3 comments Oct 28, 2009
Obama Taxes Pacemakers, Heart Valves - HUMAN EVENTS. Obama Taxes Pacemakers, Heart Valves by 10/26/2009 ... This tax includes such frivolous luxuries as pacemakers, stents, artificial heart valves, defibrillators, automated wheelchairs, mechanized artificial limbs, replacement hips and knees, surgical gurneys, laparoscopic equipment and the like. (Human Events Online)
Kongregate Launches Infected Fury Month, An Exclusive Social Game Sponsored by Left 4 Dead 2 Oct 27, 2009
- October 22nd, 2009 Review board denies Valves appeal of approval for unedited version. - October 15th, 2009 Give the new infected boss zombies a test drive. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
No eerie tales for Edison High Oct 26, 2009
A: The cylindrical metal objects are covers that enclose air-release valves on underground water lines, said Rob Rush, utilities manager for the city of Clovis. The valves are needed to release pockets of air that build up inside the water lines, Rush said. (Fresno Bee)
Crews train for chemical spill Oct 25, 2009
In the manufactured scenario, a truck suffered ruptured valves that caused a chemical spill and a noxious gas situation that injured two people. Crews were required not only to handle the spill, but to also aid injured individuals. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Obama Taxes Pacemakers, Heart Valves Oct 25, 2009
This tax includes such frivolous luxuries as pacemakers, stents, artificial heart valves, defibrillators, automated wheelchairs, mechanized artificial limbs, replacement hips and knees, surgical gurneys, laparoscopic equipment and the like ... Valves, prosthetic limbs, pacemakers, hearing aids and such are essential therapies that make life longer, better and less painful. (Townhall.com)
Hurricane Forcing: Can Tropical Cyclones Be Stopped? Oct 24, 2009
Using horizontal wave action at the ocean surface, passive no-return valves would capture energy by closing after a wave has passed through them, allowing the circular interior of each device to raise the level of the seawater within the device by, on average, 20 centimeters. The weight of the gathered warm water would thereby create downward pressure, pushing it down the tube. (Scientific American)
Bobcat to shut down in Bismarck Dec. 23 Oct 22, 2009
and 60 jobs to a new facility that will produce valves and cylinders in Wahpeton. Advertisement. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Weatherizing winter woes away Oct 22, 2009
When leaving town, turn off the cold and hot water stop-and-waste valves to drain excess water out of the pipes. Most pipes burst due to the hot water valve not being turned off, Moffet said. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
[ more... ] Oct 22, 2009
Titanium valves, ultra-light weight rocker arms with a diamond-like coating and a fully integrated lower crankcase that reduces pumping losses at high RPMs combine to provide the driver with overwhelming acceleration right up to the 9,000rpm redline. The LFA's purpose-built V10 delivers 90% of its peak torque between 3,700rpm and 9,000rpm. (JCN Network, Japan)
Experts develop new body parts Oct 21, 2009
To achieve "50 active years after 50", experts at Leeds University are spending 50m over five years looking for new, more durable hips, knees and heart valves. Danny Savage met Professor Eileen Ingham who has been helping to develop the technology. (BBC News -- Technology)
Can UK scientists keep us alive till 100? Oct 21, 2009
This will mean artificial hips, knees and heart valves, for example, lasting far longer than the current 20-year typical lifespan. "Our work is driven by the concept of 50 more years after 50 -- that is, making our second 50 years of life as healthy, comfortable and active as our first, so we can enjoy a higher quality of life," explains Professor John Fisher, who is an expert in artificial joints and tissue regeneration. (CNN -- World)
Mueller reports $18.7M in 3Q income Oct 21, 2009
Mueller Industries manufacturers copper tube and fittings; brass and copper alloy rod, bar and shapes; aluminum and brass forgings; aluminum and copper impact extrusions; plastic fittings and valves; refrigeration valves and fittings; and fabricated tubular products. In afternoon trading, shares of Mueller (NYSE: MLI) were up almost 1 percent to $26. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Scientists foresee 100-year-olds with the bodies of 50-year-olds Oct 20, 2009
New hips, knees and heart valves are the starting points, but eventually they envisage most of the body parts that flounder with age could be upgraded ... So far they have managed to make fully functioning heart valves using the technique. (BBC News -- UK)
Perky Peugeot update Oct 20, 2009
4-litre engine with variable valve timing on both intake and exhaust valves. It produces maximum power of 70kW at 6000rpm and 136Nm at 4000rpm. (iAfrica.com)
Minister appeals for support for student to undergo surgery Oct 20, 2009
The mother of the boy, Mrs. Womuyewe Wepia who is a petty trader, said her son, Sunday Wepia, was referred to Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital and was diagnosed of having a defect in one of his heart valves. She said a cardiothoracic surgeon at the hospital said the boy had to undergo open heart surgery to replace the defective valve and this would cost 12, 000 Euros. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
How a Motorcycle Ignition Works Oct 20, 2009
These pistons push in and out of the cylinder to create the four strokes of a four-stroke cycle; the camshaft, which is connected to the crankshaft, opens and closes the valves. Each full turn of the crankshaft produces two strokes of the cycle. (Suite101.com)
Ex-con sues Oregon over near-death experience Oct 19, 2009
It was late 2007, and deadly bacteria feasted on the valves of her heart ... "This poor woman had two valves diseased, both of them stressing her heart out, giving her heart failure," says Kaul, responding to a chronology of Anderson's symptoms and treatment ... Meridian's doctors said that two other heart valves appeared damaged. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Oil Jumps Above $79 in Asia to 2009 High Oct 19, 2009
FILE - this is a Tuesday, June 30, 2009 file photo of a worker operating the valves at the. FILE - this is a Tuesday, June 30, 2009 file photo of a worker operating the valves at the Al-Shiaaba oil refinery and the pipeline near the southern Iraqi city of Basra, Iraq's second largest city 550 kilometer (340 miles) southeast of Baghdad, Iraq. (ABC News -- Business)
Modern alchemy: Turning plastic trash into oil Oct 19, 2009
At one end of the machinery, shredded plastic trash is dumped in a hopper and goes up a conveyor belt into a "reactor." At the other end is a spaghetti of pipes and valves and tanks. Han turns open a spigot on one of the pipes and produces a liquid the color of apple juice. (CNN -- US)
Joslin facility takes up bulk of Port Authority meeting Oct 19, 2009
Take all of the pipes, tie them together with isolation valves at the back of the dock so you can control that flow of water or stop the flow of water coming off the dock, Sappington said. That would then go to a 3,000-gallon holding tank or separator tank that would allow solids to fall out and any other undesirables to be collected before it could then be released back into the harbor. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Cleaning your car can help extend vehicle life Oct 18, 2009
Products such as Gumout Fuel System Cleaner are designed to help clean the combustion chamber, fuel injectors/carburetors and intake valves and ports of an engine, which can lead to improved fuel economy and engine performance. Regular use of a fuel-system cleaner is suggested for those who use a low quality fuel to continually clean the engine and keep it clean of any gunk or deposits. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Two hearts beat as one Oct 18, 2009
One of her heart valves was replaced with a cow's valve in December 2007. She is now 32 and works at a bookstore in Castleton. (Albany Times Union)
Prevent Manure Spills, Runoff From Fields Oct 17, 2009
Also, Gunderson and Halverson recommend routinely inspecting storage facilities for leaks, and maintaining pumps and check valves regularly. The following recommendations will ensure that manure stays on farm fields and doesn t run off and contaminate water. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Iraq approves oil deal with BP-led consortium Oct 17, 2009
AP Photo - FILE - this is a Tuesday, June 30, 2009 file photo of a worker operating the valves at the Al-Shiaaba oil refinery and the pipeline near the southern Iraqi city of Basra, Iraq's second largest city 550 kilometer (340 miles) southeast of Baghdad, Iraq. Oil prices reached a fresh one-year high above US$75 a barrel Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009 boosted by a weaker U.S. dollar and growing investor optimism about an economic recovery. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
More of this story Oct 17, 2009
The elderly Brit instructed Teter in the fine points carburetor maintenance, how to adjust the valves and various other helpful tips. When Teter decided to get married, he sold the MG to purchase a 1960 Ford Fairlane 500, which immediately turned out to be the biggest road dog he ever owned. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
A river comes to life Oct 17, 2009
The horn offered a five-minute warning to anyone downstream before a pair of 18-inch valves at the base of Friant Dam were opened at 5:54 p.m., sending jets of water roaring into the river at the rate of 185 cubic feet -- or about 1,400 gallons -- per second ... A couple of 3-foot valves will open. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Our Sanitation, Sewerage And Drainage Systems Oct 17, 2009
However, through efficient drainage systems in these societies, emergency crews are able to ease the floods swiftly within minutes by opening emergency valves for the waters to go through. In most cases, the waters are sanitized and recycled into the regular water systems for use while solid materials are separated and used beneficially for production of fertilizers and energy, etc. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Bike a beautiful blend of form, function Oct 16, 2009
ENGINE: 1,597cc parallel twin, eight valves, double overhead cam. TRANSMISSION: 6-speed. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Hollow Spheres Made Of Metal Oct 14, 2009
Magnetic ball valves are one example for them to react extremely quickly, the balls must be as light as possible, and the same applies to rapidly moving bearings ... Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing and Advanced Materials IFAM in Dresden working in cooperation with hollomet GmbH Dresden have created the technology for the manufacture of rapidly reacting ball valves and bearings. (Science Daily)
Laguna to get $3.1 million for water system rebuild Oct 14, 2009
The project also includes the replacement of two existing water tanks with 250,000-gallon water storage tanks, installation of valves to improve the functioning of the system, and replacement of all existing galvanized water service lines with PE service lines and meters. The money is made possible through Rural Development's community program which targets federal investment to rural communities with the most serious drinking water quality, quantity and dependability problems. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Utility workers have busy day in Juneau after traffic accident Oct 13, 2009
Alliant Energy Gas was contacted and closed valves to stop the flow of the natural gas into the atmosphere. The Alliant Energy repair crew arrived and proceeded to repair the punctured main while technicians went door-to-door checking for gas content within homes, apartments and the Dodge County Sheriff's Department. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Peripheral Blood Flow through the V... Oct 11, 2009
The presence of valves within the veins, muscle contraction, breathing, and vasoconstriction are responsible for the return of venous blood to the heart ... The veins of the arms and legs contain valves that prevent the blood from moving away from the heart ... These unidirectional valves open when blood flows toward the heart. (Suite101.com)
Dam breaching celebrated on famed Rogue River Oct 11, 2009
Now, as federal officials try to bring the fish back through a sweeping restoration program of the state's second-largest river - opening the valves for the first full day on Friday - those who know it best are debating its value and its virtue. ROGUE RIVER, Ore. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Bobcat Leases Space at Fmr. ND Floppy Disk Factory Oct 10, 2009
Bobcat Co. plans to move 60 jobs to Wahpeton, where it has leased a building at a failed floppy diskette plant to manufacture hydraulic valves and cylinders for small loaders and light construction equipment, a company spokeswoman said Friday. Bobcat announced plans last month to close its Bismarck manufacturing plant by the end of the year, cutting 475 jobs, and open 390 positions at its Gwinner plant southwest of Fargo. (ABC News -- Wire)
Tips on how to keep your engine performing at its best Oct 10, 2009
Having gunk build up on critical engine parts, specifically intake valves and fuel injectors, can cause the inefficient mixing of air and fuel necessary for proper combustion. This can rob your engine of performance. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Sen. Landrieu: Health reform could create 10 million new jobs Oct 10, 2009
How willing will the government be to reimburse for care given to preemies, the chronically ill, or to reimburse for devices such as pacemakers, stents, and heart valves. Please pass this on. (TheHill.com)
Bobcat coming to Wahpeton Oct 10, 2009
Bobcat Public Relations Manager Laura Ness Owens said the 120,000 square feet of space will be used to manufacture valves and cylinders, components key in powering Bobcat's payloaders and excavators. Bobcat will pay 416,000 annually to the Wahpeton community development group. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Marshall: Stay fire smart: Dont get burned Oct 9, 2009
Install anti-scald valves on showerheads and faucets. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
90 jobs at Pease tradeport headed to Texas Oct 8, 2009
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- A Portsmouth company that makes control valves for the biopharmaceutical industry is leaving New Hampshire and taking 90 jobs to Texas. The Fisher Controls division of Emerson Process Management told its employees of the plan on Tuesday. (Concord Monitor)
Water tower troublescould be big expense Oct 8, 2009
But with some creative tweaking of the system, the addition and subtraction of various valves and lines, and by decreasing adjustment of the altitude valves, the tank should function appropriately. Once it is activated, the tank will provide water to Parakeet Park, Easy Street and part of Scenic Highway as well as Candlelight and Longleaf Business parks. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Beer science: The home-brew trend Oct 7, 2009
The wheeled contraption holds three kegs and a series of tubes and valves. Here in his leaf-strewn driveway, Newlan spends a few hours every two or three weeks milling grain, h 00003D89 eating mash and sprinkling hops into boiling wort. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
90 jobs on Pease tradeport to be lost Oct 7, 2009
Everyone associated with the plant should be proud of the excellent work done at the facility over the years. "Acquisto said there will be transfer for some of the Portsmouth employees, but she did not know how many.In late September, the company also laid off 79 hourly workers at its facility in Marshalltown, Iowa.When the $3 million plant was built in 2002, Chris Scales, the division's vice president and general manager at the time, said in Portsmouth Herald article, "The decision to build a... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Longview officials to present Lake Sacajawea plan at tonight's open house Oct 7, 2009
" pofarm wrote on Oct 6, 2009 11:40 AM:" seems to me a few years back they dug the pipe line for incoming and out going water, why don`t they just open the valves and let it flow. " Cowlitz1 wrote on Oct 6, 2009 11:45 AM:" Ugottabekidding: I think you are missing the point. (Longview Daily News, WA)
‘Cap and trade’ holds promise Oct 7, 2009
You need to have astainless valves train, and exhaust or it will rust out the motor in no time at all. Overall cost effectiveness is poor due to rusting of the motor and components. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Flowserve, Korean company ink deal Oct 7, 2009
Irving-based Flowserve (NYSE: FLS) said the order is for main stem and main feedwater isolation valves, which will be used in two pressurized water reactors at nuclear power plants. This order is a direct result of Flowserve s 20-year relationship with KHNP, and our long history of providing solutions to the nuclear power industry, said Mark Blinn, Flowserve president and chief executive officer. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Honda aims sky high Oct 6, 2009
Last Updated: 02:57pm 05 Oct 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
U.S. lacks good tracking system for medical implants Oct 6, 2009
The FDA requires comprehensive tracking of only 14 types of devices, including pacemakers, mechanical heart valves and breast implants. Manufacturers trace other medical products only as far as the distributor. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Be smart, don't get burned Oct 6, 2009
" By following simple safety rules, you can stay fire smart and prevent burn injuries: * Keep hot foods and liquids away from tables and counter edges so they cannot be pulled or knocked over. * Have a three-foot "kid-free" zone around the stove. * Never hold a child in your arms while preparing hot food or drinking a hot beverage. * Be careful when using things that get hot such as curling irons, ovens, irons, lamps and heaters. * Install tamper-resistant receptacles to prevent a child from... (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Russia Wharf tower plan holds water Oct 5, 2009
It lies within the building s bowels, a network of pipes and valves designed to conserve more than 12. 5 millions of gallons of water a year - enough to fill 19 Olympic-size swimming pools. (Boston Globe)
Safety Tips For Fire Prevention Week Oct 5, 2009
Install anti-scald valves on shower heads and faucets. The statistics are staggering. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Fire alarm abruptly ends BHS homecoming dance Oct 5, 2009
The valves of the boiler were shut off. No injuries were reported, Giusti said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Gas service shut off after pipeline exploded Oct 4, 2009
The leaking section was shut down by valves, said Atmos operations manager Vince McKinnie, adding that no customers should have lost service. . (Nola.com -- Sports)
Formosa to pay penalty Oct 4, 2009
Formosa said it will replace chronic leaker valves with new low leak valves. The EPA stated that the low leak valves will reduce the chances of future air pollutant leaks. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Anchorage residents asked to conserve natural gas Oct 3, 2009
Red: Set thermostats to 60 in living areas and water heater gas valves to "pilot." Use the microwave for cooking. Sullivan was asked at a press conference whether a red alert would have been issued during last winter's extended cold snap. (Juneau Empire)
EDITORIAL: Time for action on water issues Oct 3, 2009
The horn offered a five-minute warning to anyone downstream before a pair of 18-inch valves at the base of Friant Dam were opened at 5:54 p.m., sending jets of water roaring into the river at the rate of 185 cubic feet -- or about 1,400 gallons -- per second ... Now, as federal officials try to bring the fish back through a sweeping restoration program of the state's second-largest river - opening the valves for the first full day on Friday - those who know it best are debating its value and its... (Fresno Bee)
Utilities Improving Power Plant Efficiency in the Short Term Oct 2, 2009
Valves and steam traps which are not well maintained and leak can add dozens of Btu to plant heat rates ... Regular monitoring of valves, traps and drains, with maintenance performed as needed to ensure proper operation, is the standard approach to prevent these efficiency losses. (Energy Pulse, CO)
MARSHFIELD A LITTLE OFF THE TOP: Legends of the fall or autumn Oct 2, 2009
And, with all the pressure built up in the modern world, not to mention certain steam valves I have known, it s nice to know that autumn began again. Like last year wasn t enough. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Product Recalls: Halcyon diving equipment Oct 2, 2009
The over-pressure valves in the diving equipment could fail, allowing the buoyancy compensator devices and the diver lift inflatable devices to leak. No incidents or injuries have been reported. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
A Short Introduction to Oil Prices and Oil Inventories Oct 2, 2009
EnergyPulse - Insight Analysis and Commentary on the Global Power Industry. Free Newsletter Sign up today for your free subscription to the EnergyPulse Weekly Update - delivered directly to your e-mail box. (Energy Pulse, CO)
First the candy, then the bullets Good news, meet bad news. How do you... Oct 2, 2009
Average lifespans are still increasing, thanks to wonder drugs and artificial pumps and valves and stimulators and the sheer force of will that millions of Americans apparently have to live long enough to watch the finale of "Dancing with the Stars.". Then again, the raw data proves we are also fatter, dumber, generally more miserable than ever. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
River releases to begin soon after brief delay Oct 2, 2009
A couple of 3-foot valves will open ... The horn offered a five-minute warning to anyone downstream before a pair of 18-inch valves at the base of Friant Dam were opened at 5:54 p.m., sending jets of water roaring into the river at the rate of 185 cubic feet -- or about 1,400 gallons -- per second ... A couple of 3-foot valves will open. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
City unveils plan to reduce winter gas use Oct 1, 2009
Red: Thermostats should be set to 60 degrees in living areas and water heater gas valves set to "pilot." Household activities should be consolidated into as few rooms as possible and people should use the microwave for cooking. It is up to the utilities to initiate a call for more consumer sacrifices but the city manager will issue a new advisory, city spokeswoman Sarah Erkmann said. (Anchorage Daily News)
- Foundation being planted for new water in Holtville 0 Oct 1, 2009
5 million-gallon reservoir, replacing a water line to the Barbara Worth Golf Resort and replacing some valves and pipes, Holt said. Work is expected to be completed by May 3. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Friant water release faces delay Oct 1, 2009
Gauging the water flowWhen two 3-foot valves are opened, the flow from Friant Dam will increase from 117 cubic feet per second to 350 cfs ... A couple of 3-foot valves will open. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
L&T expects Rs 8k-cr revenue from nuke biz Sep 30, 2009
The agreements are aimed at construction of nuclear power plants, using the designs suppliers by global players and supplying reactor equipment and systems, valves, electrical and instrumentation products. We expect that new orders for advanced nuclear power equipment by Nuclear Power Corporation (NPCIL) to begin from 2010-end or early-2011. (India Times)
