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A new Franklin & Marshall Poll released Thursday shows Hillary Clinton leads Donald Trump 47 percent to 40 percent among likely voters, down from the 49 percent to 38 percent lead she held immediately after the Democratic convention.
An Emerson University Poll Monday had Clinton at 46 percent and Trump at 43 percent and a Monmouth University Poll Tuesday had Clinton at 48 percent and Trump 40 percent.
U.S. Senate Race
In the U.S. Senate race, the F&M Poll has Democrat Katie McGinty with a five-point lead over Republican Senator Pat Toomey 43 percent to 38 percent among likely voters, up from a one-point advantage in late July, although one in five (18%) voters is still undecided. Only one in three (33 percent) registered voters believes Senator Toomey has done a good enough job to deserve re- election.
The Emerson University Poll had Toomey leading McGinty 46 to 39 percent and the Monmouth Poll had McGinty leading Toomey 45 to 41 percent.
President Obama
The F&M Poll also found President Obama's approval rating dropped slightly to 45 percent.
NewsClips:Poll: Clinton Lead Shrinking In Pennsylvania


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my agent submitted my manuscript to publishers two weeks ago. she said her cover letter would give them five weeks to respond (one week longer than she normally gives them...since most would be at the frankfurt book fair).
1. is it unreasonable to ask for a list of the publishing houses she submitted to?
2. is it unreasonble to ask for a copy of the cover letter?
3. obviously she hasnt gotten any offers yet, but would it be too snarkdiculously soon to ask if she's gotten any rejection letters?
i am dying. READ: DYING!! do you agents know how hard it is for us writers to wait?!! I will never ever last five weeks. seriously.
you are going to have to settle down and act like a grownup here.
If you're going crazy now, I have no confidence you'll survive the next parts of the publication process, all of which involves waiting.
Get a grip. Find something else to think about. World peace comes to mind.

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The first significant move towards intervention was suggested Thursday by Premier Kathleen Wynne, who previously maintained it wasn't the province's place to respond to the controversy around Rob Ford.
Demands for Ford to step aside have reached a fever pitch over the past week after the besieged mayor admitted he smoked crack cocaine, confirmed he had driven drunk, denied allegations he consorted with alleged suspected prostitutes and spouted an obscenity on live TV.
"We've been watching this situation closely and listening very carefully," said Wynne. "The things that we are seeing and hearing about Mayor Rob Ford are truly disturbing."
The city council passed a symbolic motion Wednesday asking Ford to take a leave of absence, but the mayor said he wasn't going anywhere.
On Thursday, Wynne emphasized that it wasn't the province's role or intention to impose its own preferences upon Toronto's government.
But she did concede that she would consult the provincial opposition parties if the city requested action from Ontario.
"It's up to the municipal level of government to address the issues they face," said Wynne, adding that Toronto city council had to be able to function.
"If council were to clearly indicate that they lack the ability to function as a result of this matter, the province would respond to a request from council to be provided new tools, depending on what that request might be."
Wynne added that she wanted Toronto residents to know that their city would not be defined by the Ford fracas.
"Toronto is more than one politician, it's more than one government. Ontario is more than one politician or one government," she said. "We will work together to ensure that the people's interests are served."
A former ally of Ford welcomed Wynne's comments.
"I'm pleased she's left the door open. A week ago that wasn't the case and she wasn't prepared to take action," said Coun. Denzil Minnan-Wong.
"Any decision to make recommendations to the province would require a majority of council to support it...I would hope that members of council would be moved to understand that these are very extraordinary circumstances and the public are expecting us to take some level of action."
But one long-time Ford critic voiced his opposition to any province intervention.
"The province should stay away from this," said Coun. Adam Vaughan. "As a resident of Toronto (Wynne) should be concerned. But the province has no business choosing mayors in Toronto. This is not some strange Victorian colonial outpost."
The council will hold meetings on Friday and Monday to try to strip Ford of some of his mayoral powers.
"We're going to take his office away from him," said Vaughan, explaining that Ford would still be able to vote and function as a councillor.
"This is not a revolt. This is a city council governing."
Current municipal law makes no provision for the mayor's forced removal from office unless he's convicted and jailed for a criminal offence.


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At the age of 66, Patti Smith is finally visiting Fes for the first time, to headline the Sacred Music Festival. The press was granted an audience with her yesterday during which she endeared herself to us all with her humility, honesty and child-like wonder.
Her answers to our questions are below, however the experience of meeting her was revealing. The conference took place at sunset in an open courtyard and the birds returning to roost had her rapt with pleasure – as well as referencing them several times during the interview, she was transfixed by them during the interludes when her answers were being translated for the French-speaking press, a serene smile playing across her face as she watched and listened to the birds.
Her mannerisms and demeanour also reflected a girlish quality – she entered wearing her trademark beanie but this was removed after a fashion and she then began to play with her hair, undoing her plaits and shaking her hair free.
Her answers to the more pressing questions about the state of world reflected this too – her perspective is simple and unchanged since she was a young girl. People are the same the world over, we all need the same things, why can't we all just get along? She may be right – as adults we over complicate things when sometimes simplicity is the best answer. Perhaps, like Patti, we should try to stay in touch with our inner child and regain our sense of wonder.
Here she is, in her own words:
Hello! Nice to meet you all. Fes is such a beautiful city. Whenever I come to a place that I've never been before, I always wonder 'will anybody come?' They say, 'you'll meet the press' but 'I think will any press come?' Because I'm a stranger! So it's very exciting to see you all here and I'm also very happy to see and hear that the birds are here too! Thank you.
What makes a piece of music sacred?
Huh. Well, I think that's a very subjective question and the answer would also be subjective. I mean for me a song that is sacred could be a song that my mother sang to me as a child. It could be also Jimi Hendrix singing Are You Experienced? or John Coltrane doing A Love Supreme, or Beethoven. I really think that there's a sacredness inherent in us all and anyone has the ability to express this and when they do we feel it, whether it's in a rock and roll song or an opera or an old mountain ballad. There's sacredness in all of these I think. In fact, this – the bird song right now – that's sacred music! It's beautiful.
You are a singer, a painter, a poet – what are you working on today?
Well I'm always working, my children are grown so I have a lot of time to spend on my work. I'm writing a new book and I'm writing poetry, preparing a new album, taking photographs and preparing for a few exhibitions for museums – I'm always working. But right now I'm here and my work right at this moment is talking to you all and performing tomorrow at the concert.
You wrote a song as a tribute to Amy Winehouse. What connected you to her?
Well the song that my bass player Tony Shanahan and I wrote for Amy Winehouse, called This is the Girl really it began as a little poem that I wrote after she died and we made it into a song. I admired her. My connection was as a singer, she was extremely gifted and a very young girl who had such a grasp on the music of my generation – R&B, jazz and rock and roll, but with such a modern spin. She was a truly gifted artist and I was so sad that she didn't make it but my connection definitely was through an appreciation of her voice.
Is there any Moroccan or North African influences on your new album?
Specifically on our new album I can't say so, we all listen to Moroccan music, all of my band does, but the Moroccan aesthetic has always influenced me. Not just the music but the aesthetic – the architecture, the art of story telling, the literature. Lenny Kaye, Tony and I we doing some acoustic work in Tangier and we were listening to the gnawa and I will always love the bass lines of Moroccan music. There is much about the Moroccan culture that I love. Our drummer wrote a song called Mosaic which has I think a certain rhythm that shows that influence, it's more of a Sufi style song merged with rock and roll.
The golden age of rock and roll seems to have passed so what is the future of rock music and can you write good rock music without using drugs?
I think it's most likely you'll do better writing without the drugs! But drugs have their place especially in accessing certain spiritual elements within ourselves if they're used wisely. If they're used for recreation then usually nothing comes out of it, except maybe some fun, or trouble! But I don't use drugs to write because I'm struggling for clarity anyway, I'm abstract enough, I don't need drugs to be abstract!
But in terms of the golden age of rock and roll, rock and roll is always golden to me, it's always evolving. As a child I saw Little Richard and Elvis Presley and early R&B and it evolved as a cultural voice in the '60s and then within the realm of punk rock – there's been so much evolution within the last 50 years. And then generations will continue to evolve and redefine it. I think it's very important not to feel that all the great things were already done. We worked to evolve rock and roll as a cultural voice and the next generations will continue. We shouldn't discourage them by acting as if all the great work was done in the '60s and '70s. I'm waiting for the greatest work ever to be done by young people in the 21st century; they are the hope of the world.
We have been waiting for you to come to Morocco and you performed in April in Tangier and now in Fes. Why this second time and will it now be a habit? Will we see you every year in Fes?
Why didn't you tell me you were waiting for me?! I have to say that I'm very surprised, we were never asked to come and I never imagined that we would have a waiting audience, I had no idea. So now that we have been welcomed and asked to come, I will come, I love Morocco. So, once you welcome me, just try to keep me away! There are so many beautiful places here and so much culture and if we are asked again to Fes I'm already saying yes! But you better wait 'til tomorrow and see if you like it! Then after tomorrow you can decide.
When have you been to Morocco before?
The first time I visited Tangier in the '90s, I visited Paul Bowles and so this time I went and passed by his house, with my musicians we went to the Beach Café that Mohammed Mrabet wrote of and that was beautiful we had mint tea and sat by the sea in a café that I'd read about I the '70s. We performed for the people and we met Mrabet who was always one of my favourite writers, so I was very happy and we listened to him tell stories. He is such a great storyteller, he told a story in Arabic and it was wonderful. I didn't understand it but it was fantastic because his sense of the inner narrative is so strong that I felt that I understood the story. And we did go to see the grave of Jean Genet which was wonderful, in an old Spanish cemetery and his grave is facing east and we stayed there for a long time, it was by the sea. And there was a little child, a small boy, who played at the grave and every time we left flowers the boy picked them and gave them back to us. So it was quite beautiful, I think that Jean Genet would like it very much to see that a little boy was playing at his grave.
This is a question that is asked of many philosophers and there is no answer, only your intuition. So, why are human beings on the earth? Is it an accident, random, a logical reason? And, are we going towards something?
It's very interesting, this is a question that my father used to ask all the time since I was a child, so I have heard this question many times. I would think that, at this time in my life, that we are here to find a balance between ourselves and each other and nature. And when we find the perfect balance between one another and nature we will have a wondrous world. All of our difficulties in the world are because we have not found a way to wholly communicate with one another and to wholly respect nature and I think that we are here to keep evolving to the point where man and nature are one. So, that's my answer.
This place shows that. I think St Francis would love it here. All the birds that are singing reminds of the painting by Giotto with St Francis and the birds and the stories of the birds covering St Francis and singing. This is amazing. I mean, do you have this all the time? It's beautiful. I'll remember that. That will be one of my great memories of being here in Fes is the continuous song of the birds. It's very nice.
The way you seem to see the world is through words, music and poetry but also your immediate reaction to what goes on around you. What is going on today is not very easy, in certain regions of the world like Syria and other places. You have always reacted and spoken out about what is going on, so I would like to know how you feel about what is going in the region here today?
Well, it would be, this is a very strong question and I would want to be careful not to try to speak for all of the people in the Arab world. I can only talk in a very simplistic, humanistic way. Since I was a very young girl, I was always concerned with what would happen with our relationship with the Arab world because I have always loved Arab culture, even in terms of religions – they way the people pray – the architecture as I've said there's both a sense of sophistication and a sense of deep history. It's always been very beautiful to me and I react in the same way as I did as a young girl – it breaks my heart. It breaks my heart to see, first of all something like Israel and Palestine. Why does this have to happen? Everyone, when I went there and sang, to me the people were so similar, they all eat the same food, their children play the same games, some of their prophets are the same, it's heartbreaking. But what is even more heartbreaking is the tribal aspect of their culture, when the tribes fight against one another. It's the same in my own country – we're a divided country. Everywhere you go, people are divided, they are fighting against one another.
So I can't talk about this situation in specifics, but the inhumanity, what is happening to children…but just in the most simple terms, why as people can't we focus on our uniting principles? Because we have them – our water, our air, the earth, our children – the simplest elements that make it possible for us all to communicate with one another. I always go back to the metaphor of a playground. If you have a playground with Syrian children, Israeli children, Japanese children, Chinese children, you have your own children, everyone has children. Are you going to choose which child should live or die? Which children are more worthy? All children are beautiful and we were all once children. And all people need the same things; they need love, they need to be without fear, they need freedom, they need water, they need bread. And they need to be able to pray to whomever they see fit. Why is it so difficult? That is why I am still contemplating the simplest questions. All the answers should be simple. But I'm not a politician, I'm a mother.
Text and photographs: Vanessa Bonnin
The View from Fez review of the Patti Smith concert is here: Patti Smith


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The Anonymous Editor of Blawg Review has entrusted me with the keys to the kingdom, so to speak.
I'll be like the fire extinguisher in your office building, kept in a glass case -- check it once in a while, trust that in the event of an emergency it'll do what it's supposed to, and pray that you'll never need it. Should anything happen to Ed., I'm willing (and hopefully able) to keep things running at the carnival of legal blogging. As Ed. says, however, he's "not planning on going crazy, or elsewhere, anytime soon"; I and many, many others hope the glass in front of me will remain unbroken.


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CivicActions Director of Professional Services Elizabeth Raley moderated the agile panel at FedScoop's 8th annual Lowering the Cost of Government with IT Summit.
The panel included Nicole Mayerhauser of the Department of Veterans Affairs and Margie Graves of the Office of Management and Budget.
FedScoop: How the federal government is using IT to lower costs


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35 weeks and 1 day. 34 days left to go. less then 5 weeks.
Not that I'm counting.....
OK, that's a lie, I am pretty much counting down the minutes right now. I am so so sooooo ready to have this baby. I forgot how long the last month or so of pregnancy can feel, it's like your so close, but yet still so far away. I am ready to meet our little man and to settle into our new routine as parents as two. And on a selfish note, I'm ready to feel like a normal human being again!
As far as the basics of pregnancy go, everything is perfect ,we couldn't ask for anything better. Baby is head down and ready to go, heartbeat is strong, he is still moving and kicking and rolling all the time. My weight gain has slown down (Thank God!), my blood pressure is great and my Dr. says everything looks great to deliver a healthy baby right on time.
The only problem? I'm freaking miserable!
I know that there are women out there that struggle with hard pregnancies; bed rest, high blood pressure, high risk birth, diabetes..... trust me, I do realize that I am very lucky. But sometimes it's hard to remember those factors when it's 2:00 A.M. and I"m hauling myself out of bed to pee for the 10th time. Or when I literally have to fully wake up in order to roll over night, because gone are the days of easily tossing and turning in my sleep. Or when I have to pause halfway up the stairs because it feels as though someone has kicked my repeatedly in the crotch, possibly breaking my pubic bone.
But..... we are almost there. Like this week I will be packing my hospital bag and finishing making my "labor playlist" on my ipod and scheduling a haircut and hopefully a mani/pedi since I know there will be no time for those things once L2 gets here.
But I make no promises to suffer in silence... what can i say, I"m not tough like that!
Here's a few 35 week pictures. Did I mention I also feel like a whale?????
I don't know what L is doing in either of these pictures.......


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If you ever wondered what this Internet thing is good for, check out GetHuman.com. This is something you would never have seen in the pre-Net days — someone might have known the key to getting a real human at one or two companies, but the Net lets all those people who know a little bit find each other... and everyone can end up knowing a lot!
The database lists companies by industry (retail, automotive, etc.) and includes instructions for making Phone Tree Hell just... freeze over... for each company. Personally, I would consider shifting business to those companies that are labelled "Direct to human."
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
The Phone Tree Hell escape hatch!
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Chiawana High School's first and only principal to date told her staff Friday that she had accepted a new position and will be leaving the Pasco School District at the end of June.
Teri Kessie has accepted a new job with Educational Service District 123, which supports schools in 23 regional school districts and provides access to state and national educational programs. She will be the director of school and student success.
"It's been a very difficult decision to make," she said. "I feel like I'm leaving not only my footprint but my heart print."
She was selected as the principal of Chiawana High six years ago and spent her first two years as principal there researching, planning and dreaming about Chiawana as Pasco's second high school morphed from a mound of dirt to a two-story, 340,000-square-foot building.
She hired the staff, held training sessions and set policy before the school opened its doors to students in fall 2009.
On June 1, the first class to attend high school all four years at Chiawana will graduate.
"So I graduate with the babies I brought in," Kessie said.
She's a longtime Tri-City educator, but after 32 years in education she has not seen a staff as committed and dedicated to helping kids learn better than those at Chiawana, she said.
Kessie expects her new job to be challenging, "but apparently, I'm meant to do new things," she said.
She'll help shape her new position, which will provide program development and support for schools implementing new programs.
That includes the Common Core State Standards for language arts, literacy and mathematics and two other state programs under federal direction. She'll help with a new, more rigorous evaluation process for teachers and principals and more rigorous assessments of students that will replace some current standardized tests.
Kessie said she is concerned about the possibility of good people burning out and is interested in helping decrease the time the new initiatives require of individual educators.
The Pasco School District has not announced its plans to fill Kessie's position at Chiawana.


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I've never done this before, but I thought, since I was taking on a big project like this, I should document it so I have record of how it all either fell apart or came together. In my case, it all came together in the end!
Here is the board and 2/3 of a large styrofoam ball that I leveled the bottom and chopped off a 1/3 of the top. I guess pretty accurately and nailed it so the top of the ball would have a diameter of 9 inches, perfect for my 9 inch cake!
Then I marbled some fondant to create the water effect for the base.
Sorry the lighting is awful at night in the kitchen.
Here is the second color ready to be mixed in for the continents.
I printed off a picture of both North and South America and Antarctica. Cut roughly around the edges and after rolling out my fondant I took a toothpick to trace around the paper to create the continents.
I forgot to take a picture before I starting carving,
but here is a 9 inch, 8 inch and a 6 inch cake that I carved to make the shape of the body.
Then I learned/read about a trick, thanks to Sharon Zambito from
This is a chocolate ganache candy coating to the cake, it is supposed to form a harder shell and be better to adhere fondant too. And great for odd shaped cakes like this one!
It's 2 parts chocolate to one part cream.
Heat the cream, pour over the chips, stir till melted and let sit overnight to a peanut butter consistency. Then spread onto cake with a hot spatula.
However, in my case, I don't think my cream was hot enough, my chocolate did not melt all the way, you can see the clumps of chocolate on the cake. But applying it with a hot spatula did seem to help with that some, but lessoned learned for the next time!
Here is the belly of the penguin covered in white Satin Ice fondant.
Here is the penguin with his head made of Rice Krispies and also covered in fondant. And the rest of his "tuxedo" is on too.
Ta Da!!!
The final product!!
Here is a view of the two continents with my best guess as to where each of his ports were.
Oh yeah, I tried to quickly make a small model of his ship with the words Celebrity on it, in port in Seattle, where he started his journey.
The penguin with his party hat.
Here I used a small silicone clay mold that I got for a dollar at A.C.Moore in their clearance section. I pushed fondant into the mold, scrapped off the excess and popped the letters out!
The penguin stood about 2 feet tall and that was including his party hat.
TLC Ultimate Cake Off, here I come!!
Couldn't forget his arms and his cute tail!!
Welcome Home Thomas!
Uncle Thomas with his favorite (and only) niece and nephew!
Oh wait...the fun part...taking it apart.
Here I am taking off his head!
Poor penguin...but the cake was delicious, especially with the chocolate ganache!
I learned a lot with making this cake.
Many, many hours went into a project like this, but I had fun!
P.S. Why did I make a penguin cake for him??
While he was on his trip he got a chance to see many different types of penguins up close and from afar. And for those of you who know him, he has this penguin puppet that he got somewhere. So to make his trip fun for him and for us back home, he would take pictures of Winston (yes that was his name) and had a blog that he would post the pictures to. So my kids and us would check out the daily adventures of Winston. Hence the idea for the penguin cake!


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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
My Review: A Tailor-Made Bride by Karen Witemeyer
Bethany House(June 1, 2010) 348 pages
Description:(from Christianbook.com)
Jericho "J.T." Tucker wants nothing to do with Coventry, Texas's new dressmaker. He's all too familiar with her kind--shallow women more devoted to fashion than true beauty. Yet, except for her well-tailored clothing, this seamstress is not at all what he expected. Hannah Richards is confounded by the man who runs the livery. The unsmiling fellow riles her with his arrogant assumptions and gruff manner while at the same time stirring her heart with unexpected acts of kindness. Which side of Jericho Tucker reflects the real man?
My Review:
I loved so many things about this book!!!
One of my favorite passages in the Bible is about the virtuous wife, and I loved how Hannah was brought to life as that woman in this story. There's so many lessons taught in this book, including don't judge someone by their appearance, whether they are beautiful, ugly, poor. Also, helping the needy is another lesson.
So many books I read is about two people that love each other, but don't get together to the very end. (Which is fine. I love those books, too). I adored reading about the "courting" part of a relationship.
It just melted my heart to read about the sweet romantic gestures, tokens of affection, and small touches of a new couple in love, which is one of the sweetest things ever!! (almost as sweet as an elderly couple still in love after so many years).
I also liked how the meaning of Jericho's name was defined in different ways as the story progressed.
All the characters won my heart, with the exception of one. They were all special and sweet in different ways, and each one was stubborn in their own way.
This book has earned a permanent place on my bookshelf and is now one of my favorites. I absolutely cannot wait to read Karen's next book!!
Posted by Bluerose at 4:48 PM
Labels: book review, book review-Christian
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Wow! Great review. :) Sounds like a book I would really enjoy!ReplyDelete
I like the point you made about a lot of books being about a couple not getting together until the end. Something to think about as a writer... ;) You might like the book Fit to Be Tied by Robin Lee Hatcher, because it kind of shows the same thing for part of the book--the "courting" aspect of a relationship).
Thanks for the review!
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We want to thank Sibirginskaya mine and UK Yuzhny Kuzbass for the trust in Becker Mining Systems equipment
Becker Mining Australia is proud to announce it can offer the Australian Mining industry access to the full range of products such as safety detaching hooks friction winder attachments, cappels, clamps and compensating equipment from Becker Bellambie. Becker Bellambie are world leader in the area of shaft attachments and all products comply or exceed the relevant Australian standards. Becker Mining Australia offers full overhaul services for these products and more.
The Bellambie products bolster Becker Mining Australia´s capabilities as a leader in underground mine services and systems and adds to the already large range of Electrical, Automation and Communication solutions on offer. For more information on either of these product groups please don´t hesitate to contact Becker Mining Australia.
Becker Mining Australia is proud to announce "We are now Austmine members". Austmine is the leading industry body in Australia for the thriving, dynamic and world-leading Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) sector. $900 billion annual revenue, 400,000 employees and a global exporting range of 200 countries are just some of the impressive numbers related to the METS sector. Austmine supports this sector and its over 450 members by influencing business growth and competitiveness and working towards a sustainable and competitive future, with integrity and passion. For more information about Austmine, check out their homepage: http://www.austmine.com.au/.
Becker Mining Australia appreciates the membership and looks forward to participate with what made us successful: know-how, performance and reliability.
The Walt Disney World Monorail System is a public transit monorail system in operation at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, U.S. As of 2016, the system is one of the most heavily utilized monorail systems in the world, carrying over 150,000 daily riders, with around 50 million people per year.
The system is 23.7km (14.7 miles) in length, operates 3 lines, with 6 stations, and travels an average speed of 64km/h (40mph). The trains are driven by eight 84 kW (113hp) motors which are powered by a 600 volt electrical system running through a busbar mounted on each side of the concrete beam.
Becker Global America's Switchgear and DC reclosing system is utilized on the Walt Disney World Monorail System to provide the electrical distribution and prevent the closing of a DC breaker on a faulted line. After a fault or overcurrent trip occurs, the relay provides load side fault verification before the breaker can close and will automatically reclose the breaker on a clear line.
As a start to 2018, we have confirmed our first exhibitions where we will be represented in any way - be it as an exhibitor, sponsor or as a visiting team.
So far our schedule commences in late January with the 8th Mining Colloquium of the TU Clausthal-Zellerfeld in Germany on January 31st. We will then be present at the PDAC convention 2018 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Further dates and locations are available from our website under "Exhibitions in 2018". There, you will also find our particular booth number at the very event. You are more than welcome to give us a visit and if you wish to set up a meeting beforehand, please leave us a message at info[at]de.becker-mining.com. The list is not complete yet and there will be more events added during the course of this month. So stay tuned and visit us on our website and your preferred channel.
We look forward to meeting you soon.
11th of July 2017 marked an important milestone in the Becker Mining China transportation system development as we successfully sold the first toothed monorails in the Chinese market for the Becker Mining Systems Group. In this way, we managed to get ahead of a couple of competitors. The agreement with Shanxi Tiandi Wangpo Coal Mining Co. Ltd. is the reward for two years of diligent and dedicated work done by the Becker Mining China transportation team. The contract carries a significant meaning not only for us, as we introduce a reliable manufacturing process that keeps up with German standards, but it also leads the direction in which we see the underground transportation market is headed.
Suspended monorails solely driven by rack-and-pinion will become more important to Chinese production sites, as they allow maximized loads under harshest conditions. In the meantime, this transition period will create more opportunities for Becker Mining China in the transportation development.
On November 23rd the 62nd Council of People's Deputies conference of Kemerovo Region was held in Kemerovo`s Regional Administration. Deputies of Regional Council and State Duma, members of Board of Regional Administration, heads of cities and districts, councils of people's deputies of municipalities and non-governmental organizations as well as leaders of trade unions took part in the event.
In the conference´s context the Kemerovo Region exhibition of companies´ was held, in which Becker Mining Systems RUS took part. The company presented information materials regarding mining products produced at the own production facilities in Novokuznetsk. Among them are diesel hydraulic locomotive KP-95, elements of monorail, fuel stations, air locks, hydraulic lifting beams, tranportation containers, rollers, etc.
After the official part, participants of the conference took the opportunity to interact with the represented companies at the exhibition. We are grateful to the Administration for the invitation to take part in the exhibition and showcase some of our products. BMS RUS supports policy of import substitution and strives to deliver most convenient and safe equipment which is able to work efficiently in difficult mining and geological conditions of Russian mines.
The Becker Mining Systems® Group was represented at this years China Coal & Mining Expo 2017 in Beijing, China, through its subsidiaries Tianjin Becker Electronic® Co. Ltd. and Becker Mining Systems® China Co. Ltd..
With over a 100.000 visitors in 4 days China Coal & Mining Expo represents the most important mining show in the asian and south east asian market and has become one of the top shows in the world. The show is generally organized into 4 Pavillions and Tianjin Becker Electronic® Co. Ltd. was honoured to be the only foreign lead company able to be represented in the China Pavilion. Most of the Becker Mining Systems® Group's product portfolio, as well as chain hoist equipment of our partner KITO® GROUP was accessible on the stand:
Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Wegener, the group's CFO, was honoured to represent the Becker Mining Systems® Group as part of the 2017 China Coal &Mining Expo official opening ceremony alongside with top level chinese politicians and entrepreneurs.
With many visitors, customers and new contacts every day, the show was a complete success.
A big thank you to our employees, who made this show a special event
through their continued hard work in the weeks before and during the event!
Wolfgang Wegener教授 博士, 作为贝克集团首席财务官荣幸地代表贝克集团与众多政府要员和业内知名企业家一起出席了本届中国煤炭博览会开幕式。 我们的展会现场更是人气爆棚。 4天时间内, 每天都有数不尽的到访者,客户以及对我们产品感兴趣的人,其中很多参观者也借此机会留下了联系方式。 我们的展会之所以能够取得圆满成功和我们员工充分的准备和不懈的努力是离不开的。
From October 10 to 13, the specialized exhibition for modern technologies and special equipment for extraction and processing of ore and minerals, Rudnik-2017, took place in Perm, Russia. The Rudnik Expo has been a unique place for presenting new products, constructive negotiations and the conclusion of contracts for OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS. This Year over 90 exhibitors took part in the show.
The main topics were as follows:
OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS is the only subsidiary of the German Becker Mining Systems Group on the territory of Russia and it was part of the show for the second time.
Main Products presented at the show were the KE1008DEV compact switch gear station, a joint production with OOO SUEK-Khakassia, and premium hoist equipment of our Partner KITO Group.
OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS says Thank You to all the visitors and for the interest in our products.
We will be happy to receive feedback from you regarding our equipment.
On the first weekend of October OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS celebrated two holidays at once – the company's Birthday and Miner's Day, which is a Russian holiday celebrated in the week before.
The history of OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS began 7 years ago, when OOO Becker Mining Transport Systems was founded. It then was in charge of the group's transportation product portfolio. Later, in 2014, in order to organize a convenient system for customers' support as well as to provide complex solutions to satisfy the customers' needs, Becker Mining Systems AG decided to join the two subsidiaries of the Becker Mining Systems Group on the territory of the Russian Federation – OOO Becker Mining Transport Systems and OOO Becker Mining Systems Siberia - in order to form one large entity. The new company OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS has since been responsible for the entire range of the Group's entire product portfolio. During these 7 years the company has been growing continuosly with an increased turnover year after year.
OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS 7th birthday was a fun and social event. Employees of all departments of the company took part in the preparation for the event. The holiday was held outdoor and, even if the weather was rainy, everybody was in great mood. Each department prepared snacks and dishes and entertainments for the guests. There were quizzes about the company's history, funny foretellings and a lot of other exciting contests. Cooking talents of employees are also worth mentioning; there were a lot of exquisite dishes, and some of them were cooked during the event on the open fire.
The holiday was fun and employees liked the holiday's unusual format. It was a chance to meet in an informal atmosphere.
Our clients can be reassured, that there's nothing, we at OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS cannot solve as a united team!
In the beginning of August, in the city of Kazan, a training workshop for power engineers of AO SUEK took place within the program "Increasing efficiency of the energy complex of an enterprise". This event was held by AO SUEK for the fourth consecutive time in a different Russian city.
This year, employees of OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS were invited as third party speakers and specialized experts in the field of power equipment. OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS specialists presented both, new and well-known developments of the Becker Mining Systems Group:
Energy Distribution System - ENDIS 4.0
Surface Collision Avoidance System – ICAS
Proximity Detection System - PDS.
The first report of Becker specialists was devoted to the new generation of power electric equipment - Endis 4.0 product line, which was developed based on over 50 years of experience in operation and thorough consumer analysis all over the world. The audience learnt about new features introduced in the well-known and well-proven Endis equipment. First of all: flexibility and universality. Now a consumer has almost unlimited choice of configurations for compact stations, and it is possible to adjust the equipment for solving different tasks. At the same time, well known and highly appreciated features of the ENDIS range, which have been mentioned by miners from around the world have been preserved – quick-opening doors and modular design.
The second report, which was of great interest for the audience, was devoted to the ICAS Surface Collision Avoidance System. The system is intended for early warning of a driver and personnel of approaching vehicles or fixed objects. The core of the system is a reliable GPS technology, which provides circle protection of equipment, definition of all surrounding equipment and fixed infrastructure, which is also equipped with ICAS-products.
Within protection and alarm zones, vehicles and infrastructure are virtually represented on the driver's displays, in order to reduce the number of accidents due to a lack of awareness of the situation and insufficient time for reaction.
The last report was devoted to the important topic of underground safety. PDS Proximity Detection System was developed to prevent damages and fatal accidents of miners, who are within dangerous proximity of working mining vehicles. The system provides early warning to a vehicle's driver in case of presence and number of workers and other vehicles in close proximity. The system provides two-way warning and informs of potential collisions. Patented three-technology system (UHF, radar and electro-magnetic field) provides a scalable system, which is suitable for all types of tasks. As this is the only system in the world, which uses all three technologies at once, it is the most reliable and robust product on the market. The possibility to taylor your detection zone has proven on the market.
These topics raised great interest of over 30 employees of AO SUEK, taking part in this workshop. The audience expressed their interest in Becker Mining equipment.
ООО Becker Mining Systems RUS is grateful to AO SUEK for the invitation to the workshop and great organization of the event!
Becker Mining Systems RUS delivered a KPCS–95 suspended diesel hydraulic locomotive to Sherlovskaya-Naklonnaya Mine of Donugol Coal Company. The locomotive was improved by Becker specialists for required mine conditions: a possibility of power reduction to 36kW was added. The locomotive was put into operation and is successfully being used by miners in their everyday work.
The suspended diesel hydraulic locomotive KPCS–95 is intended for transportation of people and materials in mine workings, which are gas and dust hazardous, along suspended monorails I155, 200 и BWTU-50/100 with inclination angles of the road up to ±300.
Force exerted rating generated by one drive is 20 kN for friction version and 30 kN for rack-and-pinion version. There are 6 pulling hydraulic driving units.
In 2017, Donugol sent a technical inquiry for the delivery of KP-95 suspended haulage with the possibility of power reduction from 95kW to 36 kW. Becker specialists successfully improved this diesel hydraulic locomotive according to the customer's request.
When developing this locomotive, special attention was paid to maintaining of functions. New software version was implemented in the haulage, which provides power reduction to 36 kW. New software provides steering of the locomotive with the use of full power (95 kW) or, after switching in the driver's cabin with the button on the control panel, with reduced power to 36 kW.
After switching of the locomotive to steering with 36 kW power, the locomotive's speed is limited proportionally to the power difference. The locomotive's moves similarly to the motion in the mode of usual (unlimited) power. Pulling force and braking force do not change.
Changes implemented in KP-95 suspended haulage are in accordance with regulatory documents and requirements of Technical Regulations of the Customs Union 012/2011, which is confirmed by a Certificate of Conformity.
BMS RUS aims at delivering of as much convenient and safe equipment as possible, which is able to work efficiently in difficult natural and climatic conditions of Russian mines. For Becker, reduction of the locomotive's power is a unique experience, and we are happy that customers trust us with their projects. In our turn, we work for the customers' interest, are always eager to satisfy their demands and meet their requirements when it is possible.
We are grateful to Sherlovskaya-Naklonnaya Mine and UK Donugol for their trust in Becker equipment!
Becker Mining South Africa's Alrode manufacturing plant has commenced production of a chairlift system that will be installed at Tau Lekoa Gold Mining Company's mine near Orkney, in North West Province.
"This contract encompasses the supply and installation of a new 180 m length chairlift system, which will run between the 800 and 900 levels and will operate at an inclination of 34°," says Tom Searle, Becker Mining SA. "A 22 kW streamlined drive unit, with geometric precision for maximum use of balance and design strength, will be installed at the bottom of the decline. The installation will be footwall mounted.
"Becker's robust chairlift systems, with the latest technology and manufacturing trends, meet stringent quality and safety regulations in the mining sector. These modular, low maintenance chairlift systems are designed to transport up to 900 personnel per hour, quickly, efficiently and safely in all underground applications, including difficult mining conditions." Safety features include a rope slip sensor and fail-safe brake system, as well as a passenger override sensor and an intelligent pull key system. This system can be supplied with dependable diesel driven generator sets to ensure safety in the event of power outages. Installation of this chairlift system will be completed in December 2017 and commissioning will take place early in 2018.
Novokuznetsk city of Kemerovo region, where Russian subsidiary of Becker Group is located, celebrated its 399th birthday. Novokuznetsk is one of the oldest Siberian cities. It was founded in 1618. Now Novokuznetsk is one of the largest metallurgical and coal mining centers of Russia.
Traditionally on this day there were mass festive events organized in the city. In the morning of the festive day, several columns marched along the city streets, each column showing a unique character and spirit of Novokuznetsk.
Becker Mining Systems RUS was invited by Novokuznetsk City Administration to take part in the festive march as a young and perspective company, which is an important part of Novokuznetsk business world.
Employees of Becker Mining Systems RUS were happy to take part in the festive event. BMS RUS was a part of the column named Progressive Novokuznetsk, which consisted of 13 industrial enterprises of the city. It was the first experience of mass march and representation of the company on the city level for BMS RUS. On this day, employees experienced positive emotions and had a chance to communicate with colleagues in informal surroundings. We are sure that the march on the City Day is going to become our good tradition, and next year BMS RUS will take part in the celebration of the city's 400th birthday.
Our remote blasting system SmartBlast® of Becker Varis Ltd. has been featured in this month's August issue of International Mining Magazine.
"Becker Varis Ltd. is a leader in underground blasting systems through its SmartBlast® product line. Working in conjunction with the Leaky Feeder system, using the latest microprocessor and message encoding and validation technology –SmartBlast® provides a safe, reliable and accurate remote blast initiation system."
The key features of our SmartBlast® system include:
Exclusively attached for our visitors you'll find the "Explosives and Delivery" article of this month's issue of the International Mining Magazine (IM). For a full version of the August issue please contact email@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.com
(You may want to start reading just above left of our SmartBlast® firing devices on page 1)
From June, 6th - 7th, the SAIMM Mine Planning Colloquim 2017 took place in Randburg, Johannesburg (South Africa).
Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. exhibited our latest innovations in the field of Proximity Detection (PDS) and Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS) at the conference. The conference has evolved over the last years and has become a fixed date on every key player's agenda. Bringing together Mining students with industry leader's, SAIMM Mine Planning conference is an event for interesting discussions and exchange of ideas.
Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. - a key supplier of safety and communications technologies to the mining sector - has developed and advanced proximity detection systems (PDS) and collision avoidance systems (CAS) for nearly 20 years," says Andrew Trentelman, Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd.. "The company's patented tri-technology point of detection system, which delivers unrivalled protection and scalability in proximity systems, conforms to stringent South African legislation regarding interactions between personnel and TMMs for the hard rock and coal mining industry. "This is the only underground system available globally which combines these three technologies - UHF, radar and electromagnetic - into one scalable system."
Becker's modular CAS solutions encompass all aspects of the most advanced mining communications and technology. A key advantage, is the Becker MineView software visualisation package allows for mine-wide integration with all SCADA-related systems, as well as real-time location and resource management systems provided by the Becker Mining Systems Group.
The conference was organised by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) and involved company exhibits, as well as a series of presentations and discussion sessions on the development and implementation of PDS and CAS for underground and surface mobile machinery.
For more information go to:
Pictured below from far left: Andrew Trentelman and Ken Quick (Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd., Max Brinckman (Becker Mining Systems AG)
On June 6-9th the 24th edition of the UGOL ROSSII & MINING trade fair took place in Novokuznetsk. The annual trade fair marks the peak on the Russian mining exhibition agenda.
OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS, the Russian subsidiary of Becker Mining Systems AG, takes part in the exhibition every year and once again presented not only the well-known established Becker Mining product range, but was also honoured to showcase the group's latest innovations.
OOO BMS RUS today produces a wide range of Becker Mining products according to German quality standards at its own production site in Novokuznetsk. At this year's exhibition the Becker Diesel Locomotive of the Russian production was shown for the first time. It was produced according to original technology standars of the production plant of Becker-Warkop (Poland). The new locomotive is an analogue to the KPCS-95 Diesel Locomotive which has proven effective in many installations over the years and has all its advantages: built-in braking system, unmatched climbing performance, reinforced structure of the drive unit, dry cooling system and the use in particularly difficult route sections where utmost reliability is required.
Another new product and the main premiere at the UGOLROSSII & MINING 2017 from Becker Mining Group was the new generation energy ditribution equipment of ENDIS4.0 – CS 4000 compact station. It has been developed on the basis of over 50 years of experience in operation and thorough analysis of customers' requirements from all over the world. Giving customers almost unlimited choice of configurations for their compact stations. At the same time customers have the possibility of updating their existing equipment. Following new requirements, ENDIS4.0 compact stations are able to solve tasks of local automation, integration into existing control systems, and to transfer data to the surface.
In addition OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS showcased the following products:
Smartsense SSFM-100 gas sensor which is an "all-in-all" device, that can measure up to 4 gases at a time and can also function as a master controller
ICAS surface collision avoidance system
BWSM mediastation for control, visualization and data transfer from hazardous areas with methane and/or coal dust
WLAN SMART-EX01M smartphone based on Android.
OOO Becker Mining Systems RUS also hosted its partners for high quality chain hoists produced by German company KITO Europe GmbH and for plunger pumps produced by KAMAT GmbH & Co. KG.
State-of-art products and highly motivated professionals made booth #67 a big succes at this year's exhibition. Acting in the interest of its customers, OOO BMS RUS aims to establish long term relations with clients, providing them with a high level quality service. The Company aims at delivering a wide range of convenient and safe equipment that is able to work efficiently in difficult environments and extreme conditions of Russian mining companies. Employees regularly improve their skills in training programs, both in Russia and at the group's production plants in Europe.
A big "Thank You" to all our visitors and employees at this year's exhibition for their interest and engagement shown. We were happy for many lively discussions and to receive your feedback on our showcased products.
We already look forward to seeing you at next year's exhibition Ugol Rossii & Mining 2018!
On March, 31, 2017 Jesús Flores Medina and Adrian Villagrana Veyna presented the SmartFlow® system, the latest development of Lasec Telecomunicaciones S.A.P.I. de C.V..
SmartFlow® is a real-time data information system for mine wide localisation and visualisation via tagging&tracking. The system has recently been installed at the Tizapa Mine, which is mainly owned by Peñoles Group. Our clients have worked with a stable and reliable system since. The data provided by the SmartFlow® system has not only been used to detect safety related risks but also to optimise production processes and material flows.
The system and its first succesful implementation were presented to the Clúster Minero de Zacatecas (CLUSMIN) where entrepreneurs, managers and state representatives of the state of Zacatecas have gathered to share their mining knowledge, push local businesses and generate new innovations. With their innovations in the area of smart safety devices and integrated data informations Lasec Telecomunicaciones S.A.P.I. de C.V. contributes significantly to the local business sector.
For more information on our SmartFlow® system contact:
Adrian Villagrana Veyna
and visit:
CLUSMIN on Facebook
Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. supplies South African Mines with sophisticated material handling equipment provided by KITO Group.
The robust Kito ER2 hoists are to be installed at various pump stations underground and can be used for the installation and maintenance of dewatering pumps and motors. Motorised trolleys ensure smooth, precise traversing and positioning.
"Kito equipment, which meets stringent quality and safety specifications, is known for efficient performance, low maintenance and extended service life. The strength and reliability of these hoists is in the sophisticated design and a meticulous manufacturing process," says Rick Jacobs, Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd.. "The series has been designed with an inverter as standard in a dual speed hoist and trolley for improved efficiency, enhanced safety and easy operation. A double safety mechanism, consisting of a friction clutch and an upper-lower limit switch, ensures optimum safety and prevents hoist or load chain damage. The electromagnetic brake ensures strong braking power, while holding the load securely and push button controls offer enhanced operator comfort and reduced fatigue."
High strength, nickel plated load chain increases resistance to wear and corrosion. The forged carbon steel hook has been designed to open gradually and will not fracture under excessive load. Top and bottom hooks are equipped with a hook latch and the bottom hook swivels 360 degrees to prevent kinking and twisting of the load chain.
Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. offers the complete range of Kito equipment including wire rope hoists and powered and manual chain hoists, lever blocks and specially designed accessories. Kito hoists have an incredible capacity range maxing at 63 tons for wire rope hoists. Every product is also RoHS compliant, which means there are no harmful materials used for the design.
For more information contact:
Rick Jacobs at firstname.lastname@example.com
KITO Group
On February 10, 2017, Christof Schuh, Senior Project Engineer at Becker Mining Europe GmbH, together with represantatives of Eurotalc s.r.o. and Prof. Dr. Sofranco held a presentation for some 50 engineering students and postgraguates of the BERG faculty (Faculta Banictva, Ekologie, Riadenia, a Geotechnologii) at the Technical University of Kosice.
Mr. Schuh presented the entire range of products currently offered by the Becker Mining Systems Group and showcased the latest project in collaboration with Eurotalc s.r.o.. Their Slovakian talc mine Gemerska Poloma (just about 70km west of Kosice) has recently been equipped with state-of-the-art underground communication technology of Becker SmartCom®.
It was a good presentation with very interesting talks and discussions from fresh minds pushing into the industry and we want to thank all attendees for their participation and interest in this showcase. We look forward to future project presentations at the Technical University of Kosice.
Christoph Schuh - email@example.com
Eurotalc - firstname.lastname@example.com
A mechanized complex produced by Becker-Warkop has been put into operation at Kakanj Mine in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 2016 an agreement was signed between Elektroprivreda BiH (Bosnia i Herzegovina) and Becker-Warkop (Poland) regarding the delivery of a mechanized complex for Kakanj Mine. The purchase of the equipment has been financed with means intended for recapitalization of EPBiH mines. Kakanj Mine belongs to the Bosnia state energy company Elektroprivreda BiH. Besides, EPBiH manages six other coal mines - Breza, Gracanica, Abid Lolic, Kreka, Djurdjevik and Zenica. Becker-Warkop was chosen as a supplier of a mechanized complex for mining of coal beds of Kakanj Mine as a result of the tender.
On July 19th, 2016 acceptance and testing of the purchased equipment took place at Becker-Warkop's production plant in Świerklany (Poland). As a result of the tests, all required characteristics were confirmed. The hydromechanized support delivered to Kakanj Mine was tested for 60 000 working cycles and consists of the following equipment:
hydromechanized support BW 15/36 POz (80 pcs.) produced by Becker-Warkop;
face conveyor PZS BW 230/750 produced by Becker-Warkop;
reloader PZP BW 230/750 produced by Becker-Warkop
crusher KDBW 800-1200 produced by Becker-Warkop
Combined machine SL-300 produced by Eickhoff.
Numerous delegations from Bosnia and Herzegovina took part in the official ceremony of putting the equipment into operation at Kakanj Mine, which took place in February 15th, 2017. Throughout February the complex had worked in testing mode and at the end of the month the testing period successfully ended. The work of the new mechanized complex provides:
increase of safety level of mining works,
consistency of underground development,
increase of efficiency and cost effectiveness of production,
fulfilment of planned production in order to satisfy demands of the city power stations.
Planned production of Kakanj Mine's breaking face is 2000 tons/day. Main mining and geological characteristics of the face, in which the complex is operated are the following: mineable seam thickness – 3.2 m, face length – 120 m, extraction column length – 500 m, seam inclination – up to 8°. It is expected that, thanks to the new mining equipment, the mine is going to extract 200 000 tons of coal until the end of the year! Hydromechanized support produced by Becker-Warkop is a chock-shield support intended for high efficiency mechanized complexes. It has been designed and produced according to the latest technical and technological achievements, based on German construction documents.
The key advantage of the Becker-Warkop support is the strict design in accordance with the customer's production cycle and according to operation conditions. The support system fully meets safety and ergonomics requirements. Compactness, as well as the large area of contact with the roof and absolute control over the support provide a precise face operation. A passage in front of the shields provides safety and greater comfort for miners working at the face. The support uniqueness has been achieved thanks to the use of special steel grade, which allows reducing the support's weight in comparison with its competitors, which reduces cost and effort to bring the material to its actual workplace.
Throughout 2017, Becker-Warkop plans to deliver another mechanized complex to Zenica Mine, which also belongs to Bosnia state energy company.
For more Information also visit:
Elektroprivreda BiH
Becker Warkop
On February 6, 2017 Becker Mining Systems AG and Becker Mining Europe GmbH, at the initiative of Becker Mining Systems RUS o.o.o., organised a 3 day technical workshop for specialists of leading Russian mining companies in the framework of strengthening existing partnerships and devoloping new business relations. Amongst others, representatives of SUEK Ltd. and UK Sibirskaya took part in the workshop which was held at the Becker Mining Group's headquarters in Friedrichsthal/Germany.
Participants of the workshop visited the headquarters and the attached Becker Mining Europe GmbH production site in Friedrichsthal and were introduced to our new generation products of energy distribution equipment - the ENDIS® model range. They were also given a quick overview of what is underway regarding our automation systems technology devolopment MINCOS® and the development of our underground communication equipment SmartCom®.
While the final exterior design is yet to be unveiled, new technical features were presented and customers were reassured that the new product range meets any possible legal requirements. Thus, Russian customers will receive a ready-to-use-product that meets all modern safety requirements. A number of customers from around the world had been involved in the course of development since 2004, when the Becker Requirement Program first started.
In return, representatives of our Russian customers were able to ask their questions and share their thoughts that arose whilst being introduced to the new equipment. More then ever it was necessary for our clients to adapt electric equipment to the needs and environments encountered in tunneling systems. During the 3 day workshop, participants worked together with our employees from R&D to communicate their demands for the development of their businesses.
As a result of the workshop an agreement on operation tests of prototype units in Russian mines was concluded between Becker Mining Europe GmbH and Russian customers, underpinning our great partnerships. Prototype testing of the new generation Becker equipment will assure Russian miners of the outstanding operational capabilities while providing our R&D with invaluable data from practical experience and underground conditions.
Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. has completed delivery of the first consignment of winding rope attachments to a client in the western limb of the Bushveld Complex, in the northern part of South Africa – the world's largest layered intrusion.
"The scope of this contract encompasses the design, manufacture and delivery of rope attachments to suit three different winders on the mine, as well a complete spare set," says Tom Searle, senior general manager: mechanical, Becker Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd. "Becker has also supplied rope handling equipment, including WRC clamps, used during installation and maintenance of ropes.
"All equipment is proof load tested to two and a half times the safe working loads it will be subjected to in service and complies fully with the relevant mine health and safety acts and regulations." All hook sets were supplied complete with catch plates and jack catch boxes, which are mounted in the headgear as a critical safety feature to prevent injury to personnel and damage to the shaft infrastructure should an overwind occur.
Rocket safety detaching hooks are designed to detach the winding rope from the conveyance in the event of an overwind and arrest and suspend the conveyance in the headframe. This patented design caters for the prevention of partial detachments whilst in service.
Becker Mining's robust and reliable equipment will provide many years of safe transportation of personnel and materials to and from underground operations in the Bushveld Complex.
Krasnaya Gorka Museum's latest exposition features one of our Minetrans® suspended monorails.
Since last month visitors can have a seat in the cabin of our Minetrans® suspended monorail and get an impression of what it's like to transport heavy material underground. The exposed monorail, which has served for many years in a mine in the southern Kuzbass region, was chosen for the exhibition because of it's reliability, durability and as a salute to the continued support and relationship with Becker Mining Systems RUS o.o.o.. Even after the closure of the original minesite, the Minetrans® monorail was restored to immaculate condition without any effort.
Krasnaya Gorka Museum was founded in 1991 in Kemerovo on the territory of a former coal mine. The district of Krasnaya Gorka is an open space museum and thus is a unique set of mining history. Historic and cultural monuments are arranged in their natural landscape.
The museum is open to the public daily 10am -17pm.
For more information visit Redhill-Kemerovo.ru.
Becker Mining South Africa PTY Ltd. has been awarded a contract for the supply and installation of a Collision Avoidance System (CAS) at a copper mine in Phalaborwa, Limpopo, that also operates a smelter and refinery complex.
"Becker – a key supplier to this mine of dependable safety and communications technologies for over 15 years - provides turnkey CAS, tagging and tracking and related communication systems," says Andrew Trentelman, senior general manager: electronics, Becker Mining SA PTY Ltd.. "This project also includes updating existing older generation CAS to the latest Becker CAS, which complies to stringent regulations of the Mine Health and Safety Act."
Becker's latest patented tri-technology CAS, is the only system globally that combines three technologies - UHF, radar and electromagnetic - into one scalable system. An early warning indication that alerts operators to the presence of personnel and vehicles in the vicinity, prevents fatalities, injuries and damage.
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Becker Mining South Africa PTY Ltd. provides high performance, fit for purpose solutions that include leaky feeders, Wi-Fi, tagging and tracking, as well as collision avoidance solutions, to the underground and surface mining industry. In addition to communication solutions we also offer IS and flameproof underground electrical reticulation products, as well as fluid transfer, rigging and rope attachment systems.
For more information send a mail and visit our Smartcom® section.
Becker Mining Systems AG is proudly sponsoring this year's team of the Laurentian University that will be competing at the Canadian Mining Games 2017.We support the team of young engineering students in their mission to become champion once again. Throughout the past 26 years of competition, Laurentian assembled its finest students resulting in the most victories in Canadian history.
Their captain Daniel Thibert told us: "In the past 10 years, we've secured 3 gold medals, 2 silver and 1 bronze. This year is no different. Our goals are simple: have a good time and compete at our highest level. Laurentian University's record includes 8 gold, 7 silver and 2 bronze place finishes! This record is only possible by generous donations from our community sponsors. Without the continued support it would be difficult to participate in the games."
This historic record gives a brief outline of how succesful LU's paticipation in the Canadian Mining Games has been and underlines the university's outstanding importance in the formation of young mining engineers. Becker Mining Systems AG is actively supporting young mining talents that shape the commodities business of tomorrow.
The Canadian Mining Games 2017 will take place from 23rd to 26th of February. To not miss out on anything make sure to follow the news on our social media channels.


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Hello there,
Carolina here with a Cute Valentine's Day Card!
Today I have created a special Valentine's Day card for my husband, using this adorable stamp set call 'Our Story' & also used this week MFT#319 Sketch Challenge!
I stamped the image with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and coloured with alcohol markers. For the background I used some white cardstock and a embossing folder from S.U. Also cut a piece of 3X4 patterned paper from Pebbles.
I finish the front of the card by stamping one of the sentiments from the stamp set. Also die cut two hearts and glossy accent to the bible he is holding under his arms.
This is the inside!
Thank you for visit my blog today!
Have a BLESS day.


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The best convertibles for summer
- Top-down motoring
- Our favourite convertibles
- Drop-tops for all budgets
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Here's a list of our favourite convertibles split into three categories: less than £25,000, £25,000-£40,000 and more than £40,000.
Convertibles less than £25,000
Audi A3 Cabriolet
The Audi A3 Cabriolet is a desirable car. There is a wide choice of engines and all models come with an electric roof. The only downsides are a slightly unforgiving ride and cramped rear seats. Prices start at £21,185 for the 1.2-litre petrol model.
Citroen DS3 Cabriolet
The Citroen DS3 Cabriolet offers buyers a lot of style for their money. The cabin is classy and the dashboard is easy to use. It has strong engines, but the ride is crashy. All models come with rear parking sensors to counter poor rear visibility when the roof is folded. The Citroen DS3 Cabriolet starts at £15,045, making it one of the most affordable ways into a convertible.
Mazda MX-5
The Mazda MX-5 is a stylish and fun two-seat roadster. It is a well-built car that's affordable to purchase. Buyers can choose from a traditional soft-top or a folding glassfibre roof. Both cars are agile, nippy and great fun to drive. The Mazda MX-5 Open comes with a soft-top roof and costs from £18,495, while Roadster-Coupe has the folding glassfibre roof and starts from £19,995.
Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet
The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet is a proper four-seat drop-top. Based on the new Golf, the convertible has a well-built cabin, is enjoyable to drive and cheap to run. The Cabriolet's body flexes more than the hatchback's, but it's still a fun and desirable convertible. Prices for the 1.2 TSI 105 S start at £21,040.
£25,000 to £40,000
Audi TT Roadster
The second Audi to appear on our list is the TT Roadster - our 2013 Open-Top Car of the Year. It looks great, handles well and offers plenty of power. The only downsides are that the boot is shallow and over-the-shoulder visibility is restricted with the roof up. The Audi TT Roadster costs from £26,370.
The BMW Z4 looks fantastic and has a classy cabin. It is great to drive, offers capable handling, a supple ride and strong engines. However, the Z4 is not as fun to drive as the Audi TT Roadster. Prices for a Z4 with the entry-level 2.0-litre petrol – our pick of the range – start at £29,710.
BMW 3 Series Convertible
The BMW 3 Series Convertible is a desirable car that looks great and drives well. It is available with a wide range of engines, both petrol and diesel, all of which are smooth. The 3 Series Convertible is expensive to buy, but running costs are low. The range starts at £33,930 for the 320i SE.
Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet
The Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet has room for four people and is an excellent cruiser. It offers a fine range of engines and the ride is good as long as you avoid the sports suspension. The boot is an awkward shape, but a decent size. Aircap is Mercedes' windscreen-mounted wind deflector system, which works brilliantly, but does impact on the car's looks. The entry-level E200 CGI Blue Efficiency SE Cabriolet starts at £35,970.
Porsche Boxster
The Porsche Boxster is a beautiful two-seater that is great to drive – and our 2013 Sports Car of the Year. The only downsides are that it is expensive to buy and that Porsche could be more generous with standard kit. Boxsters cost from £37,589.
Volkswagen Eos
The Eos is a hard-top convertible built on the Mk5 Golf's underpinnings. It has room for four in its comfortable cabin, is enjoyable to drive and rides well. Refinement is one of its strong points. Prices start at £26,410 for the 1.4 TSI.
More than £40,000
Audi R8 Spyder
The R8 Spyder is every bit the supercar. It looks the part and offers great performance and handling. The R8 Spyder really is a supercar that can be used on a daily basis. A couple of things let it down, though; the cabin is starting to look a bit dated and the Porsche 911 is more practical and more economical. R8 Spyders start at £100,225.
Bentley Continental GT Convertible
The Continental GT Convertible is hugely luxurious and visually dramatic. It is supremely comfortable and refined and has surprisingly capable handling along with mighty performance. The Continental GT Convertible costs from £136,250.
BMW 6 Series Convertible
The BMW 6 Series Convertible is a great long-distance cruiser. It has a choice of powerful engines, sounds good and is very refined. However, the low-speed ride is firm and space is tight in the back. The entry-level 640i SE Convertible costs from £66,000.
Ferrari 458 Spider
The 458 Spider offers awesome performance, a fabulous cabin and is great styling. As you'd expect, the 458 Spider is a thrill to drive and a real head-turner. The 458 Spider costs £198,906.
Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster
The SLS Roadster misses out on the gullwing doors of the Coupe, but shares the same brutal performance, awesome grip and fantastic-sounding V8. Inside, the cabin is drab and a bit of a letdown. It's yours from £176,950.
Porsche 911 Cabriolet
The Porsche 911 Cabriolet is one of the best high-performance convertibles in the world. It has an exceptionally stiff body and its dynamics are barely compromised over the Coupe's, which is an impressive feat of engineering. Prices start at £79,947 for the 3.4 Carrera.
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Everyone Loves Freebies!!
New York, N.Y. June 19 2009
Glenny Cruz and Iran Ortiz have teamed up to form 100 Yard Dash, a series of scavenger hunts hosted in NYC throughout the year. The objective of 100 Yard Dash is to promote music artists, fashion designers, film makers, DJs, etc. Young people love to receive free stuff, it is even better when the gift is an eco-friendly bag full of amazing freebies !
The "hunters" will be able to follow clues by following 100 Yard Dash at www.twitter.com/100_Yard_Dash. The winners will receive a gift bag containing items such as CD's , DVD's, clothing, accessories, magazines and etc. There will also be a newsletter included in the gift bag featuring articles related to fashion, music and art. The first series of hunts will take place during the week of July 6th. In order to participate as a "hunter" you must have a twitter account and follow 100 Yard Dash at www.twitter.com/100_Yard_Dash. A total of 5 hunts will take place during the first week. Updates and winners will be announced on 100 Yard Dash's blog.
Sponsors will be able to donate items by contacting 100 Yard Dash at: firstname.lastname@example.com for an application. All applications for the first series of hunts should be returned by June 26th. Five items from each sponsor will be collected before July 3rd. The sponsor will also have the opportunity to place advertisement on the 100 Yard Dash blog. The first three times of participating includes free advertisement. As a sponsor you will be free to choose whether you would like to advertise with us or not. This is the perfect way to get consumers excited about new product, music and etc.
For additional information on 100 Yard Dash , email us at: firstname.lastname@example.com or visit the 100 Yard Dash blog.


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CamGun (Camera Call of Duty) 2.0
Requirements: Android OS 1.5+
Overview: CamGun is a fun way to use the camera on your phone like a first person shooter - Call of Duty style.
Shoot your friends like an agent with a fully automatic M4 or a SPAS12 and post it on Facebook. Also includes the SOCOM Mark23 a blue Light Saber (star wars), a MiniGun, a GRENADE EASTER EGG and a SR25 sniper rifle with a THERMAL SCOPE -- Headshot!
Start by tapping the gun icon in the upper left corner -- this chooses the gun and it will appear on the screen. Then, tap the screen to fire. Tap the crosshairs icon to sight the gun. You can cycle through the guns any time. Press the camera icon to take a photo vignette of your kill. Simple, but very fun!!! Press the menu button for optional settings for blood, shooter name and target name to be included in the photo. Also records GPS position for Geotagging. Great tool for Humans VS Zombies or other assassin like games. Use foursquare or Google Latititude to find your target and document the shot. Lots of camera fun like picsay except with weapons. Has not been tested on all phones. Photos are stored on the SD card root directory.
What's in this version:
Fixed "half-screen" issue on phones with Gingerbread by putting the title-bar back in
Added full auto to AK74u
Added a CROSSBOW!!!! BOOYAH! (updated the sound)
Added special Ak74u with a red dot sight and Tiger Camo!!!
Cleaned up light saber and minigun graphics
Allow for moving to SD card.
Longpress on M23 Pistol for DUAL WIELDING
Longpress light saber for double bladed red saber
Download Instructions:
CamGun (Camera Call of Duty) 2.0


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Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Hologram call for....you!
19 comments:
Wow, just wow. That is one of the strangest things I've seen from Horizons. Yet, you know we want to see more.ReplyDelete
What are those, desert grapes? I can see the storm clouds from here.ReplyDelete
Man, we are loving this site.ReplyDelete
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I'm really enjoying these photos, and look forward to more! Excited to see what else you might have, the more obscure the better! Anything of the pool, stream and rocky area underneath the Desert Farm Kitchen? How about the Future City ("future from the 50's") with the lights on?ReplyDelete
Rocky area coming up!ReplyDelete
Wake up Mesa Verde Times, we miss you!ReplyDelete
Oh I'm still lovin. And I was there on the barricades.ReplyDelete
- Martin SmithMarch 17, 2009 at 5:46 PM
You really have some unique, stunning photos of an attraction that went way too soon.ReplyDelete
Keep `em coming!
Thanks for your pics and point of view. Horizons is still a favorite of mineReplyDelete
- Jason3fcMarch 19, 2009 at 10:45 PM
Hoot, this is a great blog! Whats goin on tho, getting too busy to keep up posts? What happened you went gangbusters every day and now we havent seen anything in two weeks. Keep em' coming! But thanks so much for all you have already posted. Great picsReplyDelete
Just keep the amazing photos coming - especially a large sized one of the harvesters you use in the site banner :)ReplyDelete
I love that doll it so cute! it is the little details like that make me love disneyReplyDelete
hi katie, check out Hoots profile picture for an idea of the actual scale of that 'doll'.ReplyDelete
Where was this positioned?ReplyDelete
Dont stop now!! Post away!!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 22, 2009 at 11:17 PM
Name is Bill, long time disney fan, I remember riding this as a child over and over now im 27! Anyways I am curious how this effect worked... Was the reflection cast on the outside plexiglass or was it cast inside to where the woman was sitting talking to her, any info or diagram on how this was accomplished would be awesome. I was always trying to figure out HOW things were done at disney...ReplyDelete
GREAT blog Hoot. I JUST stumbled onto it here in the future of 2011! Wait... that moment is now passed and not future-ish at ALL anymore... oh NOES! I'm being sucked back into the 80's at the same time I'm living in the 2010's!!!ReplyDelete
I JUST found this site....what have i been doing for the last 13 years?????? I'm super excited to read every single post. Horizons was and is BY FAR my favorite attraction. I'm glad you have so many pics! thanks!!!ReplyDelete


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As envisioned in one set of bill drafts, for which state Rep. Bert Johnson, D-Detroit, is the lead sponsor, the street railway company could build, own and operate the system. The company could acquire property, including through gift, purchase or condemnation, and could borrow money and issue bonds.It's a fascinating idea and the point is to have it replicated all over the state, from Grand Rapids, to Ann Arbor, to Detroit.
Allen also said a goal is "to come up with a replicable plan, which means that we can work it in Detroit, or Grand Rapids. We're open to input from anyone. If this tool can work in a variety of communities in the state, that is one of our objectives."


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Thursday, April 30, 2009
Swine Flu Update: Odds not looking good for Chorizo.
7 comments:
- Rubie Q said...
Dat's racist.
- April 30, 2009 at 3:28 PM
- Devil's Threesome said...
Just think about all the good uses we have for this money that's being flushed down the toilet to fight this "pandemic." Thank goodness our fearful VP pubically scared the bejesus out of the nation.
- April 30, 2009 at 4:04 PM
- Rubie Q said...
Wait -- how is a VP scaring the bejesus out of the nation any different than what's gone on for the last eight years?
Political humor! Ha!
- April 30, 2009 at 4:08 PM
- Devil's Threesome said...
Cheney - obvious d-bag. I can't think of a single public appearance he made outside of his undressing of that ambulance chaser Edwards in the debate.
Biden - He's been scolded for being off message before, but going on national TV on the Today show, when millions of jittery housewives (my mother included) are watching and saying to stay away from confined spaces is completely irresponsible. The already wobbly airlines thank Joe Biden! While you are not visiting confined spaces - take your money out of the bank, horde bottled water and stock up on pork n beans - the end is near!!
- April 30, 2009 at 4:23 PM
- Rubie Q said...
You mean that undressing of Edwards where Cheney said Edwards was a bad Senator because Cheney'd never met Edwards before, only there was video footage of the two of them talking on a previous date?
Yeah, that was a good time.
Biden's just completely fucking nuts. You can see his mind working to keep up with his mouth.
- April 30, 2009 at 4:30 PM
- Devil's Threesome said...
Wow - someone's been reading Slate.com.
I just can't imagine anyone thinking it would be a good idea to say what he said. I haven't seen the video, but maybe he said it in the faux-Kennedy/Mayor Quimby voice and meant it as a joke.
- April 30, 2009 at 4:40 PM
- Rubie Q said...
Nah, just watching the Daily Show. I'm young(ish) and hip, that's where all of us get our news and opinions.
I guess I don't understand why you're surprised Biden would say this. This is the dude who guaranteed that Obama would be "tested" in the first few months of his presidency. He's not always -- OK, fine, he's rarely, if ever -- judicious in his words.
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Question: I am a manager for the U.S. Postal Service. Recently we were asked to come up with ideas to help increase revenues or decrease costs. The Postal Service stands to lose $750 million this year. I have a suggestion that the Postal Service should print a limited amount of stamps monthly. This would create more rare stamps and help postal revenue. Do you agree? Or is this a crazy idea? If you print this, please do not use my name; I may get into trouble.
--USPS employee
Answer: What do you mean by a "limited amount of stamps monthly"? Fewer issues per month than at present? Or more limited total printing quatities of some or all issues of commemorative stamps?
The world's postal administrations have found that stamps do more than pay the postage on mail; they also bring in profitable revenues to the government from collectors who buy mint stamps for their collections and never use them for postal duty.
The costs vary, depending on a lot of factors, but let's say it costs 25 cents to print a pane (what most people call a sheet of stamps) of 50 individual stamps of a particular commemorative issue. At present first-class postage rates of 22 cents, the stamps in a pane of 50 have a face value of $11 (50 times 22 cents). That $11 minus 25 cents printing and other expenses equals a nice profit to the government coffers. So if collectors buy stamps and never use them, the government stands to make some nice money.


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Welcome to the official website of Ara by B. R. Eddy! Please enjoy the content and feel free to use the contact page if you have any questions or feedback! Ara is available on Amazon. Start reading for free online, with your e-reader or using the free Amazon Kindle app on you phone or tablet!
Ara Vertrees is an advisor to the King in Jimalia, a thriving island nation in the middle of a vast ocean. Her macaws are trained to fly home to the palace to repeat confidential information. When their messages become more and more troubling, she finds herself in the middle of a crisis she never expected. Ara's story is full of adventure, friendship, mystery, love and loss. Join Ara and her companions as they fight pirates, uncover deception, find love and fight for Jimalia.


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Here is one regret as I return home. There's a person at the University of Sussex I would have liked to meet, to thank and to chat with. Or not really a regret, I just didn't notice until now, as I read this article in the Guardian with among others Esther McCallum-Stewart, Anne Galloway and Jill Walker.
The article is nice, well written and interesting, but the thing that's foremost in my attention is that I was at the University of Sussex, and didn't even try to invite Esther MacCallum-Stewart for coffee. And her with all those posts of pictures from the pier in Brighton, and me with such a dead, tired brain and shot memory.
Thursday, September 23, 2004
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I know, I know, it was stupid on my behalf as well since I even got as far as finding out the room numbers everyone was in... but sadly the thesis overtook events again.
Next time...
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Republican Robert R. Neall took the oath of county executive office yesterday, promising to build a "recession-proof economy" while preserving human services and protecting the environment.
"It's the locomotive that pulls everything," he told 500 people gathered at Anne Arundel Community College. "I want to build ours into a virtually recession-proof economy."
During his campaign, Neall mentioned broadening the county's economic base. But his first speech as county executive signals that the new administration will redouble efforts for a favorable business climate.