is a leading North American producer of thermoplastic sheet products for components used in aircraft and mass-transit vehicle interiors as well as for applications within the construction, chemical process and semiconductor industries. Boltaron's manufacturing facility brings together extrusion, calendering and press laminating under one roof. Employing 90 people, the company generates annual sales of approx. USD 30 million. Both parties have agreed not to disclose details of the purchase price.
In acquiring the company, SIMONA AG has reaffirmed its strategy of expansion through targeted acquisitions in the important US plastics market as well as its commitment to unlocking new fields of application. At the same time, the acquisition of Boltaron will provide the company with direct access to the aerospace plastics market, which has been experiencing global growth recently.
The conclusion of this transaction is subject to several conditions. The Management Board anticipates that the transaction will be concluded in the course of April 2014.
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SIMONA AMERICA INC. acquires Laminations Inc.
Wednesday, 08 January 2014
Kirn, 8 January 2014. Today SIMONA AMERICA INC., Hazleton, PA, USA, a wholly owned subsidiary of SIMONA AG, has acquired Laminations Inc., based in Archbald, PA, USA, effective 1 January 2014. Laminations Inc. is a leading US manufacturer of polyolefin and fluoropolymer sheet products with an annual turnover of approx. 30 Mill. US-Dollar and 110 employees. A large part of its production serves the US market. It also supplies specialty high density polyethylene and high performance fluoropolymer sheet products to customers in Europe and the Asia pacific region. The transaction will bring together the expertise and process engineering capabilities of both companies in the key fluoropolymer market.
In acquiring the company, SIMONA AMERICA strengthens its position in the US semi-finished plastics market. The takeover will allow SIMONA AMERICA to move into new fields of application, such as the outdoor recreational structures, furniture and the marine industry, all markets for specialized grades of high density polyethylene. In addition the acquisition expands its manufacturing capacity and extends its production methods. The combined materials expertise and processing technology of both companies also position SIMONA for increased application growth in global markets for high performance fluoropolymer sheet products.
The transaction is part of the strategy adopted by the SIMONA Group to internationalise its business, the aim being to systematically capture growth markets for plastics outside Europe and establish a significant position in those regions.
Both parties have agreed not to disclose details of the transaction.
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Changes to the Executive Board of SIMONA AG
Tuesday, 20 September 2011
Kirn, 20/09/2011. Effective from 1 January 2012, Mr. Fredy Hiltmann (56) is to be appointed as a new member of the Executive Board of SIMONA AG. Mr. Hiltmann will oversee the area of Corporate Finance (Chief Financial Officer). Having completed a vocational training programme in the field of business, Mr. Hiltmann studied Economics & Business Administration (HWV). He held senior positions at a number of global corporations, including Siemens AG and Georg Fischer AG. Most recently, Mr. Hiltmann was employed as Chief Financial Officer by the Metalor Group. Mr. Hiltmann is Swiss national.
By mutual consent with the Board, Chief Sales Officer Detlef Becker (51) will step down from his active role as a member of the Executive Board at the end of 30 September 2011. He has been an Executive Board member of SIMONA AG since 1 April 2008. His role in the company will be assumed by Wolfgang Moyses, Chief Executive Officer of SIMONA AG. The Chairman of the Board of SIMONA AG, Hans-Werner Marx, would like to thank Mr. Becker for his committed contribution.
SIMONA restructures its Management Board
Friday, 26 February 2010
Kirn, 26/02/2010. SIMONA AG will be restructuring its Management Board for economic reasons. The company's Supervisory Board has decided not to extend the contract with Mr. Jochen Feldmann, which is scheduled to end on 31 December 2010. Mr. Feldmann was the Management Board member responsible for Controlling, Accounting, Purchasing, IT/Organisation and Quality Management.
The Supervisory Board has expressed its thanks to Mr. Feldmann for his committed and successful contribution to the work of the SIMONA Management Board. The areas previously directed by Mr. Feldmann will be covered with immediate effect by Wolfgang Moyses, CEO of SIMONA AG.
SIMONA confirms closure of Würdinghausen site
Thursday, 05 November 2009
Kirn, 05/11/12009. SIMONA AG has reached a decision to close its Würdinghausen production facility at the earliest possible date due to significant losses incurred by the plant. Prior to making its decision, the company had entered into intensive and substantive negotiations with both the works council and the trade union; these efforts also included the involvement of an independent appraiser. The closure will affect 78 members of staff responsible for producing pressed sheets, profiles and finished parts at the facility, mainly for customers operating within the mechanical engineering and transport systems sector.
The product range manufactured at the company's plant in Würdinghausen will be integrated into other existing SIMONA sites. SIMONA is currently in negotiations with the works council and trade union concerning a reconciliation of interests as well as a redundancy and retraining plan.
This ad hoc announcement supplements the ad hoc announcement issued on 13 August 2009.
SIMONA considers closure of Würdinghausen production plant
Thursday, 13 August 2009
Kirn, 13/08/2009. SIMONA AG is considering closing its Würdinghausen production facility due to significant losses incurred by the plant. The decision will affect 84 members of staff responsible for producing pressed sheets, pro-files and finished parts at the facility, mainly for customers operating within the mechanical engineering and transport systems sector. The product range manufactured at the company's plant in Würdinghausen is to be integrated into other existing SIMONA sites.
The plans are to be implemented in a manner that is as socially acceptable as possible. The company's management is cur-rently in negotiations with the works council and the trade union concerning a reconciliation of interests and for the purpose of drawing up a redundancy and retraining plan.
SIMONA in first half: positive earnings despite severe decline in revenue
Friday, 31 July 2009
Kirn, 31/07/2009. The SIMONA Group has proved robust during the current economic crisis. A significant downturn in orders from the core sectors of chemicals and mechanical engineering resulted in a severe decline in revenue. Despite this situation, however, the Group managed to achieve positive earnings, supported by a timely package of streamlining measures as well as the company's solid market position.
In the first six months of 2009 the SIMONA Group generated revenue of EUR 106.3 million, corresponding to a decline of 32.3 per cent compared to the very solid first half of 2008, when sales revenue stood at EUR 157.1 million. As Wolfgang Moyses, Chief Executive Officer, today told the Annual General Meeting, pre-tax earnings amounted to EUR 3.5 million (prev. year: EUR 13.5 million).
Further details will be published on 26 August 2009 as part of the interim report for the first half.
SIMONA sells joint-venture interest in GF Piping Systems - Focus on core segment of chemical and industrial operators within fluoropolymer market
Thursday, 31 January 2008
Kirn, 31/01/2008. Effective from January 1, 2008, GF Piping Systems, Schaffhausen (Switzerland), will acquire the 50% interest of SIMONA AG in the joint-venture enterprise Georg Fischer SIMONA Fluorpolymer Products GmbH, Ettenheim. Both parties have agreed not to disclose details relating to the sale.
Established in 2002, the joint venture specialising in high-purity piping systems, including those used in the semiconductor industry, has one of the most modern cleanroom production facilities worldwide.
In future, SIMONA's main focus will be on expanding its business within the core sectors of chemicals and industry within the fluoropolymer market. SIMONA and GF Piping Systems will continue their long-standing collaboration at an operational level.
SIMONA acquires plastics business from 'Deutsche Holzveredelung Alfons und Ewald Schmeing oHG'
Wednesday, 30 August 2006
Kirn, 30/08/2006. As part of an asset deal, the SIMONA Group will acquire the plastics business of Deutsche Holzveredelung Alfons und Ewald Schmeing oHG, based in Kirchhundem-Würdinghausen (North Rhine-Westphalia), effective from 1 October 2006. The plastics operations of Deutsche Holzveredelung, which encompass the Dehoplast brand, generate revenues of approx. €18 million and include the manufacture and sale of pressed sheets, extruded sheets, solid rods, profiles and finished parts made principally of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). Both parties have agreed not to disclose details of the purchase price.
In acquiring Dehoplast, SIMONA will be able to complement its existing product range of semi-finished technical plastics and add to its portfolio by including finished parts. The finished-parts business includes the manufacture of components deployed within the area of mechanical engineering as well as in transportation and storage technology. The acquisition will allow SIMONA to enhance its position as a leading supplier of semi-finished plastics for industrial applications.
The plastics business also includes the manufacture of cutting boards, which are marketed under the frisylen ® brand. The Dehoplast unit produces its semi-finished plastics and finished parts at two factories, located in Kirchhundem-Würdinghausen and in Hilchenbach-Lützel, Siegerland region. In total, Dehoplast employs around 100 members of staff, who will be taken on by SIMONA.
Operations within the area of compressed laminated wood, an area covered by the dehonit® brand, will remain with Deutsche Holzveredelung Alfons und Ewald Schmeing oHG.
As part of the takeover, the technical expertise associated with the various locations of Dehoplast and SIMONA is to be further extended within the framework of a new business location concept yet to be drawn up.
This is a translation from German into English. Only the German document shall be considered authoritative.


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A new series of Pioneer brand soybean products, developed through the innovative DuPont Pioneer Accelerated Yield Technology (AYT) process, will bring soybean growers across North America a broad range of high yielding varieties. The new line of soybean products — named the T Series — includes 39 new products and will be introduced in this year.
Signaling an exciting new era in soybean production, the T Series supports soybean growers committed to seeking the right product for the right acre on their soybean fields. Available in seven maturity groups, T Series products represent the largest number of soybean varieties advanced in a single year by Pioneer. The new T Series varieties succeed the popular Pioneer Y Series soybeans introduced several years ago.
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Employing environment-specific markers to help optimize yields by geography, the AYT process pinpoints native trait genes for increased defensive trait protection and improved pest resistance packages tailored for specific geographies. AYT employs novel trait integration through a proprietary matrix of gene mapping, molecular breeding technologies and intense local field testing. The system is a key part of a comprehensive plan to accelerate yield gain and broaden resistance to key diseases and insects.
Among the new class of T Series soybeans, 34 varieties will carry the Roundup Ready gene. There are two new Plenish high oleic varieties, five new products with the LibertyLink gene and two new varieties with the Roundup Ready/STSTM stack. Also, 32 products are soybean cyst nematode (SCN) resistant and 29 carry a major Phytophthora-resistant gene. All T Series products will be available with proven, performance-boosting Pioneer Premium Seed Treatment products.
To distinguish the new T Series varieties, Pioneer initiated a new soybean product numbering system similar to the current nomenclature used for Pioneer brand corn products. The new system will use key identifiers, enabling growers to easily determine maturity and technologies. T Series soybean varieties will be denoted with the letter T in the middle of the product number.
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Tranströmer, Tomas
Tomas Tranströmer was born in Stockholm in 1931 and died on 26th March, 2015. His father was a journalist, but after his parents divorced he saw his father rarely. Tranströmer's mother was a teacher. In his childhood Tranströmer spent many summers on the island of Runmarö, and in his poetry collection Östersjöar (1974, Baltics) and memoir Minnena ser mig (1993) he also returned to its landscape.
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In 1990 Tranströmer received the Neustadt International Prize for Literature. His other awards include the Bonnier Award for Poetry, Germany's Petrarch Prize, Bellman Prize, The Swedish Academy's Nordic Prize, and August Prize. In 2011 he finally was awarded the Nobel Prize.
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Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Introduces Legislation to Stop Arming Terrorists
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Washington, DC—Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) introduced the Stop Arming Terrorists Act today. The legislation would prohibit the U.S. government from using American taxpayer dollars to provide funding, weapons, training, and intelligence support to groups like the Levant Front, Fursan al Ha and other allies of Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, al-Qaeda and ISIS, or to countries who are providing direct or indirect support to those same groups.
The legislation is cosponsored by Reps. Peter Welch (D-VT-AL), Barbara Lee (D-CA-13), Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA-48), and Thomas Massie (R-KT-04), and supported by the Progressive Democrats of America (PDA) and the U.S. Peace Council.
Video of Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's speech on the House floor is available here
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard said, "Under U.S. law it is illegal for any American to provide money or assistance to al-Qaeda, ISIS or other terrorist groups. If you or I gave money, weapons or support to al-Qaeda or ISIS, we would be thrown in jail. Yet the U.S. government has been violating this law for years, quietly supporting allies and partners ofal-Qaeda, ISIL, Jabhat Fateh al Sham and other terrorist groups with money, weapons, and intelligence support, in their fight to overthrow the Syrian government.[i]"The CIA has also been funneling weapons and money through Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar and others who provide direct and indirect support to groups like ISIS and al-Qaeda. This support has allowed al-Qaeda and their fellow terrorist organizations to establish strongholds throughout Syria, including in Aleppo.
"A recent New York Times article confirmed that 'rebel groups' supported by the U.S. 'have entered into battlefield alliances with the affiliate of al-Qaeda in Syria, formerly known as al Nusra.' This alliance has rendered the phrase 'moderate rebels' meaningless. Reports confirm that 'every armed anti-Assad organization unit in those provinces [of Idlib and Aleppo] is engaged in a military structure controlled by [al-Qaeda's] Nusra militants.'
"A recent Wall Street Journal article reported that many rebel groups are 'doubling down on their alliance' with al Nusra. Some rebel groups are renewing their alliance, while others, like Nour al-Din al-Zinki, a former CIA-backed group and one of the largest factions in Aleppo are joining for the first time. "The Syria Conquest Front—formerly known as the al-Qaeda-linked Nusra Front—is deeply intermingled with armed opposition groups of all stripes across Syria's battlefields."
"The CIA has long been supporting a group called Fursan al Haqq, providing them with salaries, weapons and support, including surface to air missiles. This group is cooperating with and fighting alongside an al-Qaeda affiliated group trying to overthrow the Syrian government. The Levant Front is another so-called moderate umbrella group of Syrian opposition fighters. Over the past year, the United States has been working with Turkey to give this group intelligence support and other forms of military assistance. This group has joined forces with al-Qaeda's offshoot group in Syria.
"This madness must end. We must stop arming terrorists. The Government must end this hypocrisy and abide by the same laws that apply to its' citizens.
"That is why I've introduced the Stop Arming Terrorists bill—legislation based on congressional action during the Iran-Contra affair to stop the CIA's illegal arming of rebels in Nicaragua. It will prohibit any Federal agency from using taxpayer dollars to provide weapons, cash, intelligence, or any support to al-Qaeda, ISIS and other terrorist groups, and it will prohibit the government from funneling money and weapons through other countries who are directly or indirectly supporting terrorists,"concluded Rep. Tulsi Gabbard.
Stephen Kinzer, a senior fellow at the Watson Institute for International Studies at Brown University, and award-winning author and journalist said, "The proposal to stop sending weapons to insurgents in Syria is based on the principle that pouring arms into a war zone only intensifies suffering and makes peace more difficult to achieve. Congress made a decision like this about the Nicaraguan contras during the 1980s. Aid to the contras was cut off by the Boland Amendment. The result was a peace process that finally brought an end to wars not only in Nicaragua, but also in El Salvador and Guatemala. This is the example we should be following. Cutting off arms shipments forces belligerents to negotiate. That is what we achieved in Nicaragua. It should be our goal in Syria as well."
Donna Smith, Executive Director of Progressive Democrats of America said, "Progressive Democrats of America believes that it is fundamentally wrong for the United States to fund those groups or individuals aligned with al-Qaeda, Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, ISIS, or other terrorist/extremist organizations. The 'Stop Arming Terrorists' bill authored by Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, of Hawaii's 2nd Congressional District, would help bring an end to the human tragedy unfolding in Syria where the haunting eyes of the innocent children of Aleppo call on us all to stop supporting those who threaten and kill them with ferocious intention. War is war, and terrorism is terrorism whether waged by the state or from external forces. PDA supports this measure."
Alfred Marder, President of the U.S. Peace Council said, "The U.S. Peace Council is honored to endorse and support the 'Stop Arming Terrorists Bill' as a major contribution to peace. This legislation will serve to galvanize the anti-war movement and the opposition to regime change policies that characterize our present foreign policy."
Background: The Stop Arming Terrorists bill prohibits U.S. government funds from being used to support al-Qaeda, ISIS or other terrorist groups. In the same way that Congress passed the Boland Amendment to prohibit the funding and support to CIA backed-Nicaraguan Contras during the 1980's, this bill would stop CIA or other Federal government activities in places like Syria by ensuring U.S. funds are not used to support al-Qaeda, Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, ISIS, or other terrorist groups working with them. It would also prohibit the Federal government from funding assistance to countries that are directly or indirectly supporting those terrorist groups. The bill achieves this by:
1) Making it illegal for any U.S. Federal government funds to be used to provide assistance covered in this bill to terrorists. The assistance covered includes weapons, munitions, weapons platforms, intelligence, logistics, training, and cash.
2) Making it illegal for the U.S. government to provide assistance covered in the bill to any nation that has given or continues to give such assistance to terrorists.
3) Requiring the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to determine the individual and groups that should be considered terrorists, for the purposes of this bill, by determining: (a) the individuals and groups that are associated with, affiliated with, adherents to or cooperating with al-Qaeda, Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, or ISIS; (b) the countries that are providing assistance covered in this bill to those individuals or groups.
4) Requiring the DNI to review and update the list of countries and groups to which assistance is prohibited every six months, in consultation with the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees, as well as the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
5) Requiring the DNI to brief Congress on the determinations.
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- Rob on January 3, 2017 at 10:18 pm
Yea! A sane politician. Funding terrorists won't help with peace anywhere. It will just be a big money maker for the defense industry.


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The Degen DE321 is the first of a new type of radio hitting the market–a DSP-based receiver with an analog tuning dial. I was very intrigued by this radio since both it and the future Tecsun R-2010 are the newest of their kind. We're still waiting for the R-2010 to hit the market, but the DE321 was introduced just a few weeks ago.
So, keep in mind that the DE321 I describe is not technically analog, although the dial and face appear to be.
My first impressions of this radio are very positive. The DE321 is small, slim, and fits nicely in the hand. While holding it the first time, I even noticed a small indentation where my index finger fits on the back of the radio underneath the telescoping whip antenna. Nice touch!
The DE321 also feels durable. It's slightly thinner than the venerable WRX911–the radio I believe it best compares with in the analog world. It's the first SW radio I've owned that can actually comfortably fit into the pocket of my jeans. Indeed, its size and form are fairly comparable to the typical smart phone.
For a very tiny built-in speaker, the DE321 has unexpectedly decent audio. In fact, it is easily superior to the WRX911–its tones are more mellow and there's even a hint of bass response. I'm sure the DSP chip has been tweaked to produce audio suitable for this application.
The DE321 has a nice, sturdy back stand for tabletop listening. However, it takes quite a lot of pulling force to get it to pop out of its closed position; I keep fearing that I will break the stand when opening it up. For what it's worth, I prefer this tension to radios that have floppy, lose back stands.
For a guy who was raised on analog tuning, yet now almost exclusively uses digital portables, the DE321 is a strange animal. When I first started tuning the radio, I noticed that the tuning wheel feels slightly "sticky." At first, I thought the stickiness of the analog encoder was causing the tuning to skip over stations, as the action was not as fluid as most analog-tuned radios. Upon further investigation, I realized that it's not the slightly sticky tuning wheel producing the tuning "skips," rather, it's the fact that the tuning is actually digital, thus I was hearing the "steps" between frequencies, which tricked my brain, translating into the sensory experience of wheel stickiness. Still, since the tuning wheel isn't terribly fluid, I am not discounting some real frequency skipping at times.
I'm guessing that the steps are near 5 kHz on the shortwave bands, and that the single bandwidth is rather wide. The tuning steps on medium wave and FM seem to be appropriate for international use.
On a side note, the tuning experience is exactly opposite to that of the Grundig S350DL–an analog-tuned radio with digital display. The S350DL's tuning feels sloppy and flexible, and the receiver is prone to drifting. The DE321, on the other hand, has a vague analog tuning display, but with precise, incremented tuning behind the scenes.
I'm pleased to note that the DE321's stability is rock-solid and does not drift.
For casual band scanning, I find that the bandwidth and tuning steps are well placed. Happily, there is no noticeable muting between tuning steps.
For this review, I compare the DE321 to the analog Kaito WRX911. The two have the same approximate size and price. In the near future, I'll also compare reception with SiLabs DSP-based radios like the Tecsun R-2010 and the Tecsun PL-380. (Check back for these comparisons soon.)
On the shortwave bands, I feel that the sensitivity and selectivity are well-balanced. When I compare reception with the WRX911, the DE321 seems to pull in faint signals out of the murk a little better than the WRX911. However, I do notice some "pumping" as the AGC tries to cope with faint signals; it reminds me a bit of the Tecsun PL-310 in this respect. Sometimes I also notice that faint signals can range from being very faint to stepping up to clear and strong very quickly–the switch sounds like the DSP moving from not having enough signal to digest, to having enough to do its job. This can be a little frustrating as broadcasts may sound strong one minute, become weak within a fraction of a second, then pop back up again. I only observed this phenomena, however, when processing weak signals. Normal broadcast stations come in quite clearly.
Though I chose not to spend much time evaluating FM and AM (please comment if you have done so), I found the FM and AM (MW) performance to be on par with other radios using the SiLabs DSP chipset. I may expand upon this in the review later. (Update 16 Mar 2012: With more time spent on AM (MW) I realize performance on this band is sub-par–see comments).
- For a tiny speaker, the sound is surprisingly full
- Sensitivity and selectivity are both good
- Nice form–slim, and easily fits in the hand
- Simple (see negative)
- Inexpensive
- Exceptionally wide FM bands (64-108 MHz) (see negative)
- Unlike its analog counterparts, has absolutely no frequency drift
- Back stand hard to pop open–though sturdy, it feels vulnerable as a lot of force is needed to open it
- Tuning wheel feels slightly "sticky"
- Absolutely no bells and whistles (see positive)
- FM is in 2 bands, FM 1 and 2 (see positive)
- AM (MW) performance is very weak
- Though it looks analog, digital tuning produces slight "stepped" sound/ sensation, unlike the fluid experience of tuning a true analog radio
In conclusion, I think the DE321 is a great buy. It's certainly a steal at $21 US, shipped. Though I simply find the idea of a rather vague analog encoder and display combined with the precision of a digital tuner a tad quirky–even backward–at the end of the day, the audio is very pleasant and the form perfect for slipping into your pocket.
I'm very eager to see how it stacks up against the soon-to-be-released Tecsun PL-2010. Stay tuned as I compare these in the near future…
Like most Degen (and Tecsun) radios, the DE321 is only available from eBay sellers in China/Honk Kong. I would normally call this a negative, since there is no real warranty for those of us living outside the country of origin. Still, I've been most impressed with purchases I've made from these highly-rated sellers. I believe they would help you if a problem were to arise and my experience is that they do a second QC (quality check) of their own, prior to shipping. The Degen DE321 in this review was purchased from eBay seller


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The offseason is a time for ideas and discussion for Ocean City's government, and much of that is inevitably taking place during the current strategic planning initiative process.
It may sound a bit nutty at first, but I have often wondered about the realities of Ocean City annexing West Ocean City to Route 611 or at least Golf Course Road.
It turns out the idea might not be too crazy after all, as I see it appeared at least as a talking point in the Ocean City Leaders Guide, a working document that is part of the strategic plan effort that ramped up this week with city staff weighing in and participating in a brainstorming workshop of sorts at the convention center.
This annexation was most likely referring to land grabs within the town, such as the long-desired but rarely discussed goal of obtaining the north-end movie theater for a new park-and-ride and transit facility. However, we think annexation talk of West Ocean City should be put on the table and evaluated.
Whenever the topic of tax differential surfaces, I often wonder whether Ocean City would find it more worthwhile to annex a portion of West Ocean City, which is not a municipality as some believe.
It's something germane to the discussion involving tax differential and the town's desire to see Ocean City property owners pay a lower tax rate because of duplicated services, such as recreation and fire protection, rather than continue to secure grant funding from the county.
Annexing West Ocean City has been discussed informally in the past and the conclusion has always been it would cause more harm than good, but perhaps it could use another review, which would need to weigh the new tax revenues against the additional expenses that would come along with an expanded municipal boundary as well as the inevitable practical concerns.
The County Commissioners sung a familiar tune in Snow Hill this week, crying how unfair the state is and how Maryland keeps taking and taking from the counties. It's true on many fronts, but the same old pointing of fingers to Annapolis has gotten quite boring over the years.
There comes a time to adapt and move on and understand the state's treatment of the shore counties is unfair and probably always has been. Some of it could be political, as local residents tend to vote Republican and Maryland is a Democratic-controlled state. More likely, it's just due to math. Simply put, there are more people west of the Bay Bridge and what they want matters more.
Resident Laura Dover weighed in on the state's treatment of Worcester during a public review of the county's capital improvement plan.
"What can we, as concerned citizens of Worcester County, do to help you?" she asked the commission. "Because, it just sounds like there's a lot of nonsense coming out of the state and they're really not listening to you."
The commissioners told Dover to write and call the Eastern Shore's state delegates and representatives whenever she has a concern. Additionally, they asked that she and all interested members of the public start turning out to express their opinions more often at public hearings.
Recent statistics seem to confirm what many are saying about the local real estate market — it's slowly improving. In nearly all categories in Worcester and Wicomico counties, properties appear to be moving at a better clip, as listings are decreasing and settlements are rising Here's a breakdown courtesy of figures compiled by the Coastal Association of Realtors.
OC Condominiums: Through the first 11 months of the year, active listings are down 25 percent, from 1,186 in 2011 to 890; contracts have jumped from 747 to 852, a 14-percent increase; and settlements have increased 6 percent, from 718 last year to 758. For November, the average sale price was reported as $286,379 compared to an average listing price of $302,150.
OC Single-Family Homes: Total active listings through the first 11 months of the year are 145 compared to 168 last year, representing a 14-percent decline. Contracts jumped 13 percent, from 79 in 2011 to 89 in 2012. Similarly, settlements increased 18 percent, from 71 to 84 after 11 months in 2012. The average sale price of the four settlements in November was $360,000 with the listing price at $382,500.
Worcester Condominiums: A 24-percent decrease has been registered through the first 11 months in active listings, from 1,277 in 2011 to 967 in 2012. Contracts have jumped 14 percent, from 783 in 2011 to 893 in 2012, and settlements have climbed 5 percent, from 754 to 790 in 2012. The average sale price in November was $277,844 compared to average listing price of $293,044.
Worcester Single-Family Homes: Listings continue to decline through the first 11 months, recording a 22-percent dip from 659 in 2011 to 516 in 2012. As expected, contracts have increased, but only modestly from 505 through the first 11 months of 2011 to 512 through November 2012. Similarly, settlements increased by 1 percent, from 505 to 512 through November of 2012. The average sale price of the 42 settlements in November came in at $308,526 compared to an average listing price of $330,840.
Wicomico County Single-Family Homes: The same trend held in Wicomico County with active listings down 20 percent year to date compared to the same period in 2011, from 621 in 2011 to 496 this year. Contracts are up 2 percent, while settlements actually decreased. Of the 31 properties sold, the average sale price was $156,802 compared to the average listing price of $164,451.


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Indigenous Peoples' participation in many areas of society should be encouraged as they have a range of knowledge to offer, especially with regards to conservation and the importance of biodiversity.
This series of 24 PSAs is based on the Outcome Document of the World Conference on Indigenous Peoples, which took place in September of 2014 in New York. The PSAs highlight specific passages of the Outcome Document in an effort to inform audiences of exactly what the document contains and encourage action.


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Employment Requirements
Employees of the United States courts must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident of the United States currently seeking citizenship or intending to become a citizen after meeting the eligibility requirements. If you need further clarification regarding eligibility to work for the United States District Court, please call the Human Resources Office at (213) 894-2356.
Oath of Office
All United States District Court employees are deputized at the time of their appointment and are therefore required to take the following Oath of Office:
I, (your name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.
Hiring Process
Submission of an Employment Application
Employment applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Room 535, and completed in the office or taken home and returned by mail. You must complete one application for every position for which you want to apply. Copies of the employment application may be submitted for multiple positions; however, each copy must have an original signature. The application is kept on file and is considered active for a period of approximately three months.
Screening of Applications
Once received, employment applications are screened by Human Resources staff to ensure that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position.
Hiring Authority Review
Individuals whose applications have met the minimum qualifications are forwarded to the hiring authority (i.e., manager of the department) for review. The hiring authority determines which applicants are to advance in the recruitment, and these applicants are referred back to the Human Resources Department for the next step in screening. Most recruitments include a testing phase prior to interviews.
Testing of Selected Applicants
Applicants selected by the hiring authority are scheduled for testing (where applicable) by the Human Resources Department. Once testing is completed, the results are scored and referred to the hiring authority for review. The hiring authority determines who will be invited for an interview.
Interview of Candidates
The Human Resources Department schedules the interviews. Most interviews include two or more panel members in order to facilitate selection of the most qualified finalist candidate(s).
Background Investigation and Referencing
Candidates are required to sign a release form giving the Court authorization to perform a background investigation in the event that the applicant becomes a finalist candidate. The Court Personnel Management Division Security Group performs a background investigation, while referencing is performed by the hiring authority or personnel specialist, on each finalist candidate. Referencing involves contacting former employers (and other persons as appropriate) to verify job history and performance. The current employer is contacted last, and only after verification that the finalist candidate is still interested in the position.
Position Offer to Finalist(s)
Once referencing is completed and the hiring authority is satisfied with the reference report, an offer is made to the finalist candidate and a start date (entrance on duty) is agreed upon.
*Special Note: Due to the large volume of applications received, only applicants who will be tested or interviewed will be contacted by the Court.
**Candidates who were tested and interviewed, but not selected for the position, will be informed by letter that the recruitment is closed.
Types of Appointments
Full-Time Permanent (FTP) - A full-time permanent employee works an 80-hour pay period and is eligible for all benefits.
Full-Time Temporary (FTT) - A full-time temporary employee works an 80-hour pay period and is eligible for all benefits. However, the employee's employment status must be renewed by the Clerk of Court to continue employment after one year and one day. A full-time temporary employee who works an 80-hour pay period, but whose length of employment does not exceed 1 year, is not eligible for benefits. Temporary positions are limited to four years.
Part-Time (PT) - A part-time employee works less than a full 80-hour pay period, typically half-time. Part-time permanent and part-time temporary (one year and one day) employees are eligible for employment benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan
The United States District Court, Central District of California, has adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan which provides equal employment opportunity to all persons or classes of persons regardless of their race, sex, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Each appointing officer and supervisor will promote equal employment opportunity through a plan encompassing all facets of employment actions and conditions, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, advancement, and supervision.
Each appointing officer and supervisor will promote a court or office environment free of discrimination and discriminatory harassment. Any instances of discriminatory harassment for which a person seeks relief or assistance should be immediately reported. All court units shall promptly address all complaints alleging discrimination or discriminatory harassment and shall pursue resolution of each complaint in accordance with the procedures described in the plan.
Neither the EEO Plan, nor the complaint procedures outlined in the plan, shall constitute a contract or create any legally enforceable obligation.


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New Jersey Requirements - Qualified Individual Residential Mortgage Broker | ||||
The individual MUST apply for a license of the same type as that being applied for or held by the business entity. The individual MUST, at a minimum, meet all of the licensing criteria for a mortgage loan originator. The individual MUST be listed as a control person on the business entity's MU1 filing through the NMLS and, as a control person, MUST file an MU2 through the NMLS. New applicants must satisfy all of the below-listed requirements before Qualified Individual Residential Mortgage Broker licensure will be approved. Pre-Licensure Education Testing Criminal History Record Checks Completion of a New Jersey State Police criminal history background check through New Jersey's Live Scan Fingerprinting Process. Credit Report Sponsorship Disclosure Questions Evidence of the completion of the New Jersey State Police criminal history background check and information concerning any "yes" response to a disclosure question must be submitted to the Department within 5 business days of the electronic submission of the application to New Jersey through the NMLS at the following: |
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Ute Braam
Head of Corporate Communications
Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS
Pfänderstraße 50-52
88161 Lindenberg
- Phone+49 8381 4644-03
Liebherr-Transportation Systems has been contracted by Pars nova, a subsidiary company of Škoda Transportation, to refurbish the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems on board Siemens trains.
The contract covers an upgrade and overhaul package for 63 HVAC systems fitted on Siemens passenger coaches that are operated by České Dráhy a.s., Prague (Czech Republic), on the route from Hamburg (Germany) to Prague.
The refurbishment of the HVAC units will be carried out by service technicians in Liebherr-Transportation Systems' workshop in Korneuburg (Austria), and will substantially enhance the performance and reliability of the air conditioning systems.
"The contract underlines our outstanding technical experience in cooling systems and our competence in providing the best solutions when it comes to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for passenger coaches," commented Dirk Junghans, Managing Director Sales, Marketing and Customer Service of Liebherr-Transportation Systems GmbH & Co KG. Pars nova is further holding open the option of extending the contract with eight further HVAC systems.
Liebherr-Transportation Systems – Renowned Manufacturer of Rail Technology
Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS in Toulouse (France) is one of eleven divisional control companies in the Liebherr Group and coordinates all activities in the fields of transportation and aviation equipment. It employs around 4,900 people worldwide.
Liebherr's transportation systems division deals with air conditioning, hydraulic actuation systems and electronic components for rail vehicles of all kinds, and is backed by many years of experience in the development and manufacture of these technologies. In addition to its own sales and service centers, the division has access to the Group's development and service facilities around the world. This global set-up means that Liebherr-Transportation Systems is there for its customers wherever they may be.
Here you will find the press release and images for download.
Head of Corporate Communications
Liebherr-Aerospace & Transportation SAS
Pfänderstraße 50-52
88161 Lindenberg


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Each year, about 200,000 children get hurt on playground equipment with injuries serious enough to need treatment in the emergency department. About 15 children die each year from playground injuries. While many of these injuries happen on home equipment, most occur at school and public playgrounds.
Read on to find out how you can tell if the playground equipment at your home or child's school or in your neighborhood is as safe as possible.
How are children injured?
Most playground injuries occur when children fall off tall equipment like monkey bars. Other injuries happen when children
- Trip over equipment
- Get hit by equipment, such as a swing
- Get bruises, scrapes, or cuts from sharp edges
Some injuries, such as head injuries, can be serious or even fatal. Other injuries may include broken bones, sprains, and wounds to the teeth and mouth.
The danger of wearing drawstrings and bicycle helmets on playground equipment
Drawstrings on clothing and bicycle helmets can strangle a child if they get caught on playground equipment. The best way to prevent this is to take drawstrings off jackets, shirts, and hats and shorten drawstrings on coats and jackets. Bicycle helmets should be worn while riding a bicycle, but not while playing on playground equipment.
How to prevent playground injuries
To check if play equipment is safe, ask yourself the following questions:
- Is the equipment the right size? For example, smaller swings are for smaller children and can break if larger children use them.
- Is the play equipment installed correctly and according to the manufacturer's directions?
- Can children reach any moving parts that might pinch or trap any body part?
- What's underneath the equipment? The best way to prevent serious injuries is to have a surface that will absorb impact when children land on it. This is especially needed under and around swings, slides, and climbing equipment. (See "What are safer surfaces?").
- Is wooden play equipment free of splinters and nails or screws that stick out?
Here are some other things to check for.
Climbing structures
- Platforms higher than 30 inches above the ground intended for use by school-aged children should have guardrails or barriers to prevent falls.
- Vertical and horizontal spaces should be less than 3½ inches wide or more than 9 inches wide. This is to keep a small child's head from getting trapped.
- Rungs, stairs, and steps should be evenly spaced.
- Round rungs to be gripped by young hands should be about 1 to 1½ inches in diameter.
- Slides should be placed in the shade or away from the sun. Metal slides can get very hot from the sun and burn a child's hands and legs. Plastic slides are better because they do not get as hot, but they should still be checked before using.
- Slides should have a platform with rails at the top for children to hold. There should be a guardrail, hood, or other device at the top of the slide that requires the child to sit when going down the slide. Open slides should have sides at least 4 inches high.
- Make sure there are no rocks, glass, sticks, toys, debris, or other children at the base of a slide. These could get in the way of a child landing safely. The cleared area in front of the slide should extend a distance equal to the height of the slide platform, with a minimum of 6 feet and a maximum of 8 feet cleared.
- Swings should be clear of other equipment. Make sure there is a distance in front of and behind a swing that is twice the height of the suspending bar.
- Swing seats should be made of soft materials such as rubber, plastic, or canvas.
- Make sure open or "S" hooks on swing chains are closed to form a figure 8.
- Walls or fences should be located at least 6 feet from either side of a swing structure.
- Swing sets should be securely anchored according to the manufacturer's instructions to prevent tipping. Anchors should be buried deep enough so that children can't trip or fall over them.
- Swings should not be too close together. There should be at least 24 inches between swings and no more than 2 seat swings (or 1 tire swing) in the same section of the structure.
Remember, even with these measures, children still need to be watched closely while they are playing.
What are safer surfaces?
Safer surfaces make a serious head injury less likely to occur if a child falls. This is because they are made to absorb the impact of a fall. Some examples of safer surfaces include the following:
- Wood chips, mulch, or shredded rubber—at least 9 inches deep for play equipment up to 7 feet high.
- Sand or pea gravel—at least 9 inches deep for play equipment up to 5 feet high.
- Rubber outdoor mats—make sure they are safety tested for playground equipment.
Check loose-fill surfaces often. They should be raked at least once a week to keep them soft. They also should be refilled often to keep the correct depth. Poured-in-place surfaces should be checked continually for wear. Concrete, asphalt, packed earth, and grass are not safe surfaces and should not be used under playground equipment.
No surface is totally safe. Many injuries are preventable, but they can sometimes occur even at the safest playgrounds and with the best supervision. Be prepared to handle an injury if it does occur.
For more information about playground safety and safer surfaces or to get a copy of the Handbook for Public Playground Safety, visit the US Consumer Product Safety Commission Web site at http://www.cpsc.gov.
Copyright © 2006 American Academy of Pediatrics
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So this last week was a big wash out for me – big time. Absolutely no new words at all.
Away for business and then caught a bad cold, lots of travelling and although I know I should be, I just didn't do any writing.
That's it – not much else to report!
On non-writing news, I finished reading A Feast for Crows – it was good! Ended up being better than I thought, but I was initially confused about where half the characters had gone. I guess that's what happens when a series just gets too big –
too many characters and too tricky and disorientating to keep switching. Tricky though if you don't read the next book straightaway – so I suppose I'll need to get on with A Dance with Dragons!
While I was away I picked up a mass-market edition of Umberto Eco's The Prague Cemetery. I'm half was through so far and enjoying it immensely. Much better than the last Eco I read, Baudalino, which was a huge disappointment. The Prague Cemetery covers some of the same ground, but from a 19th century setting, of Foucault's Pendulum, which was ace!