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Renovation of Housing Stock of the Country on the Basis of Large-Panel Housing Construction . . . . . 3
S.V. NIKOLAEV, Doctor of Sciences (Engineering) (email@example.com) AO «TSNIIEP zhilishcha – institute for complex design of residential and public buildings» (AO «TSNIIEP zhilishcha») (9, structure 3, Dmitrovskoye Highway, 127434, Moscow, Russian Federation)
Renovation of Housing Stock of the Country on the Basis of Large-Panel Housing Construction It is shown that the existing designs of large-panel houses practically don't meet the new standards of comfort in the light of the realization of a large-scale program of housing stock renovation. The most important indicator determining the housing comfort, according to the international practice, is availability of a common room over 30 m2 in the flat (in developed countries of Europe and America it can reach 100 m2), as well as bedrooms in an amount equal to the number of family members. Various options of development of the urban square are analyzed and it is concluded that the residential quarter, "carpet", development of average height of 5–7 stories is the most efficient from the point of view of development density, ergonomic and video-ecology. The architectural and town-planning system of panel-frame houses developed by TSNIIEP zhilishcha makes it possible to provide the high speed of construction, relatively low cost, high quality of housing and its further variability for operation life up to 100 years. For wide introduction of this system there is a high-tech base of industrial housing construction. The transition to the construction of standard housing of mid-rise quarter development according to the frame-panel housing construction technology opens the perspective for the construction of comfortable housing of a new generation oriented to the creation of a humanistic society.
Keywords: housing construction, renovation, large-panel house construction, integrated house-building factory, housing development by blocks of houses, development density, standard housing, resettlement of citizens.
For citation: Nikolaev S.V. Renovation of housing stock of the country on the basis of large-panel housing construction. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 3–7. (In Russian).
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KERAMA MARAZZI. Transforming the Space (Information) . . . . . . .8
История панельного домостроения – это история появления массового жилья в России. Несмотря на то что на заре ин- дустриальной застройки не стояла отдельная цель гармонизировать облик всего города, при помощи индустриального жилья возводился город будущего, где каждая семья обеспечена отдельной жилплощадью с собственным санузлом и кухней. Панельный дом, пришедший на смену переходному «обдирному», лишенному украшений сталинскому дому, стал самодостаточным решением, внес порядок и аккуратность в хаотичную застройку жилых районов и превратился в своеобразный символ своего времени
Expert System ALLCHECK for Automated Quality Control of Designing Precast Products .. . . . . . . 10
Отечественная разработка – экспертная систе ма Allcheck – создана в Allbau Software для выпол нения анализа информационных моделей зданий архитектурных и инженерных проектов на предмет возникновения коллизий, качества проектных ре шений, а также уменьшения количества проектных ошибок, что в свою очередь снизит стоимость ре ализации проектов и повысит качество и точность моделирования.
Sealants of an Abris® Series for Frame-Panel Housing Construction . . . . . . 12
G.A. SAVCHENKOVA, Director (firstname.lastname@example.com), T.A. ARTAMONOVA, Deputy Director for Research and Development LLC "Plant of Sealing Materials" (P.B. 97, bldg. 1058, Mendeleeva Street, Dzerzhinsk, 606008, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russian Federation)
Sealants of an Abris® Series for Frame-Panel Housing Construction
The main directions of energy saving in construction include strengthening of heat protection of buildings, exclusion of cold bridges, tightness of the building, the use of ecological and warm materials etc. For the protection of building structures at all stages of construction from the foundation to the roof, LLC "Plant of Sealing Materials" offers the most complete assortment of sealing materials of an Аbris® series recommended for application by AO "TsNIIEP zhilishcha" and AO "TSNII promzdany".
Keywords: frame-panel housing construction, sealing from foundation to roof, sealants of Abris series, ecological materials, cold bridge.
For citation: Savchenkova G.A., Artamonova T.A. Sealants of an Abris® series for frame-panel housing construction. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 12–15. (In Russian).
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7. Savchenkova G.A., Artamonova T.A., Savchenkov V.P., Nosova Yu.E., Mileshkevich V.I. Experience of use of sealants at installation of air ducts. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2010. No. 6, pp. 26–28. (In Russian).
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Transformation of Production of Pre-Cast Reinforced Concrete Structures in Thailand (Information) . . . . . . . . . . .16
Experimental Studies of Three-Layer Wall Panels on Action of Dynamic Load .. . . . . . . . .18
A.V. GRANOVSKY1, Candidate of Sciences (Engineering), Head of Laboratory, Research Center of Seismic Stability of Constructions, M.R. CHUPANOV1, Engineer; A.V. KOVRIGIN2, Engineer, Head of Technical Support Group (firstname.lastname@example.com), A.V. MASLOV2, Engineer
1 TsNIISK named after V.A. Kucherenko, JSC Research Center of Construction, (6, bldg.1 2nd Institutskaya Street, 109428, Moscow, Russian Federation)
2 LLC "The Biysk Factory for Making Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastics" (60/1, Leningradskaya Street, Biysk, Altai Krai, 659316, Russian Federation)
Experimental Studies of Three-Layer Wall Panels on Action of Dynamic Load The analysis of the results of static and dynamic tests of reinforced concrete three-layer wall panel with flexible connections of glass-fiber reinforcement is made. As a result of static tests of panels' layers for shear, the value of the shear stiffness coefficient of connections and the ultimate value of shearing force for the panel are established. During the process of dynamic tests of three-layer panels on the two-component vibro-platform have been simulated loads on the structure corresponding to the dynamic impacts at earthquakes of 7–9 point intensity according to the MSK-64 scale. During the test process, the frequency spectrum of impacts changed within the 1–10 Hz range at accelerations of the vibro-platform of 0.3–19 m/s2. The character of behavior of a face layer relative to the bearing (self-bearing) layer of the panel under the action of dynamic load, parallel and perpendicular to the plane of panels is analyzed.
Keywords: three-layer wall panel, flexible connections from glass-fiber reinforcement, static and dynamic loads, frequency spectrum of impacts.
For citation: Granovsky A.V., Chupanov M.R., Kovrigin A.V., Maslov A.V. Experimental studies of three-layer wall panels on action of dynamic load. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 18–23. (In Russian).
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Progressive House-Construction System (Information) . . . . . . .24
An Import Substitution Product: Modern Concrete Mixing Plant for Coloured Concrete from the Group of Companies "ELTICON" (Information) . . . . . . . 26
Work with the 'Joint' Tool of Software Package LIRA-CAD . . . . 30
V.E. GUBCHENKO, Leading Engineer, (firstname.lastname@example.com), LLC «Lira service» (7, Plekhanova Street, 111141, Moscow, Russian Federation)
Work with the 'Joint' Tool of Software Package LIRA-CAD Analysis of frameless large panel buildings implies account of flexible connections between walls and slabs at places of their intersection (joints). Generally, in 3D design models of such type, a flexible connection is simulated with discrete connections of finite rigidity. The rigidity of discrete connections is determined according to the type of joint and its design features. Simulation of discrete constraints is rather a time-consuming procedure. So, if the process of their generation is automated, it will simplify the work of design engineer. LIRA-SAPR 2017 introduces the special tool for effective simulation and analysis of joints in large panel buildings; the tool is called 'Joint'. There is a special class of information objects – joint of panels. This class enables the user to considerably simplify and automate the simulation of large panel buildings, then triangulate and obtain the finite element model. Fundamental principles of work with the 'Joint' tool are considered.
Keywords: Lira service, SP LIRA-SAPR, SP SAPFIR, automation of design, CAD, calculation software complexes, numerical simulation, FEM, large-panel buildings, simulation of panel buildings, joint.
For citation: Gubchenko V.E. Work with the 'Joint' tool of software package LIRA-CAD. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 30–35. (In Russian).
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Innovation Technologies in Housing Construction Mastered by GC "Rekon-SMK" During 20 Years of Work at Markets of RF and CIS . . . . . . . . 36
V.A. SHEMBAKOV (firstname.lastname@example.com), Executive of GC "Rekon-SMK", General Director of ZAO "Rekon", Honored Builder of the Russian Federation, Head of Team of Authors for Development in Introduction of SMK Technology ZAO "Rekon" (20a, Dorozhny Passage, 428003, Cheboksary, Russian Federation)
Innovation Technologies in Housing Construction Mastered by GC "Rekon-SMK" During 20 Years of Work at Markets of RF and CIS It is shown that the Russian technology of a precast-monolithic frame proposed by GC "Rekon-SMK" makes it possible to provide internal and foreign markets with qualitative, affordable and energy efficient building materials of Russian production, reduce the dependence on foreign technologies, equipment, and components. It is also shown that the efficiency of the project is determined not so much by the payback indicators as the number of constructed residential and public buildings. It is necessary to consider the possibility of changing the purpose of the object in the future. Actual data for determining the optimal capacity of a plant-mini DSK are presented. Reinforced concrete products supply to other regions can be up to 90% of the cost of products due to increasing transportation costs that makes manufacture of building materials unprofitable.
Keywords: innovations, housing construction, building industry, frame-panel housing construction, precast-monolithic frame, factory readiness, energy efficiency, speed of construction.
For citation: Shembakov V.A. Innovation technologies in housing construction mastered by GC "Rekon-SMK" during 20 years of work at markets of RF and CIS. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 36–43. (In Russian).
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Large-Panel Houses of a New Generation . . . . . . . .44
A.N. KORSHUNOV, Deputy Director for Science (firstname.lastname@example.com) JSC "Kazan Giproniiaviaprom" (1, Dementieva Street, Kazan, 420127, Republic of Tatarstan, Russian Federation) Large-Panel Houses of a New Generation
A design block of large-panel housing construction (LPHC) is considered. It is proposed to use a universal large-panel housing construction system with a narrow step as a basic system for LPHC plants. The system has multi-variant lay-outs of apartments with a diverse combination in the basic design of the block-section as well as a modular design principle of new block-sections on the basis of the existing, the mechanism of transfer of the basic block-section with a narrow step to a wide step in variant without preliminary pre-stressing. The advantage of its use in the planned Moscow program of housing renovation and resettlement from emergency five-story houses is shown. The possibility to reduce the costs when constructing including due to the use of gypsum partitions as well as the possibility to increase the capacity of the plant due to increasing the number of housing square meters are presented.
Keywords: renovation, panel houses, universal system of large-panel housing construction, basic block-section, free lay-outs, modular principle of designing block-sections, inter-room partitions, plant capacity.
For citation: Korshunov A.N. Large-panel houses of a new generation. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 44–46. (In Russian).
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An Organizational-Economic Model of Renovation .. . . . . . . .47
L.V. KIEVSKIY, Doctor of Sciences (Engineering), Professor, Chief Researcher (email@example.com), M.E. KARGASHIN, Programming Supervisor, M.I. PARKHOMENKO, Deputy Head of Department of Introduction of Information Systems and Results of Research. A.A. SERGEEVA, Chief Specialist OOO NPTS "City Development" (19, str. 3, Mira Avenue, Moscow, 129090, Russian Federation)
An Organizational-Economic Model of Renovation Main stages of the formation of a organizational-economic model of renovation – a mechanism of calculation of the Moscow renovation program: determination of objects nomenclature, assessment of work volumes and their distribution in time – are considered. A priority social character of the program and its direction to urban development of the city is emphasized. Main assumptions of the model and methodical approaches to the planning of work volumes are presented. It is proved that on the basis of the mathematical model of renovation with due regard for adopted hypotheses and assumptions, it is possible to form a calculation model and really plan the renovation program.
Keywords: renovation of residential areas, organizational-economic model of renovation, urban planning policy.
For citation: Kievskiy L.V., Kargashin М.Е., Parkhomenko M.I., Sergeeva A.A. An Organizational-economic model of renovation. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 47–56. (In Russian).
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18. Shul'zhenko S.N., Kievskiy L.V., Volkov A.A. Improvement of the methodology for assessing the level of organizational preparation for concentrated construction. Vestnik MGSU. 2016. No. 3, pp. 135–143. (In Russian).
19. Oleinik P.P. Organizatsiya stroitel'nogo proizvodstva [Organization of construction production]. Moscow: ASV. 2010. 576 p. (In Russian).
20. Kievskiy L.V., Sergeeva A.A. Renovation planning and solvent demand. Zhilishhnoe stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2017. No. 12, pp. 3–7. (In Russian).
21. Kievskiy I.L., Grishutin I.B., Kievskiy L.V. Decentralized rearrangement of city blocks (concept design stage). Zhilishсhnoe stroitel'- stvo [Housing Construction]. 2017. No. 1–2, pp. 23–28. (In Russian).
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G.S. SLAVCHEVA, Doctor of Sciences (Engineering) (email@example.com) Voronezh State Technical University (84, 20-let Oktyabrya Street, 394006, Voronezh, Russian Federation)
Statistical Analysis and Complex Quality Criteria for Cement Problems of cement quality for factory production of building materials and structures, which include a high variability of indicators of their properties, low value of specific surface area, understated setting times, are characterized. According to the data on acceptance sampling, laboratories of the reinforced concrete products, factories of the city of Voronezh during the year made the statistical analysis of cement quality of different manufacturers on the basis of which the level of criterial cement properties for factory production was authentic assessed and compared. On the basis of the analysis of requirements of standard GOST P 50779.53–98 "Statistical methods. Acceptance sampling by variables for normal distribution. Part I. Known standard deviation" and GOST P ISO 12491–2011 "Building materials and components. Statistical methods for quality control" for the statistical method of cement quality control, complex quantitative criteria of cement quality assessment, which include the performance of regulatory level of non-conformities and quality reserves, are substantiated. Values of these criteria are calculated on the example of cement strength of different manufacturers and compared with the statistical analysis results. It is shown, that these criteria are objective, with statistical reliable characteristics of cement quality and can be proposed for enterprise-consumers as a criterion for selecting cement suppliers.
Keywords: cement, statistical analysis, quality criteria, normative level of non-conformities.
For citation: Slavcheva G.S. Statistical analysis and complex quality criteria for cement. Zhilishchnoe Stroitel'stvo [Housing Construction]. 2018. No. 3, pp. 60–64. (In Russian).
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Bill Bourne is a food service design build specialist who has seen nearly every facet of food service. Working in the industry since 1978, he has spent time as a dealer, designer, restaurant owner, and manufacturer's representative. He brings insight, flexibility, and open-mindedness to every job, and considers himself more of a facilitator and educator than a sales person.
Bill's niches are with independent restaurant foodservice operators and multi-unit chains that are interested in finding the most cost-effective approach to remodeling, reconstruction, furniture and equipment. He enjoys working with every customer and determining the most functional and efficient designs. Bill is especially skilled at sourcing the perfect piece of equipment, new and used.
Most recently, Bill has completed works in St. Louis for Sub Zero Vodka Bar, Gamlin Whiskey House, and Sugarfire Smoke House, and he is currently working on designs for the nationwide chain, Fuzzy's Taco Shop. In his spare time, Bill enjoys golf, cooking, and entertaining. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Florida.


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December is a good time to fly to Europe. If you didn't catch a deal on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, you can still catch some off-season dates before Christmas and New Year's. That means cheap flights, less people, and affordable accommodation. (Also, has anyone noticed how strong the dollar is to the Euro right now?)
One of the best reasons to hit up Europe this month is the proliferation of Christmas markets across the continent. You'll be able to gorge yourself on mulled wines, spicy cakes, fire roasted salmon, and an endless array of cured meats.
Below are some of our favorite Christmas markets around the continent that are worth the short daylight hours, cold weather, and a 6-9 hour flight across the Atlantic.
Innsbruck's Christmas in the Mountains — Innsbruck, Austria
In every small village dotted through the valleys of the Austrian alps, you'll find a Christkindlmarkt. They are joyous, festive affairs featuring plenty of mulled wine and the best spaetzle (think mac & cheese) that you'll ever taste. Oh, and there's also a pack of f*cking terrifying monsters called Krampus rampaging through the streets (mostly on Dec 7).
Innsbruck ups the Christkindl game dramatically with not one but six markts. The central market is right in the middle of the medieval town center, where crowds have been gathering to celebrate the season on the same cobbled streets for hundreds of years. Less than a mile away, the Market Square bazaar features a 46-foot-tall Christmas tree, bedecked with Swarovski crystals (the company is based just out of town and their trippy museum at the factory is an unexpected highlight).
If you go, try the winter punsch, the glüwein, and the aforementioned spaetzle — you're sure to feel the holiday spirit warming you from the inside out.
Bath Christmas Market — Bath, England
Bath is the England of yore. It's medieval. There are cathedrals. The pubs are quaint and full of black puddings and endless pints by the fire. You get the picture.
Bath's Christmas Market is often cited as the best in all of Britain. Sprawling out from Abbey Churchyard, you'll get all the Christmas-y aspects of the markets and still be in a country that speaks English. Sounds like a win.
Kerstmarkt — Brugge, Belgium
In Bruges was a great movie thanks, in no small part, to the beauty of the film's baroque location. Brugge's Kerstmarkt allows the Christmas reveler to explore the beauty of the city while enjoying all things Christmas and Belgian — like some of the best beer and waffles on earth.
Marché de Noël de Strasbourg — Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg straddles the border between France and Germany. In fact it's often been a German city. The city is steeped in diverse history, stunning architecture, and the best bits of French and German cuisine.
It's also known as France's Christmas capital, making Strasbourg the perfect destination for a fabulously idyllic French noël.
Christkindlesmarkt — Nuremberg, Germany
Bavaria is a stunning state in southern Germany — smashing beer, postcard perfect villages, and glorious alps make it a primo destination for any traveler. Choosing a Christmas market in Bavaria is no easy task, so we went with Germany's most respected and iconic market in the medieval old town of Nuremberg. Expect very large crowds. Luckily, the glühwein never stops flowing.
Kultur- und Weihnachtsmarkt Schloß Schönbrunn — Vienna, Austria
There are a lot of pros for visiting Austria: the alps, they invented schnitzel, Viennese cafe culture and the chocolate cake that comes with it. Also, it's a lot more affordable than it's neighbors.
Vienna's Schloß Schönbrunn is a gorgeous architectural stop that sparkles when the massive Christmas market opens up. And if you get too cold wandering the schnitzel and mulled wine stands, you can always pop in the palace for a tour.
Staroměstské náměstí — Prague, Czech Republic
Prague is probably best known for its well-preserved cobbled streets and delicious beer. Old Town Square throws up an array of little brown huts that bring the full Czech Christmas experience of beer and pork to the country's most beautiful city square. There are even blacksmiths working who'll make you a completely one-of-a-kind Christmas gift to bring home.
Tivoli — Copenhagen, Denmark
If you're a foodie, then Copenhagen is likely already near the top of your travel bucket list. But during the holiday season, it becomes a full-on culinary playground. Go to Tivoli, where they deck the halls like nobody's business for a Danish Christmas extravaganza.
One thing's for sure, the food and drink will be among the best in the world.
Vörösmarty tér Christmas Fair and Winter Festival — Budapest, Hungary
Hungary is a Magyar micro-culture surrounded by mostly Slavic nations — meaning the language, food, drink, and people are strikingly different than everyone around them. In Budapest during Christmas, this uniqueness is on full display at the Vörösmarty tér market where huge chunks of pork sit next to delightfully spicy and smokey sausages waiting to be washed down with copious amounts of Hungarian wine, or Tokaji.
Schloss Charlottenburg — Berlin, Germany
Germany is the land of Christmas markets. Every city, town, and village will have them. Most of the cities have a Christmas market in every neighborhood, meaning you can spend the day touring different markets getting ripped on mulled wine and fire-roasted ham.
Berlin has over a dozen great Christkindl Markts to choose from, but by far the most picturesque for your Instagram feed, and full of the best food is the market at Schloss Charlottenburg. Try the fire-roasted salmon on a baked potato and then wash it all down with a glühwein with a shot of Amaretto inside. Santa would be proud.
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Alt 106.7 To Launch In Monterey
Saul Levine's Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters continues it shakeup at its Monterey cluster.
In the past month Mount Wilson has flipped 97.9 KYZZ from Classical to Country, dropped a short-lived Jazz format on 1240 KNRY/106.7 K294CA for a simulcast of Classical 95.9 KMZT-FM/95.1 K236BK, and announced the acquisition of 103.9 KBOQ.
With 106.7 and 95.1 giving redundant coverage of Monterey, K294CA will flip to Alternative "Alt 106.7" on Monday, June 9. The station is currently stunting with a loop of 25 songs the new format will feature. Mount Wilson GSM Kane Biscaya told Monterey County Weekly, "We felt there was a big hole in the alternative rock market. There's no station really hitting the college, high school and even young adult markets right now and there's huge demand."
The 250 watt at 175.5 meter signal of K294CA puts a city-grade signal throughout Monterey, Seaside, Carmel, and Salinas (Coverage Map). Its programming will originate via 97.9 KYZZ-HD2.


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Johalla Projects created a disco party in the middle of the Camp Wandewaga woods. We borrowed the Black Keys' disco ball and their lighting designer built a 60' wall and hung 80+ disco balls from the trees. The DJ spun records from a giant bird nest.


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A wing and pop lover from Buffalo, NY Devan always knew she was meant to be a performer. From her first dance recital at the age of three she told her mom "I want to do this the rest of my life!" And that is exactly what she went on to do.
Devan graduated from Niagara University with a B.F.A. in Theatre Performance.
Currently Devan is traveling the US with the national tour of Wizard of Oz! She has also been lucky enough to sail the Caribbiean with Disney Cruise Line, and tour the country with Sesame Street Live. Other favorite credits include Jan-Grease, Bebe Benzenheimer-A Chorus Line, Phyllis Dale-42nd Street, Texas-Cabaret, Piggie-Piggie and Elephant We're in a Play! Snoopy-Charlie Brown Christmas, Mary Poppins.
Over the years Devan has found another passion of hers is teaching. As a faculty member of the Young Dancer Program at The School at Steps in NYC Devan has worked with children ages 2-8. Devan also can be found guest teaching around the country. If it wasn't for her amazing teachers growing up Devan wouldn't be the performer or teacher she is today.
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Enhanced protection for enhanced PCB performance
Conformal coatings are designed to protect printed circuit boards and related equipment from their environment. Typically applied at 25-75m, these coatings conform to the contours of the board allowing for excellent protection and coverage, ultimately extending the working life of the PCB.More info > Download product selector chart > Download product brochure >
The use of conformal coatings is particularly important in automotive, military, aerospace, marine, lighting, industrial and green energy applications. Due to the rapid expansion of the electronics industry, conformal coatings are also finding their way into the domestic and mobile electronics industries, providing the necessary combination of high performance and reliability within a vast array of electronic devices.
Conformal coatings can be used in a wide range of environments to protect printed circuit boards from moisture, salt spray, chemicals and temperature extremes in order to prevent corrosion, mould growth and electrical failures, for example. The protection provided by conformal coatings allows for higher power and closer track spacing, in turn enabling designers to meet the demands of miniaturisation and reliability.
Electrolube is among the world's foremost experts in the formulation and application of conformal coatings designed to meet international approvals (including European and American military specifications). The range of products currently available comprises acrylics, silicones, polyurethanes, hybrid chemistries and environmentally friendly options.
Electrolube can offer both transparent and pigmented coatings to improve or camouflage the appearance of printed circuit boards. The range also includes a number of ancillary products to complement the use of our conformal coatings, including thinners and removers, peelable coating masks and thixotropic materials for dam and fill applications.
Electrolubes Conformal Coatings Technical Director Phil Kinner recently wrote a micro e-book on conformal coatings for harsh environments. It's a great little insight into the selection, implementation and testing of protective coating process.
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Conformal coating standards are a series of specifications and tests which a coating must pass in order to be considered for use in certain environments such as Military or Automotive applications.
Most conformal coatings are either qualified to MIL-I-46058C or meet the requirements of the closely related IPC-CC-830B specification. In addition they may be recognised by Underwriters Laboratories, either as a permanent coating, in which case the flammability of the coating is assessed to UL94V0, or as a conformal coating, where the electrical properties will be assessed as part of the UL746E standard.
These tests all require flat coupons to be coated with the conformal coating in question and are subjected to a variety of temperature and humidity conditions to assess the material's properties. Whilst perfectly acceptable to assess the potential performance of the material, the actual protective capability of the coating in the end use environment is of greater concern to the user. The rest of this article will be devoted to understanding the issues that relate to end use performance in potentially corrosive environments.
Military Insulating Compound – this is a common standard used throughout the industry for conformal coating materials. While it has been inactive for new designs since 1998, it is still a standard often required by military contractors. The main advantage of MIL-I-46058C is that it requires independent testing by a MIL approved laboratory (although at least one conformal coating manufacturer is an approved test laboratory so not completely independent!) and the military maintains a Qualified Product List (QPL) drawn from successful independent test reports.
The UK Ministry of Defence standard – similar to the MIL-I-46058C this is a standard used by the British military for coatings used in high end electronics.
International Electrotechnical Commission. Whilst similar in requirements to MIL-I-46058C, this standard is based on supplier self-certification. Of course, an independent test laboratory can be used, but the IEC does not maintain a QPL.
IPC-CC-830B is closely related to MIL-I-46058C and was introduced to provide an alternative to the MIL spec when it was declared inactive. CC-830 is an active specification and is continually being updated. Once again, there is no requirement to use an independent test laboratory, and there is no QPL maintained for this specification. Materials qualified to MIL-I-46058C are automatically deemed to meet the requirements of IPC-CC-830B.
UL94 relates to the flammability or self-extinguishing nature of the conformal coating on an FR4 substrate. V-0 is the highest classification that can be achieved, with other categories such as V-1 and V-2 denoting materials that burn for longer durations.
UL746E is composed of a series of dielectric breakdown evaluations in addition to the UL94 flammability testing, and is intended to denote products that can be safely used on products that are required to meet UL safety standards. By documenting the use of UL recognised materials throughout the design, manufacturers can avoid the requirement to test their device to the applicable UL safety standards.
Here at Electrolube we believe that it is everyone's responsibility, both individually, and as a business look after the world in which we all inhabit. Our R&D team are always looking at ways to minimise our environmental impact and we have several groundbreaking products as a result.
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'Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) means any compound of carbon, excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides or carbonates and ammonium carbonate, which participates in atmospheric photochemical reactions.'
'Any organic compound with a boiling point less than or equal to 250˚C at a standard pressure of 101.3 kPa.'
Previously the directive referred to the definition as 'Any organic compound, having at 20˚C a vapour pressure of 0.01KPa or more, or having corresponding volatility under the particular conditions of use'.
As stated on the European Commission website, either method is suitable:
'The "boiling point approach" was adopted for Directive 2004/42/CE because during negotiations Member States were generally more in favour of this definition of VOCs than the "vapour pressure approach" definition in Directive 1999/13/EC. The main reason is that the boiling point of a substance is easier to identify (and presumably more data are available) than the vapour pressure at room temperature of the same substance. Nevertheless, the results of the two approaches for any one substance are, to the knowledge of the EU Commission, in most cases identical.'
Products such as the Electrolube water-based coatings help to keep VOC levels to an absolute minimum without compromising on performance:
Electrolube are continually developing 'greener' technologies, helping to minimise solvent emissions and their impact on the environment.
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The Perfect Puzzle Set by Hailey Bugs Closet/
Today we take a look at a great new upcycling pattern from Hailey Bugs Closet: The Perfect Puzzle Set. Now I am the girl who can not say no to an upcycling project - so you will be SHOCKED to find out that I made my dress out of fresh off the bolt gorgeous Riley Blake knit that I got from Whimsical Fabric. It was just the perfect combination of fabrics and was begging me to make it into this dress.
I was able to complete this dress in about an hour - now I work with knits a lot and have done similar dresses in the past, but it really just is that simple to make! I love the option of the double tired skirt, and chose to make one solid and one paneled to incorporate all of the fabrics.
This is the size 3 on my daughter who fits solidly in a RTW 3... she is broad shouldered and barrel chested, so if you have a girl with a daintier build, make sure you check the measurement chart to ensure you are making the right size. I love the length on this, perfect to wear with bloomers or leggings.
This pattern also includes instructions for making just a shirt or for making just a skirt as well - so great versatility in one pattern. If you are looking to try your hand at a knit project, or have some old T-shirts that you wanted to work on an upcycle for, definitely consider giving the Perfect Puzzle a try!
Now here are Melissa and Theresa with all the nitty gritty details and a tone of variations on this pattern for your viewing pleasure!
Hello fellow PDF fans, Melissa VerHulst here from Three Dutch Divas.
I am so excited to share a review of the new upcycle
knit pattern from Hailey Bugs Closet.
It's called The Perfect Puzzle Set and can be found HERE!!!!
This adorable pattern comes in size ranges 12months to a girls size 12!! As if that huge size range is not enticing enough, this pattern includes a dress, a shirt and a skirt!! As an infomercial would say... bu-bu-bu-BUT WAIT, theres more! With the dress you have the option of a single skirt, layered skirt or a skirt made from panels! With the dress and shirt you get the options of making it sleeveless, short sleeved, long sleeved or layered short over long sleeve.
Here are a few images of sleeve options.
There is truly a different option to fit every style. As a mother of 3 girls I LOVE that! I constantly find myself buying patterns that I know I will only make for one of them. It was refreshing to get ONE PATTERN that I could use for all of them!!! Not only did it fit all of their sizes, I was able to tailor it to their individual style as well.
I was able to upcycle a super cute shirt with this pattern for my little punker princess.
With a small modification I was also able to customize the back of it to truly fit her little trendy style!
My littlest lady wanted a comfy princes dress, so a snow white inspired Perfect Puzzle upcycle was necessary.
She also idolizes her brother and wants to play baseball just like him. To show off her tom boy side, I turned to the same pattern to make her a dress she could wear to cheer her brother on at his baseball games..... GO ROYALS!!!!
Finally my tweenage drama queen. I never get to sew for her because she is such a picky little fashionista. Here is another reason to call the puzzle set PERFECT. Armed with this pattern, I was able to sew up a dress that delighted my biggest critic. Apparently this dress is "totes adorable" and she already wants more! Score one for mama... FINALLY!
The pattern pieces for this gem are printed over a light graph that makes it easy and simple to construct.
It was correctly named the perfect puzzle because the pieces all go together flawlessly and sew up quick!
I admit I own several upcycle patterns and I have either never used them, or made them once and never touched them again! I find that over kill of options makes them muddled and hard to interpret. This pattern was so straight forward and the instructions are so clearly worded that even an ambitious beginner could sew this up if they were willing to try!!
I can't STOP using this pattern!! BEWARE... this pattern leads to the obsessive urge to upcycle everything!
If your not into all the upcycle jazz, it is a GREAT overall pattern for knits! With one pattern you can sew up a dress, shirt, or simple skirt. I am making my daughters tons of summer tank tops using the sleeveless shirt pattern! I already have a stack of solid colors that will go with everything all cut out on the cutting table waiting to be sewn up, so I'm out of here!!
If your talking trendy, versatile and bang for your buck, you cannot beat the Perfect Puzzle Set!
homeschooling mom of six. I taught myself to sew about three years ago and I sew and pattern test
every free moment that I get. I am happy to be back to review for Pattern Revolution again. This time,I had the pleasure of testing and reviewing The Perfect Puzzle Set by Hailey Bugs Closet Patterns. Let me just say, this is an awesome, must have pattern!
The Perfect Puzzle Pattern Set is intended to be used with knit fabrics only. If you are new to sewing with knits, have no fear! There are tips, tricks and hints included for sewing with knits. The tutorial is thorough, clear and easy to follow. The instructions are very detailed. There are clear, step-by-step photos to aid in the understanding of these instructions. This pattern is great for all sewing levels.
The tutorial/pattern downloaded and printed easily. There are easy printing and assembly instructions included. The pattern pieces are very well drafted. They matched up perfectly and are nested, color coded, and clearly marked for each of the different sizes for easy cutting. There is a size chart with measurements to help you pick the perfect size and a chart of fabric requirements for each size. A large range of sizes are included in this pattern: 12 months – 11/12! You will use this pattern for years.
There are so many options in the Perfect Puzzle Pattern Set! It includes the patterns and instructions for making a dress, a skirt and a top, as well as hints on making a peplum tunic. The dress/shirt has an empire bodice with a patchwork construction using multiple fabrics but hints are included for making the bodice all one piece. The dress flounce or skirt can be made with a single fabric panel or with 8 panels in multiple fabrics. There are even hints on how to construct it with 16 panels. Since this pattern includes these instructions for piecing fabrics together it is great for upcycling or using up those left over scrap fabrics! You can get creative mixing and matching patterns and prints. You can piece them together with hidden seams or exposed seams.
The skirt is made with flounces, so no gathering. I LOVE flounces! There are two flounce lengths and you can do a single or double layer flounce with or without the optional ruffle. With all the sleeve options, this is a great all season pattern set! It can be made sleeveless, short sleeve, long sleeve or even with a double layer sleeve. You can choose to finish the sleeves with a hem, a cuff or binding. With all the options, each dress or set will be a special one of a kind creation!
I made the dress with a single fabric bodice with hemmed short sleeves and a single layer flounce
finished with a rolled hem. I also made the shirt in long sleeves paired with a single flounce skirt without the ruffle. I am thrilled with the final garments and so is my daughter. They fit true to size and look so cute on! I love the stylish look and my daughter loves how comfortable and fun they are. This was such a fun sew! I will definitely be making more of these!


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"There are big differences between us and staffed land trusts," says Shelly Tichy, president of the all-volunteer Westmoreland Conservancy in Murrysville, Pennsylvania. "We do everything from our homes except when the board meets at the community library. Everything that we accomplish is a feat because it entails people working together who are not in an office. We do the work in our spare time. We have to coordinate busy schedules. You can see why we can't get upset and we can't give absolute deadlines. We have to be flexible."
Shelly Tichy and the other two board members members in the country, 15,000 strong. But they are also part of a unique subset: those who run a land trust without staff. Of the 1,699 state and local land trusts included in the 2010 Land Trust Census, 914 reported no full-time or part-time staff, indicating that 54% of the land trusts in America are run entirely by volunteers.
Despite very concrete differences, though, staffed and all-volunteer land trusts share a deep bond to the communities in which they save land. Otherwise, they could not do what they do.
"The bulk of our membership is local," says Shelly. are. We're all interwoven. We want the best community that we can possibly create."
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Shelly comes by her love of nature through her grandparents. "I was born in Detroit and grew up in cities, but my grandparents had a cottage on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The first time I ever saw a wild orchid was up there," says Shelly. "There was so much beauty I didn't see in the city."
Her immediate involvement with Westmoreland Conservancy came about because the land directly across the street from her home in Pennsylvania, a target for development, was gifted to the conservancy. "That was what got me involved at the level I'm at now."
In her fourth year as president (and her tenth on the board), Shelly says, "I'm very fortunate because the board that is seated right now is one of the most dynamic groups I've ever worked with, either in a professional or volunteer setting."
Most people in her community, though, know Shelly from her years of teaching ballroom dancing. "I just retired after 30 years of teaching, 20 in this area. My competitive 'Dancing with the Stars' days are way past," she says with a laugh.
She also volunteers at the assisted living facility where her grandmother lived. "I created a music and memory program that I've been doing for 10 years now," says Shelly. "I bring tambourines, maracas and bells that the residents can make joyful noise with. I create CDs out of my collection of songs I think they will remember. I'll play something like 'Que Sera Sera,' and as soon as the song is over, I ask who sang it, what movie it's from, who directed the movie, and so on."
She tells about one person in particular who had stopped communicating because of Alzheimer's. "One day I played a particular song, and she sang it with me! It was 'I Love you Baby' by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The experience heals me every bit as much as it heals them."
She also knows how healing nature can be to her community, and will stand up to those who threaten tremendous amount of controversy over 'fracking' right now." Shelly admits to a bit of stealth when attending the meetings of the drilling company. "I walk in wearing 5" stiletto heels, a short skirt and a long leather coat. They don't connect me to the conservancy right away. I'm not looking like 'nature girl.'" What's important, she says, is that Westmoreland Conservancy's properties provide a buffer to some of the drilling.
"By preserving green space we give people a place for recreation. We hold an annual 'Caching with the Conservancy' event to draw people to the land. We joined up with the municipality to create a five-mile trail that crosses Murrysville from east to west. It took 17 years of planning and acquiring key properties. Don Harrison, a former president, got the ball rolling when he went up in a plane and could see a corridor that could be preserved. The Don Harrison Community Trail opened last June."
If asked four years ago when she thought would be an appropriate time to hire staff, Shelly says she might have said "soon." She has changed her mind. "I have a tremendous board that works very well together. When you have people who are passionate about the same thing, you don't need staff. It might be nice, it might take some load off of us, but that's not who we are."
Bill Lindemann
"In a state where 94% of all land is privately owned, protecting land often remains a poorly known concept," says Bill Lindemann, president of the Hill Country Land Trust in Texas. "Remedies include education, following leads and making contacts. The land trust must first promote its mission in the community, and then convince landowners that land conservation is a worthwhile undertaking."
Bill grew up on a small Texas farm where he connected with the land and its wildlife — birds, mammals and wildflowers. "I was the first in my family to go to college," he says. "I studied geology and spent 32 years as an exploration geologist traveling to all corners of our planet."
His travels took him to places where land and wildlife were cherished, and places where they were not. "I saw dramatic examples of what can happen to ecosystems when conservation values are not respected."
After retiring, Bill moved to the biologically diverse Texas Hill Country. "I had time to pursue becoming a naturalist, learning about wildlife and using that information to educate others about conserving our natural heritage."
He also became a writer. As a weekly newspaper columnist, he's been able to share his passion about birding. "After 15 years of writing, I still have not run out of topics to share with my readers!"
When the local tourist bureau asked him to write a piece for their website to attract birders to the Hill Country, "I realized that there were no local designated, accessible places for birders to find interesting birds. I began a process to develop a nature center in Fredericksburg that could be used as an education opportunity to promote not only birds, but also the Hill Country's great diversity of wildlife."
With the help of many friends, Bill developed a nature area in the Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park on a portion that had been described as "waste property." Twelve years later, the nature area is a top draw to the park, with over 250 species of wildflowers and 174 species of birds found on the 15 acres.
In 2003, Bill was asked to join the Hill Country Land Trust. The all-volunteer organization serves 19 counties and has conserved more than 4,800 acres with 16 donatedconservation easements. "We have a very dedicated board of directors," he says.
The Hill Country community is under intense development pressure as more and more people (retirees and visitors) want to live in a scenic and culturally interesting part of the state. The land trust offers landowners a way to conserve their land through donated easements. "Having local, respected community members on the board gives us credibility in promoting land conservation," says Bill. "Communities are often looking for ways to promote their economies; however, this can impact land, water and wildlife resources both positively and negatively. A land trust can offer a balance between development and conservation." Bill says that one donated easement may inspire a neighbor landowner to seriously consider a similar action. "For example, a group of conservation-minded landowners in the Pedernales River watershed invited other landowners in the watershed to attend meetings where the long-term values of protecting the quality of the water and the wildlife were discussed. Easement donors within the watershed were invited to encourage other landowners to follow their example."
Many communities in the Hill Country are setting up nature centers, as Bill's did in Fredericksburg. He says that establishing credibility begins initially by successfully completing small projects and publicizing them in the community. "Having my local community leaders go from skepticism to full support regarding a project, and then seeking my support on related projects is gratifying."
He is also gratified by seeing a dream become reality. "Seeing people of all ages appreciate and enjoy nature as they walk the trails is a lasting reward."
Betty Ann Ralston
On the farm where she grew up, Betty Ann Ralston's mother would take her children on walks and point out trees and plants. "She loved botany," says Betty Ann. "I assumed I wasn't paying much attention, but when I grew up I discovered I knew the names of a lot of things because she had pointed them out to me."
She says her father was conservation-minded as well. "During the 1950s he incorporated conservation practices, such as contour farming, on some of his fields." Years later Betty Ann put to use what she learned from her parents while organic gardening with her husband. Then, in 1991, an acquaintance asked her to attend a meeting of the Land Conservancy of Lake County (LCLC) in Illinois. Twenty-one years later she is the president.
"Lake County is in the upper northeast corner of the state, on the shores of Lake Michigan," says Betty Ann. "Several of our protected properties are lovely woods or wetlands. I fell in love with this area, and I want future generations to see it as i do now."
As with other all-volunteer land trusts, LCLC works primarily by accepting donations of land or conservation easements. And also like others, its board members have close ties to the community.
"I belong to the Junior Women's Club, I'm a planning commissioner for the village of Antioch, I recently joined the historical society, and I volunteer with the local food pantry," says Betty Ann.
The land trust has within its mission the goal of "increased student and citizen awareness and appreciation of the natural environment through public education and stewardship."
"We involve middle schools in one area," says Betty Ann. "The students help us raise prairie plants in their school greenhouse, then we hold a field day at least once a year so they can plant them on one of our properties."
Betty Ann says the school kids love getting out in the country for a day. "We have contests, like pulling mustard weed. They bring their lunches and sit in the woods and meadows. This is their opportunity to get out in the fresh air, feel the earth and get some exercise. With programs being cut, I don't think many children have the chance to enjoy the outdoors during school anymore."
The land trust also works with local community colleges. "One of our four board members is a teacher, and he involves some of his students in doing volunteer work. They get credit and we get help," she says.
Despite the outreach to their community, Betty Ann says she doesn't think the land trust is well Facebook."
Betty Ann says they are also hurting for board members. "We give talks at other groups' events and we reach out in other ways, but everybody is busy. Volunteer groups in this area complain about shortages of board members."
Betty Ann touches on a concern of the entire land trust community: "We need somehow to reach beyond the usual pool of people."
She reflects on how she cares for her own backyard, a microcosm of sorts of the greater community. "We provide a refuge for the birds, animals and plants, a space they can call their own. I like my yard; it's not big at all, but I love working in the flower beds. We get our pleasures here. One day a hawk landed on the deck railing. He was 10 feet away from me. I froze like the squirrels, watching, mesmerized."


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SHOPPING for a camera used to be a fairly simple proposition, even just a couple of years ago. Sure, there were a lot of models, but you were either buying a cheap and compact point-and-shoot digital camera or an expensive and big digital camera with interchangeable lenses, known as a digital single-lens reflex.
Now smartphone cameras are so good that point-and-shoot cameras seem almost redundant. (I said almost. There are good reasons to own them that I'll get into below.) A D.S.L.R. can make you look like a tourist, and its array of controls can be overwhelming.
This feeling of confusion about what camera to get — or whether you even need a camera other than your phone — is contributing to flagging sales. Camera shipments across all categories (other than phones) were down 40 percent in 2013, according to the Camera and Imaging Products Association, a trade group that regularly tracks camera sales.
Camera makers are more than aware of these changes to their industry. And they realize that a camera phone isn't the best option for many occasions. So in recent years, they have created a new category of camera, one that offers a mix of attributes — a device that produces higher-quality pictures than a point-and-shoot while being less bulky and less expensive than most D.S.L.R. options.
These cameras — so-called mirrorless cameras — do add another type of camera to consider. But the end result might be a camera that's much closer to what you actually need, and therefore one you might frequently use.
While mirrorless cameras are usually about the same size as a point-and-shoot digital camera, they're actually closer in spirit and technology to a D.S.L.R. First, like a D.S.L.R., they have interchangeable lenses. They also have image sensors that are nearly the same size as those found in D.S.L.R.s and many times larger than the ones in a point-and-shoot camera.
Image sensors, much more than megapixels, are the true path to image quality. A larger sensor means a camera is capable of much higher-quality images than compact cameras, and far better quality than camera phones. The bigger the sensor, the better the results in low-light shooting situations, and the more control you will have over depth of field. That last feature is what gives you those photos only the pros seem to pull off, where the people or objects in the front of the frame are in focus while everything behind them is pleasingly soft.
The major difference between a mirrorless camera and a D.S.L.R. is the physical design.
In a digital single-lens reflex camera, the term "reflex" refers to the fact that a mirror inside the camera reflects light from the lens to the viewfinder, so that what you are looking at actually represents how the photo will look when you take it.
Then, when you click the shutter — that is, take a picture — the mirror moves up and out of the way, and the light from the lens hits the image sensor. (It's more complicated than that, but that's the gist.)
A mirrorless camera uses an electronic viewfinder or the camera's LCD screen to create a "live preview" of the shot, rather than a true mirror image. The previews are still pretty accurate, especially when it comes to color, but some pros still prefer the so-called optical viewfinder on a D.S.L.R.
The mirroring system is large, so mirrorless cameras can be significantly smaller than D.S.L.R.s. They're not as easy to slip into a pocket as a point-and-shoot because of the lens size, but they're pretty small.
I recently tried out the Fujifilm X-T1, a 16-megapixel mirrorless camera that is meant to be as good as a D.S.L.R. and that costs more than most low-end D.S.L.R.s and even some midrange models. It retails for $1,300 without a lens and $1,800 bundled with a Fujifilm 18-55mm lens. I found it almost too much camera for me but quite pleasant to use nonetheless.
The camera has a retro design that puts most of the manual control dials on the top. There's something very satisfying about "dialing in" the right photo. It has a tiltable three-inch LCD viewfinder on the back with a crisp screen that is noticeably nicer than the one on my D.S.L.R. (a Canon EOS Rebel T2i).
The photos were amazing, as they should be for a camera at this price. But the X-T1's auto mode shooting didn't blow me away. I'm not a photography snob, and I know that a lot of casual photographers want a nice camera that takes great photos without all the fussing.
The autofocus is fast, though, and the camera wasn't stumped by low light or moving objects. The camera has a weather-resistant body and Wi-Fi, with a companion app that lets you browse and upload photos from your phone, which I love.
But then there is the size — what is supposed to be a top selling point of a mirrorless camera. The X-T1 is barely more compact than my D.S.L.R. and only an ounce or so lighter (15.4 ounces against 16.8 ounces for the Canon).
And even with that heft, I wasn't impressed with the battery life. With those faults, I find the price hard to stomach.
For a more affordable comparison, I tried the Sony Alpha NEX 5T, which was released in September 2013 and can be found online for about $550. It lacks the panache of the X-T1, but the $1,100 price difference makes it worth a look.
The camera's body is almost hilariously small: At about 4.5 inches wide and under 3 inches tall, this thing is all lens. That makes it more pocketable, but also not as rugged, so you will want to be a bit more delicate. Because of its size, you won't need a stand-alone camera bag — I would feel comfortable putting it in a backpack as long as the lens cap was on.
I found the focus to be fast, the image quality good and the video quality excellent. The camera has built-in Wi-Fi and near-field communication for wireless transfer to Android phones that support that technology. Unfortunately, the camera body is so small that there's no viewfinder, and its flash, like the X-T1's, isn't connected — it's an attachable add-on that's going to be all too easy to lose.
You'll find just about every variation of mirrorless camera in between the two I tried. Most major camera makers now produce them, including Canon, Samsung, Nikon and Pentax; a Sony spokesman said many people consider mirrorless cameras the future of photography.
In my experience, the Fujifilm X-T1 is a dream camera for anyone who is looking to step into more serious photography or as a companion camera for a pro. For a cheaper alternative, I would actually look at the even older Nex 6; it has a similar price and is ever so slightly more polished than the NEX 5T.
As a category, mirrorless cameras are certainly intriguing. The idea of D.S.L.R.-caliber photos in a compact package is a good sell, because size, weight and the need for a separate bag are the reasons my D.S.L.R. doesn't get out of the house much.
But if you're going to be serious about photography and are willing to spend $1,000 or more on a camera, a D.S.L.R. still offers the best bang for the buck and the best photo quality available.
And keep in mind: There are perfectly good reasons to carry a compact point-and-shoot — many of them are now drop- and water-resistant. That's great for swimming and snorkeling or for handing off to the children, and you can get them for about $300.
A true all-purpose camera kit still probably contains a smartphone, a rugged point-and-shoot with Wi-Fi (the key to ensuring that photos don't stay on the camera forever) and a low- to midrange D.S.L.R. that costs $1,000 to $1,500. But a higher-quality shooter that subtracts one camera from that equation is mighty tempting.
Mirrorless compact cameras, new as they are, haven't been immune to the decline in camera sales; they made a strong debut in 2011, sold well in 2012 and leveled off in 2013. But to my mind, the category still has promise if you want more than a phone but less than a big, bulky camera bag. Are they the future of photography? Perhaps not, but these cameras are still worth a look.


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In my Production Methods class we were given the opportunity to create our own brand and identity. We needed to create a stationary set that included designed resume, letterhead, thank you note, envelopes, and a business card. I started with my resume and business card designs. My business card focuses on the negative space in my name and the fun shapes that are formed from them. I used a laser cutter to get the perfect cut.


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Road Trippin: Kauai
I know I've said it before, but my little family loves the beach and ocean. From watching the sunset to playing in the sand, the Sims / Stuber clan is ALL in. I'm so happy Brooks loves the beach just as much as his Mommy and Daddy do.
I adore Hawaii. Each island has its own special magic and Kauai is one of my favorites. Did you know that the center of the island receives the MOST rainfall in the world? Taking that fact into account, just imagine how beautiful and lush the island is. Clearly, that is why they call it the garden island.
Driving in Kauai, you are immediately forced to leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind (which is a good thing), as many of Kauai's roads are only two lanes. There are many bridges that are only ONE lane. The local protocol is to yield to the cars that approached first and then let 5-7 cars pass for each turn. I found a driving cheat sheet which was really helpful.
The Ultimate Kauai guidebook is awesome. What was even better is that they also have an app that has GPS. You can always find the closest restaurant, shop, or shave ice purveyor. I had downloaded the book to my Kindle, which was great to read in preparation for the trip but for boots on the ground, vacation traversing, I would definitely get the app. I found their reviews and recommendations pretty spot on. Take heed of the restaurant reviews if they tell you that a place is good only for a specific mealtime. We accidentally hit a spot for lunch that they only recommended for breakfast, and the meal wasn't awful, I just wished we paid more attention.
Hawaii's official state bird is the Hawaiian Goose, but if you've been to Kauai you would beg to differ because the island is filled with wild roosters that the locals and tourists alike share a love / hate relationship. I think they add to the local island charm, but your love will run thin if you get one of these buddies crowing outside your hotel window at all hours of the night. There are tons of tourist trinkets and souvenirs celebrating everything rooster. I promise there will be at least one of your photos dedicated to our feral-feathered friends.
The time of year you are visiting will dictate where you are going to spend most of your time on the island. For example, the Na Pali coast is breathtaking and I would suggest a boat trip to properly view it, but in January you would be hammered with waves, would be miserable and most likely seasick. The ultimate guidebook is excellent at telling you what times of year are best for specific attractions.
Located on the northern most tip of Kauai, the Daniel K. Inouye Kilauea Point lighthouse was built in 1913. The lighthouse served as a beacon to for traveling ships until the '70s. This now wildlife preserve is a sanctuary for seabirds. A gorgeous vantage point (they even have binoculars that you can borrow) that you can see humpback whales off the coast from December to May.
Waimea Canyon
Called the Grand Canyon of Hawaii, this spot is absolutely worth the drive! To be completely honest, the drive itself was stunning as well. My only warning is watch the fog. We drove up once and you could barely see in front of your face. We drove back down and had lunch (stay tuned for that delicious morsel) and while we were eating, the sun came back out, so we made the decision to drive back up the mountain and it was 100% worth it. Nature at its finest.
Now about that delicious lunch we had…
Island Taco in Waimea is a small homey street stand that does not fool around. The food is to die for and as a girl who lives in California who knows her way around a taco, I give this place two thumbs up. We had the Kalua Pork tacos (Hawaii's version of pulled pork) and I should have just ordered one they're so large. They also have these amazing fried cinnamon crisps that are ridiculously good. You should try them. You are on vacation after all!!
Something a little fancy…
St Regis Princeville:The bar is an incredibly beautiful spot to relax and enjoy a cocktail. Sunsets out on the patio are truly gorgeous. When we arrived the patio was jammed with people wanting to watch their ritual of sabering champagne at sunset, so we had to sit indoors. There are huge glass windows so everyone has a view. There is a gorgeous mural behind the bar that depicts the ancient Hawaiian ceremony of oahi, or fire throwing. Definitely worth a peek!
Shave ice… oh My!!
A very important necessity for island living is this tropical treat. For me at least!! Shave ice is taken very seriously in Hawaii. Don't call it "shaved ice" as that is considered sacrilege. On initial look, you may want to consider this sweet majesty a snow cone. Not so! Shave ice is more like the snow cone's exotic and prettier cousin.
The possible flavor combinations of shave ice are almost limitless and people can be particular with exactly how they like their shave ice served. Because I'm always willing to give the readers what they want (the best darn shave ice, right?!?!) I sampled many shave ices (is that the plural form?) to be able to tell you with certainty exactly where you should go. First, there is an important decision to be made. What flavor of ice cream should be at the bottom of your shave ice? Macadamia nut of course! Or as we say in the islands, "Mac" ice cream, see I'm sooo local already!
My favorite shave ice would have to be Hee Fat's General Store. Located right on the main drag in Kapaa, this is the place you don't want to miss. They have so many choices to choose from its really hard. That being said, you really need to try a lava flow!
Even though the first Mai Tai was created in the mainland (Oakland, California), the Hawaiian Islands have definitely laid a claim to the delicious layered rum cocktail. If the shave ice escapade is not your speed, perhaps Mai Tai tasting is more your style. We sampled (always for my readers), and the fav, fav, fav Mai Tai in Kauai was courtesy of Duke's and a close second was the one from the very yummy restaurant, Gaylords. I tell you a little more about that restaurant later in the post.
Dog Day afternoon!
As someone who is a HUGE proponent of animal rescue, I thought this fun travel tidbit was perfect for my animal kingdom loving family. Called the PT Field Trip Program, this unique opportunity lets you "borrow" a dog for the day from the local shelter! Giving the dog a chance to exercise, socialize and hopefully been seen by others to get adopted. Read more and please consider donating to this innovative program.
There are so many beaches to see and my first instinct was to rent snorkeling gear and get to it. Not knowing the island and remembering the fact that some beaches are more dangerous at various times of the year, we decided to do a snorkel tour. I'm so glad we did. The Original Aloha Kauai Tours is definitely my recommendation for snorkeling. Our tour leader, Paul, is all kinds of sassy and irreverent, but incredibly knowledgeable about the island and marine life. He's also a great photographer and can help you move beyond your disposable waterproof camera. He posts the pics from your trip on their Facebook page so you can get some great shots. There is just something absolutely magical watching a sea turtle cruise by you. I swear for a moment, time stood still.
A little something for everyone in your family…
The Kauai plantation and railwayat the beautiful and historic Kilohana plantation is the perfect place for your entire travel crew. Enjoy a train ride that is fun for your littles, as well as weary parent feet. Relax happily while your guide points out more than 50 fruits and vegetables that grow on the plantation.
The plantation also is home to many shops that support local artists. Yay shopping!! This is also a perfect place for an afternoon visit, especially to have lunch at Gaylords. Let me just say that their rendition of mud pie is divine.
I could go on and on about my love of the Hawaiian Islands. An incredible paradise and every island is absolutely worth a visit. My best travel tips are to check out guidebooks and great travel sites like TripAdvisor and then plan your trip around your family's likes. Where are YOUR favorite places to go in Kauai? Tell me EVERYTHING!!!


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There is a LOT of change and uncertainty at the moment. Elections in Australia and the USA and Brexit rocking the world. We are reminded at every turn that change is afoot and it can be very unsettling, even downright terrifying.
At best, all the thinking, analysis, reading and talking about these events leads us to be well informed and active citizens. At worst it becomes just another horrifying spectacle, leaving people stressed and distressed, with nothing to show for it except sleepless nights.
With this in mind, here are five steps to getting your head and body in the right space to be sane and useful.


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The Decatur Daily ran a story on our farm a few days ago. Go here to read the story.
A special thanks to Catherine Godbey @DecaturLiving, and John Godbey for the wonderful story and images.
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IKRAM UK and Eire has launched a new website and announced it's "think tank" and "journalism club" so we can expect a probable tie in and alliance with the shinners/Alliance Party etc.
The domain address suggests that RARELABS a company in New York has been hired for the build and it looks like the website is under construction.
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Nigeria's music sensation, David Adeleke aka Davido has said that he'll soon be releasing a statement and footage on his friend Tagbo Umeike's demise.
Davido, 24, in his statement on Instagram said that he has avoided speaking on the incident out of respect for Tagbo and his family.
"Enough is enough. God bless you guys!! Everyone be safe please!!" he wrote.
This is coming after the release of the autopsy report which stated that the deceased had died from a combination of drugs and alcohol.
Lagos police commissioner Edgar Imohimi in a press briefing on Monday, said Davido has been reinvited for questioning. He said that Davido's previous statement had said that his driver and two others dropped Tagbo's body at the hospital and left.
According to Imohimi, the star had told the police he had left Shisha Bar for DNA Night Club in Victoria Island without the deceased and was only informed by mutual friends of his death while he was at DNA.
However, investigation revealed that Davido's white Toyota Hilux escort driver, Tunde Usutu, accompanied by one Agbeje Olaoye and one Idris Busari, both Davido's friends, took the deceased to the General Hospital Lagos and abandoned him in his vehicle on the instruction of Davido.
Davido was recently awarded the AFRIMA 2017 Artist of the year accolade.
Full autopsy report
The Medical Examiner's Office autopsy has revealed that alcohol was a substantial factor in the death of a 35-year-old Tagbo Umeike, the friend of Davido who died on his birthday.
The result also showed that he had alcohol and drugs in his system capable of easing a person into the early stages of hypothermia and eventual death.
The toxicology tests detected alcohol (Bacardi 151, 75.5% Alcohol) and topiramate, a medication for epilepsy and/or migraines in a man's system, in Tagbo Umeike.'
Tagbo's blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) was at 0.112, higher than the 0.08 legal limit for normal human being state, the coroner's office stated.
While his family claims that Tagbo "didn't have a prescription for any type of topiramate medication", the coroner's office stated that the amount of drug in Tagbos' system was in the "therapeutic range."
A statement by the coroner's office said, "Alcohol and topiramate are synergistic. When combined, the effect of either or both drugs is enhanced."
"Topiramate, like alcohol, can cause dizziness, impaired memory, impaired concentration, poor coordination, confusion and impaired judgment.
"Central nervous system depression, or impairment, combined with cold exposure can hasten the onset of hypothermia and death."