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Design backlighting applications in just six steps with OSRAM deSIGNer online tool
OSRAM's redesigned LED deSIGNer tool for illuminated advertising offers as of now extended functions, which make the planning and implementation of backlighting applications easier than ever. In only six steps users can design their required backlighting including all the components online. The online LED deSIGNer software has been extensively revised and its purpose is planning various backlighting applications. All of OSRAM’s LED modules, wh... [more]
OSRAM PARATHOM Classic LED lamp can be used as a direct replacement for a 40W GLS lamp
OSRAM’s PARATHOM® Classic is the world's first LED lamp with a screw base that can be used as a direct replacement for a 40W GLS lamp. However, the PARATHOM® Classic requires just 8W to achieve the same light yield, i.e. 80 percent less energy and over its lifetime it will save 400 kg of CO2. With an average service life of 25,000 hours, it lasts 25 times longer than a traditional incandescent lamp. This new lamp is at the forefront of the LED re... [more]
MY4304-01 three phase stepper motor is capable of exceptionally quiet operation with a low level of vibration for stage lighting
The smooth running MY4304-01 three phase stepper motor from Astrosyn International is suitable for the pan and tilt control of stage and other entertainment lighting. Unlike the more common two or four phase stepper motors, the three phase design is capable of exceptionally quiet operation with a low level of vibration, making it ideal for this type of application. A further advantage is its higher precision, with a full step angle of 1.2 deg ... [more]
BEAMA members are well prepared to help the Government reach its Climate Change targets
The Government's Climate Change Committee (CCC, chaired by Lord Adair Turner) has published its report on Climate Change (December 2008). This comes shortly BEAMA published its own Climate Change White Paper (October 2008). Dr Howard Porter, chief operating officer at BEAMA, has said its members are well prepared with the electrical products to help the Government reach its targets. “There are some very challenging targets in the Government’s ... [more]
Helix Electric completes electrical subcontracting work for University of Nevada
Helix Electric has completed the electrical subcontracting work the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Greenspun College of Urban Affairs in Las Vegas. The Greenspun Family Foundation donated $37 million for the state-of-the-art building, the largest single donation in UNLV history, and one of the largest in state history. The Greenspun College of Urban Affairs offers opportunities for students who want to make a difference in their communities a... [more]
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‘Green’ investor-driven funding plan pitched as way to save St. Joe’s (The Chronicle-Telegram)
LORAIN — Will “going green” boost the tenant rate at St. Joseph Community Center for the foreseeable future? Thomas Kiser, president of Professional Supply Inc. of Freemont, thinks it will and pitched an investor-driven funding plan to finance the project to City Council’s Finance Committee Monday night. Kiser and a partner company, SolarVision LLC, told Council they [...]
LETTER: Return of top-notch theater (The San Angelo Standard-Times)
SAN ANGELO, Texas —K. Duane Hamblin, San AngeloI attended the Arts at ASU production of “Carousel,” where I was delighted by the professional quality of the presentation. San Angelo has long been famous for the high caliber of its live theater, but in the last couple of years I have seen some decline in that high standard. No more. This is top-notch.San Angeloan Shawn Yates has returned from New ...
Fodder for Flickr (Metro Times Detroit)
Eye to eye (8/26/2009) So you're studying photography? Read this. Who the fuck is SelfSays? (3/3/2010) Journeyman emcee moves to the Motor City and takes over ... London?
Students make plea to Topeka (The Tonganoxie Mirror)
Tonganoxie High School students are sending a message to Kansas legislators: cease cuts to funding for public education in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Labbe wins NASCAR MOOG 'Problem Solver' at Atlanta (Aftermarket Business)
Paul Menard posted the best overall performance of his Sprint Cup racing career and his crew chief, Richard ?Slugger? Labbe, won his first NASCAR® MOOG® ?Problem Solver of the Race? Award after Menard?s #98 Ford finished fifth in Sunday?s Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Kenya Open Prize Kitty Gets Sh7 Million Boost (AllAfrica.com)
Nairobi — The Kenya Open Golf Limited on received Sh7 million from seven organisations towards the prize fund for this year's Kenya Open set for March 24-28 at Muthaiga Golf Club.
Yesterdays: 3/10/10 (The Log Cabin Democrat)
75 years ago (1935)
City Council reviews economic development incentives for local businesses (Midland Reporter-Telegram)
City Council members on Tuesday discussed and then tabled consideration of amending economic development agreements with three local companies, including a struggling airplane engine manufacturer for which Midland Development Corp. officials sought a much lower job creation requirement.
Choosing paint colors: Why so hard? (The Wenatchee World)
For months, I have been looking for the perfect yellow/wheat color for our bedroom wall. When I’m at a hardware store, I pick up more swatches and bring them home, certain I have just the right tint. I put the swatch up — under different light — and realize it’s another mistake. I’m a failure at picking paint. Time for professional help.
District may eliminate 28 or more jobs (Newton Daily News)
It was time for the inevitable during Monday night’s Newton Community School District Board of Education meeting.
