Steel Shot, Steel Grit, Grinding Ball manufacturer / supplier in China, offering China Steel Shot Supplier for S70-S780 with ISO 9001 and SAE, China Steel Shot S460 Supplier, SAE J444 Steel Shot S70, S110, S130, S170, S230, S280, S330, S390, S460, S550, S660, S780 and so on.
|Business Type:||Manufacturer/Factory, Group Corporation|
|Main Products:||Steel Shot , Steel Grit , Grinding Ball , Grinding Cylpebs , Steel Cut Wire Shot , Brake Disc , ...|
|Registered Capital:||10000000 RMB|
|Plant Area:||>2000 square meters|
|Management System Certification:||ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF16949|
|Average Lead Time:||
Peak season lead time: one month
Off season lead time: within 15 workdays
Established in June 2000, East Industries Limited is a professional manufacturer and exporter of Metal Abrasives, Grinding Ball and Auto Parts in China, with the annual output of 160, 000 metric tons. Our products main export to more than 30 countries and regions around the world, such as Australia, Korea, USA, Turkey, Japan, Columbia, Philippines, Italy and The Middle East...
As a large industrial group, our company has advanced equipment and flawless quality detection system, our all products have obtained ISO9001 international quality standard and are currently exporting 60% of our production to worldwide.
Our main products are Metal Abrasives, Grinding Ball and Auto Parts:
1. METAL ABRASIVES: Cast steel shot, cast steel grit, steel cut wire shot
2. GRINDING BALL: Forging grinding ball, chrome alloyed casting iron ball, grinding cylpebs
3. Auto Parts: Brake Disc, Brake Drum, Brake Pad
We sincerely welcome customers form worldwide to come to contact us and also will supply you high quality products, competitive prices, timely delivery and satisfactory service. We are looking forward to forming successful business relationship in the near future.
|Product Name||Units Produced (Previous Year)|
|Metal Abrasives||50000 Tons|
|Grinding Ball||80000 Tons|
|Brake Parts||100000 Tons|


Putnam, CT, USA – (January 11, 2016) – Foster Corporation, a leader in performance polymer solutions for healthcare markets, has been appointed as a North American distributor of Solvay’s Udel® polysulfone (PSU) and Radel® polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) resins for healthcare markets. This will include unmodified polymers and standard color formulations currently offered by Solvay. Foster also offers custom compounding of polysulfone formulations, including custom colors, for specific application requirements.
Solvay’s medical-grade Udel® PSU is a rigid, high-strength, transparent polymer that offers higher heat resistance and better hydrolytic stability than polycarbonate. It retains its mechanical properties when exposed to steam and other sterilization techniques. Radel® PPSU is an extremely tough, transparent polymer that can withstand more than 1,000 cycles of steam sterilization without significant loss of properties. These polysulfone polymers are frequently used for medical applications that require resistance to repeated sterilization, such as instrument trays and surgical handles.
Foster’s new role as distributor of Udel® PSU and Radel® PPSU resins, including standard color formulations, will not affect Solvay’s current order fulfillment policies or its existing relationship with other distributors. Solvay Specialty Polymers will continue to accept and fill orders that are 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) or greater. Foster will fulfill orders and provide technical support to healthcare customers who require smaller quantities of standard Solvay grades.
“Solvay’s standard grades of polysulfones are in high demand for reusable medical devices. Additionally, device companies are increasingly evaluating material formulations that provide differentiated colors and performance characteristics,” said Larry Johnson, Executive Vice President at Foster Corporation. “Our expertise in polymer distribution of standard grades and custom compounding specialty formulations is unique and provides the most comprehensive polysulfone polymer solutions in the industry.”
For more information about Udel® PSU and Radel® PPSU polymers for healthcare applications please visit our booth #2615 at MD&M West in Anaheim, CA on February 7-9, 2017, or www.fosterpolymers.com.


Hydroponic wall -12 plants
A system for growing plants without soil but only in water and fertilizer. The system is especially suitable for growing vegetables and spices. Hydroponic systems allow plants to grow faster and to be less vulnerable to pests.
System benefits :
- Upgrade every wall to a vegetable or herb garden.
- Simple and easy to assemble!
- Safe from dripping, wetting and leaking – the wall will always be clean and dry.
- Every plant has a constant amount of water that in the event of power outage, it will not dry.
- All accessories needed to assemble the system are included in the kit.
Technical data :
- Measurements on the wall 40X50 cm.
- Package dimensions: 41X33X20 cm.
- Product dimensions (after installation): 40X50X12.5 cm.
- Weight: 3.2 kg (without soil, plants)
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is not the weight of the trailer. GVWR is the maximum amount the vehicle is rated to carry. Everything that contributes to the weight of the tow vehicle features in this rating including the base unit dry weight (UVW), all fluids, cargo, optional equipment, and accessories. Gross Dry Weight or Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW) is based on standard model features. It is the weight of the actual unloaded vehicle without cargo, fresh water, LP gas, optional equipment, or accessories. Hitch Weight or Tongue Weight is the amount of weight sitting on the ball of the hitch or in the back of the truck. For a trailer this can be minimized with a weight-distribution hitch.Axle Weight is the proportion of the UVW that is supported by the axles, tires, and wheels. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum load weight, in pounds, that can be placed on the axle.
Electric brakes usually provide automatic and manual control of the trailer brakes. The tow vehicle must be equipped with a brake control and additional wiring. The control is installed within reach of the driver and can be applied manually or automatically. Surge brakes are independent hydraulic brakes activated by a master cylinder on the trailer tongue. The tow vehicle's hydraulic brake system should never be connected directly to the trailer's hydraulic system.
Wiring your tow vehicle or trailer should only be done by someone with electrical experience. Wiring the plug incorrectly can damage the tow vehicle or trailer.
Safe Towing Practices


If you have a hot water tank in your home, a properly installed TPR valve is an essential device that helps protect, and alert the occupants that a problem may be forthcoming.
During a home inspection a hot water tank is just one of the hundreds of items looked at, and when I get in front of a hot water tank I look for many things that may be a potential problem.
Today I am going to focus on just one of the safety items that should be on all hot water tanks.
It’s called a TPR valve, or Temperature Pressure Release valve. These valves are designed to automatically release water in the event that the pressure or temperature in the hot water tank exceeds safe levels.
If a TPR valve is missing or malfunctions, water within the system may become superheated (surpassing the boiling point) and a tank rupture is possible. When super heated water is exposed to the atmosphere, it will expand into steam almost instantly, and this process can propel a hot water tank like a rocket through multiple floors, causing personal injury and property damage.
While water heater explosions are rare, because they require a combination of unusual conditions and failure of the safety components, it has happened and the results are catastrophic.
Click Here to see what a hot water heater tank under extreme pressure is capable of doing.
So what am I looking for when I inspect the TPR valve?
A properly installed TPR valve should meet these requirements:
Be constructed of a plumbing material rated for hot water, typically CPVC, copper, or galvanized steel.
Be properly rated for the hot water tank
Installed so the sensing element is within 6 inches of the top of the water heater
Is same diameter, or larger, than the supply pipe serving the water heater. (Usually ¾”)
Be as short and as straight as possible, to avoid undue stress on the valve, and installed so that it drains by gravity (downward).
Not have a valve, T-fitting, or threaded end, to avoid any scenario that might result in a restriction or capping of the discharge piping
Not be trapped, since standing water may become contaminated and backflow into the drinking water.
The valve should be connected to a discharge pipe (also called a drain line) that runs down the length of the water heater tank to within 6inches of the floor, or to a waste receptor with an air gap, or to visible exterior location.
What you should look for as a Home Owner?
First off I’m going to say that a missing TPR valve is extremely rare, (I have yet to find one missing ) but if it is missing, somebody who didn’t know what they were doing has endangered the occupants safety and you should immediately contact a qualified plumber.
Assuming a TPR valve is present; confirm that the data plate located on valve complies with the water tank data plate, if the data plate is missing replace the valve. The most common rating for TPR valve is 210 degrees and 150 PSI. Which means that the valve should activate if the water temperature in the tank exceeds 210 degrees F or the pressure within the tank exceeds 150 PSI. (Pounds Square Inch)
Make sure a discharge pipe is connected and appropriately sized. The discharge pipe should NOT be smaller diameter than the threaded portion of the valve, it should NOT be threaded or capped at the discharge point , and it SHOULD terminate within 6 inches of the floor.
If your tank is missing a discharge pipe have one installed.A missing or improperly installed discharge pipe is one of the most notable problems I find while inspecting hot water tanks, and is a relatively inexpensive safety item to have installed.
If you notice that the TPR valve on the tank is slowly leaking it’s a good indication that the valve requires replacement. If the TPR valve ever ejects a powerful stream of hot water it is alerting you that a problem exists, and you should immediately shut off the water and contact a qualified plumber for repair.
Although most TPR valves rarely become activated, it is an essential safety component on domestic hot water heaters. Guidelines concerning these valves and their discharge pipes reflect real hazards that every homeowner should take seriously. If you are unsure if your hot water tank is installed properly and that all the safety devices are in place contact a qualified plumber to further investigate.
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Inclusive® Prosthetic Components
As the world’s leading dental implant laboratory, Glidewell is proud to offer a complete line of prosthetic components manufactured by Prismatik Dentalcraft in an ongoing effort to bring comprehensive implant treatment options to patients across the economic spectrum. Prosthetic components for the Inclusive® Tapered Implant System include a wide array of esthetic and multi-unit titanium abutments, along with analogs, screws, temporary and UCLA abutments, digital and conventional transfer copings, and more. Prismatik Dentalcraft also has FDA 510(k) clearance for prosthetic connections that are compatible with several of the industry’s other leading implant manufacturers. Specific component offerings are constantly being expanded.
Inclusive brand prosthetic components are produced in Irvine, California, in an ISO 13485 certified environment operating under FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs). We ensure tight tolerances, precision machining, state-of-the-art processing and cleaning, and extensive validation testing — from fatigue strength assessment to packaging integrity analysis. Uniform component costs across systems allows for predictable pricing. The result is a product that offers immediate value and lasting quality.
Healing and Temporization
Inclusive® Healing Abutments
An Inclusive® Healing Abutment is delivered post-implant placement to close the implant connection and aid in soft-tissue management during the healing phase. Healing abutments may be delivered immediately (single-stage protocol) or after an initial healing period (two-stage protocol), depending upon implant stability. Healing abutments are precisely machined from titanium alloy, with a threaded shaft for integration with the internal connection of a seated implant. The occlusal surface of the healing abutment contains a female instrumentation port compatible with the restorative driver recommended by the implant manufacturer. Inclusive Healing Abutments are available in multiple heights to accommodate varying gingival thickness.
Inclusive® Bite Verification Cylinders
Inclusive® Bite Verification Cylinders are indicated for the fabrication of temporary screw-retained restorations. Provisional restorations can be made chairside using any standard fabrication technique. Bite verification cylinders are precisely machined from titanium alloy and attached to the implant fixture or implant analog by a titanium screw or provisional guide pin.
Engaging bite verification cylinders are indicated for single-unit restorations to prevent rotation of the provisional crown. Non-engaging bite verification cylinders are indicated for multi-unit bridges, and therefore permit rotational connection to allow for a passive path of insertion.
Impressions and Analogs
Inclusive® Transfer Copings
Inclusive® Transfer Copings are used to transmit the position, angulation, and connection feature orientation of seated implants when captured in an elastomeric impression. Impressions may be taken with either the indirect or direct technique, depending on the clinician’s preference and chairside conditions. Transfer copings are precisely machined from titanium alloy and attached to the implant fixture by a titanium screw or guide pin. Closed-tray transfer copings are for use when employing an indirect impression technique. Open-tray transfer copings are for use when using a direct impression technique.
Inclusive® Scanning Abutments
Inclusive® Scanning Abutments are used to transmit highly accurate position and angulation data of seated implants when scanned with an intraoral or desktop digital scanner. Each scanning abutment consists of an abutment body manufactured from biocompatible PEEK material, with a captured titanium screw for attachment to the implant or analog.
Clinical Scanning Abutments containing a radiopaque, barium-sulfate material, are designed for chairside use with intraoral scanners. Their opacity on a radiograph allows accurate confirmation of complete seating. Use clinical scanning abutments to avoid the costs and distortion factor associated with conventional, elastomeric impressions. With its comprehensive support for digital impression technology, Glidewell Laboratories provides dentists with a convenient, affordable, effective restorative process for implant cases.
Laboratory Scanning Abutments, available for both red-light and blue-light desktop scanners, are produced from radiolucent material, and are designed to be used with implant analogs on a stone model. Paired with the powerful 3Shape AbutmentDesigner™ module and the Glidewell Digital Abutment Library, laboratory scanning abutments can be used to scan and design custom implant abutments for most major implant systems.
Inclusive® Implant Analogs
Inclusive® Implant Analogs are platform-specific replicas of dental implant fixtures, used in a working model to represent the location and platform orientation of a seated implant fixture. Prior to the casting process, the appropriate analog is attached to each impression coping captured in an elastomeric impression. Because each analog is specific to the restorative platform of the seated implant, it is critical that the analog platform matches that of the actual fixture in the oral environment.
Inclusive® Abutment Analogs
Inclusive® Abutment Analogs are platform-specific replicas of unmodified, prefabricated dental implant abutments attached to dental implant fixtures seated in the patient’s mouth. Each abutment analog is used in a working model to represent the location and orientation of a seated implant-abutment assembly. Prior to the casting process, the appropriate analog is attached to each impression coping captured in an elastomeric impression. Because each analog represents an abutment of specific dimensions mated to the restorative platform of a seated implant, it is critical that the analog reflects the supragingival dimensions of the actual fixture and abutment in the oral environment.
Multi-Unit Abutment System
Inclusive® Multi-Unit Abutments
Inclusive® Multi-Unit Abutments are prefabricated, screw-retained intraoral abutments intended to be connected directly to endosseous implants in partially or fully edentulous patients for the retention of cast or milled bar overdentures. Multi-unit abutments are precisely machined from titanium alloy, and are available with a variety of collar heights to achieve optimal emergence from shallow or deep gingival wells.
Straight multi-unit abutments lack any anti-rotational features at the implant-abutment interface. The apical portion of a straight multi-unit abutment is threaded for integration with the internal connection of a seated implant.
Angled multi-unit abutments of 17 degrees or 30 degrees enable clinicians to compensate for the divergence of seated implants or to otherwise accommodate an angled path of insertion. Angled multi-unit abutments feature an anti-rotational connection interface specific to the matching implant platform, and are attached to the implant fixture with an angled multi-unit abutment screw.
Inclusive® Multi-Unit Accessories
To simplify the restorative process, all Inclusive® Multi-Unit Abutments are supported by the same, comprehensive line of Inclusive® Multi-Unit Accessories. From healing caps and temporary cylinders to an array of copings and prosthetic screws, this assortment enables clinicians to provide a provisional or definitive prosthesis for multi-unit abutment patients regardless of the underlying implant system.
Crown & Bridge Abutments
Inclusive® Titanium Abutments
Inclusive® Titanium Abutments are prefabricated, screw-retained intraoral abutments intended to be connected directly to an endosseous implant for retention of a cemented dental prosthesis. They may be indicated for single- and multiple-tooth restorations. Titanium abutments are precisely machined from titanium alloy and attached to the implant fixture with a titanium screw. For use in any region of the mouth, they contain a standard, circular emergence profile and straight abutment body available in 4.5 mm and 6 mm vertical height options.
Inclusive® Titanium Esthetic Abutments
Inclusive® Titanium Esthetic Abutments are prefabricated, screw-retained intraoral abutments intended to be connected directly to an endosseous implant for retention of a cemented dental prosthesis. They may be indicated for single- and multiple-tooth restorations. Titanium esthetic abutments are precisely machined from titanium alloy and attached to the implant fixture with a titanium screw. Unlike the circular emergence profile of standard stock abutments, esthetic abutments are manufactured with a tapered emergence profile for more natural-looking contouring of the soft tissue at the implant site. Each esthetic abutment is anatomically designed for the connection site’s region (anterior or posterior).
In addition to the standard, straight abutment body, angled abutment bodies, produced with a 15 degree slope to compensate for an undesirable path of insertion are available.
Inclusive® UCLA Abutments
Inclusive® Universal Clearance-Limited Abutments (UCLAs) are indicated for laboratory use to manually create an implant-level custom abutment for a cement- or screw-retained restoration. UCLA abutments are precisely machined from acetal copolymer and attached to the implant fixture (or implant analog) with a titanium screw or provisional guide pin. A plastic sleeve mounted to the abutment provides a castable pattern on which to wax a custom abutment. Plastic UCLAs will burn out completely during the casting process to create a monolithic abutment. For most implant systems, they are available with an engaging or non-engaging connection interface. Engaging UCLAs are indicated for single-unit restorations to prevent rotation. A non-engaging UCLA is indicated for multi-unit bridges to allow passive path of insertion without anti-rotational restrictions.
Screws & Guide Pins
Inclusive® Titanium Screws & Guide Pins
Inclusive® Titanium Screws and Inclusive® Guide Pins are threaded fasteners used to attach implant prosthetic components to dental implant fixtures or implant analogs on a temporary or long-term basis. Each screw or guide pin is precisely machined from titanium alloy and is specific to the system or the restorative platform of the seated implant. The occlusal surface of the screw or guide pin contains a female instrumentation port compatible with the restorative driver recommended by the implant manufacturer.
Titanium screws are generally reserved for the long-term retention of a finished provisional or definitive restoration in the oral environment. Guide pins are reserved for provisional applications, or to attach prosthetic components to an implant analog captured in a working model during laboratory fabrication processes.
- High-quality, low-cost prosthetic components
- Complete line to serve any prosthetic protocol
- Compatible with most major implant systems


There’s a time and place for everything, so the saying goes. Electric space heaters probably didn’t pop into your mind just now. But the adage applies to them, too. The right timing and placement of electric portable or “space” heaters is important if you’re at all concerned about heating and electricity costs. And if you want to create extra comfort where you need it most at home, or in your business or office using space heaters, here are a few tips for you.
Space heaters have proven themselves effective for heating small areas. why waste energy and money cranking up the central heat in your house or building when you only really need extra heat in one or two areas — like on your toes while you’re sitting at your desk creating a blog about space heaters. (How delightfully coincidental is that?)
When you use them at the proper time (only when you need them) in the proper place (with the help of portability), space heaters are not only smart economically, but they’re also a greener solution.
Besides being portable (to varying degrees), thus easy to install in any room with an electrical outlet, can they save money? Generally speaking, you can expect to consume less energy and save money only if you’re warming one or two rooms — and if you remember to shut them off when you’re not around.
If you find that your home or business has turned into a kind of space heater farm, you not likely saving money. In fact, you’re probably paying much more. And it likely means it’s time to assess your overall heating situation. Have you checked your furnace? Is it functioning properly? If you have electric baseboard heating, has it been adequately installed to meet your needs?
Perhaps you’re using space heaters where cold air is seeping into your home. Weatherstripping and better insulation are likely better solutions. If you can keep less cold air from coming in, the less heating you’ll have to do. Simple, right? And more economical in the long run.
So, let’s assume that you’ve decided to use space heaters as they should be used — in thoughtful moderation.
There are three main types of electric space heaters available:
- Radiative (infra-red) heaters
- Convection heaters
- Oil-filled radiators
All of the above can not only save you money (again, we emphasize) when properly used. They can also add some extra toasty-warm comfort that central heating can’t. Radiant infra-red space heaters are a good example. Turn them on and they immediately radiate a sun-like warmth to warm your body. Thus, they’re particularly popular in bathrooms. But they’re not ideal for the room itself. So, in selecting and placing a space heater, it’s important to keep in mind its primary use.
If it’s quiet operation in a room where you like to rest, watching TV, read or just relax you need, a fan-forced convection heater is your least desirable choice. However, a low-profile, “old-school” baseboard convection heater is worth considering.
Consider not only the room’s function but also its size, when selecting a space heater. Don’t purchase oversized heaters. Most come with a general sizing table that allows you to match it to the room’s size.
Last, but not least, make safety your primary concern. Even though any heater you buy should have a shut-off feature that is activated when the heater is tipped over, it’s best not to put this to the test– especially if it’s a room used by kids or pets. Look for a sensor that shuts the heater off if it overheats.
Look also for a label from a recognized testing laboratory such as UL (Underwriters Laboratory), ETL (Intertek), or CSA (Canadian Standards Association). These labels verify the heater’s construction and performance meet voluntary safety standards.
Wherever you place your new space heater, make sure to regularly inspect its electrical cord for damage. And never use an extension cord with an electric heater!
If it’s time to install a heater but find there aren’t enough electrical outlets in the room to allow you to plug them in without an extension cord, don’t risk electrocution or fire! Call us at Stapleton Electric if you’re short an outlet or two. Also waste no time in calling us at 778-985-9395 if, after you install your heaters, your breaker keeps tripping or your fuses continue to blow. When these things happen regularly, it’s always a safety concern.
Keep checking our regularly-posted blogs for all things electrical, practical and safe. Again, don’t hesitate to call us. You’re also welcome to get in touch with us on our contact page. Meanwhile, stay warm, stay safe.


In the world of modern living, Pellet have emerged as a revolutionary solution for various applications. From heating to industrial processes, the versatility of pellets cannot be overstated. As we delve into the intricate details of these compact powerhouses, this article aims to provide an all-encompassing guide to understanding and utilizing pellets effectively.
Understanding Pellets: A Deep Dive
Pellets are compressed forms of organic or inorganic materials that are widely used for different purposes. The raw materials can range from wood and biomass to plastics and metals. The process of pelletization involves compressing these materials into small, cylindrical shapes, creating a dense and energy-rich product.
Benefits of Pellets
1. Sustainable Energy Source
One of the key advantages of pellets lies in their role as a sustainable energy source. Wood pellets, for instance, are derived from renewable resources, making them an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
2. Efficient Combustion
Pellets are designed for efficient combustion, ensuring that the energy produced is utilized optimally. This not only contributes to cost savings but also reduces environmental impact.
3. Versatility in Applications
From residential heating systems to powering industrial machinery, pellets find applications in diverse sectors. Their adaptability makes them an attractive choice for businesses and homeowners alike.
Choosing the Right Pellet: A Buyer’s Guide
1. Material Selection
Different pellets are crafted from various materials, each with its unique characteristics. Wood pellets are ideal for heating applications, while biomass pellets are commonly used in agricultural settings. Understanding the properties of different pellet types is crucial for selecting the right one for your specific needs.
2. Size and Density Matters
Pellets come in various sizes and densities, affecting their burn efficiency and heat output. It’s essential to choose the size and density that aligns with the requirements of your pellet stove or heating system.
3. Quality Assurance
When purchasing pellets, quality assurance is paramount. Look for certifications and standards that guarantee the pellets’ quality and adherence to environmental guidelines.
Pellets vs. Traditional Fuels: A Comparative Analysis
In this section, we will compare the advantages of pellets over traditional fuels such as coal and oil.
1. Environmental Impact
Pellets, being derived from renewable sources, have a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels. The combustion of pellets releases fewer greenhouse gases, making them a greener option.
2. Cost Efficiency
While initial costs may vary, the long-term savings associated with pellet usage are substantial. Pellets tend to be more cost-effective, especially in regions where traditional fuels are expensive.
Pellet Storage and Handling: Best Practices
Ensuring the proper storage and handling of pellets is crucial for maintaining their quality and maximizing their shelf life.
1. Dry Storage Conditions
Pellets should be stored in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can degrade their quality. Investing in proper storage solutions, such as pellet bins, is advisable.
2. Handling Procedures
Handle pellets with care to avoid breakage, which can lead to dust formation. Dust accumulation can impact combustion efficiency and air quality.
Conclusion: Harnessing the Potential of Pellets
In conclusion, pellets represent a sustainable and efficient solution for various energy needs. Whether you’re considering them for heating your home or powering industrial processes, the benefits of pellets are undeniable. Understanding the nuances of pellet selection, usage, and storage is key to unlocking their full potential.


New for 2012, the YFZ450 returns with all of its 450-class leading performance—powerful, quick revving engine and light, nimble handling—but at a price more on par with a 400-class machine.
Wet: 381 lbs.
4-stroke single, titanium 5-valve, DOHC
Bore x Stroke
95 x 63.4 mm
Mikuni® 42 mm BSR
Fuel Tank Capacity
Liquid with fan
2WD; sealed O-ring chain, eccentric adjustment
Front: 127 mm dual hydraulic disc Rear: 123 mm hydraulic disc
Front: AT21 x 7-10 Dunlop® Rear: AT20 x 10R9 Dunlop®
(2) 30W krypton multi-reflector headlights and 3.9 / 0.5W LED brakelight
Front: Independent double wishbone with piggyback, high-/lo-speed compression, rebound and threaded preload adjustment; 9.1 in. travel
Rear: Cast aluminum swingarm with rebound, high-/lo-speed compression and threaded preload; 10.6 in. travel
Black Metallic, White w/ Custom Graphic
*Price, if shown, is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and does not include government fees, taxes, dealer vehicle freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). MSRP and/or final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.


To make it easier for other researchers to develop their own components that can interface with the MEC system, we are maintaining an open standard for MEC interfaces. The latest version of the standard is always available on this website.
MEC blocks are designed in 0.3 inch increments (a block’s nominal size in each dimension can be 0.3 inches, 0.6 inches, 0.9 inches, and so on). Each dimension of a MEC is actually designed to be 0.005 inches smaller than a 0.3-inch multiple to allow space for two MECs to be connected side-by-side (for example, the 0.3 inch thick mechanical baseboard MEC is actually 0.295 inches thick). Surfaces of MECs contain rectilinear arrays of holes spaced on 0.3 inch increments. The diameter of each hole changes along the depth of the hole: the topmost (and bottommost) 0.0865 inches of the hole has a diameter of 0.125 inches, and the middle of the hole has a diameter of 0.092 inches. The larger 0.125-inch diameter portion of the hole is designed to receive a 0.125 inch diameter and 0.175 inch long pin. Using these pins, two MECs can be connected together using a simple and reversible friction-fit assembly. Alternately, a standard 2-56 screw can fit through the 0.092-inch-diameter portion of a hole and self-thread into a 0.076-inch-diameter hole on a MEC part. This provides a mechanically stronger alternative to the pins for connecting two MECs together.
The holes on 0.3-inch-spaced increments can be sized to accommodate flexible tubing (e.g., Tygon brand) with 3/32 inch outer diameter and a 1/32 inch inner diameter. A short length of tubing inserted into a hole can then serve as a fluidic socket. A 20-gauge rigid tube (e.g., stainless steel) can then be inserted into the tubing-based fluidic socket. This creates a simple and reversible friction-fit fluidic connection between two MECs. Alternately, two MECs whose faces do not touch (and therefore cannot be easily connected by the rigid tube) may be connected using a length of flexible tubing. In this case, a 20-gauge rigid tube is permanently inserted into each MEC (extending at least 0.29 inches out of the MEC surface), and flexible tubing is slipped onto these tubes to form a reversible fluidic connection between the two MECs. For applications that must withstand higher fluid pressures, a retaining ring (0.125 inches outer diameter, 0.086 inches inner diameter, and 0.175 inches long) can be slipped on the outside of the flexible tubing at each MEC to serve as a compression fitting.
The 0.3-inch-spaced holes described above can also accommodate metal pins, conductive rubber pins, metal springs, or metal screws to provide electrical connectivity between MECs.
Optical elements like light emitting diodes, phototransistors, and fiber optics can be designed into the 0.3-inch-spaced holes and used to provide optical interfaces between MECs.


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Fuel Oil Reforming & Homogenizer System(FRHS)
A system which purifies fuel by effectively filtering out water, sludge and particles from MFO(HFO) and red ucing the viscosity so that the MFO(HFO) can be used as fuel oil for the HSD-powered engine of 1,500 HP or higher
Heavy Oil Tank
•Distinctiveness of RHS system
It finely grinds sludge and particles with the Homogenizer System, controls the viscosity, simultaneously filters out water and pollutant particles with the Ultra Sonic and Plasma System, and accomplishes the best efficiency of viscosity maintenance technology with the Neodymium Magnetic/F.
Filtering out particles and water
It filters out sludge, particles and water, which can remain after grinding, by centrifugally separating them to obtain the best efficiency to be used as fuel oil.
1.Intended use of FRHS.
FRHS is a device that enables the generator of 1 MW or higher, which is used in developing countries such as South East Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean, to use MFO (HFO) as its engine fuel instead of light oil, thereby giving users the benefits of MFO’s cheaper price. Since MFO (HFO) is generally 20 to 40% cheaper than light oil as well as it has better fuel efficiency of 8 to 12% depending on the calory, approximately 30% of the electricity generation cost can be saved by using FRHS.
2. Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)? Marin Fuel Oil (MFO)?
(The same type) Considering that MFO (HFO) mainly consists of residual oils and is not chemically refined, the quality is relatively low among petroleum products. However, it is produced with an obvious purpose of reprocessing it to make lubricant, asphalt, petroleum cokes, etc.
Moreover, MFO (HFO) features less heat loss, easy combustion control, and simple ignition and extinguishment, which makes it widely used as a power source of a large-scale engine or a heat source of a boiler. Although MFO (HFO) has a high heating value and is economical due to its cheap price, its high viscosity and poor fluidity at room temperature make it difficult to be supplied and handled as fuel. Therefore, it is mainly used for large boilers in the industry.
It should be heated to about 50℃ while being transported and used to make it flow smoothly. MFO-A, MFO-B and MFO-C (HFO-A, HFO-B, HFO-C) are the fuels that are produced by mixing MFO (HFO) with light distillate (diesel distillate mostly) to improve the ease-of-use. MFO-A (HFO-A) is mainly used for small industrial boilers and small and middle vessels; MFO-B (HFO-B) for middle boilers and middle vessels; and MFO-C (HFO-C) for large boilers.
According to the Energy Conversion Factors of the Enforcement Regulations of the Energy Act, the total heating value of MFO-A (HFO-A) is 9,300 kcal/L, MFO-B (HFO-B) is 9,650kcal/L, and MFO-C (HFO-C) is 9,800kcal/L, among which the bunker C has the highest heating value. As mentioned above, however, as they are difficult to handle, the size and characteristics of equipment should be considered when choosing an appropriate fuel
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Chase Contemporary is proud to present never-before exhibited kinetic works by esteemed artist, inventor, & pioneering engineer Chuck Hoberman. Hoberman’s work is a combination of precise mathematics and an integration of organic movements inspired by nature. We will be unveiling five sculptures at the 2019 New York Art Fair- one in our booth, ANY306, and four in the VIP lounge and adjoining public areas. This is the first time Hoberman’s sculptures will be commercially available in a gallery.
“The underlying theme of my kinetic sculpture is transformation itself. Since everything changes all the time (including ourselves), it’s a topic that seems almost too large to grasp. My primary inspiration comes from nature- watching the endlessly changing shapes of clouds on a clear day, the curling flow of a turbulent fluid, or a time-lapse film of a growing plant. My creative focus is to make our experience of transformation visible and visceral. The viewer sees the artwork fluidly transform as it rearranges all of its parts, similar to how natural organisms grow by rearranging their own cells and molecules.”
— Chuck Hoberman
Included in the Art New York installation is the world famous Iris Dome, which was featured at the Museum of Modern Art, NY (MoMA). Hoberman designed the Iris Dome in 1994 as a new type of retractable roof that opens and closes like the iris of an eye. The dome has rigid covering panels attached to its structure, which glide smoothly over one another to form a continuous skin covering the dome when fully extended. The first outdoor installation of the Iris Dome appeared beside the German Pavilion at Expo 2000, the World’s Fair held in Hanover, Germany. The dome celebrated the reconstruction of Dresden’s legendary Frauenkirche Cathedral, which was destroyed during the WWII.
Hoberman used the dome’s design to create the Arch for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. This was his introduction to the world of live entertainment. In 2009, he created the Expanding Video Screen as the centerpiece for the U2 360° tour, a giant shape-shifting screen having a height of seven stories and weighing over thirty tons. As part of the design team for Atlanta’s Mercedes Benz stadium, Hoberman’s Iris Dome was a key inspiration for its unique retractable roof, seen by millions during Super Bowl 2019.
With the sculpture Helicoid, Hoberman explores the helix, a form that has fascinated artists and mathematicians for centuries. The shape is prevalent in nature, occurring in shells and in our DNA. Helicoid expands and contracts using Hoberman’s own unique system of complex scissor-like connections, creating a hypnotic, mesmerizing effect. He refers to these works as shape-invariant expanding structures - objects that expand without changing their shape.
Morphing Sculptures is a new body of work which has never been publicly displayed in which Hoberman investigates what happens when one form transforms into another. Mitosis is inspired by a cell dividing into two. Morphing Sphere portrays a sphere changing into a cylinder, while Spiral consists of a spinning spiral which seemingly continues endlessly in an imaginative vertical space above and below the sculpture. The shifting metal splines of these sculptures trick the eye, seeming to change form in front of us, and creating intricate patterns as they move. All three Morphing Sculptures are available in editions of 6.
Chuck Hoberman (born 1956 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US) is an artist, engineer and inventor whose creations range from architectural structures, sets for live entertainment, and emergency shelters to best-selling toys and medical research. His most renowned invention, the Hoberman Sphere (1994) was added to the permanent collection of MoMA in 2010. Hoberman won the Chrysler Design Award for Innovation and Design in 1997 and was a finalist for the 2000 Smithsonian National Design Award. Hoberman’s work has been exhibited several times at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, including his commissioned installation, Emergent Surface, that was part of the 2008 exhibit “Design and the Elastic Mind.” Hoberman began his career as a sculptor, working with Hans Haacke and Vito Acconci. He holds over twenty patents for his transformable inventions. He’s been featured in Architectural Digest, The Boston Globe, Wired, The New Yorker, and The New York Times. Hoberman holds a bachelor’s degree in sculpture from Cooper Union and a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Columbia University. He is a professor of Design Engineering at the Harvard Graduate School of Design.


10 Steps to Winterize your Boat
For all you fair weather boaters like me. The time has come to clean your boat or wave runners one last time, create some room in your storage unit, and make sure your valuable recreational asset is properly protected from the frigid temperatures that will soon arrive.
You may be tempted to leave your boat as is thinking it should be fine in storage. It doesn’t get that cold, right? Wrong! Need I remind you of that insurance policy that may not cover damages caused by your neglect or lack of maintenance? Don’t neglect your boat in the winter because it may come to haunt you in the spring when you’re stuck on trailer at the boat ramp rather than cruising on the lake after your quick pain free launch.
Check your owner’s manual for proper winterizing steps on your specific make and model.
The following is a suggested checklist for sterndrives, inboards, and outboards.
1) Flush the engine with fresh water – this will flush any dirt, grim, salt, or other particles that could potentially block or corrode your engine.
a) Outboard motors, you may need a flushing kit to attach to the water intakes on your engine. Once the flushing kit is in place, hook up a water hose and let the engine run in neutral until the water runs out clean.
b) Newer outboard motors have built-in water hose attachments. Check owner’s manual for more info.
2) Add gas stabilizer - gasoline will break down while sitting inactive. Add a fuel stabilizer to the tank and idle the engine for a few minutes to mix the stabilizer throughout the system.
3) Spray fogging oil into the cylinders and carburetor intakes - to prevent corrosion and rust spray fogging oil down the carburetor with the engine in neutral. Shut off the engine and pull the spark plugs and spray into the cylinders before replacing/reinstalling them.
4) Flush engine with antifreeze – using antifreeze with prevent any water from freezing in your engine block that can cause serious damage.
5) Oil change – for inboard motors, you should change your transmission and engine oil. This is easiest if the oil is hot so it will flow quicker. Might be a good idea to replace your oil filter. Check owner’s manual for info on type and grade of oil you should use. Dispose of old oil properly (recycling facility)
6) Drain and replace the gear case lubricant – this will flush out water and other potential corroding or rusting causing contaminates.
7) Remove the battery - disconnect the battery and store it in a dry place for the winter. Retain the charge and maintain water level in battery.
8) Check the following items and replace as needed – plugs, wires, rotor, cap, belts, hoses, shift/throttle cables, steering and power trim fluids, propeller, grease u-joints, and replace water pump impeller.
9) Clean and wax you boat – check your boat for chips or cracks and fill them before storing it for the winter. Deep cleaning your boat before putting it away for the winter will help prevent any molding or rotting of the interior. Using a professional grade wax on the exterior will protect your shine through the cold months and make spring cleaning much simpler.
10) Cover and/or store your boat – boat storage is an ideal way to keep your boat protected all winter long, however, it can be expensive. If this isn’t an option, consider shrink wrapping your boat and obtaining a good tie-down or snap-down cover to prevent any water from seeping into the interior.
Remember the time you put into winterizing your boat is well worth the money in damages it may cost you if you don’t. It is important to baby your boat with professional grade products. The steps above are suggestions on how to winterize your boat. Remember to check the owner’s manual for any questions..


6 Basic Techniques
Simply cut the Cup Chain to the desired length. Do not cut with the tip of the cutter. The force of the cutter is at its best where the to blades of the cutter meet.
After the cut, remove the old connectors.
Connectors enable you to build your project with empty Cup Chain units, no soldering necessary!
Insert the connectors in the hole of the empty Cup Chain and pinch the point inside with a cutter or a flat nose plier. If you use the cutter, be careful not to cut it totally.
You can use a flat nose plier to hold the connector and push it into the hole. After you deform the connector inside the cup, use the plier to check if the connector is well connected. Give it a pull.
Jump Rings enable you to connect the pieces of your project.
Open the rings by bending the ring to opposite sides.
With two pliers that job is done in seconds.
Cup Chain End Connectors enable you to use (already finished) Crystal Cup Chain in your projects.
It is a combination of gluing and embedding.
Embedding means placing the stones in the cup and bending the prongs to close the crystal in the cup.
With a nylon jaw plier you can safely push the metal onto the crystal.
Start with bending one prong. Do not bend it too far - if you do, the crystal may end up askew in the cup. Then bend the prong opposite to the one you first did. Then repeat the technique with the other 2 prongs.
With four claws the crystal is firmly fixed in the cup.
Be sure to push the prongs as close as possible onto the crystal. Leaving a gap can cause problems like catching hair or clothes.
You can remove the stone by carefully bending the prongs back. This way you can change the stones of your project after some time. Be careful, the prongs can break eventually.
The quality thick plating of the cups can sometimes cause the connector hole to be too small, so the connector will not fit.
You can make the hole a little bit bigger by using a flat nose plier.
Put the side of the tip of the plier into the hole, pinch the plier and bend it carefully downwards.
Be careful not to make the hole too big. If the hole is too big, there is a chance the connector will slip through.
Starters Kit Bracelet only € 9,95 includes:
-- 15 Cups 8 mm --
-- 15 Preciosa Crystal Chatons --
-- 2 Cup Chain Connectors --
-- 2 Jump Rings --
-- 1 Clasp --
-- 1 Extension Chain --


ENFORCER No-Touch Request-To-Exit Sensors use IR technology to open a door or activate a device with the simple wave of the hand. Since it is no touch, this sensor is ideal for use in hospitals, clinics, labs, cleanrooms (to reduce the risk of contamination), schools, factories, offices or anywhere an easy way to exit is required.
|Range||Up to 4 in (10cm)|
|LEDs||Standby: Green ; Triggered: Red|
|Relay Type||Form C (NO/NC/COM)|
|Output Time||0.5S or as long as unit is triggered|
|Operating Temperature||-4°~131° F (-20°~55° C)|
|Dimensions||4-1/2 x 2-3/4 x 1-5/16 in (115 x 70 x 33.5 mm)|


Let Elk Air Conditioning & Heating replace those portable space heaters, window air conditioners, box fans, and extension cords stretched across the floor with an elegant and efficient ductless split system. There's no need for ductwork or major renovation. If you've got an exterior wall, these compact yet powerful systems can handle your temperature control needs. Enjoy such benefits as zoned conditioning, whisper-quiet sound levels, programmable operation, remote access, superior indoor air quality and dehumidification, and flexible location, both indoors and out. Lightweight and streamlined, the indoor unit can be mounted high on the wall or even recessed in a drop ceiling. With a slim profile and extensive line lengths, the outdoor unit can be tucked in an unobtrusive spot. Whether you're looking to cool or heat a single space or multiple rooms, ductless air conditioners and heat pumps exceed expectations. For installation, maintenance, or repair in Allegheny County, Westmoreland County, and surrounding counties or the surrounding areas, the professionals from Elk Air Conditioning, Inc. are the right choice.
Elk Air Conditioning, Inc. specializes in quality. In both the services we provide and systems we recommend and install, we never settle. Through top grade equipment, sized, implemented and serviced to exceptional standards, we ensure superior long-term performance. Operational sound, reliability, energy efficiency, comfort, and longevity are all directly impacted by the integrity of your contractor's workmanship. Rest assured, our team is entirely NATE-certified, factory trained, and regularly updated in leading-edge technology. We follow rigid maintenance and installation procedures, utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, and specialize in top manufacturers, such as Mitsubishi, Samsung, Panasonic, Carrier, and more.
We offer free estimates and financing with approved credit from Wells Fargo for residential installation projects. Let us provide ideal year round temperatures to even the most challenging space. Established in 1971, we continue to bring innovative solutions to homeowners across North Huntingdon, McKeesport, Monroeville, Murrysville, West Mifflin, Greensburg, White Oak, Irwin, and North Versailles, PA. Call Elk Air Conditioning, Inc. at (724) 863-5801 for Quality & Comfort You Can Depend On.


What is the role of a lubricant?
Any vehicle owner knows that lubricants are vital to the correct operation of your engine; in particular they reduce wear. But it also has other, less well-known functions:
- Cools hot areas of an engine and moving parts.
- Reduces friction: A lubricant helps to improve engine efficiency and helps to reduce fuel consumption.
- Protects mechanical parts against wear and corrosion: guaranteeing long life and efficiency of the engine.
- Keeps the engine clean: it helps to guarantee long engine life and helps to keep all engine parts in a good and clean condition, while evacuating any impurities to the oil filter and through oil changes
Why is an engine oil’s ability to cleanse important?
Keeping engine components clean is essential as it keeps them in good condition. If your engine components are dirty, oil may not be lubricating and protecting the engine properly. Dirt build-up can also lead to premature engine damage. Shell Helix engine oils are designed to clean and protect engines for improved performance.
What is engine oil made from?
Engine oils are made up from three important ingredients – base oils, viscosity modifiers and performance additives. These are carefully selected and skilfully blended to enable the oil to provide maximum engine protection.
Why is Shell Helix any better than other leading brands?
We have put Shell’s years of know-how in oil development into every aspect of the Shell Helix formula – from the base-oil technology through to the additives’ selection and blending. We have also channelled the experience we have gained in supporting leading racing teams, such as Scuderia Ferrari, into the Shell Helix formula. It is designed to meet challenges, so no matter how stressful your driving conditions, Shell Helix will help to clean and protect your engine.
Why should I buy Shell Helix when I can buy additives off the shelf and mix them with existing oil?
Adding an uncontrolled volume of additives to your oil is like putting salt on your dessert. It takes years of additive blending experience to come up with the right formula for Shell Helix oil, and the way the various additives are mixed in with the base oil is crucial to the oil’s overall performance. So our strong advice is “do not add additives” if you aim to get the most from your car. The addition of additives may lead to expiration of the vehicle manufacturer’s guarantee.
Will I really notice the difference if I don’t make frequent oil changes?
Not changing your oil on a regular basis can significantly reduce the level of protection provided against engine wear. Engine oil acts as a reservoir for all kinds of by-products that form when the fuel burns, including soot, sludge, water and acidic material, as well as unburned and partially burned fuel. At the same time, the stress placed on the oil during engine operation gradually depletes the components that determine the oil’s performance. Refreshing the oil on a regular basis ensures that the right balance of components is present in the oil.
It also removes waste materials that might otherwise result in increased deposit formation, corrosion of metal components and increased wear.
Why not just keep topping up the engine oil?
If you simply keep on topping up your oil, you put more stress on the older oil that remains in the engine. And this stress issue has become worse in recent years as lighter, modern engines now run with about 25% less oil in their sumps. Shell Helix oil has a powerful ability to clean up your engine components and goes on keeping engines clean through to the next oil change.


Learn Maintenance delivers training focused on foundational principles and troubleshooting techniques that equipment maintenance people need to know.
When your equipment maintenance staff attends our unique workshops they receive the best training possible (2 students per lab trainer) with a focus on practical, relevant and effective troubleshooting methods that will improve their (and your company’s) performance and productivity.
Our on site workshops provide Instructor-led, Hands-on, interactive training with a troubleshooting emphasis.
32 hour (4 day) workshops focus on foundational principles maintenance people need to know if they are responsible for helping keep the plant equipment up and running.
For more information or to enroll, call 800-777-0753.


Dr Shafaque Shaikh MBBS FRCS PhD, a Scottish Muslim doctor and consultant in colorectal and general surgery, has been praised for her recent efforts to introduce surgical robots as part of a £3.5m investment at NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian, which oversees the care of more than 500,000 people living in Moray and Aberdeenshire, has invested millions in order to reduce waiting times and enhance patient care whilst hoping to come out of the coronavirus pandemic in a much-strengthened position to tackle the backlog of cases as well as to future-proof surgery for the north-eastern region.
Ms Shaikh, who is employed at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, and holds honorary senior lecturer status at the University of Aberdeen,  said of the unveiling of the three new surgical robots – including two da Vinci robots and a Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system:
“On average, patients should have shorter hospital stays following robotic-assisted surgery, quicker recovery times, they need less pain control and less anaesthetic – all of these factors benefit individual patients.”
She further added:
“More widely it benefits everyone in the region, as with people in hospital less time, it increases our capacity and allows us to see more patients.”
“This investment, in cutting-edge technology, really ensures we can give our patients the best experience and that myself and my fellow surgeons have the most modern tools available to do our job. It also equips us to partner with the University of Aberdeen to develop ground-breaking research, further improving patient care in the future.”
The da Vinci line of robots have been designed to decrease the need for more invasive operations with smaller incisions as well as seeing a reduction in pain and blood loss due to the higher precision afforded by the technology.  The da Vinci robot was originally introduced by NHS Grampian in 2015, and has been used to treat gynaecology and urology patients. It will now be reserved for staff training purposes.
The Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system, which was created by the formerly trading US-based MAKO Surgical Corp. before the company was acquired by Stryker Corporation in 2013, was designed for orthopaedic joint operations, including knee and hip replacements.  NHS Grampian’s new Mako robot will be based at Aberdeen’s Woodend Hospital, whilst the two new da Vinci robots will be situated at the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
After six years of use of the initial da Vinci surgical robot, feedback collated by surgeons has been overwhelmingly positive, with shorter recovery times and a better quality of healing subsequent to procedures.
Consultant urological surgeon Justine Royle  noted:
“Surgeons have been using our first da Vinci robot for the last six years and in that time we’ve really seen a benefit for our patients … Since becoming the first territorial board to start using these machines we have really seen the advantages and have striven to place ourselves as a centre of excellence within Scotland with this technology. It’s all an investment in the future of our patients and NHS Grampian.”
Ms Royle elaborated further, saying:
“The setting and equipment it provides really is ideal for developing and honing skills that are going to become more and more desirable and, indeed, necessary in the future.”
“Some patients do still arrive in hospital apprehensive, believing that the machine is doing all the work using artificial intelligence, but the machines are very much controlled by our surgeons – they don’t ‘think’ and operate on their own, it’s no different from a car in that sense, we are fully in control.”
The first patient to be treated by one of the latest robots, Alan Black, was very pleased with the service provided, saying:
“I was operated on with the robot, it’s smaller holes needed, so I think I’m feeling better than I could have otherwise.”
“If anyone is worried about undergoing surgery where a robot is used, there’s nothing to be apprehensive about. The surgeon is still in full control and ultimately it benefits us as patients … Ms Shaikh was in charge of it all and has been into the ward every day to see me … The level of care has been exceptional – you can’t fault anything.”


|Certified safety for dosing sliders and dosing units. A clean-cut affair.
Hygiene is of utmost importance in the food industry. Materials used here must be food-safe and easy to clean. DOCERAM high-performance ceramics fulfil these conditions wholeheartedly. Certified by the Ruhr District Institute of Hygiene, it does not impact upon the smell or taste of food and drink, nor does it impair health safety in any way.
Specifically, ceramic components are used in dosing sliders and dosing units. These devices fill not only yoghurt, marmalade and ice cream, but also abrasive substances such as coffee, tea or tobacco – and in large quantities to boot. The extreme wear resistance exhibited by high-performance ceramics ensures that the affected units and sliders can nevertheless operate for a long time. Not even the mandatory intensive cleaning impairs the material’s long-life property. High-performance ceramics are also absolutely resistant to superheated steam and cleaning agents.
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Recently I had the opportunity to take the boys to see the Ultimate Hot Wheels® Track at the Art Gallery of Ontario. This impressive course was truly a feat in creativity and engineering featuring over 1000 pieces of track & connectors and 79 boosters. The Ultimate track was over 625 feet long!!! It was definitely the envy of all of the kids in the room, and I hear more than once “I want to build this at our house”. And what kid would not want a Hot Wheels® track that zooms up over your bed, under your desk and climbs the walls!
I will be the first to admit that Hot Wheels® is a new area for me. As a child I played with a lot of Barbies, X-men and even Ninja Turtles. But I don’t think I had any Hot Wheels® sets of my own. Well that has all changed as the mom of 2 boys and we are having tons of fun building tracks and racing Hot Wheels® cars around the house.
I know my boys are still young, with Monkey being 3.5 yrs and Little Bear 1.5 years, but they both enjoy playing with Hot Wheels® in their own way. I love that the different sets are versatile enough to keep them both interested in playing now and for years to come. We are still keeping things fairly basic right now, with Little Bear enjoying the Daredevil Drop the most. He is able to load up the car and release the lever all by himself to watch the cars go flying.
Playing with Hot Wheels® is just not all about fun, I have been able to sneak in some great teaching moments while playing with Monkey. Using the 3-speed launcher we have been able to discuss the amount of “energy” we give the cars to go around the track. Too much and they will fly off, and not enough and they won’t make it very far. It is wonderful watching him play, having fun and learning new concepts at the same time.
Remember to break out the creativity when you are building you are not limited to keeping tracks on the floor! Use tables, chairs or even boxes to create multi-level tracks to race around. Hot Wheels® offers some great tips for successful track building to help you create an awesome track for your Hot Wheels® cars to zoom around.
Right now you can take part in the Hot Wheels® Track Builder Challenge! You may not be ready to take on a 1000 piece track build, but that does not mean your kids can’t create their own unique ultimate track for a chance to win a custom built track for your home and a Track Party hosted by Hot Wheels®!!! Taking part is easy, get creative and build your own ultimate Hot Wheels® Track. Snap a picture of it and submit it online to Hot Wheels® Track Builder Challenge. That is it, now you are entered to win a Ultimate Track of your very own! This contest is open to Canada (excluding QC) and will run until August 31, 2014. You can enter a new track every day, so lets get building to get those entries in!
Need a little help getting started? Enter to WIN a $50 Hot Wheels Prize Pack to kick of your track building!
Open to Canada Only. Ends May 5, 2014. Enter via the Giveaway Tools form below.
Disclosure: I am part of the Hot Wheels® Parent Connector Club. All opinions are strictly my own.


MRI machines look like intimidating massive tube-like structures where the patient enters the tube and powerful magnets capture images of their brain and body. People facing severe illnesses, or patients who are not in a condition to be brought into the room for taking their MRI scans face a lot of issues with the existing MRI machine. However, researchers have found a solution to fix this. Here is the solution that has been developed using the advancements in science and technology:
According to recent reports by leading science and technology portals, a company called Hypperfine has developed a portable MRI machine. The MRI machine can be shifted from one room to another and be kept at the bedside. The MRI machine costs $50,000, which is a lesser amount when compared to the costs of the traditional MRI machines.
Moreover, powering the portable MRI machine is a 0.064 Tesla magnet, which roughly translates to 10 times less power in comparison to the 1.5 Tesla magnet that is present in the conventional MRI machines. This MRI machine also does not require patients to be in a 'no-metal room', and they can use the device to take MRI scans even while wearing belts, watches, and other jewellery; which is a safety hazard in traditional MRI machines. According to the reports, the MRI machine also received clearance from the FDA for taking MRI scans of people's brain over the age of two years. On the same day as that of the FDA clearance of the portable MRI machine, a study was published about the machine involving 85 stroke patients who used the bedside MRI machine for a week. According to the data collected during the study, only six patients experienced claustrophobia, and a few could not fit into the portable MRI machine.
According to Kevin Seth, MD, Senior Author and chief physician at the Yale School of medicine, the medical fraternity, along with advancements in science and technology, have tried and flipped the concept of MRI. He says that the portable MRI machine is a crucial development in the transition from having to get the patients to the MRI facilities to bringing the MRI to the patients. Kevin Seth also confirms that their early work suggests that Hyperfine’s portable MRI machine is safe and viable to take MRI scans in a complex clinical care environment.
(with inputs from agencies)


The EU needs to build capacity to fight a large number of challenges ahead, such as climate change, increasing inequalities, demographic trends and the emerging geopolitical developments. The way we manufacture goods needs to adapt in order to build a prosperous future for the EU. This requires new manufacturing technologies and businesses that thrive through a vision that is inclusive, sustainable, circular, regenerative and collaborative. It also requires engaging with new players, companies, sectors and organizations to complement the existing EU manufacturing landscape in Europe and find innovative solutions to manufacturing pressing challenges.
This survey is an opportunity to gather the views of the wider European Manufacturing Community on future manufacturing priorities towards 2030 and beyond and to engage in co-creation for next work programmes, building on the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda of Made in Europe and EIT Manufacturing programmes.
The survey will also gather interest for a future workshop in autumn (provisional date 25 October 2021) that will bring together stakeholders for further discussion on the future manufacturing priorities of Europe.
For further details, check https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/71a36fe6-9c76-fa22-cfcd-0cc5ecbc07d9


BGA REBALLING SERVICES INFORMATION
September 1, 1998
SIX SIGMA has been processing BGA reballing (and initial attach) lots since shortly
after our parent company, Winslow Automation, acquired the SolderQuik TM
line of products from Raychem Corporation in February 1996. We have processed hundreds
of lots, ranging in size from 1 component to thousands of components. The SolderQuik
TM BGA Preform consists of an array of solder spheres held in a water dispersible
paper/polymer carrier. These preforms provide a simple, extremely flexible, repeatable
process, which requires very little operator skill.
Process Flow of SIX SIGMA BGA Reballing Lots
Reballing lots first receive an incoming QA inspection for catastrophic defects,
such as damaged or missing pads, exposed or damaged metallization, and substrate
cracks. The parts are then sent through an aqueous batch cleaning process, designed
to remove flux residues left on the part during board placement and removal. After
cleaning, the components are sent through a moisture removing bake of 125oC
for eight hours, and then dry packaged to prevent "popcorn" cracking and delamination
The next step is to remove the residual solder from the components which is typically
left from the board removal process. For lots containing only a few components,
we use solder wick and a temperature controlled soldering iron. For lots with larger
numbers of components, we remove residual solder using the Flexline«
Robotic Wave Solder System. Both "deballing" processes are followed by another clean
***Improper procedure for removal of residual solder can cause irreparable
damage making the pads unsolderable. Customer should never remove residual solder
before sending parts to SIX SIGMA for reballing.***
New solder sphere arrays are then attached using SolderQuik TM BGA
Preforms on an inline Heller convection oven.
After ball attach, the parts undergo a thorough post clean process. In-house
ionograph testing is done on random lots to insure that cleaning is sufficient.
A final QA inspection follows the completion of the reballing process, to insure
that the components meet our high standards of workmanship.
The final step, is to dry pack and seal the components before shipping back to
the customer. We strongly recommend that the customer perform a moisture removing
bake before putting the parts through another reflow cycle. Upon customer request,
we will perform this outgoing bake for no extra charge.
CBGA'S and High Lead (90Pb/10Sn) Solder Ball Attach
SIX SIGMA has also perfected a flexible process for the attach of high lead solder
spheres which is considerably more complicated than the process for eutectic solder
ball attach. We provide excellent control over eutectic solder volume, and high
lead ball alignment.


At Argo EMS, quality is a business philosophy. We focus on design and manufacturing excellence, paired with exceptional service, to achieve customer satisfaction with every project. We maintain a range of certifications, including ISO, Intertek, IPC and ITAR. We maintain strict processes and provide extensive testing services to ensure top quality.
Argo EMS has been ISO certified since 2002, when we became the first contract manufacturer of printed circuit board assemblies in the Northeast to gain registration. We have continuously maintained ISO registration and successfully transitioned to each new standard, including the current ISO 9001:2015 standard. Our ISO registration is a testament to the strict control of our processes, reporting, record keeping and documentation controls.
Argo understands that quality starts with employee training. We have IPC certified instructors on staff to ensure employees are highly skilled. Most employees are cross trained to fully understand our processes and have the ability to handle the majority of responsibilities in the manufacturing process. We maintain thorough detailed training procedures and records in accordance with ISO and IPC standards.
Argo uses Siemens Valor Process Prep and Unicam software for CAD translation of your PCB design. This software establishes many points of manufacturing precision and control:
- Programs Pick & Place equipment
- Programs Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment
- Creates Work and Assembly Instructions
- Generates Inspection Documentation used in our ViewStation Inspection Stations
By using this software, we are able to produce boards exactly to your design specifications and bill of materials quickly and accurately. To further ensure accuracy and consistency, we include photos and color descriptions for each step of the manufacturing process. The color-coded part numbering block diagrams match the appropriate color-coded component location on the assembly diagrams along with all necessary part characteristics, such as polarity marks and component shape outlines.
We maintain a rigorous first piece inspection system where each step of the assembly process is verified for completion and accuracy by a certified inspector prior to continuing production. This ensures your product is flawless throughout the manufacturing process. We use acceptable quality limits (AQL) to determine the frequency of in-process inspections. These continual inspections provide immediate feedback if any issues arise during manufacturing.
Should an issue arise, our technical service team reviews documentation and component information, and addresses any manufacturing difficulties. We believe in open communication with our customers, to minimize any lost time and ensure all decisions are correct and verified.
Our standard for final inspection is 100%. We utilize both manual visual inspection using 40x magnification and Automatic Optical Inspection using a Viscom SO3088 AOI. AOI provides 100% component and solder joint inspection through 8 high-resolution cameras. With advanced lighting, optics, and image processing capabilities, AOI greatly enhances inspection repeatability, accuracy and throughput.
In accordance with ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 standards, we perform an annual calibration on all test equipment ensuring accurate measurements are performed on your products and assemblies. All calibration records are maintained and archived in accordance with our AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 Quality System.
On August 22, 2012 the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published the regulations implementing the conflict minerals reporting obligations of Section 1502 of the U.S. Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act. Argo EMS is in the process of meeting the requirements of these regulations and will be in compliance well before the initial reporting date of May 31st, 2014.
Argo EMS is committed to a responsible supply chain that, among other requirements, is Conflict Free. To this end, we continue working with our supply chain to strengthen compliance and ensure only “DRC Conflict Free” materials are used.
Argo EMS and its suppliers do not purchase tin, tantalum, tungsten or gold directly from smelters or mines. Further, there are many supply chain layers that separate us from the smelters and mines from which these metals are sourced. Consequently, we require our suppliers to determine the sources and conflict status of the materials supplied to Argo EMS and its customers. More specifically, we require all Argo EMS suppliers to certify the smelters or mines from which the metals were obtained. Based on the written assurances Argo EMS has received from its suppliers, we have no indication that printed circuit board assemblies supplied by Argo EMS contain minerals from conflict mines or smelters in and around the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Argo EMS is pleased to announce that we are a conflict free supplier. Detailed compliance declarations are available upon request.
Argo EMS is committed to working within the EICC framework to provide verification of compliance throughout our supply chain. Information on the EICC and compliance tools available may be found at www.eciaonline.org and www.conflictfreesmelter.org. We fully understand the importance of this issue and we will continue gathering compliance information from our supply chain as sources are added and or changed.


Diamond Plate Motorcycle Flag Pole Kit with USA Flag - 13" Polished Aluminum Motorcycle Flag Mounts, Adjustable Brackets, Foldable Design - 6x9 Inch Double-Sided Weatherproof American Flag for Motorcycles
- Show Your American Pride - Let your patriotic colors fly by mounting motorcycle flags! This vehicle flag pole mount kit is an excellent addition to your bike for July 4th parades and other rides.
- Fits Most Motorcycles & Big Bikes - This flag pole for motorcycles comes with an adjustable mounting bracket or flag pole clamp built to fit the rear metal luggage rack of most motorbike brands.
- Foldable, Chrome-Finish Pole - This motorcycle flag mount features a polished aluminum steel finish. It's also foldable for up to 90°. It folds easily when you pull the steel pin at the base.
- Easy-Install Motorcycle Flag Kit - Our 13" motorcycle parade flag mount is secured by two bolts that can be easily screwed into place using a hex key or allen wrench. It only takes minutes to install.


Vancouver, Canada, July 6, 2023 – Seaspan Corporation (“Seaspan”), a global leader in containership ownership and management, in collaboration with Hapag-Lloyd, one of the leading global liner shipping companies, has entered into a Conversion Commitment Agreement with MAN Energy Solutions. Under the terms of the Agreement, MAN PrimeServ, MAN Energy Solutions’ after-sales division, will deliver 15 engine retrofit solutions for conversion of vessels powered by conventional S90 engines from the Seaspan and Hapag-Lloyd fleets to dual-fuel engines capable of running on methanol. This Agreement includes 45 optional engine retrofit solutions. Each conversion can provide a CO2 reduction of 50,000 –70,000 tonnes each year when operating on green methanol. MAN will build and test a base engine to qualify the methanol conversion technology and kits for the S90 engine, as these engines are no longer in production.
Peter Curtis, Seaspan Executive Advisor, said, “Developing this solution with MAN will enable the marine industry to progress its advances in decarbonization by means of improving performance of in-service conventional vessels. The challenges ahead cannot be met by newbuilding alone. We believe that retrofitting will be a necessary and major component of both our emissions abatement program, and that of the maritime industry. In addition, this solution creates an effective way to extend operational lifetimes of the existing fleet, deliver fuel flexibility, and avoid unnecessary additional newbuilds.
“This industry-leading effort between Seaspan, Hapag-Lloyd, and MAN demonstrates the necessity for increased collaboration across many aspects of our industry as we increasingly seek novel and innovative solutions to more complex and difficult challenges than we had in the past. Our forward thinking and collaborative mindset, working with our customers and technology partners for many years, has consistently provided a solid foundation for the continued growth and leadership position of Seaspan,” concluded Curtis.
Seaspan is the largest global containership lessor, primarily focused on long-term time charters with the world’s leading container shipping lines. With an industry-leading newbuild program of 70 vessels, Seaspan will bring its owned fleet to a total of 200 vessels and 1.9mn TEU capacity.
With a fleet of 250 modern containerships and a total transport capacity of 1.8 million TEU, Hapag-Lloyd is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies. Hapag-Lloyd aims at operating its vessels in a climate-neutral manner to become net-zero carbon by 2045.
Bing Chen, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Torsten Pedersen, Chief Operating Officer, signed the Agreement on behalf of Seaspan Corporation, while Thomas Leander, Head of Solutions and Site Manager, Frederikshavn, Denmark; Jens Seeberg, Head of Retrofits & Upgrades, MAN PrimeServ Denmark; and Brian Østergaard Sørensen, Vice President and Head of R&D, Two-Stroke Business signed on behalf of MAN Energy Solutions. The development of this solution opportunity has been led by Thomas Leander of MAN Energy Solutions, Peter Curtis, Executive Advisor, of Seaspan and Richard von Berlepsch, Managing Director Fleet of Hapag-Lloyd.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains certain forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) concerning future events. Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or that include words such as “will”, “believe”, “intend”, “plan”, “expect”, “estimate”, “project”, “forecast”, and similar expressions are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect management’s current expectations only as of the date of this release. As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on any forward-looking statements. Although these statements are based upon assumptions we believe to be reasonable based upon available information, they are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to factors detailed from time to time in our periodic reports and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Atlas Corp.’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2022. We expressly disclaim any obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether because of future events, new information, a change in our views or expectations, or otherwise. We make no prediction or statement about the performance of any of our securities.


New Tonganoxie bike to trike conversion business ready for boom
Dave Plomaritis’ love for motorcycling riding continued after his physical limitations started to diminish what he could do on two wheels.
The 64-year-old Leavenworth man’s passion for motorcycles traces to the moped he owned when he was 15. He graduated to an Indian and continued through a variety of bikes. But two back surgeries in the 1980s coupled with the unsafe drivers of Florida prompted him to give up his motorcycle license when he lived in that Southern state.
“I can walk and all that, but it’s difficult to hold a two-wheeled motorcycle up,” he said.
Plomaritis rekindled his love for riding in 2004 after he met the owner of Motor Trike at a Myrtle Beach, S.C., gathering. The Troup, Texas, company manufactures kits that convert select motorcycles to three-wheeled trikes.
Plomaritis has been a Motor Trike dealer since 2005, converting larger touring motorcycles to three-wheeled trikes.
“I got into this because I was in the situation many people are in where I can’t ride a two-wheeled motorcycle,” he said. “I was looking for a way to continue, and that’s this.
“I enjoy doing the same for other riders in my situation. I enjoy making trikes for those in the same situation.”
The kits replace a bike’s rear wheel, drive train and swingarm with replacement manufactured parts and a fiberglass rear body. Unlike some other conversion kits on the market, Motor Trike doesn’t require any welding or the alternation of remaining parts, Plomaritis said.
Customers include those too small to be comfortable on the large touring motorcycles that lend themselves to conversion, such as a woman from Junction City who wrecked the Harley Davidson she got to ride with her husband.
“After the crash, she was afraid to ride it and parked the bike in the garage,” he said. “They got a conversion, and she rides that bike everywhere. She’s got over 10,000 miles on it since the conversion.”
But Plomaritis said the bulk of his customers and those driving the popularity of Motor Trike, its competitors and the introduction of Can-Am two-wheel front-end trike are, like him, Baby Boomers.
It is a growing market he hopes to further tap into with his new Tonganoxie showroom and shop at 1601 Commerce Dr. in the Urban Hess Business Center.
“This location appeals to me because it is on the route I used to take from Leavenworth to Lawrence,” Plomaritis said. “It’s a very scenic route. When motorcyclists are out running, they take Leavenworth Road to Tonganoxie Road to connect to (U.S. Highway) 24.
“On any good riding Saturday, I can look out the window and see motorcycles.”
With the move from a home-based business, Plomaritis is offering after-market motorcycle products, while his wife, Barbara Gail, will offer apparel, he said.
The shop is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.


Great Lakes Dock and Materials, L.L.C. is one of the Great Lakes Regions Premier Marine Contractors. We own and operate one of the largest fleets in the region. Our ever-expanding fleet of equipment is second to none, capable of tackling nearly any project. Our equipment is as diverse as any in the region. In addition to our industry leading equipment, we offer a full staff of marine professionals. Whatever your needs, our team has the ability to tackle large and small projects of nearly any nature.
Great Lakes Dock and Materials specializes in dredging operations. We typically perform mechanical dredging, but hydraulic dredging when appropriate is in our wheelhouse. Our mechanical equipment is capable of swinging buckets up to 16 CY in capacity. We have some of the largest barge mounted conventional (cable crane) dredges in the region. In addition, Great Lakes Dock and Materials has large Excavators and Material handlers capable of utilizing up to 5 cubic yard buckets that can be either barge mounted or shore mounted as the project needs dictate.
For materials able to be placed in offshore dump sites, Great Lakes Dock and Materials fleet of split hull dump scows are the ideal tool for material transport. In addition to these barges, we also have a fleet of deck barges with material bins, well suited for sand materials or other debris requiring on shore disposal.
If hydraulic offloading of dredge spoils is called for, Great Lakes Dock and Materials has utilizes our custom built hydraulic offloader. This efficient process allows us to pump sand, mud and small debris at high production rated to distances over 2 miles if utilizing a booster pump.
Environmental Dredging and Habitat Improvement
Great Lakes Dock and Materials specialized equipment has the flexibility to be adapted to nearly all projects of this nature. Environmental projects typically are loaded with unique requirements and restrictions. A production minded one size fits all approach does not apply for these projects. Our ability to select from a wide variety of specialized equipment as well as fabricate or design custom tools and applications puts us at the forefront for services we can provide. We have designed custom turbidity enclosures to work in conjunction with our level cut environmental clamshell buckets to minimize and contain suspended sediments. We are proficient in utilizing precision positioning and monitoring sensors and software that allows us to work nearly as surgical underwater as is we were on land. We are able to use either larger conventional crane up to 16 cy or various size hydraulic material handlers or excavators from 2.5 to 5 cy capacity. If surgical hydraulic dredging or hydraulic offloading is required, our hydraulic pump system in conjunction with our hydraulic excavator can perform tasks that most other hydraulic dredges are not capable of. This tool is also customizable with a variety of head attachments to efficiently tackle a wide variety of materials to be dredged.
Our team of professionals has the experience and know how to tackle nearly even the most challenging of projects. Our personnel are all HAZWOPER certified and continually trained/certified to be able to react at a moment’s notice. In addition to environmental dredging, we perform a broad range of habitat improvement projects. These are often very similar in nature in that they almost always require a unique project dictated approach.
With the current high-water levels observed throughout much of the Great Lakes, this has become an increasingly more common need for our clients. Erosion, property destruction and encroaching shorelines are issues throughout the region. Great Lakes Dock and Materials is an industry leader in this area of work. Our large equipment is capable of handling stone up to 22 Tons or more. Our towing capabilities enable us to utilize the most cost-effective source for large quantities of big stone. Our ABS load lined barges and fleet of tugs are crucial components to getting materials on site. This is often the biggest hurdle for shoreline work. Our team of professionals uses proven methods and approaches to tackle even the most challenging of projects.
Bulkheads and Wharfs – Steel Sheeting and Repair
Being located on the Great Lakes, there is a large demand for existing bulkhead and wharf repair and installation. Great Lakes Dock and Materials is an industry leader in this field. Our Team of professionals has the knowledge and experience to tackle even the most demanding projects. Owning and operating some of the largest floating equipment in the Great Lakes allows us to tackle projects of any size and scope. Inspecting and repairing existing structures often involves the use of diving operations. Our in-house team ensures that we can meet all your needs. Whether it is Steel, Concrete or Wood, Great Lakes Dock and Materials can make it happen.
The size and volume of the commercial traffic along with wave conditions in the Great Lakes has warranted a significant investment in breakwaters of all shapes and sizes. Great Lakes Dock and Materials is able to provide the muscle to tackle these types of projects. Usually this work involves exposed conditions, large materials and completely waterborne self-sufficient equipment. If there is a breakwater in the Western Great Lakes, chances are we have worked on it in one fashion or another.
Docks and Marinas
Great Lakes Dock and Materials has the ability to design and construct nearly any marina or dock facility that you can imagine. From large commercial facilities to municipal marinas to private owners – We are the professionals you want on your project. We are a pre approved vendor for the State of Michigan for our floating dock system. Wether your contruction is fixed docks, floating docks or commercial docks, we have the equipment and know how to bring your project to life.
Great Lakes Dock and Materials Diverse and mobile fleet is well suited to perform or assist in salvage operations of nearly any nature. Many times these needs are of emergency nature and on an unplanned schedule. Environmental or other operational issues often dictate a swift response. Our Teams are dedicated to helping you through these often perilous circumstances.
On many projects that Great Lakes Dock and Materials undertakes, there is the need for commercial diving operations. Our own in-house team is qualified to perform nearly any task that may arise. Our team is familiar with working within strict USACE dive operation requirements. Safety is our main priority. Our team undergoes constant training as well as equipment maintenance and upgrades. Be it salvage, welding, cutting, rigging or inspection, our dive team is the solution for your project.
Marine Transportation and Towing
Great Lakes fleet of tugs and barges is capable of meeting nearly any need, no matter how big or small. We routinely barge stone from Quarries located a significant distance from our projects to give us a competitive advantage in material quality for both our projects as well as those for others. Our fleet of ABS Load Lined barges is able to transport materials or supplies wherever they are needed in the region. By owning our large fleet of tugs and the barges, we are unique in that we can tackle most construction projects while simultaneously providing transportation for materials and equipment. In addition, our home port facility in Muskegon provides us a large and well-equipped dock to stage and transload equipment and supplies.
Hydrographic Surveying, Sampling, Engineering and Design Build
Great Lakes Dock and Materials has our own team of Hydrographic and Marine Professionals. Additionally, we own and operate a diverse support fleet of some of the most advanced equipment in the Great Lakes Region. We can support any project. Our engineering staff can either provide a solution for your needs or work in conjunction with your team to streamline projects. For projects in the design stage, we have the equipment to survey and sample sediments for permitting or design.
Nearly all of our dredging and stone work equipment is equipped with the latest in real time dredge positioning/tracking equipment and software. Our operators are proficient in its use allowing us to maximize efficiency. Our survey capabilities are second to no one.


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