What Drivers Should Know About Thei... Jul 27, 2008
The car should be cold when opening cooling system caps to prevent burns. Checking Tire Pressure. (Suite101.com)
Koeberg out of action Jul 26, 2008
Unit one was shut down following a detection of a suspected fault in the cooling system. Eskom's spokesperson Tony Stott said this would mean a loss of another 900 megawatts from the grid. (iAfrica.com)
Dying cars' day in the sun Jul 26, 2008
"OK, you'll be the last driver, then," Prospero, the team captain, replied, then started fiddling with a driver cooling system fashioned from a boat bilge pump, an Igloo cooler and clear tubes that snake around inside a T-shirt. He had plenty of time to gin up strange contraptions, because Quattro Libre has a secret advantage: unemployment. (News & Observer)
PennDOT offers summer driving tips Jul 21, 2008
To help avoid over-heating, a car s cooling system, engine hoses, drive belts and battery should be inspected by a mechanic. Motorists should regularly check fluid levels and tire tread depth. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
BlueScope stops production at NZ plant Jul 21, 2008
BLUESCOPE Steel, Australia's largest steelmaker, has stopped production at its New Zealand slab-making operation after a failure in the water cooling system. The company said it is expected to take seven to 10 days to complete the repair work, which will result in the loss of about 12,000 to 15,000 tonnes of slab production. (NEWS.com.au)
Cool tech: Air-conditioned computer chips Jul 17, 2008
Mudawar, who's leading the research, said the new cooling system should be able to cool chips that produce more than 1,000 watts of heat for about every half-inch square of circuitry ... The new cooling system uses tiny parallel grooves called microchannels cut in a chip's surface and covered with a metal plate. (MSNBC -- Technology)
CarMax Technicians Provide Expert Advice for Summer Car Care Jul 16, 2008
-- Cooling system -- Have a professional check to ensure it is working properly and is filled to capacity with the right coolant. Heat can severely damage or even ruin your engine, and can also affect the vehicle's air conditioner. (PR Newswire)
Computers That Bling and Break the Bank Jul 15, 2008
Alienware has its own in-house research and development staff, which developed a liquid cooling system that enables Alienware to take the microprocessor clock speed to a higher level. Alienware was the first to include an Nvidia (NVDA) and ATI graphic processor on one mother board. (Fox News)
Rocket wheels: SL65 AMG Black Series Jul 15, 2008
Hidden within it is an active cooling system for the final drive and 40-percent locking differential. The SL656 AMG Black series uses a beefed-up five-speed automatic transmission with AMG's SpeedShift Plus shift control that provides four shift modes: "C", "S", "M1" and "M2", which has 25 percent quicker shift times than "M1". (iAfrica.com)
Green Your Home and Lower Your Cooling Bills Jul 8, 2008
Print out the free Comfort Institute reports, "Tips and Secrets To Buying A New Heating and Cooling System" and "How To Identify a Good Heating and Cooling Contractor.". Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Local briefs Jul 4, 2008
Water damage at Fresno State to cost $500,000Fresno State officials said Thursday that it will cost about $500,000 to clean up water damage caused this week when a cooling system pipe burst in McLane Hall. That preliminary estimate does not include equipment replacement or repairs because some items that got wet might still be salvaged, officials said in a statement. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Candidates battle on energy costs Jul 2, 2008
Bill Champlin, BOCES' superintendent of building and grounds, said the schools geothermal heating and cooling system increased the buildings efficiency by 43 percent. This building is twice the size of the old building and it only costs 4,000 more to heat it or to cool it, Champlin said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Conscious shopping Jul 1, 2008
If you're renovating a house, invest in a super-efficient heating and cooling system. New floors. (CNN -- International)
N.S. winery uses tech to be organic Jul 1, 2008
L'Acadie Winery, in Gaspereau near Wolfville, is Nova Scotia's first certified organic vineyard, and the winery has an environmentally friendly geothermal heating and cooling system. The new operation is also producing organic sparkling wines, using a traditional method that's new to area winemakers. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Data Centers Explore Novel Ways to Cut Energy Use Jun 29, 2008
Putting data centers on decommissioned ships and reusing hot water from cooling systems to fill the town swimming pool were among the wackier ideas floated at the Data Center Energy Summit on Thursday ... One large health-care center is looking at reusing hot water expelled by its cooling systems to do its laundry, Bapat said ... A hosting company in the Northeast is freezing water overnight, when the cost of electricity is cheaper, and then blowing air over the ice during the day to provide... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Car maintenance tips for long run Jun 28, 2008
Maintaining your car's cooling system and the proper coolant level is as important as making sure the engine is well lubed and can potentially save you thousands of dollars in repairs. "A cooling-system failure can result in your engine literally melting down," Nerad warns. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
HP Sets Smaller Voodoo Against Apple's MacBook Air Jun 12, 2008
For quiet yet high-level performance, the Omen has what the company described as "one of the most advanced cooling systems on the planet.". The cooling system includes integrated copper liquid cooling pipes embedded in the chassis with aircraft-quality quick-release hose connectors, as well as vertical diffusion thermals. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Shuttle Astronauts Make Final Spacewalk Jun 9, 2008
Nitrogen gas is used to push ammonia through the station's main cooling system. After the tank replacement, Fossum completed an extra task he had been given, collecting debris from a solar power wing's rotating joint. (CBS News)
Battery supplier declares itself ready for GM electric car Jun 9, 2008
Prabhakar Patil, chief executive of Compact Power, said last week that it had made a third-generation Volt battery prototype and demonstrated that key elements of the 400-pound, or 180-kilogram, power supply - including a liquid cooling system - work as planned. He said LG Chem had a South Korean cell factory ready and would quickly move to build one near Detroit to make Volt batteries if it wins the contract, the first in a market expected to be worth tens of billions of dollars in the next... (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Must-haves for dad Jun 7, 2008
The BeerTender will keep the beer fresh for up to 30 days assuming the beer will actually last that long. The cooling system is virtually silent but won't work outdoors in the heat, so to keep the brew cold, use the BeerTender indoors. It comes with a removable drip tray that makes cleanup hassle free. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
World:Alert over Slovenia nuke incident Jun 5, 2008
Shutdown in progressThe EU's executive body said Slovene authorities informed it about a problem with the primary cooling system at the plant and that a safe shutdown procedure was carried out. "A loss of coolant has occurred in the primary cooling system," said the statement from the European Commission ... In neighboring Austria, the Environment Ministry said it confirmed initial reports suggesting that Slovenia's Krsko nuclear power plant did not release radioactivity during Wednesday's... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Space station incommoded by broken toilet May 31, 2008
The seven Discovery crew members will carry out other handyman tasks after they dock on Monday, including fixing a paddle wheel that turns one of the station's solar wing panels and replacing nitrogen tanks needed to pressurize the station's ammonia cooling system. A second toilet is also planned. (Yahoo News)
Zebra Mussels -- a question of 'if' or 'when' May 18, 2008
And once the cooling system is flushed with bleach, it is re-flushed with fresh water and allowed to dry. "Air is caustic," he adds. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Wine center expands to keep pace with Oregon vineyards May 18, 2008
In addition, a night-air cooling system, relying on natural rather than automated cooling, will keep storage area temperatures down. Even Oregon's most successful wineries, such as Domaine Drouhin in Dayton, say that operations such as Oregon Wine Services & Storage are crucial to the industry. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Heat sparks few complaints May 17, 2008
Drink water often and avoid beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, which tends to dehydrate rather than help keep the body s own natural cooling system perspiration working. Check on the frail and those who live alone to ensure they are safe and well and out of the heat. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
LaHarpe intersection construction work could start in early June May 15, 2008
The truck needs to run at night to power the trailer's cooling system. Alderman Derek Helmers recommended a concrete slab near the mulch pile. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Year in the Bluffs enlarged world for German astronaut May 13, 2008
During the nearly seven-hour venture, Schlegel worked to replace a nitrogen tank used to pressurize the International Space Stations ammonia cooling system ... More work than walk, he replaced a nitrogen tank used to pressurize the International Space Station's ammonia cooling system. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Canton bank invites public to ‘go green’ at community event May 10, 2008
We have installed a geothermal heating and cooling system, instituted recycling of aluminum cans and plastic water bottles in our lounge, switched to all fluorescent light bulbs, set our computers to automatically print on both sides of the paper, and provided incentives to our customers to switch to Online Statements, which are paperless, he said. Essentially, we hope the community will join us in our efforts to go green, and we feel our Community Shred Day is a good start. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Business, engineering union: UNH team takes 1st place in green design project Apr 20, 2008
They designed three technologies a greywater recycling system, a solar-concentrating energy production system, and a compressed air-enhanced evaporative cooling system that could be implemented to minimize the building's energy and water demands. The competition is an important bridge from a student's academic career to a real-world career, according to Jenna Jambeck, research assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering and a faculty adviser to the team. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Do you know how to read 'green'? Apr 19, 2008
Do you know how to read 'green. () -- These days, you can't read a product label or menu without coming across the latest eco-friendly buzzword. (CNN -- US)
Driven: Merc's monster C63 AMG Apr 11, 2008
To this end, and in the interests of optimal reliability, the C63 AMG has a particularly efficient water cooling system and large engine and transmission oil coolers in fact six of the cooling radiators are situated just ahead of the main engine radiator and fed via large apertures in the AMG front apron. These all ensure non-critical operating temperatures at all times even under the extreme stress of racetrack conditions. (iAfrica.com)
GM agrees to settle class-action lawsuits tied to engine coolant Mar 28, 2008
Our experience with Dex-Cool is that when the cooling system is kept full and properly maintained we haven't seen any problems, he said ... Under the agreement, GM will reimburse some of the cost for intake manifold gasket replacements, cooling system flushes and heater core repairs sought during the first seven years or 150,000 miles, whichever came first, that the class member owned the vehicle. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Got milk? Convert it into biofuel Mar 25, 2008
Sometimes, many jellyfish come near the power plant, Onodera said an ill-advised foray, especially when they become stuck en masse in the cooling system. In summertime, the jellyfish are producing a bad smell, he said. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Allen county considering green upgradesPosted 12 hours, 13 minutes ago. Mar 21, 2008
The proposed upgrades range from replacing lighting systems to a new heating and cooling system for the 129-year-old courthouse. The upgrades would be funded through loans provided through the federal HB 300 Energy Project. (Lima News, OH)
Council agrees on limited renovations at police building Mar 19, 2008
However, the heating and cooling system was originally designed to service all floors, meaning the city pays for utility bills on floors with limited use. The task force and probation office would pay fees for use of the office space. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Wal-Mart broadens environmental program Mar 19, 2008
Wal-Mart said the new Las Vegas store adds to those savings with a new cooling system based on water evaporation for total energy savings of between 35 percent and 45 percent. Wal-Mart has said it is the biggest private user of electricity in the world and has huge potential to cut back on greenhouse gases from fossil fuels burned to create electricity. (MSNBC -- Environment)
California reservoirs, lakes threatened Mar 18, 2008
From there, they can migrate into a boat's motor and cooling system, bait wells, trailers and even bumpers of trucks that back into lakes for launching. And that's why after zebra mussels were found in San Justo Reservoir in San Benito County a month ago, the reservoir was completely closed to public boating. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Drive It Forever Mar 16, 2008
Then have the cooling system caustic-flushed to remove any remaining traces of the fluid. Get the transmission flushed immediately, because any traces of coolant will do bad things in there, especially to the organic facings of the clutches. (Boston Globe)
Caterham catapult Mar 15, 2008
Even the hoses used on the cooling system are lightweight versions. The engine alone weighs just 90 kilograms. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
GM has lithium-ion batteries for hybrids figured out Mar 5, 2008
Patil says the Volt may use a liquid cooling system to reduce battery temperature. Posted. (USA Today -- Autos)
Attorney to review, revise contract to design system Feb 24, 2008
TRENTON The heating and cooling system at City Hall is on the verge of failing, according to City Engineer William Hogan ... "We already know the cooling system is shot," City Administrator Robert Cady said. (The News-Herald)
Talking cars: Emission canisters and alternator replacement Feb 21, 2008
I would like to flush the cooling system ... Some owners can get the cooling system air bound when they try to flush cooling systems themselves. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Home-ice advantage Feb 16, 2008
An underground cooling system ensures the ice is hard from December through March ... Where hockey dads of decades past slapped together workable rinks with little more than plywood and a garden hose, today's backyard sheets incorporate stadium lighting, mini Zambonis, full boards and cooling systems capable of sustaining ice before the weather hits -15. (Globe and Mail)
Officials: Right time for Elida bond issuePosted 11 hours, 49 minutes ago. Feb 13, 2008
The district should also save in utility costs, especially with adding a geothermal heating and cooling system. It currently costs between $20,000 and $25,000 more per year to heat the high school than the other three buildings, Parker said. (Lima News, OH)
Talking cars: Computer controlled transmissions Feb 1, 2008
A check of hydrocarbons in the cooling system should also be checked. Q: I own a 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis with 85,000 miles. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Gov. Rendell Announces Investment to Help Small Businesses Conserve Energy, Reduce Waste Jan 31, 2008
Examples include high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, motion sensors that shut off lights when rooms are empty, and auxiliary power units that allow long-haul truckers to turn off their engines during layovers without sacrificing heat and electricity ... CENTRE COUNTY Fit for Play Inc. -- $7,500 for a geothermal heating and cooling system to conserve energy. (PR Newswire)
CAA-Quebec publishes its 2008 study of vehicle warranties - U.S. models offer improved coverage Jan 31, 2008
Japanese and Korean models - Looking at powertrain warranties, the study found that Subaru and Acura each offer, in addition to a warranty on major components (engine, differential and transmission), coverage for other components such as cooling system parts. "A few years ago, this warranty was available on almost all Japanese vehicles as well as other Asian imports, but only Acura and Subaru currently offer it," says Kacya Cotton, Automotive Analyst for CAA-Quebec. (Canada Newswire)
What we can learn from Bret DeBerry Jan 29, 2008
People should make sure their cooling system, heater, window defroster, wiper blades, tires and brakes are in proper working condition. What's the one thing people neglect to do that would add years of life to their car. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Talking cars: Cruise control conundrum Jan 25, 2008
I had the water pump replaced and the cooling system flushed out three times ... A: Any time we get a vehicle with an overheating problem, we will first check the cooling system for hydrocarbon levels. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Making peanut butter the Bainbridge way Jan 23, 2008
The Post-Searchlight - Your local news source for Bainbridge, Georgia. Do you feel the lack of education is the one key ingredient that would sew up the gap in American today between the haves and the have nots. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Closures cost British Energy 1bn in lost revenue Jan 19, 2008
Closed Heysham 1 (two reactors) Corrosion of wires in the boiler of the cooling system Heysham 2 (two reactors) Problem with a water pump Hartlepool (two reactors) Corrosion of wires in the boiler cooling system. Have your say. (Times Online)
Green offices that slash absenteeism Jan 15, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Staff productivity is higher in a revolutionary Melbourne block, writes Sherrill Nixon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Wednesday 'could be worst day of year for car breakdowns' Jan 2, 2008
Check oil and water levels and ensure the anti-freeze content of the cooling system is sufficient. Make sure you are confident using the car's jack and wheel brace and if possible, practise changing the wheel. (BBC News -- UK)
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 to top 200mph Dec 29, 2007
It is augmented with an integrated charge cooling system that reduces inlet air temperature for maximum performance. The sixth-generation supercharger developed by Eaton helps the LS9 make big power and torque at lower rpm and carries it in a wide arc to 6,600 rpm, as it pushes enough air to help the engine maintain power through the upper levels of the rpm band. (Gizmag)
It's time to get your vehicle set for winter Dec 14, 2007
Mixing antifreeze and water 50-50 can help protect the car's cooling system even if temperatures drop to as low as 40 degrees below zero. 2. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sheriff Outlines Plans for Sales Tax Revenue Dec 12, 2007
There are several capital projects proposed to be financed with sales tax revenue next year, Toelke said, including replacement of the heating and cooling system at the law enforcement center and jail, resurfacing of the entrance road and parking lots, and replacement of the phone system which was installed when the center was constructed in the mid 1980s. "For 2008, we've dedicated it all," Toelke said of the additional anticipated sales tax revenue. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Courthouse heating wasting money Dec 12, 2007
That situation with the county courthouse heating and cooling system, according to Presiding Commissioner Bill Ransdall, isn t just uncomfortable it s wasting taxpayer money for no reason ... Ruckman, who s handled the county s heating and cooling system for years, said there s no doubt that the system could be run more efficiently ... He is going to do an evaluation of the heating and cooling system and he thinks that he can do something to improve the efficiency of the heating and cooling,... (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Businesses, educators honored for innovation Dec 10, 2007
He was recognized for winning first place at the Arizona State Science Fair for his electrical engineering project, in which he created a heating and cooling system that can recapture and use lost heat in systems ranging from powerplants to homes ... He won first place at the Arizona State Science Fair for his electrical engineering project, in which he created a heating and cooling system that can recapture and use lost heat in systems ranging from power plants to homes. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Auto Racing | Scrutiny falls on Cup interlopers in Busch races Dec 7, 2007
McLaren said Renault gained an unfair advantage last season from information about its fueling system, gear assembly, oil cooling system, hydraulic control system and suspension component. Thursday's decision could make it easier for Fernando Alonso to return to Renault after quitting McLaren in the offseason. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Formula One: Renault escapes penalty Dec 7, 2007
McLaren had claimed that Renault gained an unfair advantage last season from information about its fueling system, gear assembly, oil cooling system, hydraulic control system and suspension component. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune)
Renault set to learn whether it will be punished in latest installment in F1 spying scandal Dec 6, 2007
The council must decide whether Renault gained an unfair advantage last season from information relating to McLaren's fueling system, gear assembly, oil cooling system, hydraulic control system and suspension component. McLaren alleges that Phil Mackereth, a former engineer, took several CDs of data with him to Renault after leaving in September 2006. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
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n Flush the cooling system and replace the coolant. n Replace the windshield wiper blades. (Corning Leader, NY)
New F1 spy allegations Nov 26, 2007
According to the FIA, the details include, but are not limited to, the layout and critical dimensions of the McLaren F1 car, fuelling system, gear assembly, oil cooling system, hydraulic control system and a novel suspension component used by the 2006 and 2007 cars. Following the announcement of the hearing on 6 December, Renault issued a statement insisting they had complied fully with McLaren and the FIA on the matter, acting with complete transparency. (iAfrica.com)
Buy Now or Wait? Nov 26, 2007
I just moved from the South to the North and my dad says that because of the change in temperatures, I need to go get my cooling system cleaned and put new antifreeze in every autumn ... I'm figuring your dad may have known it's been a while since you serviced your cooling system, and he was encouraging you to tend to the task now, before you're stuck in really nasty weather with ineffective antifreeze or a bad cooling system ... Some mechanics I really respect do this particular service on... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ask the Auto Doctor Nov 24, 2007
Dear Larry: The worst thing for metal is letting it sit dry with the salt build-up after running all summer, then sit idle all winter long. Drain the cooling system then fill it with a 50/50 antifreeze mix. Also treat the fuel and top off the gas tank to 90 percent (to allow for expansion). (Helena Independent Record, MT)
