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Banlaw
Fuel Management Technology and Solutions in the Railway Sector
www.banlaw.com
americasales@banlaw.com
537 West 600 South #800,
Salt Lake City,
Utah,
Banlaw produces unified fuel management equipment and hydrocarbon management solutions. The company helps rail companies improve their productivity by increasing fuel efficiency, reducing fuel contamination, and delivering safer rail refuelling.
Unified fuel management for railway operations
Banlaw is a specialist in diesel fuel management, and has extended its expertise to cover all hydrocarbons in general, as well as management of other liquids.
The company can provide you with hardware, software and services to ensure the safe handling and use of coolants, grease, oil, and fuels, as well as optimising storage.
High-speed rail refuelling
Banlaw believes in delivering the best possible service. The company is focused on providing safe and efficient products that enhance the productivity, durability, speed and accuracy of clients' services.
In-line refuelling for unattended diesel-fuel transfer
In partnership with Australian rail freight operators, Banlaw has engineered high-performance in-line refuelling systems to allow for unattended diesel-fuel transfer in scenarios such as extended long-haul journeys.
Banlaw Bulk Fluid Transfer Couplings incorporate extra safety features to ensure they stay connected and avoid fuel spills in a constantly moving, and high-vibration application.
Locomotive servicing
Banlaw's solutions control contamination, reduce wear and manage clients' fluid assets. The company is focused on revolutionising the approach to rail servicing, and one method of doing this is by locating access points for servicing or provision of diesel fuel and hydrocarbon products near to one another in a more efficient design.
The Banlaw Evacuation Coupling (BEC) is another such innovation. One common coupling can be used to remove waste products from different sized receivers, without needing to change the mating nozzles, increasing efficiency.
Efficient fuel management equipment
Banlaw has a specialised approach to managing hydrocarbons, called 'Unified Fuel Management' (UFM). This system delivers efficiency and cost-effectiveness, optimising all aspects of refuelling and hydrocarbon management across clients' fleets.
The company's customers can achieve a reduction of up to 70% in tank fill times, just by transitioning from filling locomotives that operate at around 300l/min up to 1,000l/min. With a 14,000l tank, refuelling is reduced from 47 minutes to 14 minutes.
Scalable fuel management systems
Banlaw's FuelTrack™ fuel management system (FMS) is one of the only complete solutions on the hydrocarbons market, including fuel management software design, hardware manufacturing, and service.
The system scales from a single refuelling station to numerous bulk storages for thousands of locomotives, spanning entire continents.
Robust refuelling products to extend tank life
Rail operators who currently refuel at 300l/min to 500l/min could cut times by up to 50% simply by installing the appropriately matched Banlaw dry-break nozzles, receivers, and tank vents.
Banlaw also has a cold-temperature range of products, which can help refuelling systems to keep operating, even in cold climates down to -40°C.
Other Banlaw refuelling hardware includes high-speed vents and auto shut-off nozzles to provide overfill protection. FillSafe Zero is a pressureless overfill potection system engineered to extend tank life.
Banlaw is based in New South Wales, Australia, designing, engineering and manufacturing its own products and software. The company operates on a global scale, and has a network of trained distributors around the world who provide expert sales and service at a local level.
Delivering Unified Fuel Management for Rail
Head Office Australia
19 Metro Court
sales@banlaw.com
www.banlaw.com.au
1/16 Oxleigh Drive
537 West 600 South #800
Queensland Office
25 Lido Circuit


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Q: PowerShell: Upload files recursively to FTP server, creating any directory if it does not exist (without try catch) I am writing a PowerShell script which will be executed at timely intervals, which will grab any content of a specific directory + sub-directories and upload a copy of it, to an FTP server.
In case file already exist on the server, it will overwrite.
In case the directory does not exist on the server, it will be created.
I have achieved most of what I need it to do but am stuck on the sub-directory creation if not exist part.
The code I have is this, although not really clean yet.
function UploadFilesInDirectory($RemoteDestination, $LocalSource) {
    $local_files = Get-ChildItem $LocalSource

    foreach ($local_file in $local_files)
    {
        $isDirectory = (Get-Item $local_file.FullName) -is [System.IO.DirectoryInfo]

        if ($isDirectory)
        {
            UploadFilesInDirectory -RemoteDestination "$RemoteDestination" -LocalSource "$LocalSource\$local_file"
        }
        else
        {
            Write-Host "Uploading $local_file"

            $desinationPath = $LocalSource.Replace("$local_backup\", "")
            $desinationPath = "$remote_connection$desinationPath\$local_file".Replace("\", "/")

            $webclient.UploadFile("$desinationPath", $file.FullName )
        }
    }
}

Any help will be appreciated.

A: I do not think it's possible to effectively check for FTP directory/file existence with plain .NET/PowerShell functionality without using try/catch.

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*Either you need to use FtpWebRequest features to check for existence, but you have to use try/catch:
Check file existence on FTP server in PowerShell
I do not think it's that bad (if you factor out the test to a function).

*Or you need to use 3rd party FTP module/library/assembly/tool. E.g. my WinSCP .NET assembly. This is also covered in my answer to
Check file existence on FTP server in PowerShell

*Or you need to use something like ListDirectory to retrieve whole parent directory listing, parse it and look for the directory you are after. That's quite ineffective.

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by Guy Healy | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Fears over streaming content as Indian Supreme Court rules in favour of screening mechanism – Digital TV Europe
Tensions have arisen between foreign streaming services and the Hindu-based Modi government (2014- ), due to their capacity to air free of censorship. Netflix was subjected to calls for censorship over its TV series A Suitable Boy (2020- ), while Amazon Prime Video had to issue an apology over its political drama Tandav (2021) for allegedly offending Hindu beliefs. Meanwhile, the Latin American SVOD market to double within five years, led by Netflix, Amazon and Disney+, with Claro Video the largest expected local player, reports Digital TV Europe.
Game streaming and e-sports to grow to US$3.5 billion by 2025 – Digital TV Europe
The growth in value will complement an increasing viewer base. Juniper estimates that there will be over 1 billion e-sports and games viewers by 2025, increasing from 800 million viewers by the end of 2021.
FuboTV Hits 548K Subs in Q4, Up 73% | Next TV
Revenue from subscriptions was up 91% in the fourth quarter to $91.4 million, while advertising sales increased 157% to $13.1 million.
Sony PlayStation moves further away from video | FierceVideo
Starting August 31, 2021, the PlayStation Store will no longer offer movie and TV purchases and rentals. When this change takes effect, users will still be able to access movie and TV content they have purchased through PlayStation Store for on-demand playback on their PS4, PS5 and mobile devices.
Australian pay TV set for decline – Digital TV Europe
According to GlobalData, the total pay TV services revenue in the country will drop from US$2.4 billion in 2020 to US$2.1 billion in 2025, representing a CAGR of -2.6%. The report says that this decline will come as a result of continued drops in cable TV and DTH subscriptions. The firm predicts that cable TV and DTH subscriptions will decline at a CAGR of 10% and 7%, respectively, between 2020 and 2025 due to ever-increasing cord-cutting. This practice, along with a decline in ARPU levels across all pay-TV service segments will also hurt the overall pay TV revenues over the forecast period.
CPO Neal Mohan: 41% of AVOD Consumption Happens on YouTube – Media Play News
The executive claims 70% of YouTube viewers have purchased products advertised on the platform. Last December, more than 120 million people in the U.S. streamed YouTube or YouTube TV on their TV screens.
Fox's Tubi Made Millions With Reruns. Now It Wants Original Programming – BNN Bloomberg
Tubi will start off by focusing on original movies, but has discussed spending as much as $4 million an episode on new TV series, according to people familiar with the plans. The company is still talking to advertisers about partnerships for its first slate of programs, said the people, who asked not to be identified because plans haven't been announced.
AVOD Platforms Forecast To Grow To $18 Billion By 2025 03/09/2021 (mediapost.com)
In 2025, the analysis company projects that of the nearly $18 billion for AVOD, $5.3 billion will go for Hulu; $4.4 billion for Roku; $2.3 billion each for Peacock and Pluto; $1.9 billion for Tubi; and $500 million for HBO Max (an ad option yet to start.)
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B-25 Maid in the Shade Airbase Arizona
B-25J Mitchell "Maid in the Shade" was built in early 1944. She's very rare – one of 34 B-25Js still flying. Nearly 10,000 were produced. Used mainly as a low altitude strafe and skip bomber. Was used in America's first large-scale bombing offensive in the Philippines - sunk 8 ships and shot down 5 planes. Combat History – Based out of Serraggia Airbase, Corsica from Nov 1 – Dec 31, 1944. Assigned to: - 57th Bomb Wing o 319th Bomb Wing o 437th Squadron - Combat missions flown: ... Read more
Airbase Arizona
http://www.azcaf.org/
B-25J Mitchell "Maid in the Shade" was built in early 1944. She's very rare – one of 34 B-25Js still flying. Nearly 10,000 were produced.
Used mainly as a low altitude strafe and skip bomber. Was used in America's first large-scale bombing offensive in the Philippines - sunk 8 ships and shot down 5 planes.
Combat History – Based out of Serraggia Airbase, Corsica from Nov 1 – Dec 31, 1944.
Assigned to:
57th Bomb Wing o 319th Bomb Wing o 437th Squadron
Combat missions flown:
13 over Italy
2 over Yugoslavia


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Beerwah Pergolas are an ideal way to help live the great Queensland lifestyle. Excelfit handles the entire process from council approvals in the beginning, designing the perfect pergola, sourcing the highest quality materials and finally construction. Our design and construction techniques takes all of the stress out of your home renovation project.


We've all experienced a time in our lives where we reach a high level of pettiness causing us to make unreasonable decisions. Admit it – you've been there.
Take, for example, that one time your friend said something that annoyed you and you blocked him or her on social media out of irrational rage. Oops.
Luckily, these blocks aren't permanent. In fact, unblocking these people is actually pretty easy.
With that, I'm here to show you how to unblock someone on Snapchat. If you're familiar with how to use Snapchat, this should be a breeze for you.
Related: In the case that you're not irrationally blocking someone and actually have someone harassing you on Snapchat, learn how to block someone on Snapchat.
Below I'll go through the process step-by-step with photos (for the visual learners in the house) and discuss what happens after you unblock someone on Snapchat. Let's get to it.
Navigate to your profile screen (the screen with your bitmoji) and tap the 'Settings' gear in the top-right corner of the screen.
Once you've opened the 'Settings' menu, you'll need to scroll down to the 'Account Actions' section where you'll find 'Blocked' – tap this.
A list of users that you've blocked will appear. Tap the 'X' next to the name of the user you'd like to unblock.
Snapchat will require you to confirm that you want to unblock this user. Tap 'Yes' to unblock your Snapchat friend.
You've now successfully unblocked this user! They will disappear from your blocked list and can now see your Snapchat Stories and send you Snaps again.
BUT – there are a few other things to note now that you've unblocked this Snapchatter.
If you were wondering how to tell if someone blocked you on Snapchat – here's your answer.
Blocking another user ensures that they won't find any trace of your account moving forward. They will be unable to contact you in any way from their account and they are removed from your Snapchat friends list.
So depending on your reason for blocking that user, they may be able to tell that you blocked them in the first place.
If you're just looking to unblock the user so they can see your Stories and send you Snaps again, you won't need to re-add the user. In this case, they won't know that you blocked them.
But if you're looking to be Snapchat friends with them once again, you'll need to re-add that user as a friend. In this case, they will know that you blocked or removed them at some point in time.
Related: If you're not ready to block a user, but want to mute their Snapchat notifications, consider checking out the Snapchat Do Not Disturb feature.
To re-add a Snapchat friend, enter their username in the 'Search' bar at the top of your main screen and tap '+ Add' to re-add the Snapchatter to your friends list.
You've successfully unblocked someone on Snapchat!
We've covered everything you need to know about unblocking someone on Snapchat, including what to do after!
In the case that you have another rage-induced freakout, keep this article handy to unblock your annoying friends when they're a little less annoying.
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The Bar Exam
The Bar exam proves competency for licensure to practice law in each state. After graduating from an accredited law school and receiving approval from the state's board of bar examiners, each graduate must apply to take the Bar exam within the jurisdiction they want to practice. Each state varies in its requirements for passing the bar exam.
The Uniform Bar Exam and its Components
The Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) is a standardized test administered by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) and accepted across 36 states. The UBE includes 3 parts — the Multi-state Bar Examination (MBE), the Multi-state Essay Examination (MEE), and the Multi-state Performance Test (MPT). The state jurisdiction proctors and scores each UBE that is taken. Each jurisdiction administers the test twice a year, spanning over two days. Students sit for the MPT and MEE on the second to last Tuesday of February and July, and the MBE on the last Wednesday of February and July.
Taking the UBE is beneficial because it allows you to transfer your score and practice in other jurisdictions that also accept the UBE. For example, passing scores for the UBE in Massachusetts (270) will transfer as a valid score in Maine. However, states set different score requirements for passing the UBE. On a 400-point scale, the minimum score in most states is 260-270. There may be additional elements to the bar exam depending on the jurisdiction requirements. Some states that do not currently accept the UBE include California, Nevada, Louisiana, and Wisconsin.
The Multi-state Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE)
The MPRE is a requirement in all jurisdictions (besides Wisconsin and Puerto Rico) and is offered 3 times a year. Test-takers must complete 60 multiple-choice questions within two hours. The MPRE ensures each candidate fully understands the expected standards of professional conduct for lawyers regarding issues such as representation, privilege, appearance, contempt, malpractice, and disqualification. The MPRE tests the student's logical reasoning skills to make ethical legal decisions in any given situation.
The Multi-state Bar Examination (MBE)
Although the MBE is a component of the UBE, it is also an individually accepted portion of every other bar exam offered in the United States, except for Louisiana and Puerto Rico. This means that students who take the bar exam in non-UBE states, such as California, take the MBE as a portion of California's bar exam requirement. This test consists of 200 multiple-choice questions that address six critical areas in law — torts, contracts, criminal law, evidence, real property, and constitutional law.
Students sit for the test in one morning 3-hour session and one afternoon 3-hour session of the same day. The NCBE administers the MBE on the last Wednesday of February or July. On a 200-point scale, the MBE is based on the number of correct answers. Incorrect answers do not subtract from the final score. Therefore, students must answer every question to avoid unnecessary score deductions. The MBE score weighs at 50% of the overall UBE score. For states that require a passing UBE score of 270, students need to achieve an MBE score of at least 135.
The Multistate Essay Examination (MEE)
The MEE consists of six 30-minute questions and weighs at 30% of the overall UBE score. The NCBE administers the MBE. Many jurisdictions that do not accept the UBE require the MEE as an element of the bar exam. This shows the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in writing.
According to the NCBE, the MEE's purpose is to "test the examinee's ability to (1) identify legal issues raised by a hypothetical factual situation; (2) separate material which is relevant from that which is not; (3) present a reasoned analysis of the relevant issues in a clear, concise, and well-organized composition; and (4) demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental legal principles relevant to the probable solution of the issues raised by the factual situation."
The Multi-state Performance Test (MPT)
The MPT measures the lawyering skills of the candidate in a realistic situation. The test is two 90-minute components where the candidate is given a simulated case, documents and files relating to the case, and a specific task to complete based on the information given. The tasks vary between writing an objective memo, a persuasive brief, a letter, or an opinion letter. Although the task format may be different, the process of assessing the given information, applying knowledge of laws, and using logical reasoning proves the student's competency for the lawyering profession.
The NBCE administers MPT, and it weighs at 20% of the overall UBE score. The NBCE also administers the MPT in states, such as Nevada, that do not accept the UBE but require passing the MPT for successful completion of the state's bar exam.
How to Prepare for the Bar Exam
To begin preparing for the Bar exam, the candidate must understand the requirements of the jurisdiction the test is being administered. Once you know which tests you will be taking, you must use a combination of memorization and practice. These tests assess both knowledge and analytical lawyering skills. Most candidates study for the bar exam as if it were a full-time job with at least 400 studying hours before the bar exam. Many students choose to hire a tutor to improve their study habits and increase their chances of passing the bar. There is a multitude of test prep services to fit every prospective lawyer's study needs.


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