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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|Nov 27, 2007
|Filing date
|Oct 8, 2003
|Priority date
|Sep 12, 2001
|Fee status
|Also published as
|Publication number
|Michael S. Tignor, Michael B. Bradley, LeeAnne Wambolt, Geoffrey F. Butland, Michael H. Thomas, Paul Rajotte
|Original Assignee
|General Electric Company
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (102), Referenced by (20), Classifications (11), Legal Events (5)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
This application is a continuation-in-part application of U.S. application Ser. No. 09/682,512 filed Sep. 12, 2001, now U.S. Pat. No. 6,678,135, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
Electronic trip units (trip units) for actuating the separable contacts in a circuit breaker are well known. An electronic trip unit typically comprises voltage and current sensors that provide analog signals indicative of current or voltage in a power distribution circuit. The analog signals are converted by an A/D (analog/digital) converter to digital signals that are processed by a microcontroller. The trip unit further includes RAM (random access memory), ROM (read only memory) and EEPROM (electronic erasable programmable read only memory) all of which interface with the microcontroller. The ROM includes trip unit application code, e.g., main functionality trip setting values, including initializing parameters, boot code, and operational parameters (e.g., trip setting instructions). Operational parameters for the application code are also stored in the EEPROM. An output of the electronic trip unit actuates a trip module, such as a solenoid, that trips a mechanical operating mechanism. The mechanical operating mechanism, in turn, separates a pair of main contacts within the circuit breaker. When the contacts open, circuit current is prevented from flowing from one contact to the other, and electrical current is prevented from flowing to a load that is connected to the breaker. The electronic trip unit initiates a trip for instantaneous, short time, long time, ground fault, and manual conditions.
Circuit breakers having electronic trip units are described in U.S. Pat. No. 4,672,501 entitled "Circuit Breaker and Protective Relay Unit". Such trip units often include a specific interface for a specific plug in module. One such example of a specific interface is a keypad along with a display for accessing the processor and for entering and changing the trip unit settings as described within U.S. Pat. No. 4,870,531 entitled "Circuit Breaker With Removable Display & Keypad". Other functional modules cannot be plugged into the place where this specific plug is received within the electronic trip unit. Thus, in order for the operator to receive additional functions for the trip unit, the operator would have to order the additional functions prior to the electronic trip unit being shipped to the operator. The operator could not install these additional functions in the field. Accordingly, it is desirable to have an advanced electronic trip unit that overcomes the drawbacks and deficiences of the prior art.
In an embodiment, an electronic trip unit for a circuit breaker includes a programmed microprocessor and a module plug in removable signal communication with the microprocessor. The module plug includes a program identifier. The microprocessor recognizes the program identifier and accesses a program of a plurality of programs external to the module plug based on the program identifier. The microprocessor responds to the program to perform a function identified by the module plug. The function identifiable by the module plug includes a communications function, a load monitoring function, a non-tripping ground fault alarm function, a flag function, or any combination thereof.
In another embodiment, a method for accessing and activating an accessory function of an electronic circuit breaker is disclosed. A key is entered into an electronic circuit breaker, which reads the key and compares the key against a predefined key set. In response thereto, access is unlocked to a preprogrammed set of instructions for driving an accessory function, and the preprogrammed set of instructions to drive the accessory function is activated.
In a further embodiment, an apparatus includes a trip unit in removable signal communication with a module and a plurality of computer programs each when activated providing predetermined functionality to the trip unit. The trip unit is configured to receive from the module a program identifier associated with a plurality of programs. Receipt of the program identifier by the trip unit initiates the activation of the associated program, thereby providing predetermined functionality to the trip unit.
Referring to the exemplary drawings wherein like elements are numbered alike in the several Figures:
Referring to
Module plug 60 is a small electronic assembly, which may be approximately one inch square and approximately about one-half inch deep. Module plug 60 provides for an operator interface in the form of dials 66, push buttons (not shown), rotary switches (not shown), and the like. Module plug 60 may also include an LCD or LED display 68 that provides the operator with information regarding circuit breaker 20 (shown in
Referring to
Load straps 40, 42, and 44 are configured for electrical connection to a three-phase power source exemplified by phases A, B, and C. Load straps 40, 42, and 44 are coupled to current transformers 90, 92, 94, respectively, which are then connected by lines 100, 102, and 104 to a rectifier 106. Rectifier 106 is electrically connected by line 108 to a microprocessor 110 mounted to printed circuit board 61 of electronic trip unit 22.
Electronic trip unit 22 includes microprocessor 110, a random access memory (RAM) 112, a read only memory (ROM) 114, and a nonvolatile memory 115. RAM 112 is coupled with microprocessor via a bus 117 and is used for the temporary storage of current and voltage data and as a scratch pad memory. ROM 115 is coupled with microprocessor via bus 117 and contains boot code data. Nonvolatile memory 115 is also coupled with microprocessor via bus 117 and stores a control program 116 that instructs microprocessor 110 to perform certain functions such as overcurrent protection, metering, protective relaying and communications. Nonvolatile memory 115 also stores a plurality of programs, or instructions, 120 that implement module plug 60 functions and a look-up table 121 that maps each program 120 with a corresponding module plug identification number. Microprocessor 110 controls RAM 112, ROM 114, nonvolatile memory 115, and bus 117.
Electronic trip unit 22 is coupled with module plug 60 by pin connector 69. Pin connector 69 is coupled with microprocessor 110 by a lead 122. Module plug 60 includes an identification register 118, dials 66, and display 68, all of which are coupled with pin connector 69 via lead 123. Stored in identification register 118 is a binary representation of the module plug identification number unique to the type of module plug 60. Rating plug 64 is also coupled with microprocessor 110 by a lead 124 and a pin connector 125.
Referring to
Depending on which program 120 is accessed, program 120 will instruct microprocessor 110 to perform steps necessary to operate functions of module plug 60 (block 212). Such functions include accepting input from module plug 60, such as reading input values from dials 66, and providing output data to module plug 60, such as providing signals to display 68. Some examples of the functions module plug 60 can perform include displaying the current being measured by electronic trip unit 22, changing the trip parameters stored in remote access memory 112, displaying overload pick-up times, displaying instantaneous tripping values and energy values, and the like. When a specific module plug 60 is not desired, a blank module plug should be connected to electronic trip unit 22 to protect electronic trip unit 22. In addition, microprocessor 110 reads the number associated with the blank module and determines that no additional function is required.
Module plug 60 and electronic trip unit 22 provide the operator with a flexible electronic trip unit. The operator will be able to upgrade the electronic trip unit after purchasing the electronic trip unit. The operator will also be able to change the capability of the electronic trip unit easily by changing the module plug in the electronic trip unit. Thus, additional options and functions can be installed by the operator in the field.
In an exemplary embodiment, microprocessor 110 is in operable communication with circuit breaker 20, receiving informative signals from current transformers 90, 92, 94 and sending control signals to trip actuator 82. Nonvolatile memory 115 includes a plurality of preprogrammed instructions 120 that are programmed into nonvolatile memory 115 at the point of manufacture of electronic trip unit 22. The preprogrammed instructions 120 provide accessory functions that may be accessed and activated after a customer has purchased electronic trip unit 22 by the customer purchasing an appropriately programmed module plug 60, which is releasably engaged with electronic trip unit 22. Module plug 60 includes identification register 118 that contains an identification number that correlates with a designated preprogrammed instruction set 120 in nonvolatile memory 115. Lookup table 121 includes a listing of preprogrammed identification numbers that correlate the identification number in identification register 118 with the appropriate preprogrammed instruction set 120. Exemplary preprogrammed instructions 120 include, an ammeter display function, a ground fault function, an external communication function, a load monitoring function, a trip target flag, a load monitoring flag, a ground fault flag, a communications flag, and a blank function. Microprocessor 110 is programmed to read the identification number in identification register 118, and if a new identification number is encountered, to retrieve and read the preprogrammed instructions that correlate to the new identification number. Upon reading the appropriate instructions, microprocessor 110 performs the steps necessary to operate the functions correlating to the identification number of module plug 60. If no new identification number is encountered, microprocessor 110 performs the steps previously read in.
As discussed above, an embodiment includes several preprogrammed instructions 120 at nonvolatile memory 115 that are accessible by a module plug 60 having a preprogrammed registration number. In an embodiment, the several preprogrammed instructions 120 are grouped according to function. A display module plug 60 is preprogrammed to access and activate preprogrammed instructions 120 to provide an ammeter display function.
A quad module plug 60 is preprogrammed to access and activate preprogrammed instructions 120 to provide a ground fault function, an external communication function, and a load monitoring function. The ground fault function may be either a ground fault trip function, where circuit breaker 20 is instructed to trip on a ground fault condition, or a ground fault alarm function, where display 68 provides a visual alarm of a ground fault condition. The external communications function is provided by enabling a MODBUS communications port (not shown) on electronic trip unit 22. The load monitoring function enables the user to view on display 68 when the highest of the three-phase currents has exceeded a predefined load threshold, the thresholds being settable through dials 66. Dials 66 and display 68 provide an operator interface to module plug 60.
A flag module plug 60 is preprogrammed to access and activate preprogrammed instructions 120 to provide a trip target flag, a load monitoring flag, a ground fault flag, and a communications flag. The trip target flag enables the user to view on display 68 which trip target (source of trip activation, such as long-time (LT), short-time (ST), or instantaneous (Inst), for example) caused circuit breaker 20 to trip. The load monitoring flag enables the user to view on display 68 which phase has exceeded the predefined load threshold, and what the threshold setting is. The ground fault flag enables the user to view on display 68 whether a ground fault condition exists or not. The communications flag enables the user to veiw on display 68 when a communication action is occuring with electronic trip unit 22.
A blank module plug 60 is preprogrammed to prevent access and activation of any of the preprogrammed instructions 120 in nonvolatile memory 115.
As discussed above with reference to
From the foregoing, it will be appreciated that module plug 60 does not contain any preprogrammed instructions 120, containing instead only an identification number in identification register 118 that correlates, via lookup table 121, with a set of preprogrammed instructions 120 in nonvolatile memory 115 at electronic trip unit 22. All of the available accessory functions are preprogrammed, referred to as option dispensed in the industry, in electronic trip unit 22 at the time of manufacture, but are locked from access by control program 116. To access and activate any one of the accessory functions, or preprogrammed instructions 120, control program must recognize module plug 60 as being an authorized module plug and a match must be made between the identification number in module plug 60 with the list of identification numbers in lookup table 121. In this manner, module plug 60 acts as the key that unlocks the desired accessory function, or preprogrammed instruction 120, with lookup table 121 containing the preprogrammed key set that is used for key comparison.
While the invention has been described with reference to a preferred embodiment, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted for elements thereof without departing from the scope of the invention. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the invention without departing from the essential scope thereof. Therefore, it is intended that the invention not be limited to the particular embodiment disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this invention, but that the invention will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.
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Mayor's Monthly Message
December 2017
by Mayor Cameron Smyth
The big day is almost upon us and a year of celebrations is wrapping up. On December 15, 2017 our City will officially be 30 years old. We have spent this landmark year looking back at the people and events that helped shape Santa Clarita – all while striving toward our 2020 goals.
I would like to invite you to the official City Hall Open House to mark our City's 30th birthday. On the big day, December 15, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., residents are invited to City Hall for an afternoon of reminiscing, honoring and celebrating Santa Clarita. Come join councilmembers, past and present, as we take a look back at the past 30 years. We will have memorabilia on display, a final chance to sign the City's birthday card, a chance to record a well wish to the City and of course…cake!
The highlight of the event will come from SCVTV and Leon Worden, as they debut a documentary looking back at our three decades of cityhood. This video will be shown in council chambers and will feature interviews and events from the SCVTV vault. You'll hear from the key community members who helped make our City what it is today.
It will also be a time to remember councilmembers who have passed, including the October loss of my friend, Jo Anne Darcy. Heaven now has a quorum of Santa Clarita city councilmembers. I know that Jo Anne, George Pederson and my dad, Clyde Smyth, are looking down on us, and are very proud that we are following the vision the original council set.
When you look back at 1987 compared to our current year, so much has changed in Santa Clarita. Cityhood has resulted in millions of dollars remaining in our community. These funds have enabled the City to provide new facilities, programs and services our residents want. We went from just a handful of parks to 34 beautiful recreational spaces. We now have 85 miles of off street trails, more than 9,000 acres of preserved open space, three Metrolink stations, three libraries (with one more in the works), two community centers, anti-drug programs for youth, hundreds of sports and recreation programs, the aquatic center, skatepark, traffic and road improvements, preventing a new landfill and a new aggregate mining project, just to name a few achievements over the last 30 years.
I look forward to what the future holds for Santa Clarita. I know our City will continue to thrive thanks to the devotion of your City Council, the hard work of staff, and most importantly, the support of our engaged community. Happy Birthday Santa Clarita!
Mayor Cameron Smyth is a member of the Santa Clarita City Council and can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.

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A digest of what's playing at theaters in and around the Berkshires based upon reviews by Berkshire Eagle theater critic Jeffrey Borak.
Capsules include publication date of review, closing date of production, performance schedule, and production's running time.
A denotes a highly recommended critic's choice.
HOLY LAUGHTER: A young Episcopal priest in her early thirties tries to find her place as she administers her first parish in a building that's falling apart and is bleeding money and parishioners. She also has to deal with an aggressive black woman minister from a rival church who is poaching congregants. Like its central character, Abigail, this play — which is being given a valiantly acted developmental workshop presentation — is very much in search of itself. There is no cohesive narrative spine — just a lot of ideas that are brought up for no particular purpose and which lead nowhere. Rather than bring us to some defined point at the end, playwright Catherine Trieschmann substitutes a feel-good kumbaya dance as the play's final statement. Until Trieschmann decides what she wants to say and how she wants to say it, this draggy two-hour two-act play is a long way from being ready for primetime (Nov. 7). Through Nov. 22. Evenings — Thursday through Saturday at 7:30. Matinees — Sunday at 2. (2 hours 2 minutes)
Info: WAM Theatre, St. Germain Stage, Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center, 36 Linden St., Pittsfield. Tickets — $40-$15. (413) 236-8888; WAMTheatre.com
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It seems that something was finally found to put the fear of God into the members of the North Carolina General Assembly about HB2…the NBA. Never mind jobs, reputation, economic growth…no, the threat of losing the All-star game brought them around…sort of.
Kings Mountain
Christmas 2010-A Good One
Well, Christmas 2010 has come and gone. Nothing left to do but pack up the decorations. I'd have to rate it as a pretty good Christmas. I think I managed to stick to a fairly tight budget, and despite a few arguments with Lay, we wound up with everyone getting something they really enjoyed. I got my shopping and gift wrapping done well ahead of time this year. The decorations were up right after Thanksgiving, and the Christmas Cards went out just after that, so I never felt rushed or hectic.
Favorite Season
OK, I know that about this time every year I write something about Autumn being my favorite time of year. I know, Tampa, FL is not the place to be thinking about Autumn. I think we get our Autumn here in January, the time of year when these nasty live oaks dump a big portion of their leaves. Still, there is a rhythm that comes with the seasons no matter where one lives, and I love this time of year for the sense of "settling-in."
Hometown Pounded by Tornados
What now appears to have maybe two tornados pounded my hometown of Kings Mountain Tuesday evening. West Kings Mountain out through Bethlehem and Oak Grove communities seem to have been hit the hardest. Fortunately, Mom only had a few limbs down in her yard.
So Where Have I Been Lately
If you're a regular visitor (or you receive the digest email) I suppose you have noticed a decided lack of activity here lately. I have to tell you, I've just been tired. I think that's the best way to describe what's been going on in my life lately. It's not that feeling of "being sick and tired of being sick and tired," but more a general malaise that came over me during the last months. I didn't send out Christmas cards this year, and didn't even decorate the house. I came into the season with a good deal of the shopping done, and combined with some upcoming time off, I was actually looking forward to the holiday, but somewhere along the way, I just sort of lost that holiday spirit. I'm working on a comeback.
A Visit to North Carolina
No blogging or politics last week, as I was on the road from Monday to Friday. I drove up North Carolina because we had a business meeting in Burlington Wednesday, and then I took two days off, visited Mom and drove home. It was actually a pleasant week. i also took some photos around Kings Mountain and Shelby.
Salvaging A Small Part of A Small Town Downtown
I'm from a small town, Kings Mountain, North Carolina, just across the South Carolina state line. It's right off Interstate 85. Recently my Mom sent me a clipping from the local paper. The main article on clipped page was about an effort to restore the downtown local theater. This started me thinking back to the downtown where I grew up, and considering how it's changed.
Christmas 2007
We're well into the new year already, and I'm just now getting around to writing about the holidays. I suppose that is because it wasn't one of the better holidays. I did travel home for the usual visit, but it was very short. Lay took ill the week before Christmas week, and remains sick with the doctor still testing to try and find out what is wrong, but it got fairly serious there right after Christmas.
Thanksgiving Summary
Cold In Tampa
It remains dry, but it's been very cool the past few nights, getting into the 40's. There could be some frost tonight north of here and inland. Lay's nephews are over to spend the night, as two of them have birthday's next week. We won't be here. Lay and I will be traveling to North Carolina. While I'm taking the whole week off, Lay will be working Monday and Tuesday, so unfortunately, we'll be on the road Wednesday. I am not looking forward to that.
Slack Once Again
I wasn't quite as busy this past week, but I did have to travel to North Carolina on business the first couple of days of the week. I flew in Monday and spent Tuesday night in Kings Mountain visiting Mom. I had dinner with Mom and my sister Robin Tuesday night, and lunch with my other sister and her two children Wednesday before heading home.


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It was such a great splash of surprise when rumors surrounding the surfaces of techy world diffuses that Google plans to invest an estimate of $880 million into LG's display sector. It had been thought that this fund is given to aid the company of LG to broaden its OLED exhibit production collection, so as to provide adequate screen panels for that drawing near Pixel 2 as well as other potential tasks like the foldable cellphones. In return, Google would get special access to LG's cell phone show creation, apparently for the up and coming era of the Pixel. This news originated specifically from sources in the heart of the company itself, even though there had not been an official information to support it. This day, however, LG Display established that Google's rumored proposition might really be genuine. Inside a regulatory filing, LG confirmed that an increasing number of customers are showing curiosity about flexible OLED panels using the market's recent expansion, but additionally mentioned that nothing continues to be made the decision around the issue. LG affirmed that it got offers of venture for its OLED show business, yet held back from naming Google as one of the potential speculators. The organization forewarned that no arrangement has been settled yet.
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After some lineup changes, the San Francisco boys in Tea Leaf Green are back in business with Raise Up the Tent. New bassist Reed Mathis fits right in with the band and the effort shows. Raise Up the Tent offers the most fluid album to date. "Let Us Go" starts off with a rambunctious guitar strum and Scott Rager's precise drumbeat. Then, Trevor Garrod's vocals begin to drift in.
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Raise Up The Tent is certainly a must have in the lineage to greatness. Tea Leaf Green has talent. The addition of Reed Mathis' genius will certainly push the music in the right direction, and their commitment to the road will keep them lurching forward toward new fans.
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Perfect weather today driving back home from the Omaka Classic Fighters 2017 air show with my beautiful Bleriot on the new trailer. It drives very nice, and all went very well.
This is a lunch break, half way just before the Lewis pass, at the start of the track to lake Daniels at the Marble Hill campsite.


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Technically Speaking – How To Upgrade Your TapRooT® SoftwarePosted: March 10th, 2016 in Software, Technical Support, Technically Speaking, Video Depot
This week I 'd like to walk you through the steps to upgrade your existing TapRooT® software to the latest version which is Version 5.3.2.
Technically Speaking is a weekly series that highlights various aspects of our Version 5 software, introduces you to the upcoming TapRooT® VI release and occasionally includes a little Help Desk humor.
Remember, just because it's technical, doesn't mean it has to be complicated!
Technically Speaking – Backing up a TapRooT® DatabasePosted: February 4th, 2016 in Software, Technical Support, Technically Speaking, Video Depot
This week I 'd like to discuss the steps to backup your TapRooT® database. This is great to know should you need to move your software to a new machine and want to retain your data.
Technically Speaking is a weekly series that highlights various aspects of our Version 5 software, introduces you to the upcoming TapRooT® VI release and occasionally includes a little Help Desk humor.
Remember, just because it's technical, doesn't mean it has to be complicated!
Technically Speaking – Importing a SnapCharT®Posted: January 14th, 2016 in Software, Technical Support, Technically Speaking, Video Depot
You've received a SnapCharT® from your colleague and you now need to get into your TapRooT® software, but you are not sure how to do that. Behold! The video below will walk you through the steps to import the SnapCharT® into your system.
Click here to view the process for exporting a SnapCharT® into your TapRooT® software.
Technically Speaking is a weekly series that highlights various aspects of our Version 5 software, introduces you to the upcoming TapRooT® VI release and occasionally includes a little Help Desk humor.
Remember, just because it's technical, doesn't mean it has to be complicated!
Technically Speaking – Exporting a SnapCharT®Posted: January 13th, 2016 in Software, Technical Support, Technically Speaking, Video Depot
We would like to welcome you to our new Technical Support series for 2016, Technically Speaking. This weekly series will highlight various aspects of our Version 5 software, introduce you to the upcoming TapRooT® VI release and even include a little Help Desk humor from time to time. We'll start off this series with a look at how to export a SnapCharT® out of your TapRooT® Version 5 software.
Click here to view the process for importing a SnapCharT® into your TapRooT® software.
Technically Speaking is a weekly series that highlights various aspects of our Version 5 software, introduces you to the upcoming TapRooT® VI release and occasionally includes a little Help Desk humor.
Remember, just because it's technical, doesn't mean it has to be complicated!
TapRooT® Global Summit: Digging Deeper into Human Engineering and Work DirectionPosted: June 4th, 2015 in Summit Videos, Video Depot
System Improvements instructor Dave Janney gives attendees insight into Human Engineering and Work Direction issues.
TapRooT® Global Summit: Summit Day One HighlightsPosted: June 4th, 2015 in Summit Videos, Video Depot
Take a look at a few of the highlights from day one of the 2015 TapRooT® Summit.
2015 Global TapRooT® Summit After Hours: The Mob MuseumPosted: March 10th, 2015 in Summit
Have you registered for the 2015 Global TapRooT® Summit, June 1 – 5, 2015 in Las Vegas Nevada? This column is to help you plan for some fun things to do after hours.
Las Vegas is known for many things such as neon lights, great shows and of course casinos. I wanted to take a step away from the hustle and bustle of the strip and I was told by a local individual that I should check out the Mob Museum. I'll admit, I've never been a big fan of mob movies, but that suggestion piqued my interest and I thought I'd check it out and it was worth the short taxi ride away from the Vegas strip.
The building housing the Mob Museum was completed in 1933 and originally was the site of the new Las Vegas Post Office and Federal Courthouse. It is considered a historically significant building and is included on both the Nevada and National Registers of Historical Places. As I walked into the building, there was something about it that felt special. The museum is spread over three floors and includes the actual courtroom where the seventh hearing of the U.S. Senate Special Committee to Investigate Organized Crime in Interstate Commerce, was held on November 15, 1950. Along with information regarding these historic hearings, you will find history about many notorious criminals including Al Capone and Charles "Lucky" Luciano. One artifact I particularly enjoyed seeing was the wall from the St. Valentine's Day massacre where five members of the North Side Gang were shot and killed. The event itself, is sad, but I appreciated seeing a piece of mob history in person.
Exhibits in the museum include a mock lineup room where you can have your picture taken holding up an identification placard, a case containing various types of mob weapons and the actual chair where a mob member was sitting when he was killed. Most information is posted using cards on the wall as you would expect, but there are also several interactive displays as well including a replica Tommy gun simulating the kick you feel when shooting the gun. Come wearing comfortable shoes as you will be standing and walking a good amount traversing the museum.
The museum also includes numerous short video presentations giving you deeper insight to the history of the mob and those that worked to stop the violence across the country. Each video is only a few minutes long, but they give you a quick respite from reading all the placards detailing various aspects of mob history. One video I really enjoyed detailed the process to become a member of a mob family. I didn't realize all that was required to become a member.
As I was walking through the museum, I came to sign indicating graphic material ahead. Continuing on, I found this section contained actual crime scene photographs. Even though the images were in black and white, I found the brutality of the crimes amazing and disturbing at the same time. It appears at times, it wasn't enough to kill the person with a single bullet, but rather multiple bullets. Should the attacker get close enough, the killings would be extremely brutal with multiple stab wounds and deep lacerations all over the body.
The Mob Museum may not be right on the strip, but it's well worth the 15 minute taxi ride to see a piece of American history and one aspect that helped Las Vegas become the city it is today. The Mob Museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and tickets can be purchased here.
And if you haven't registered to the Summit yet, go here.
TapRooT® System Software Version 5.2.1 Single User Release NotesPosted: February 6th, 2013 in Software Updates
The TapRooT® Technical Support team is excited to announce our new Version 5.2.1 of the TapRooT® System Software. We've heard from you and have implemented many new features you've suggested.
Here is a list of the enhancements made in this release:
- New Windows 8 support.
- New Required fields clearly identified and verified prior to saving the investigation.
- New Existing TapRooT® database is backed up prior to software upgrade.
- New Investigation import verifies the investigation to be imported was created with the same version of the TapRooT® software.
- Improved software scroll navigation.
- Custom Details fields expand automatically when a large amount of text is entered.
- Corrective Action Editor allows you to assign departments and individuals to specific steps of the Corrective Action process (Implementation, Verification, Validation).
- Root Cause Tree Analysis comments appear to the left of the name.
- SnapCharT® window adjusts to display objects after being previously minimized.
- Enhanced password encryption.
- Updated Corrective Action Helper links.
- Improved Excel export functionality.
- Improved Location and Classification management.
- Start menu shortcut renamed.
- Minimized the number of pop-up windows required to save documents.
- New Locations and Classifications added if none exist prior to upgrade.
- New Ability to easily import sample cases.
TapRooT® Single Users can download the software from http://www.taproot.com/ts5download.
You will use the same username and password you used to initially download the software.
If you no longer have this information, you can email email@example.com to obtain it.
Don't have the TapRooT® software yet? Click here to learn more.
What's New in TapRooT® Version 5.2.0: Left MenuPosted: December 10th, 2012 in Software Updates, Technical Support
We just released our new 5.2.0 software and the left-side menu has been overhauled into a more intuitive, easier to use interface as shown below:
To help you get better acquainted with this new interface I'd like to provide you a breakout of each menu item and any sub-menus items that may be available.
My Investigations/Audits
- Create New
- Investigation
- Audit
- Open Recent
- Import
Search & Trend
- Search All
- Investigation/Audit List
- Corrective Action List
- Root Cause Distribution
- New Export Data to Excel
- New Top 10 Root Causes
- New Count of Investigations
- New Cost of Investigations
- New Pareto Chart
- New Process Behavior Chart
- Manage Documents
- Open Recent
- Create New
- SnapCharT®
- Root Cause Tree®
- Equifactor®
- Change Analysis
- Safeguards
- Corrective Action
- Table of Contents
- TapRooT® Website
- About TapRooT®
- Database Backup/Restore
- User Management
- Users
- Reports
- System Lists
- New Attachment Folders
- Classifications
- Departments
- Equipment
- Locations
- Custom Details Fields
- System Setup
- Authentication
- Numbering Scheme
- E-Signature Confirmations
- Email
- Email Setup
- Email Test
- Email Notification
- Optional Techniques
- Edit Equifactor®
- Performance Factor Groups
- Change Analysis Headings
- System Reports
Log Out
There you have it: A quick look at the new interface of TapRooT® Software Version 5.2.0.
If you have any questions, feel free to drop us a line at firstname.lastname@example.com or by calling us at 865-539-2139
TapRooT® Software Version 5.2 Release NotesPosted: November 30th, 2012 in Software Updates, TapRooT, Technical Support
We are excited to announce the release of the TapRooT® Version 184.108.40.206 Single User and Web Enterprise software. This new version of the TapRooT® software introduces a number of enhancements to help you become more efficient using the software. Below you see a screenshot of the updated interface and a list of software features and enhancements.
Investigation Editor
- Buttons moved to top of window for easier navigation
- Locations/Classifications
- New Search function
- Improved User Interface.
- Enhanced Custom Details fields.
- New Attachments section
- Custom Attachment folders.
- Drag and Drop attachments between folders.
- Easily view all attachments.
- Team Member Section Improved
- Team Member permissions can be set to Full Access or View Only.
- New Team Member search function added.
- Added "Estimated Cost' field for Trending purposes.
- New Required fields identified by asterisk.
- Enhanced Help Menu navigation.
- New Left Menu
- Reorganized for easier navigation.
- Dynamic menu based on the user's permissions.
- New Unique Home and Exit buttons.
- New TapRooT® logo links to the Home page.
- New Double click on Investigation to open.
- Sub-menu items expand dynamically.
NEW Search & Trend
- New Pareto Charts
- New Top 10 Root Causes
- New Process Behavior Chart
- New Export Data to Excel
- New Count of Investigations
- New Cost of Investigations
- New Sample cases added to drop down list.
- Enhanced navigation.
- Improved user interface.
- Search capability added.
- User authorization menu removed.
- Simplified User permission configuration.
- Additional support for Foreign Language Operating Systems and Languages.
- The '<' character can be used when creating system hierarchies.
- Improved encryption.
18.104.22.168 Hotfix is released!Posted: July 19th, 2012 in Software Updates
The TapRooT® Technical Support team is happy to announce the release of the Version 22.214.171.124 Hotfix for the Single User and Web Enterprise Software. This release includes the following updates:
- The SnapChartT® Date/Time box accepts values between 12:00 and 12:59 AM when the software is configured in 12 hour mode.
- Near Root Causes with Corrective Actions assigned to them are now appearing on the Investigation Report and Corrective Action Report.
- After chart has been saved, the date field appears on the SnapCharT® objects.
- UserImport.xls correctly imports user First Name and Last Name fields.
- Corrective Actions are now showing up on the Corrective Action Summary By Causal Factor Report when there is no Corrective Action Number set.
- There is no Javascript error when opening Root Cause Trees.
TapRooT® Single Users can download the software from http://www.taproot.com/ts5download You will use the same username and password you used to initially download the software.
**NOTE** If you no longer have that information, you can email email@example.com to obtain the necessary login credentials.
TapRooT® Enterprise users can email email@example.com for software update instructions.
How to Export/Import Your InvestigationsPosted: October 26th, 2011 in Root Cause Analysis Tips
Collaboration on an incident investigation can be simplified by knowing how to export your investigation and import it into another machine. This allows team members to continue to work the investigation without having to recreate data. It also aids in the creation of a single unified investigation to present to management.
Let's look at how this is done in the TapRooT® software:
Exporting the Investigation
Starting from your Quick Launch Menu (Main Screen), select the investigation you wish to export and press the [OPEN] button which takes you to the 7 step process screen.
From here, select the [Open Investigation Info] button to enter the investigation editor.
On the bottom right side of the window, press the [Export] button to initiate the export process.
Name the file, select where you want it saved, and press the [SAVE] button to export your investigation.
**All TapRooT Investigations are stored as XML files with a .tx5 extension.
Importing the Investigation
To import an investigation, select Activities-Import–Audit/Investigation from the left side menu to bring up the Import Investigation/Audit File window.
Press the [Browse] button and navigate to the location of the investigation you are importing, highlight the file and press [Open] and then [OK] to complete the process. You will receive a dialog box that indicates the investigation has imported successfully.
TapRooT® Technical Tip – Windows 7 TapRooT® Software InstallationPosted: September 28th, 2011 in Root Cause Analysis Tips
Many of you have asked us if the TapRooT® software will work in Windows 7. The answer is yes! Our Version 5 software is officially supported in Windows 7. This week I want to walk you through the steps required to install the TapRooT® software on a Windows 7 machine.
In order to install in Windows 7, the first thing you need to do is disable the User Account Control(UAC) prior to installation. The steps to do this are listed below:
Disabling User Account Control (UAC)
Step 1
Go to the Start Orb and in the search box type 'msconfig' and press [Enter] on your keyboard. When the window comes up select the 'Tools' tab.
Step 2
Select Change UAC Settings and press [Launch] to open the User Account Control Settings screen.
Step 3
Move the slider to the bottom and press [OK]. Press [OK] again to close the MSCONFIG window.
Step 4
Restart your machine to finalize this change. Once your machine has been restarted, you are ready to proceed.
Software Installation
Step 1
To begin the software installation, double click on the TSS icon located in the folder where it was saved.
The installer will extract the files to a temporary location and begin the installation process.
Step 2
After the TapRooT® files have installed, you are presented with a dialog box asking for the serial number you were provided when the software was purchased.
Enter the serial number and press [OK] to continue to the database portion of the software installation.
Step 3
During this part of the installation you are presented with several dialog boxes like the one shown below:
Follow the instructions on each screen to proceed through the installation
**NOTE** DO NOT close any windows until the TapRooT® software opens. Once the software is completely installed, the TapRooT® application will open and you are ready to start your investigation.
If you are unable to successfully install the TapRooT® software, please send us an email or call Technical Support at 865-539-2139.
TapRooT® Technical Tip – Three Ways TapRooT® System Software Saves You TimePosted: September 7th, 2011 in Root Cause Analysis Tips, Technical Support
When you attend one of the TapRooT® courses, your instructor introduces you to the 7-step TapRooT® systematic process for finding the real root causes of problems so you can solve them once and for all. During your training, your instructor will also introduce you to our TapRooT® System software as a tool to facilitate the investigation or audit and determine what corrective actions need to be implemented. I'd like to discuss three areas where the use of the TapRooT® software saves you time: Centralization of data, Email Notifications, and the Copy/Paste Feature.
1. Centralization of Data:
Typically when conducting a root cause analysis investigation or audit, you will need to collect various pieces of documentation including items such as eyewitness statements and photographic evidence. If this is a large-scale investigation, the amount of work necessary to collect and organize the data can be cumbersome and difficult to organize. The TapRooT® software provides you a central repository to store documents and can be assigned to particular investigations. When you use the centralized data store, you are more efficient in conducting your investigation and tracking what documentation you have and what documentation you still require to complete your investigation.
2. Email Notifications:
The TapRooT® software also saves you time is the inclusion of a robust email notification system. This notification system is highly customizable and allows you to create unique notifications for various investigation events. This ensures that all team members stay aware of the investigation status. The notification system can also be used to inform users of their responsibilities regarding Corrective Actions. As each step of a Corrective Action is completed, the software will automatically notify the team member responsible for the next step.
3. Copy and Paste Feature:
During your investigation process, you will need to determine the root cause for any causal factors you identified. The TapRooT® software includes an electronic version of the Root Cause Dictionary which provides you the ability to copy and paste definitions straight into your investigations instead of manually entering them. These definitions help guide management through the reason behind selecting certain events as causal factors in your investigation.
In conclusion, these time-saving tips are just a sample of the unique ways using the TapRooT® software can save you time when conducting your investigation. We would love to hear how the TapRooT® software saves you time! Leave a comment below or send me an email to share how the TapRooT® software helps save your organization time when conducting an investigation.
Ready to learn more about TapRooT® System Software? Register for the TapRooT® Software Super Users/Administrators track, (2012 TapRooT® Global Summit, February 29 – March 2, 2012, Las Vegas, Nevada) or Getting the Most from Your TapRooT® Software, (Pre-Summit course, February 27 and 28, 2012).
Root Cause Analysis Tip: TapRooT® Software – Configuring Custom FieldsPosted: August 17th, 2011 in Root Cause Analysis Tips, Technical Support
During the course of your investigations, I'm sure you've often found that you need to add custom fields. Custom Fields can be defined as any specific piece of data that is required to be entered in every investigation or audit. The TapRooT® Software Details/Attachments section in the lower right area of the Investigation Editor screen provides you with the ability to add attachments and custom details to your investigation.
The software includes two default details fields: Current Conditions and Immediate Corrective Actions, both of which are defined as 'Text' data types. Both the field description and data type can be edited and additional types can be created.
Let's walk through creating a new Custom Field called "Images" which will contain photos from the investigation. The first step is to navigate to the left side menu and select Admin–Setup–Custom Details Fields where you will be presented with the Customize Fields screen.
At this point we want to press the [Add] button and fill in the fields with the information we want to use for our "Images" custom field:
Field Description: Images
Sort Order: 300
NOTE: This field is a numerical value that allows you to determine the order that custom fields appear in the drop-down menu. The software lists fields sequentially based on Sort Order value. I advise setting your Sort Values in increments of 100 to accommodate any future additional custom fields.
Data Type: Binary(Attachment)
We also want select the Investigation/Audit and Submission checkboxes and press the [Save] button to complete the process.
Congratulations! The Customize Fields screen now reflects our newly created custom field. This custom field is now available for future investigations and audits.
You can repeat this process for as many custom fields as you would like. If you have any questions, please feel free contact Technical Support via email or call 865-539-2139.
Software users: plan now to attend the exclusive 2-day "Getting the Most from Your TapRooT® Software" course held in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 27-28, 2012 right before the Global TapRooT® Summit. Learn more on the Summit website.
Steve Raycraft is a member of the TapRooT® Tech Support Team.
TapRooT® Technical Tip – Connection String Error MessagePosted: July 20th, 2011 in Root Cause Analysis Tips, Technical Support
I'd like to clarify the reason some of our users are experiencing 'The ConnectionString property has not been initialized' error when trying to open the TapRooT® Single-User Version 5 software.
This is typically caused by Microsoft SQLExpress 2005 not installing correctly during the installation of the TapRooT® Single-User Software. The TapRooT® software installation is composed of two parts. The first part is the installation of the TapRooT® software specific files. Once those files are installed, a few 'command' windows will pop up asking the user to press any key and the MS SQLExpress 2005 installation portion on the installation will initiate.
You will be prompted to 'Press any key' twice during this process. During the database installation, there will be a window that will open in the background indicating that the software has finished installing and you can press the [Close] button to complete the installation. You do NOT want to press that button yet. That message indicates that only the TapRooT® files have been installed.
Once the TapRooT® files AND MS SQLExpress 2005 have been successfully installed and configured, the software will automatically open. At this point it is now safe to press the [Close] button to complete the TapRooT® installation.
If the software does not open or you receive any other error message, please visit our Knowledge Base or send us an email.
Steve Raycraft joined System Improvements in 2007 and is part of the TapRooT® Technical Support Team.
TapRooT® Version 5 SnapCharT Tool and Internet Explorer 8Posted: March 18th, 2010 in TapRooT, Technical Support, Website Info and Updates
The new web-based version of TapRooT® software utilizes a completely rewritten SnapCharT tool. As a result, there is a script that needs to run the first time you open the tool that adds your internal URL as a trusted site. However, on machines with Internet Explorer 8 installed, that action needs to be performed manually. We have an article that details how to do that and it can be found here
Installing TapRooT® System Software in Windows 7Posted: November 25th, 2009 in Root Cause Analysis Tips
With Windows 7 now available and is fully supported with out TapRooT® Version 5 software.
SnapCharT® Best PracticesPosted: July 22nd, 2009 in Software Updates
We are jumping back over to the technical side of things for this weeks Root Cause Analysis Blog.
How often have you been working on a SnapCharT and had it crash on you?
Frustrating I know! Here are some Best Practices that will hopefully prevent these errors from occurring:
– Place objects on the chart before drawing connecting lines
– Avoid special characters such as @, #, &
– Avoid using single or double quotes
– Keep SnapcharTs to 8 pages or less
– Close and Save the SnapCharT on a frequent basis
In the old stand-alone SnapCharT software, many users used the safeguard buttons but we found they could cause a chart to become corrupt so they were removed in the latest version of the SnapCharT tool.
In it's most simplistic form, Safeguards are rectangles with additional graphical elements. When looking at a Safeguard symbol, the first thing you notice is its' color. You can recreate the same effect by creating a rectangle, use the color palette to color the shape, and resize it according to your needs. Using this technique will make your SnapCharTs safer.
Let's go through an example:
This chart used the old "broken" Safeguard bracket. We do not want to use these symbols. Instead, try this:
By creating a rectangle chart object and simply resizing it, I can then select that object and using the color picker (as shown) I can create a "red" (or "bad/broken") Safeguard—all without endangering the integrity of the chart itself.
Hopefully these tips will help you with future charts. If you have a questions, feel free to email me at email@example.com
Root Cause Analysis Tip: Why Analyze an Issue if You Already Have the Solution?Posted: June 11th, 2009 in Root Cause Analysis Tips
This week we are going to look at the TapRooT® Knowledge Base.
My name is Steve Raycraft and I am the lead Technical Support Agent here at System Improvements. I will be your guide through this journey today.
Let's start by giving the address to the SI Knowledge Base: http://www.taproot.com/support.
On this site you can see that the page has several sections. I'll go over each one in this article. Let's start with the Search Box.
From here you can search for articles that contain the text shown on an error you may be receiving or you can search for a particular subject such as how to export an incident. This is probably the easiest way to find what you are looking for on our Knowledge Base.
If you are anything like me and want to type as little as possible, the next sections will be of great value to you. The first is View Articles by Category.
Here we find the articles grouped together primarily based on the version of the software. There are also a couple articles relating to database management that can be found in this section.
Next stop on our journey is the Featured Articles section. Well, this will be a VERY short stop as this section is currently never updated.
Going down a little further on our Knowledge Base journey, we find my favorite section, the Most Popular Articles area. Here is where you will find issues that are common to most of our clients. As you can see from the screenshot, the top two issues are 'How Do I Install…Vista?' and How…Remove the TapRooT® Software?'
Wait a minute! Let me suggest that you don't uninstall our software! In all seriousness though, I understand why this is so high on the list. Uninstalling our software and getting a machine ready to reinstall the software is a little more complex than just removing it from Add/Remove Programs. This article details how to completely remove the software so you can re-install a fresh copy if you need to. Only two more sections left to discuss.
This section is pretty self-explanatory. Here you will find the most recently added or updated articles that are in our Knowledge Base. Currently articles are added or updated on a as-needed basis so this list may not change frequently.
Last, but not least on our journey, we find the Most Popular Searches section. Here you will find what other TapRooT® users are searching for. You may find that may other users are looking for the same thing as you and you can use these links to take you to the article you are needing information about.
Well there you have it! I hope that you found your journey through the System Improvements Knowledge Base page useful.
The Knowledge Base is very dynamic and if you see something on there that is incorrect or if there is a specific article you would like me to add, send an email to steve(at)taproot.com and I'll see if we can get that quickly addressed for you.
We Want to Hear From You!Posted: February 28th, 2008 in Technical Support
"Have you seen our new support section? We are currently working on support articles for the TapRooT® System Software Version 5 and we want to hear from you! Tell us what type of articles you would like to see on the Knowledge Base. Would you rather see dry, picture-less articles with just the text detailing how to do something or do you want to see lots of screenshots for each step? We value our clients' suggestions and want to provide you with a useful and informative Knowledge Base in case things go wrong or you have a question. You can send your requests to version5@taproot(dot)com"
Announcing the new TapRoooT® Support Site!Posted: January 8th, 2008 in Technical Support
Ever been out in the field working an investigation and find that you are unsure how to share the data you entered with your co-workers? Well let me direct you to our NEW support site that will answer that question as well as many other common questions our users have regarding the TapRooT® System Software.
Bookmark this site and use it as your first line of defense for any problems or questions you may have!
Combining Multiple Single-User Databases to a Single, Centralized DatabasePosted: September 18th, 2007 in Technical Support
With version 5.1 looming on the horizon, I thought it would be advantageous to re-visit the topic of combining databases in the TapRooT® System Software. The most important part of this is that you MUST have a multi user license (work, group or enterprise) in order to receive support for any issues you may have with this.
Read on for instructions on how to export and import your incidents into a centralized database!


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It has taken me time to ease into 2015. No resolutions for me…just reflection and resolve.
I hate resolutions! They are a set up for disappointment and regret…or at least for me. For most, they are a list without a game plan, a wish list without action. Often, resolutions are what we desire, but are not willing to do the work to make it happen.
This New Year my heart is overwhelmed at God's goodness in my life. As I read in Psalms this morning, I was reminded of God's hand of faithfulness over and over in the lives of his children. In Psalm 78, he reminds us to make his ways known to our children so the generations to come may know him.
"That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep his commandments."
Wow! Just that one little verse is chock-full of powerful truth.
If I am serious about change, my hope can't be in a list of wants. The power in our lives to overcome whatever is in our path comes from seting our hope in God. This verse in Psalm 78:7 is the key to obedience, strength and courage to shake up things in our lives.
That They May Set Their Hope In God!
As the passage continues, it lists some of the marvelous things God did in their sight.
- He divided the sea and allowed them to pass through on dry ground, and he pushed the waters back and made them stand.
- He led them by a cloud during the day and with fire by night.
- He gave them drink out of a rock as out of the great depths.
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Even with all of this, the scriptures tell us they continued to sin, turn their backs on him, whine, and complain. It took many hard times to remind them that God was their Rock and their Redeemer.
Oh God, let me never forget where I have journeyed from, the deep waters of trials, what you have brought me through, the rich lessons of truth, and the goodness you have lavished on my life. You are enough for anything I face.
You are…MY Rock! Oh God, You are…MY Redeemer!
What are my plans for this year? What is my resolve?
To continue to move forward with God, I know looking back will never get me where I am going. I don't know what is ahead in the future, but I am not afraid because…


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Potato Skins are a great appetizer to serve during a football game, which makes this perfect for any Superbowl party. You can use any size potatoes, I used larger potatoes, but smaller or medium potatoes would work as well. These were really easy to make and were just as good as the ones you can buy in the frozen aisle of the grocery store.
Potato Skins
(Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker's Cookbook: Bridal Edition)
4 large potatoes
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon bacon bits
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. Prick the potatoes with a fork and bake for 1 hour or until tender. Let the potatoes stand until they are cool enough to handle. Cut the potatoes lengthwise in half and carefully scoop out the potato meat, leaving about 1/4 inch shells. You can save the potato meat for another use.
3. Set the oven to broil. Place the potato skin, skin side down on a cookie sheet and brush the top with the melted butter. Broil on the lower rack for 8-10 minutes or until crisp and browned. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the potato skins. Broil for about 30 seconds or until the cheese is melted.
Serve with sour cream or you can even serve it with ranch dressing.
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