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The concepts in checking a late-model 5-speed or 6-speed Ford automatic transmission are very similar to checking the fluid level in a differential. You remove a plug and see if some dribbles out. This article will walk you through the process, step by step.
1Drive the vehicle for 10-15 minutes to warm it up. No need to get racy, just bring it up to operating temperature.
2When you get back to your garage or favorite shade tree, drive it up on equal-height ramps or blocks. Give yourself enough room to work, and make sure it is both secure and level.
3Move the range selector lever slowly through each gear. Stop in each position and allow the transmission to engage.
4Place the range selector lever in the PARK position.
5Set the emergency brake. Make sure the vehicle is stable. Get out and leave it idling in PARK and with the brake set.
6Don your protective gear. Carefully crawl under the vehicle. Warning: The hot exhaust pipes will burn you in an instant! Move slowly and carefully; no need to rush.
7Position your drain pan underneath the drain. Bring rags.
8Hold the larger drain plug with a wrench and remove the small (center) fluid level indicating plug using the Torx bit. Don't loosen that larger plug or you'll be walking! The fluid that will come out will be very hot!
9Keep the motor running until you have replaced the drain plug, tightening it to 89 inch (226.1 cm)-pounds (hand tight with a screwdriver-handled tool).
- A little bit of fluid should dribble out - this is normal.
Method 1 of 1:
If you need to add some fluid
1Keep the motor running. The transmission needs to have fluid actively being pumped into all the passages.
2Screw your (clean) fluid pump onto your bottle of high quality transmission fluid.
3Carefully screw the special Ford transmission plug adapter into the drain hole.
4Push the output-hose onto the special Ford transmission plug adapter.
5Carefully pump about half the quart into the transmission, then pause to check.
6Make sure your drip pan is in place, then remove the hose and watch for fluid flowing out.
7Once fluid starts flowing out you're almost done. You just need to be patient for a couple of minutes until the flood subsides, then wrap it up.
8Keep the motor running until you have replaced the drain plug, tightening it to 89 inch (226.1 cm)-pounds (hand tight with a screwdriver-handled tool).
9With the engine at operating temperature, and the transmission in park, remove the transmission dipstick located conveniently under the hood. If the level is in the crosshatch area, you are good. If it's low, add til full. If it smells burnt, have it flushed. No need to crawl under the vehicle to check the level unless you have a manual transmission.Advertisement
QuestionMy 2003 Ford Explorer transmission doesn't have a dip stick, how do I check the level?Community AnswerThere's a plug on the side of the transmission. With the vehicle running, in park, and on level ground, fluid should drip from the plug-hole if full.
QuestionWhat type of fluid goes in a manual 91 Ford Ranger transmission?Community AnswerATF Dexron.
- 2002-2005 Thunderbird
- 2005-2009 Mustang
- 2002-2009 Explorer
- 2007-2009 Explorer Sport Trac
- Applications: This was written for a 2004 Ford Explorer equipped with a 5-speed 5R55W automatic transmission. The same procedures should apply for other Ford vehicles with 5R555/5R55N/5R55W transmissions.
- 2002-2006 Lincoln LS
- 2003-2005 Aviator
- 2002-2009 Mountaineer
- Time: Approximately 2.5 hours
- As of this writing, the example vehicle has nearly 100,000 miles (160,000 km) on it, with over 10,000 of those miles pulling a 4,000 pound full size travel trailer from the Southeastern US to the Southwestern US to the Rocky Mountains and to the Great Lakes. Under these severe conditions, the fluid is changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) and the vehicle has no problems so far.
- You will be doing this with the vehicle hot and idling. There is a world of instant pain and permanent scarring if you're not careful here. Wear long a heavy sleeve shirt with a high wool or cotton content.
- About over-filling and under-filling: Others have published research on what happens if you get too little or too much fluid in an automatic transmission. Neither is good. Over-filling can cause foaming, excess pressures, and leaks. Under-filling can cause slipping, starvation for lubricant, and wildly fluctuating pressures. Both cause premature transmission failure.
- Throughout this whole process you have to keep your motor running, because as soon as you turn it off, fluid will start draining out of passages and cooler lines down and out of your transmission. That's bad.
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I've started the process of building a desk lamp using an array of white LEDs attached to a printed circuit board. This is based on a design by Ingo Maurer. Here's a picture of the Maurer lamp.
Here is the schematic for the first 9 strings of LEDs and resistors:
In reality, however, there will be 168 strings, for a total of 504 LEDs. Notice that these 9 strings only draw 187.1 mA. This means that the entire lamp will probably draw about 3.5 Amps at it's brightest, and it will be extremely bright. The lamp will be powered by a simple ~ 4Amp 12-volt power supply with a variable current limiter using a MOSFET and variable resistor.
Here's the board layout of a smaller version with only 26 strings:
As this circuit board isn't an "off-the-shelf" item, I'm having the good folks at ExpressPCB etch one to my specifications. They have a great process where one can use their software to "build" your schematic and board, and then send it to them electronically. They then etch it and ship it overnight. You can have a custom board delivered to your door within a few days (or faster, if you're willing to pay to expedite the service). Pretty neat.
The board will be held above the desk by a small vice-grip pliers, welded to a steel rod. At its other end, the rod will be welded to a 2" diameter solid metal ball, held in place by a large metal bushing welded to a steel plate. I've not yet completed designing the armature apparatus. Because it's relatively low voltage, I've decided to leave the circuit board completely exposed - It's cooler looking that way. Although, I may coat it with a few layers of varnish to afford some protection against accidental spills.


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The Organ, while being a fairly modest instrument, is remarkable for its endurance and originality. It was given in memory of Thomas William (Willie) Kite, son of Thomas Kite of “Woolstone”.
It was manufactured in Clapham, London in 1883 and shipped across the world by ship and bullock wagon to its present site. It was first played on Sunday 29 July 1883.
The maker, A Hunter and Son, showed great understanding of the Australian circumstances which existed at the time. The organ lacks any reed stops, no doubt because such stops require regular tuning and he anticipated the lack of skilled people to do this work.
The organ has been in use every Sunday with the exception of a period during 2020 when church services were prohibited due to Coronavirus. To the best of our knowledge it has never broken down and remains in “almost” original condition, with the exceptions of an electric blower, an electric light, and a modified swell pedal.
Originally the organ was installed on a mezzanine level above the entrance to the church, but was moved to its current position in 1894. The manual pumping handle, which is still serviceable, would appear to have been moved from the left hand side to the right hand side at this time.
The manual pumping provision was used as recently as 2019 when the electrical supply authority needed to carry out maintenance and decided that shutting off electricity would cause minimal disturbance if they did it on a Sunday morning.
The specification of the organ is limited, but despite the small number of different ranks, the builder has provided an adequate variety for normal use in leading church worship. It is not a concert instrument, but represents a masterly compromise in the selection of a limited number of stops which allow it to deliver from some quiet string pipes for meditative voluntaries, up to a full chorus for lively congregational singing.
The following is a link to the organ’s entry on the Organ Historical Trust of Australia website.
Nowadays we are again faced with a shortage of skilled organ builders and tuners, but we are fortunate that Ian Brown and Associates attends once or twice a year from Ballina. Conveniently, they also maintain the organ in the Bathurst All Saints Cathedral, which is a much bigger instrument than ours and requires attention about four times a year, so it is possible to schedule visits to both organs during the same trip.
Time has taken its toll on the organ and the most significant things are the drying out of the timbers in the windchests leading to cracking and air leakage, drying and deterioration of the stoppers in the stopped pipes, which affects their tuning and tone, and deterioration of the leather in the bellows, which while not giving any trouble so far, cannot be expected to last much longer.
The cost of a rebuild would be in the order of $50,000 to $80,000 and we cannot see it being possible to make such an expenditure at the present time.
This was not the first organ installed in this Church. In 1841 a Barrel Organ was installed which played 12 tunes. At the time it was the largest musical instrument brought over the mountains. In 1863 it was converted to allow it to be played from a keyboard.
The Original Church Hall has now been sold and is in private ownership. There was an organ installed in that Hall which has recently been reinstalled at West Granville. Details of this organ are available on the Organ Historical Trust Website.


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Jeff Kean, the outgoing executive director of the Opera House, reported Thursday that the Thornton S. Glide Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation has provided funding to replace all of the black stage curtains for the Opera House.
"The existing curtains were installed during the renovation in the 1980s and had reached the end of their useful life," Kean reported.
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All upgrades will be complete by Jan. 31.
"Our black curtains, a necessary fixture for most theaters, were looking quite worn out," Kean stated. "The Glide grant allowed us to replace them all with new lightweight fabric that has better fire retardant.
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Built-in Security+ 2.0® Radio Receiver:
- Provides industry leading technology only found in LiftMaster Commercial Door Operators.
- Increased security – with every click, a new code is sent to the Commercial Door Operator ensuring the door opens only for the individual pressing the remote.
- Enhanced radio communicates with tri-band frequency to improve range and reduce interference – assuring the door opens, stops and closes conveniently and reliably every time.
- Provides functionality for the operator to automatically close the door as soon as the vehicles are clear, eliminating the potential for theft and damage, keeping your business secure while you’re away.
Maintenance Alert System:
- Provides reminder to contact your LiftMaster Dealer for routine maintenance.
- System can be set to alert upon a calendar date or after a selected number of operator cycles.
1. Safety Sensors
Stop the door from closing if an obstruction is detected, protecting personnel, vehicles, aerial ladders and other high apparatus obstructions.
2. 3-Button Station with Maintenance Alert System
Lets you open, close and stop the door quickly. An indicator light lets you know when it’s time for routine maintenance.
Why Automate Your Commercial Doors?
- Assures commercial doors cannot be manually opened from the outside by someone trying to gain access to commit theft.
- Increases the life expectancy of the door and reduces service costs associated with ensuring proper operation of commercial doors. Commercial door operators open and close doors in a controlled manner eliminating the potential for doors to raise too quickly or slam when being closed.
- Reduces the opportunity for a soft tissue injury to occur when opening or closing a commercial door manually, preventing workplace injury claims, loss of time and potential increased insurance premiums.
LiftMaster’s Business Solutions are integrated packages, assuring seamless integration of a motorized commercial door system. The combination of advanced technology, features and accessories provided by LiftMaster, simplifies the process of determining the best solution to meet the needs of your business.


Living in the modern world, we all understand how deeply UAVs and drones penetrate our everyday lives. We deliver packages or shoot wedding videos with drones; furthermore children play with drones. Finally, drone operators are not always responsible people and still do not understand all the risks of using drones near the airports.
Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd, a company specializing in protecting aircrafts from birds and drones, pays great attention to the problem of uncontrolled and dangerous use of drones near the takeoff strips of civilian airports.
According to the information of manufacturers of the most civil passenger airplanes, the modern aircraft engines are designed to resist the hit of small birds. However, drones are much heavier than birds; the drones are made not only of plastic, but also of very hard metal, and unlike birds they can damage the engines and windshields of the aircrafts and endanger the aircrafts. Therefore, it is impossible and dangerous to completely deny the risk of the drones slapping into the aeroengines on the take-off and landing.
Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd introduces automated systems for detecting UAVs and drones near the airports and integrated systems for suppressing control of UAVs and drones. Using powerful microwave pulses, such systems perturb the drone control channel before approaching the dangerous areas of the airports, and such UAVs and drones lose control and fall before reaching the boundaries of the hazardous areas.
The system for suppressing UAVs and drones is certified by the Civil Aviation Administration and is absolutely safe for the aircrafts and does not perturb the operation of the aircraft systems. The system can be deployed at any aerodrome in any climatic zone since all modules of the system are tight and moisture-proof and also designed to operate both in winter temperatures as well as in hot climates.
Many modern airports in Europe and Asia are already installing similar security systems to protect airport runways from UAVs and drones. The products offered by Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd are currently important and necessary in the market and meet all modern standards and requirements.
The experience of Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd in the supply, installation, commissioning, adjustment, integration of automatic drone suppression systems for airports allows us to solve multifaceted and demanding tasks achieving the best results.
Bel Trading & Consulting Ltd is ready to cooperate in this field with both equipment manufacturers and system consumers and customers.


Ailite Electronic Appliance Development co., Ltd
Contact: Gao Lun
Tel: 0760-86332248 86388816
Mobile: 18928133656 13702532243 Gao Lun Hao
Ali website: https://zsailite8.1688.com
Address: 1.2.3 Floor, No. 3, Street, Yagang Industrial Zone, Sanxiang Town
First, the product features:
1. The intelligent moisture-proof cabinet adopts the latest special materials in the world to dehumidify the principle of condensation. It has dehumidification fast, dehumidification takes effect in 1-3 hours, and reaches ultra-low humidity RH25%-50%. No need for empty cabinet preset operation, power can be absorbed, control knob adjustment, constant humidity and no fault.
2. Special dehumidification module, no compressor, no fan, quiet and no noise, no heat effect, uniform RH value in the cabinet.
3. The cabinet adopts DC input, which consumes less power, saves energy and is environmentally friendly, and has no leakage danger, so that the storage is protected from high voltage and electric leakage and potential danger of fire.
4. It has the storage function of moisture-proof, anti-mite, anti-mildew, anti-rust, anti-deterioration, dustproof, etc. It is the storage method with the lowest cost of preserving items.
Second, the applicable parameters
Relative humidity RH% ideal for storing objects
45% - 55% camera, lens, photo, negative, CD, painting, antique, camera, coin, stamp, leather goods, CD, semiconductor products, tape, design drawings, musical instruments, microscope
35%-45% precision instruments, electrical and electronic supplies, measuring tools, precision molds, semi-conductive slides, capacitors, batteries, optical coatings and components, light sources, printed circuit boards, precision bearings, crystals, EL,
15% - various research reagents, sample specimens, seeds, dried pollen and
35% spices, snacks, coffee, dry foods, chemical powders, tobacco, tea, herbs, chemical powders, filters
<15% special chemicals, precision electronic parts, BGA, LCD
1. Humidity sensor accuracy <8%RH measurement range 10-99% RH
2. Ambient temperature 0-50 ° C
3. The meter responds quickly and recovers quickly after immersion or condensation.
4. Fully intertwined, less affected by temperature, long-term stability and reliability, is the most advanced control instrument.
Fourth, the use of guidance
1. Place a stable cabinet, the back of the cabinet is about 5-10cm away from the wall and objects. Adjust the adjustable feet and laminates as required.
2. As shown in Figure 1, the power supply hidden model can be plugged in as long as the AC plug is plugged in. Insert the rectified power plug to place the storage in the moisture-proof cabinet at the same time.
3. After starting the machine, adjust the optimal constant humidity value of the storage (refer to the common parameter expression). At this time, the movement equipment in the cabinet starts to work, and the humidity in the cabinet is gradually discharged.


At Vantage Catamarans we think the best position to be is at the front. We are leading the way in designing and constructing the most technologically evolved catamaran on the market.
The design team has a proud history of being at the cutting edge of Offshore Racing Multihull development.
We will be using the best composite production facility in the world.
An exceptional British bespoke furniture and interior design studio has joined the team to create and fit the innovative interiors.
Under the leadership of a British entrepreneur and adventurer, the Vantage team will bring design innovation and the highest build quality to the market, giving you outstanding performance.


A number of different items may be meant by the term door hardware. These are essentially the mechanisms of a door – the accouterments that adorn a door in a functional sense, above and beyond its basic form (i.e. a rectangular piece of wood, metal, or other material in a frame). Let’s take a look at some of these common pieces of door hardware:
Locks and Latches
Door locks come in a huge variety and this variety gets even greater if you look at how they have evolved through time. The basic principle of most locks is a bolt of some sort. This bolt need only be some sort of bar, cylinder, lug, or other contrivance that extends from the swinging part of the door into some kind of receiving area on the frame. This simply stops the door from swinging open.
This basic idea leads to locks of all types – ordinary keyed locks, hand operated dead bolt locks, simple latched locks, and so on. These all employ this same sort of locking mechanism. Even the ordinary latch that is turned by the door handle and fits into the latch plate is a kind of bolt, and on many ordinary keyed locks the handle is prevented to from turning when the door is locked so that this latch or bolt stays where it is, holding the door shut.
Handles are directly related to locks as noted above. Turning the handle generally makes the latch come out of the latch plate, allowing the door to open. Handles are often of the common circular shape or have some other form such as straight, bar-like handles and so on.
Hinges are also an essential piece of door hardware. They, of course, allow the door to swing. They are mounted on one side of the door and on to the frame. Generally made of steel, brass, or some alloy, they need to be strong to support the weight of the door and to keep it swinging accurately and smoothly.
The foregoing are the main types of door hardware. These are all a door needs to function in a basic sense. There is, however, the possibility of adding other types of hardware to a door. For instance, one could conceivably add a door sweep at the bottom. This is most often a thin piece of aluminum with either a piece of rubber or a brush like fibers of some natural or synthetic material that prevent drafts from coming in under the door. These are very handy for drafty exterior doors and are often included with screen doors. They are usually screwed to the front of the door or otherwise affixed.
Other pieces of additional hardware common to find are racks and hooks. Racks and hooks allow items to be hung on the door. Like the other pieces of hardware mentioned, they come in all shapes and sizes. They are often purchased by the end user of the door and screwed into place.


Every year, wind turbines kill thousands of birds and bats, and because wind energy is growing so rapidly within the United States, this issue will only continue to grow unless changes are made. However, there may be progress in this area. About an hour east of San Francisco, Altamont Pass has been testing solutions to resolve this issue plaguing the wind energy sector.
Over the past years, Altamont has made efforts in reducing bird deaths by shutting down turbines in low wind months of winter as well as removing particularly hazardous turbines. Though today, an even larger effort is underway in order to decommission old turbines and replace them with new ones that will ideally kill fewer birds.
These new turbines are made with bonnet-like flaps that ring the perimeter of the turbine. The compact design is said to not only boost efficiency, but as they also sit above the typical height of bird flight paths, will greatly reduce the amount of bird deaths. However, there are still many tradeoffs. The larger, more efficient structures replacing the traditional turbines tend to sit four to five times taller than the older turbine, which still end up causing a great amount of deaths.
According to Graham Martin, an ornithologist in the UK, experiments have shown that migratory birds do not pay attention to what’s ahead of them, rather looking side to side and to the ground for hunting efforts. So simply changing the visibility of a turbine is not an effective solution in reducing this problem.
However, when comparing the costs and advantages of wind power over something like coal-powered plants, the impact on bird species may outweigh the environmental costs of nonrenewable resources. Ultimately, no technology comes without costs, but researchers will continue to work to mitigate its impacts.
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- How many watts does a 90 amp welder use?
- Can you run a TIG welder off a generator?
- Will a plasma cutter cut through paint?
- Do you need gas to run a plasma cutter?
- How many amps does a plasma cutter draw?
- What size breaker do I need for a plasma cutter?
- How thick can a 50 amp plasma cutter cut?
- How thick can plasma cutter cut?
- What does a plasma cutter use to cut?
- Can I run my welder off a generator?
- Will a 7000 watt generator run a welder?
- How much does it cost to run a plasma cutter?
- Can you run a plasma cutter off a generator?
- How many watts does a plasma cutter use?
- Do you need an air compressor for a plasma cutter?
How many watts does a 90 amp welder use?
Re: What Generator Wattage Is Needed to Run A 115V Welder Most 115V welders need at least 15Amps, 20A is better.
115 x 15 = 1725 watts.
Can you run a TIG welder off a generator?
As long as the generator can make that many amps, it should be OK. I have run tig welders on generators before without issue, but mostly lower amp settings than full bore balls to the wall that you need to tig thick aluminum. … At 10,000 watts and 230 volts you’ve got roughly 40 amps to play with.
Will a plasma cutter cut through paint?
A cutting speed chart showing the rated cutting speed for the power source for mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel of various thicknesses. … Although plasma can cut through painted metal, it does require a solid connection on a clean part of the workpiece as close as practical to the work area.
Do you need gas to run a plasma cutter?
Compressed Air is the most commonly used gas for lower current plasma cutting and works well for most metals from gauge thickness to 1 inch. It leaves an oxidized cut surface. Compressed air can also be used for plasma gouging on carbon steel.
How many amps does a plasma cutter draw?
For 3/8” cut, 40 amps works out well for most brands of plasma cutters. For ½” cut, 50 amps works out well, etc. Keep in mind this isn’t the maximum thickness of cut that a plasma cutter is capable of cutting but rather, it is a good rule to follow for decent cutting speed and quality.
What size breaker do I need for a plasma cutter?
Several 12- and 25-amp plasma cutters, such as the Spectrum 125C or Spectrum 375, operate using 115 or 230 V power. If your input circuit has a 30-amp breaker, you even get equal cutting capacity at both voltages (with a 20-amp breaker, cutting capacity drops by 20 percent).
How thick can a 50 amp plasma cutter cut?
1.0″50 Amp Digital Air Inverter Plasma Cutter handles cuts up to 1.0″. Designed for both demanding industrial and construction work, or home and hobby use. You can cut stainless steel, alloy steel, mild steel, copper aluminum, and other metal materials.
How thick can plasma cutter cut?
about 1 inchPlasma cutters are used to perform cutting and gouging operations, with the average hand-held system capable of cutting a maximum metal thickness of about 1 inch. Plasma typically requires a source for compressed air and a substantial amount of electrical power.
What does a plasma cutter use to cut?
Plasma cutting is a process that cuts through electrically conductive materials by means of an accelerated jet of hot plasma. Typical materials cut with a plasma torch include steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass and copper, although other conductive metals may be cut as well.
Can I run my welder off a generator?
The truthful answer is not always a “yes”. Sure, plug virtually any inverter welder into a generator and it will likely operate to some level. But not all machines have the protection required to avoid damage from ‘dirty’ or unpredictable generator power supply in the long term.
Will a 7000 watt generator run a welder?
Subject: Re: 7000 Watt Generator, what will it handle? Size wise it should do fine with the MIG, Occasionally a generator and a load like a welder with an active rectifier section will have problems with instability. The factory units are tested as the combination welder/generator, but all bets are off in the others.
How much does it cost to run a plasma cutter?
When it comes to operating cost, you have to take into consideration power, gases, consumables, abrasive, and routine maintenance cost. Plasma operating cost would again be the lowest, and is typically estimated at approximately $15/hour.
Can you run a plasma cutter off a generator?
Re: Running plasma off a generator Not all plasma systems work the same on a generator output. Plasma systems tend to have a relatively high inrush current…..which often can cause a voltage droop as soon as the arc tries to fire, which will cause the plasma to not fire.
How many watts does a plasma cutter use?
1,320 wattsThe power of your plasma cutter can be determined by multiplying the voltage by the amperage. For instance, when you use a 12-amp cutter with a 110-volt power source, you will have up to 1,320 watts of cutting power, which can cut through quarter-inch steel [source: Miller].
Do you need an air compressor for a plasma cutter?
Therefore, all plasma cutters need an air compressor to generate enough air pressure for the task. If you buy a plasma cutter without a built-in source of air, you’ll need a separate air compressor.


Model: Genesis AKX-302A-53
Gender: UnisexFrame Size (mm):
Frame Material: Titanium
Take a second look. And maybe a third. You’re bound to notice. The skill and savvy needed to create this frame are of the highest level— or, as Akoni designers explain, “there’s definitely an art in being able to make something that is so sophisticated appear so minimal and simplified.”
The Genesis, despite its thin lines, relies on a great amount of impressive embellishment and masterful technical solutions. The skilled craftsmanship, in particular, is exemplary—since it is far from easy to create these thin, many-leveled lines in titanium. In sum, this is a design that plays with many paradoxes—lightweight yet bold, minimal yet complicated, sleek yet multi-faceted. It’s worth that second look.
- Titanium frame with hand brushed antique finish
- Matte Black Ceramic nose pads
Lens: Any and all prescriptions can be filled at Good See Co.
Warranty: 1 Year Manufacturer
Handcrafted in JapanAuthorized Akoni Dealer
- Plastic (CR-39) is our most basic material. We recommend this lens for patients with low prescriptions due to the thickness and weight of CR-39. This lens has no shatter or scratch resistance. Anti-reflective coating is included.
- Polycarbonate is the most common material used for patients. It is shatter & scratch resistant, and is lighter & thinner than plastic. We recommend this material for patients with a low to medium prescription. Anti-reflective coating is included.
- Trivex is the newest material available on the market. This material is the most lightweight and provide the most clarity. We recommend this material for patients with a low to medium prescription. Anti-reflective coating is included with a 2-year warranty that covers any damage.
- High Index 1.67 is great for patients with a medium to medium high prescription. This lens is about 20% thinner than polycarbonate.
- High Index 1.74 is the absolute thinnest lens available anywhere. We recommend this lens to patients with a medium high prescription to a high prescription. This lens is about 20% thinner than High Index 1.67.


Durable and high performing Line Boring Machines at competitive rates
We, Maxpreci Machines Pvt. Ltd. was established in the year 1995 to take machine tool industry to the newer heights of success. With the support of robust infrastructure and professional team, we design and develop precision engineered machines such as Crank Shaft Grinding Machines, Vertical Cylinder Fine Boring Machine, Vertical Cylinder Honing Machine, Line Boring Machine, Cylinder Boring Machine, Vertical Hydraulic Surface Grinding Machine, Connecting Rod Boring Machine, and others. These machines are durable and available in various grades and specifications. Motors, Gears, and Bearing Housing of the machines are made using high quality steel that provide extensive strength to the structure.
Our team of qualified and experienced technocrats come up with innovative designs of Engine Re-building Machine and Special Purpose Machine that meet the end to end requirement of the clients. Our strategic location in the IT hub of India i.e. Bangalore enables us to associate with high professional engineers, technicians, and skilled workers. Furthermore, we have advanced manufacturing facility, high production capacity, and state-of-the-art testing facility to manufacture superior range of Line Boring Machine, Two Wheeler Single Cylinder Honing Machine, Two Wheeler Single Cylinder Boring Machine, Valve Seat Cutting Machine, Tool Grinder, and others. All these factors contribute in making us tall as a manufacturer, exporter, and supplier in India.


Designed for ultra-low level sulfur analysis of diesel, petrol (gasoline) and other fuels, the Rigaku Micro-Z ULS wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) instrument features a novel design that measures both the sulfur peak and the back-ground intensity. The ability to measure and correct for changes in background intensity delivers a better net peak intensity measurement, resulting in superior calibrations and enhanced real world precision. Rigaku Micro-Z ULS complies with ASTM 2622-10, ISO 20884 and JIS K2541-7 methods.
Superior optics for reliable sulfur analyses
The Rigaku Micro-Z ULS is the ideal solution for sulfur analysis of petroleum based fuels, with a lower limit of detection (LLD) of 0.3 ppm sulfur. Employing robust fixed optics in a vacuum environment, and featuring a specially designed doubly curved RX-9 analyzing crystal, the Micro Z ULS delivers consistent high sensitivity measurements.
ASTM D2622 performance for non-technical users
Specifically designed for non-technical users, all operations – from calibration through routine analysis – can be performed via the easy-to-use interface. And the analyzer can be powered by any standard “wall” AC outlet.
• Ultra-low sulfur analysis of diesel and gasoline
• 0.3 ppm lower limit of detection (LLD)
• No He(g) purge required
• Easy-to-use benchtop analyzer
• Complies with ASTM D2622-10
• Complies with ISO 20884
• Complies with JIS K2541-7
Recent developments in ultra low sulfur (ULS) fuel have improved fuel efficiency and created cleaner exhaust gas. Globally, the permitted sulfur limit in fuel oils has been decreased to 10ppm in many countries and regions. For compliance verification, X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometry is the definitive analysis tool for use at distribution terminal and refineries, as well as mobile or stationary testing laboratories.
In recent years, there has been an increasing need for an instrument which does not require the use of helium gas, for instances, when acquisition or delivery of helium to the analysis site is difficult.
The Micro-Z ULS (ultra low sulfur) is newly developed Sulfur analyzer which does not requires helium gas in operation. This application note demonstrates that Micro-Z ULS can meet the requirements of ASTM D2622-10.


The top of the Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower in downtown Baltimore, MD.
Erected in 1911, the Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower stands 288.7 feet tall. The tower is named after its inventor, Captain Isaac E. Emerson. Inspired by the Palazzo Vecchio, which Emerson saw during a trip to Florence, Italy, in 1900, the base of the building originally was a factory. Today at the corner of Eutaw & Lombard Steets, the base of the building serves as a firehouse. The tower itself includes 33 artist studios managed by the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts. What makes the building standout are the four clock faces that have the letters B-R-O-M-O S-E-L-T-Z-E-R around its border.
Photo By: Anthony Washington
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LONGVIEW – LeTourneau University has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the W. M. Keck Foundation. The funds will be used for the purchase and installation of a new scanning electron microscope (SEM) in the Kielhorn Welding and Materials Joining Engineering Laboratory at the school. A news release from the school says the new equipment will assist in modernizing existing materials joining engineering courses focused on welding metallurgy. It will also be used in biology and chemistry lab courses that will be able to add modules to introduce undergraduate students to SEM imaging. The new SEM is expected to be purchased and installed this spring and ready for use by summer, with undergraduate students across campus expected to be using it for a variety of different projects starting in the fall.


The Knife Gate Slurry Valve by NewCon Co
The NewCon knife gate valve offers 100% isolation without the inconvenience of slurry being expelled to atmosphere. With NewCon, nearby equipment is safe from the mess caused by other KGV’s, and a Newcon valve will keep slurry inside the pipe where it belongs for a very long time.
For nearly 30 years, NewCon Company has been manufacturing abrasive resistant, knife gate slurry valves. The NewCon valve has evolved, and proven itself, over and over, to be dependable, price competitive, and to be the permanent, long-term solution for abrasive slurries.
Contact us today for information about NewCon Company’s knife gate slurry valve.


Originally featured on Bike Exif - HERE
The Chappell brothers are no strangers to these pages. Over the years, they’ve produced an impressive string of bikes—despite living hundreds of miles apart.That distance has proved hard to manage, so these equally talented builders each handle their own projects nowadays. Chris operates as Chappell Customs out of Los Angeles, while Rob spins wrenches in Ontario, Canada, under the alias Origin8or.
This is Rob’s newest build, and we’re still trying to pick our jaws up off the floor.
It’s a 1981 Honda CB900F. Or rather, it was: Rob’s bumped it up to 985cc and thrown enough upgrades at it to make our eyes water.
“This build began three years ago,” Rob tells us, “right after I sold the white CB985 featured on Bike EXIF.”
“I figured I would spend the winter building the white bike’s replacement. Fast forward to the present: After six more client builds and a GSX-R1100 personal ride later, I finally got the CB finished.”
Rob wanted his new CB985 to stand apart from its predecessor—so he decided to finish it in black and play with its lines a bit.
Even though the donor bike’s fuel tank was in pristine condition he cut into it—reshaping it with knee indents and flush mounting a new pop-up cap.
Rob then customized a Kawasaki KZ1000 tailpiece to fit the Honda.
(He’s made a mold of it, so that he can offer the unit to others via his
website). Brother Chris also makes seats under the ‘Tuffside‘ label, so Rob commissioned a one-off perch for his CB.
It’s an absolute knockout—upholstered with suede, carbon and leather, and finished with yellow stitching.
Underneath is a superbly crafted subframe, with a triangulated single
shock mount. It’s hooked up to a 2008 Yamaha R6 swingarm and shock.
Matching it up front is a 2008 Suzuki GSX-R750 front-end, capped off with a top triple clamp from Cognito Moto. Rob took care to clean up and brace the main frame where needed too.
The Honda’s rolling on new Carrozzeria V-Track forged wheels, with
Dunlop GP-A rubber (120 at the front with a whopping 190 at the rear).
Wave rotors at both ends, and braided hoses, add a smidgen more stopping
As mentioned, Rob tore the engine down and rebuilt it a little bigger. It’s now packing 985cc, helped along by a set of Keihin CR31 carbs and K&N filters. There’s also a new oil cooler, with braided lines and Earl’s fittings, and a stunning four-into-two exhaust from Cycle-X.
All the engine bits have been powder-coated gloss black, to
compliment the matte black engine block. There are stainless fasteners
throughout—and an anodized black billet sprocket cover from RICCI
Engineering in Australia.
Rob ripped out the electrical system too—rewiring the entire bike with a car-style start switch, Dynatek ignition, new coils and an Antigravity lithium-ion battery. Everything’s been neatly tucked away, leaving the big four with a lean look (despite its brawny demeanor).
The CB985 is finished off with a long list of carefully selected parts. The clip-ons and foot controls are from Woodcraft; the latter are mated to adjustable Yamaha R6 rearset mounts.
There’s also an LED taillight with integrated turn signals, and a
license plate bracket with illumination. With everything combined, the
bike is totally street legal (there’s a Rizoma mirror too, but it didn’t
make it into the photos).
Throughout the project, Rob wanted to walk the line between classic and contemporary. So finding the right color scheme was crucial.
“I played around with many different themes—solid black, black
silver, solid silver—but they all made the bike look too new. I wanted
to showcase the new parts, of course, but still wanted a retro feel that
would highlight some of the bike’s heritage.”
The final scheme turned out to be a cocktail of black pearl, metallic silver, lemon sting, liquid copper and metallic red. Rob handled the paint himself—along with all the welding, fabrication and engine work involved.
And he’s completely nailed it: his CB985 is refined and crisp, but
retains an air of brawniness and purpose. Now excuse us while we wipe
the drool from our keyboards.


Excavator Battery Packs
The Benefits of Using Excavator Rubber Tracks
Thinking of purchasing excavator rubber tracks in Sydney? Wondering if they are the right kind for your machine? You are at the right place. The following is a lowdown of the benefits of using excavator rubber tracks. Rubber tracks have a large surface area which allow them to be maneuvered with ease. They also offer the correct balance for larger vehicles thus making them easier to work with.
Excavator rubber tracks can be used for the following purposes
- The kind of industries which require heavy material to be transferred from one place to another. Excavator tracks allow ease of purpose and this lets al heavy objects be transported with relative ease.
- Industries related to construction.
- Agricultural industries, mostly tracks are used in fields.
- Rubber tracks work well on concrete floors as well. When compared to any other kind of tracks they offer a smoother and pleasant ride. Plus the fact that they cause as little damage as possible on the roads is an added benefit. When compared to steel tracks, the damage is almost non-existent.
- Rubber tracks are resilient and sturdy, this is why it’s the number one choice of people working in the construction and agricultural industries. These tracks can work for years without tearing or the need to be repaired.
- The supple an agile nature of these tracks is another plus. After all the easier it is to maneuver a vehicle the better it can transport material from one place to another. They can glide easily over any kind of challenging surface yet at the same time provide a smooth and bump free ride. This is easy on the person who’s driving the excavator as well.
- However care should be taken that the tracks aren’t used on surfaces which are too jagged because this might cause a tear to occur in the tracks and which might need to be repaired to avoid further damage.
- The tough and sturdy rubber tracks are less prone to wear and tear. They don’t get punctured too easily. There are modular steel plates placed in the rubber tracks, these allow the tracks to be able to withstand any kind of surface.
- The large surface area of rubber tracks allows it to distribute the weight of the vehicle easily and without a great deal of hassle. Plus it can be easily maneuvered in areas which are too soft and where any other track would get jammed easily thus making movement a lot more difficult than usual. The easy traction allows material to be transported with ease.
- Any kind of movement when forward and backward is great deal easier while using rubber tracks. This ease of movement allows the vehicle to be maneuvered easily.
With so many benefits of excavator rubber tracks, it’s no wonder that it’s the first choice of all smart business owners in Sydney. If you are looking to buy the best rubber tracks, make sure you check out the variety available at plant supplies. They have an option of a fast delivery and the prices are reasonable as well.


Seattle Pacific University is a premier private university located on a beautiful 43-acre campus on the north slope of Queen Anne Hill in Seattle, WA.
Enviromech has been SPU’s preferred mechanical partner for the past dozen years, performing comprehensive HVAC maintenance and repair services for their entire campus.
In addition to our service work, we have worked on many key retrofit projects in buildings throughout the University’s campus. These design-build retrofit projects have utilized cutting-edge mechanical technology. This has allowed SPU to reduce energy costs and recoup their investments from energy savings.


Vintage Wheel on Stand
These old, vintage wheels have been placed on a stand, and are truly a sculptural statement. Traditional pulleys used in machinery systems for well mining, they are truly a one-of-a-kind item. Weighty, chunky and sure to pack a punch, these pieces are full of stories to tell.
*Please note these wheels are quite sizeable, and very heavy.
- Approximately 65cm (l) x 25cm (w) x 73cm (h)
- Approximately 80 years old
- Originating from India
- Traditional pulleys used in machinery systems for wells
- Wipe with dry cloth
- Variations in timber tone are to be expected due to the original nature of the item, flaws in the timber are a feature of its history, and are not considered as faults.
Stunning imagery by @natluzzi as styling inspiration.


As the agricultural industry embraces sustainable practices, solar-powered technologies are revolutionizing farming operations worldwide. Solar energy offers a clean and abundant power source that can be harnessed to enhance productivity, reduce operating costs, and minimize environmental impact. In this article, we will explore the growing trend of solar-powered technologies in agriculture, such as solar irrigation systems, solar-powered machinery, and remote monitoring systems, and how they can shape the future of farming.
- Solar Irrigation Systems: Water is a precious resource in agriculture, and efficient irrigation systems are crucial for optimal crop growth. Solar-powered irrigation systems utilize the sun’s energy to power water pumps, eliminating the need for traditional fuel-powered systems. These systems can be designed with precision, delivering water directly to plant roots, minimizing water wastage through evaporation and runoff. Solar irrigation systems are particularly beneficial for farmers in remote areas with limited access to electricity, providing a sustainable solution for crop irrigation.
- Solar-Powered Machinery: Solar energy is increasingly being used to power machinery and equipment in agriculture, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Solar-powered tractors, harvesters, and other machinery leverage the sun’s energy to perform essential tasks. These machines can be charged using solar panels installed on rooftops or as portable solar charging stations. By utilizing solar power, farmers can reduce fuel costs, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance overall operational sustainability.
- Remote Monitoring Systems: Remote monitoring systems powered by solar energy are transforming the way farmers manage their operations. Solar-powered sensors and cameras can be deployed throughout the farm to monitor soil moisture levels, weather conditions, pest activity, and equipment performance. This real-time data allows farmers to make informed decisions regarding irrigation scheduling, pest control measures, and machinery maintenance. With remote monitoring, farmers can optimize resource allocation, enhance crop yield, and minimize waste.
- Energy Storage Solutions: Solar energy systems can be integrated with energy storage solutions, such as batteries, to ensure a continuous power supply even during non-sunlight hours. Energy storage enables farmers to store excess solar energy generated during the day for use during the night or periods of low solar irradiation. This helps to reduce reliance on the electrical grid and provides a reliable and independent power source for critical farm operations, such as refrigeration, lighting, and milking machines.
- Environmental Benefits: The integration of solar-powered technologies into agriculture brings significant environmental benefits. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, solar energy helps to lower greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change. Additionally, solar-powered technologies contribute to improved air quality by eliminating the emissions associated with traditional fuel-powered machinery. Solar energy also reduces noise pollution, creating a more sustainable and harmonious farming environment.
The future of farming lies in the integration of solar-powered technologies. As solar energy becomes more accessible and affordable, its potential to revolutionize agricultural practices continues to grow. By adopting solar irrigation systems, solar-powered machinery, remote monitoring systems, and energy storage solutions, farmers can enhance productivity, reduce operating costs, and improve sustainability. Embracing solar-powered technologies not only benefits individual farmers but also contributes to a more sustainable and resilient agricultural industry as a whole.


Performance Based Standards (PBS)
Pulled by a Volvo FH 520
2 Different approved six-axle Tautliner combinations:
- Front trailer of 6.215m and back trailer of 12.348m with total length of 22.032m
- Front trailer of 8.282m and back trailer of 13.361m with total length of 25.810m
These vehicles achieve a payload of 50 tons, while a baseline vehicle can achieve a payload of 36 tons.
The PBS vehicle total gross weight is 72 282kg, compared to 56 000kg for a baseline vehicle.
All PBS vehicles are equipped with an on-board weighing system (each axle is equipped with a load cell with an on-board printer)
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Under the general supervision of the HVAC Manager, the primary responsibility of the HVAC Service Technician is to perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation, and alteration of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities. This position will perform preventative maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air-conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers.
- Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls, including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves, and automatic gas valves.
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition; maintain parts and tool inventory.
- Perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed; connect motors to control panels.
- Maintain related records concerning time, labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Active HVAC Journeyman in the State work is performed.
- 3 to 5 years of documented HVAC journeyman level operation, maintenance and repair experience.
- Must be self motivated.
- Extensive knowledge of standard practices of HVAC and refrigeration trade.
- Know applicable building codes, ordinances, and regulations of State and Local authorities pertaining to HVAC, refrigeration and boilers.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and the proper methods of storing equipment, material, and supplies.
- Ability to communicate and report effectively.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- In state travel required.
- Must pass all pre-employment testing including but not limited to drug testing and background screening.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee may be required to lift 25-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, you may incur the following work conditions:
- Exposure to sounds and noise levels that is distracting or uncomfortable.
- Exposure to very hot or very cold temperatures when working outdoors.
- Exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.
- Exposure to hazardous equipment. There is some possibility of moderate injury.
- Occasionally must work in very bright or very dim lighting conditions.
- May work physically near others.
Winterwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Arrow - Flat Head - Brown Shaft
Let me guide you through the choice of arrows, for your adventures - the Flat Head Arrow by iDV Engineering. Crafted with both safety and the integrity of the craftsmanship in mind, this arrow stands out for its thoughtful design. Its shaft, made from a robust epoxy-glass resin, offers you the flexibility needed for dynamic movements while ensuring the arrow's longevity through countless battles.
The genius of this arrow lies in its flat head, engineered to spread the impact across a wider area, making every shot as safe as it is satisfying. Known affectionately as low-distance arrows, their construction ensures your shots remain within a controlled range, adding a strategic layer to your archery. Perfect for adventurers, warriors and rangers and others who prefer precision strikes at high velocity and distance, or put in other words, prefer to avoid the blood spill.
The Flat Head Arrow comes with the assurance of a 4-year warranty from iDV Engineering, a testament to the engineers certainty in their safe and reliable design. Trust me, embracing this arrow is stepping into a realm where safety and performance coalesce beautifully.
- 4 Year Warranty on the whole arrow
- The aerodynamically optimised safety-head is 53 mm in diameter and provides optimum safety, durability and striking distance
- The captive fletching material and design increases the arrow’s lifetime and guarantee lasting safety.
- The high grade epoxy-glass resin shaft is highly flexible, shatterproof and provides maximum accuracy.
This product is handmade and hand-painted and therefore unique. As a result, when compared with similar item numbers, this product can have natural deviations in pattern, colour and shape, which are not considered defects or faults.
We produce our image material in a natural environment, where lighting and surroundings can affect colors and contrast. The displayed images may therefore appear different from the product you receive from us.
Measurements are all in cm if not stated otherwise.
Safety is important! While these arrows are designed to be safe, technical measures are not a replacement for responsible and considerate behavior. Check every arrow properly for damage before using it. Never use damaged or worn arrows. Do not exceed the max draw weight (between 20-30 lbs.), as it can result in breakage of the shaft and may cause severe injuries.
Store arrows flatly, taking care not to leave them in direct heat or cold for long periods of time.


Marine business specialising in the service & repair of outboard motors & marine equipment.
This long established marine business, specialising in the service and repair of outboard motors and other related marine equipment has been placed on the market to make way for retirement. The business is operated from leased premises in a convenient East Bundaberg location. Included in the asking price is an abundance of second hand engines and other equipment, providing economical repair options, plus an array of workshop lifting and testing gear.
Very economically priced business with plenty of opportunity to expand.


Originally published Autodesk.com/redshift
By Peter Dorfman
December 5, 2018
“Every block of stone has a statue inside it, and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it,” Michelangelo reputedly said five centuries ago. Like most great classical artists, Michelangelo had apprentices who helped bring his visions to life. Today, some modern sculptors are inspired by the same materials as the Florentine master, but their assistants are less prone to error or fatigue—because they’re robots.
Stone carving and sculpture are fairly obvious applications for robots—computer numerical controlled (CNC) gantry-cutting devices, to be more precise. For decades, robots have been able to re-create virtually anything humans can design or make, only faster, more precisely, and less expensively.
For the Digital Stone Project, a nonprofit organization that connects artists with digital-design engineers and robotic stonework fabricators, the more interesting challenge is pushing the boundaries of automated stone-carving systems. The resulting artwork benefits from the imagination-stretching capabilities of digital-design software, as well as the precision of robotic drilling and chiseling.
A participant at the Digital Stone Project workshop puts the finishing touches on her work. Courtesy Garfagnana Innovazione.
“The robot just does what the 3D-design document tells it to do,” says Jon Isherwood, a sculptor who founded the Digital Stone Project in 2003. “The robot just does whatever you tell it to do and doesn’t take breaks. What an amazing assistant!”
Automation also accurately estimates the length of the fabrication process. “You have a better idea of your project’s economics than you ever would working by hand with human assistance,” Isherwood says.
But beyond the practical, the Digital Stone Project aims to discover what the software and robots can produce uniquely. “A Michelangelo, working in the 16th century, would use steel-forged tools like flathead chisels, points, and so forth, which would produce a certain surface,” Isherwood says. “A good example at the Accademia Gallery in Florence, where you can see the finely carved against the rough-carved surfaces. The robotic process is a removal process with a spinning head that moves across the surface. Artists and architects are beginning to embrace that and explore what it can do.”
In 2005, the Johnson Atelier (founded by sculptor Seward Johnson of the Johnson & Johnson empire) in Hamilton, NJ, decided to sell its stone division. Isherwood raised funds to buy out the foundation’s stake and, with a group of five sculptors, founded the Digital Stone Project to let artists continue to explore carving stone with digital technologies at a low cost. Their not-for-profit board ran the facility, providing services until 2011, when Isherwood refocused the mission solely on running artist’s workshops.
That left Isherwood without the infrastructure for digital design and fabrication. For that, he turned to the birthplace of the marble sculpture tradition: the mountains of Tuscany. Isherwood established a relationship with Garfagnana Innovazione, a company with the necessary technical depth and production capacity. Garfagnana is based in Gramolazzo, less than 90 minutes from Carrara, the source of the white or blue-gray marble prized in classical architecture and sculpture since the Roman era. Garfagnana was founded in 2011 to provide digital fabrication for architectural stonework. Italy is still the source of much of the world’s finest marble and boasts a substantial industry producing machine-milled ornamental stonework. Digital design and robotics are relatively new in that industry.
Since 2013, Garfagnana has provided engineering, machinery, and materials—including robotics and scanning technology—for the Digital Stone Project.
“The artists send us physical or digital models, and we translate them into designs in our software and do the actual fabrication,” says Lorenzo Busti, programmer/technician at Garfagnana. Although the engineers typically work from 3D computer-aided design files, they can 3D scan a physical model and scale it to the artist’s requirements.
Garfagnana’s robots work on marble blocks about 1 square meter by 2 meters high (approximately 10.7 square feet by 6.5 feet high)—large enough to fashion a human figure. That’s about 6 tons of stone. Fabrication of a reasonably complex sculpture takes about four weeks. “For sculptors working in the traditional way by hand, that kind of project would take 10 or 11 months,” says Gabriel Ferri, a programmer of Garfagnana’s scanning and cutting software.
The carving typically proceeds in two stages, each managed by a separate program. Staging the process this way lets operators change the diamond-cutting tools as they wear out at predictable intervals or swap tools to apply specific edges. Marble is relatively soft compared to granite, which wears out cutting tools three times as fast as marble.
Using robotics could expand the market for architectural and ornamental stonework, making it available beyond its current luxury clients, Busti says. Designers could even have machines mass-produce the David or Pietà.
The Digital Stone Project’s annual workshop gives professional artists, designers, and architects a chance to work with advanced digital-sculpting technologies on a beautiful work site in Gramolazzo, Italy. Courtesy Digital Stone Project. “We do have customers who want to re-create classical designs,” Busti says. But that might miss the point: Robotics offer precision and measurability that augment human skill and imagination, enabling artists to dream far beyond the classical repertoire.
“I’ve been exploring this intersection between form and surface,” Isherwood says. “It’s that moment when surface can have an identifiable marking from a tool that’s been instructed through digital processes. That’s bringing something new to my approach. I’m exploring the skin of the material. The robot allows specific incisions on the surface of the material that have a relationship to the overall form. They can swell; they can push, turn, twist, and accentuate the volumetric dynamic—the sensuality—of the form.” Explore the software that makes programming robotics a snap. READ MORE The robot acts on the stone, moving through seven axes to carve the material. “I just did a project for the Verona Stone Fair that brought together two surfaces that merged through one another,” Isherwood says. “Imagine a patterned surface that is concave and another surface that’s also concave; if you push them together, they intersect and create a third pattern.” New digital tools help bring the robot ever closer to the design process. Last summer’s Digital Stone Project workshop group used 3D scanners and virtual-reality tools to digitally sculpt the marble, and then Autodesk PowerMill sent instructions directly to the fabrication and milling robots.
The technology lets sculptors expand their creative vocabulary, which Isherwood likens to the impact computers have had on music. “Just as the software can create digital sounds that don’t come from analog instruments, the robot can give you a shape and form that doesn’t come from analog tools,” he says.
Stone sculptors exploring the possibilities in digital design, artificial intelligence, and machine learning will inevitably circle back to Michelangelo’s classic challenge: to discover the statue inhabiting the stone, waiting to emerge.
“One artist, Michael Rees, requested from the engineers who programmed the software that the first cut into the stone would not be informed by anything other than the decision to remove material,” Isherwood says. “Then the next move would be a response to that change, and each additional cut would be driven by the previous changes. The robot would continuously work in a way you might call intuitive.”
That approach, Isherwood suggests, only scratches the surface of what machine learning could contribute to the creative process.
The Digital Stone project has run workshops for professionals for six years in Gramolazzo. “As long as artists, designers, and architects want to come out and experiment, I’m happy to keep it going,” Isherwood says. “Autodesk’s sponsorship over the past few years helps subsidize several graduate students’ participation. We run the program at cost. You go into the mountains and work with the robot, eat great food, and drink great wine—what better way to spend a month?”
Originally published Autodesk.com/redshift
By Peter Dorfman
December 5, 2018


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When it concerns land clearing up, having the right tools is critical for an effective and reliable procedure. One such tool that has revolutionized the industry is the forestry mulcher. A forestry mulcher is a versatile and effective machine that not just removes trees and greenery yet also changes them into mulch right away. In this write-up, we will certainly discover the advantages and applications of forestry mulchers in land administration.
Forestry mulchers are made to be attached to different types of heavy tools, such as excavators, skid steers, or tractors, depending upon the size and range of the task. These equipments are furnished with a turning drum, fitted with sharp teeth or hammers, that shreds trees, brush, and other greenery into tiny items. This shredded material, or compost, can after that be left on-site to decompose naturally or made use of for other purposes, such as disintegration control, landscape design, or biomass fuel.
One of the significant benefits of making use of a forestry mulcher is its ability to clear land swiftly and successfully. Unlike standard land cleaning techniques, such as manual labor or excavators, which typically leave behind stumps and debris that require to be carried away, a mulcher can grind every little thing in its path. This not only conserves time yet also removes the demand for added devices and labor.
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Salary and Outlook
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 15,100 people employed as gas plant operators in
the United States.
The median annual salary is $73,000.
Entry level employees earn approximately $44,490 per year and senior employees earn approximately $105,770
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.
- Monitor transportation and storage of flammable and other potentially dangerous products to ensure that safety guidelines are followed.
- Monitor equipment functioning, observe temperature, level, and flow gauges, and perform regular unit checks to ensure that all equipment is operating as it should.
- Control operation of compressors, scrubbers, evaporators, and refrigeration equipment to liquefy, compress, or regasify natural gas.
- Start and shut down plant equipment.
- Record, review, and compile operations records, test results, and gauge readings such as temperatures, pressures, concentrations, and flows.
- Adjust temperature, pressure, vacuum, level, flow rate, or transfer of gas to maintain processes at required levels or to correct problems.
- Clean, maintain, and repair equipment, using hand tools, or request that repair and maintenance work be performed.
- Collaborate with other operators to solve unit problems.
- Determine causes of abnormal pressure variances, and make corrective recommendations, such as installation of pipes to relieve overloading.
- Read logsheets to determine product demand and disposition, or to detect malfunctions.
- Test gas, chemicals, and air during processing to assess factors such as purity and moisture content, and to detect quality problems or gas or chemical leaks.
- Calculate gas ratios to detect deviations from specifications, using testing apparatus.
- Signal or direct workers who tend auxiliary equipment.
- Operate construction equipment to install and maintain gas distribution systems.
- Contact maintenance crews when necessary.
- Change charts in recording meters.
- Distribute or process gas for utility companies or industrial plants, using panel boards, control boards, and semi-automatic equipment.
- Control equipment to regulate flow and pressure of gas to feedlines of boilers, furnaces, and related steam-generating or heating equipment.
- Control fractioning columns, compressors, purifying towers, heat exchangers, and related equipment to extract nitrogen and oxygen from air.