Markem-Imaje introduces on the marking and coding market a new small character inkjet printer: the 9232. This new printer translates the ability of Markem-Imaje to reinvent the standards of continuous inkjet technology and show its commitment via tangible facts to its customers. 9232 printer will be the flagship model of 9000 Series. It prints best before dates, logos, alphanumeric text, 1D and 2D barcodes for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, electronic, cable and extrusion industries.
The 9232 allows for optimal and transparent management of overall printing activities resulting in enhanced cost control, environmental impact reduction, better printing results and optimization of operator's time. Increased performance is directly linked to its new ink circuit and its innovative printhead. The 9232 printer is characterized by a new touch screen user interface, comparable to the best on the convenience market today.
Enhanced ink cartridge life to print up to 90 million characters per liter as standard.
Additive consumption can be reduced by up to 2.5 ml/h at 20 °C depending on the conditions.
Time between maintenance operations is extended to 18 months for standard applications.
18-month warranty for hardware in the conditions defined by Markem-Imaje.
IP55 stainless steel cabinet requiring no plant air.
New, revolutionary user interface with 7-inch wide color touch screen.
Real-time display of remaining print capacity and tracking of consumption, printer availability and maintenance procedures.
Fast, safe consumable changing, with no need to stop printing.
Print speed of up to 6.6 m/s.
Font height of up to 32 dots.
Optional ultrarapid mode for high-speed printing.
New multi-use ketone-free and MEK-free inks.
Electric power is limited to 60 VA reducing power consumption.
The new online Year in Review is titled "Inspired Brands. Intelligent World," reflecting the company's vision for achieving customer satisfaction and sales and earnings growth through innovative, high-performance materials, technology and solutions.
The engaging, interactive Year in Review showcases how the company is making brands around the world more distinctive and appealing and developing innovative information solutions that help businesses and consumers better organize their world. The Year in Review also notes the new names of one Avery Dennison business segment - Retail Information Services -- now known as Retail Branding and Information Solutions - and eight business units, all reflecting the increased external focus of the businesses. A chart showing the names is available at www.averydennison.com/2010review/businessnames.
In his letter to shareholders, Avery Dennison Chairman, President and CEO Dean Scarborough notes, "Avery Dennison made solid financial and strategic progress in 2010. We improved our financial results, strengthened our balance sheet and ended the year positioned to return more cash to you. At the same time, we continued to invest in long-term growth and transform Avery Dennison into a trusted partner that makes every brand more inspiring and the world more intelligent."
The company has presented its 2010 Year in Review in an online format separately from its annual report for shareholders. The company is following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's rules for "notice and access" of annual meeting-related materials, and making its annual report and proxy statement available to shareholders at a specific Website for electronic voting, the address of which is being mailed to shareholders.
Bill Poulson, a member of the Graphic Solutions unit at global anilox supplier Harper Corporation, will detail the advantages of laser engraved ceramic rollers during the ICE USA show in Orlando. A 34-year printing industry veteran, Poulson is Harper's Northeast Technical Graphics Advisor. He is a specialist in coatings and custom labeling and serves as a narrow web press trainer. Also, Poulson served as co-chairman of a session devoted to pressroom and production practices during an FTA Forum.
The International Converting Exhibition (ICE) – scheduled April 6 - 8 – will feature three full days of tech presentations focused on web coating, web handling, package printing, converting processes and quality and measurement issues. More than 250 national and international suppliers will showcase their flexible material converting technologies and services. Poulson will be part of a final day look at measurement, quality and chemistry concerns in package printing and converting. He will compare the use of chrome rollers to laser engraved ceramic rollers.
"Whether the application is flexographic or gravure, there are considerable benefits to making the conversion from chrome rollers to laser engraved ceramic rollers," Poulson said in advance of his speech. "There are parameters - volume and surface preparation - that must be maintained for the ceramic roller." The biggest key, according to Poulson, is knowing how chrome and engraved ceramic rollers react to each other. Release characteristics of ceramics are different. But once the variation is calculated, press operators can expect a huge payback in surface wear, he said. "This longer surface life of these [ceramic] rollers allows a slower wear curve which results in better consistency of coat weight throughout a press run," Poulson said.
The Association of International Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators (www.AIMCAL.org) bestowed its 2011 Product of the Year Award on the Consumer Packaging Div. of Graphic Packaging International (GPI), Marietta, GA, for a series of oval holiday canisters for Kleenex tissues from Kimberly-Clark Corp., Neenah, WI.
GPI, which has won top honors in this competition for the third consecutive year, served as converter on the project (shown alongside). The three-piece formed canister is designed by Kimberly-Clark to complement home décor during the holiday season. The sidewall structure consists of ultraviolet (UV) coating/UV inks/metallized polyethylene terephthalate (mPET)/0.016-inch solid bleached sulfate (SBS)/extruded low-density polyethylene. A proprietary process creates a lens pattern on the mPET. The resulting "ornaments" look so three-dimensional, the paperboard appears to be embossed. Registration marks in the film ensure the lens pattern aligns perfectly with the graphics. UV inks and coatings enhance shelf presence. The upscale, holiday-themed canisters sell for $2.99 each, a significantly higher price point than standard tissue packs.
The judges also named six category winners, which received either Marketing or Technical Awards. GPI also captured the Technical Award in the Food Packaging Category for a susceptor package it converts for Red Baron Fire Baked and Brick Oven Pizza Singles from Schwan's Consumer Brands North America, Marshall, MN. GPI converts the overprint varnish/ ink/ SBS/ patterned adhesive/ paper/adhesive/mPET to create a functional susceptor patch lamination that eliminates warping of the front panel when it's exposed to repeated freeze/thaw cycles. The warping not only made the package look less attractive on shelf, but also caused uneven cooking in the microwave oven. The key to preventing warping lies with the paper/mPET lamination and the adhesive pattern that attaches it to the SBS. The innovation extends package shelf life six months, presents a more appealing package, and enables more even cooking. Toray Plastics (America), Inc., North Kingstown, RI, supplies the PET film, which is metallized by Rol-Vac, LP, Dayville, CT.
Members of the judging panel were impressed by the shelf-life extension and warpage and waste reduction achieved by the pattern adhesive that attaches the suspector to the SBS. Since the adhesive creates open channels between the SBS and susceptor, humidity vents to the interior of the carton instead of passing through the paperboard, thereby minimizing warpage. The judges also cited the increase in line speed and reduction in waste as major technical achievements.
The Marketing Award in the Food Packaging Category goes to the Packaging Division of Uflex Ltd., Noida, India, for a PET/ mPET/ polyethylene standup pouch for chocolates from Cadbury India Ltd., Mumbai, India. Uflex serves as a single-source provider as the substrate supplier, printer (rotogravure), metallizer, laminator, slitter, and converter. Plasma metallization enhances the lamination's barrier properties. Added convenience is provided by a punched hole for hanging display and a press-to-close zipper. The judges noted the package design makes good use of the metallization. "The gold really makes the product look rich," said one judge. "The graphics are mouthwatering," observed another member of the panel.
Category, Hazen Paper Co., Holyoke, MA, captured the Marketing Award. Hazen Paper served as the substrate supplier and metallizer for a holographic slip case for the Elvis 75th Anniversary DVD Collection from Warner Home Video, Burbank, CA. The slip case wrap consists of 60-gauge custom holographic mPET laminated to 80-pound, coated-one-side litho/label paper from Hazen. A two-/three-dimensional Holo-Lens insert adds a security feature. The custom hologram, a repeating pattern of the name Elvis, reflects the persona of the star as well as the integrity and pizzazz of the brand. The litho/label stock exhibits excellent lay-flat and stay-flat characteristics to support faster printing and die-cutting speeds. The PET helps prevent score cracking. Other participants in the project included Multi Packaging Solutions, Indianapolis, which served as the converter and shared design duties with Warner Home Video.
The judges agreed the slip case is a superior integration of metallizing, holography, and printing. Registration between printing and holography is tight, and there's great contrast between the printed images and words. "Well done," they concluded.
Hazen also won a Technical Award in the Decorative Display Category for a magazine insert publicizing its custom holographic capabilities and sustainable practices. Hazen served as designer, substrate supplier, metallizer, and converter for the Rose Among Thorns insert. The 10-point, coated-two-side paper features a custom, transfer-metallized hologram overprinted in four-color process plus opaque white. A UV coating protects the front and back of the page. Transfer metallizing helps the relatively lightweight insert lay flat because it permits moisture gain and loss on both sides of the sheet.
Describing the insert as "really effective," the judges noted how transfer metallizing provides source reduction because it eliminates a metallized film layer. It also offers superior aesthetics and minimizes warping because it allows the paper to breathe. In addition, the holograms are so appealing "you want to touch the page and feel the cracks," commented one judge.
The Marketing Award in the Decorative Display Category goes to FLEXcon Co. Inc., Spencer, MA, as the substrate supplier for indoor floor advertisements for Tecate beer from Heineken USA, New York City, Dunmore Corp., Bristol, PA, served as metallizer, and Performance Printing, Dallas, handled converting tasks. The base film consists of FLEXmark MMV 400 F Silver TC-848 A-109 94 PFW, a 4-mil, metallized silver, pressure-sensitive polyester/vinyl laminate. The metallized base film generates a shinier, more reflective metallic appearance than the previous structure, which relied on screen-printed faux metallic ink. In addition, the pressure-sensitive adhesive bonds strongly to floor surfaces, but removes cleanly for up to 180 days after installation. The surface-printed, four-color-process graphics are protected by FLEXmark OV6602, a 4-mil, clear gloss, pressure-sensitive vinyl overlaminate that resists delamination and meets industry standards for non-slip performance (ASTM D 2047).
As its third win in the 2011 competition, Hazen Paper took home the Marketing Award in the Other Category for the holographic cover it designed, embossed, metallized, and laminated for the Super Bowl XLIV Exclusive Stadium Collection Edition program from H.O. Zimmerman, Inc., Lynn, MA. The custom hologram, featuring the Vince Lombardi Trophy, was transfer-metallized to 100-lb coated-two-side paper, which was then coated inline with Ultracure Acrylic.
A new website for label and packaging designers - the Pro Label Studio by UPM Raflatac..
UPM Raflatac has launched a new website for label and packaging designers. Pro Label Studio presents visual examples and valuable information about the numerous possibilities that self-adhesive label materials offer for building brands and enhancing the shelf-presence of consumer products. On the website, designers can learn about the challenges and requirements that different packaging materials, special effects and printing techniques place on label design and the choice of label material.
Pro Label Studio helps designers select the right label materials for end-uses including wine, beverage and personal care labelling, and renders textured previews of selected designs and materials on various kinds of product packaging. By rotating the previews, users get a feel for how the selected combinations work in real life. For designers who want to create something new and exciting, Pro Label Studio presents Innovations: new materials that offer fresh combinations of colour and texture for innovative label solutions.
ICE USA exceeds 250 exhibiting companies, many featuring running equipment..
With just a few weeks remaining before the inaugural ICE USA in Orlando on April 6-8, Show Management announced that it has exceeded 250 exhibiting companies and 50,000 square feet of sold exhibit space. This makes ICE USA the largest converting-exclusive event in North America since 2007. Hats off to the converting industry for such a strong turnout. We are thrilled that the exhibitor support has been so solid for our first show in North America, said Event Director Michael Boyle.
The quality is there and the focus is right. On top of that, the international mix of exhibiting companies, from Europe, Asia and the Americas, is the best of any ICE show ever – and that is saying a lot, as there have been many glorious ones in the past twelve years. Also, we are especially excited that dozens of these companies will be showcasing equipment on the show floor. Among the exhibitors featuring running machinery are New Era, Comexi, Kampf, Ashe, Jennerjahn, Atlas, Deacro, Soma, Guidolin, Lever, Parkinson Technologies, Elite Cameron, Vacuumatic and CMC Cevenini.
John Godbold, CEO of slitter rewinder specialists Ashe Converting, summed up the current mood among machinery suppliers: "If we believe in a show, we always take and run machinery. We are really looking forward to the launch ICE USA and anticipate seeing a lot of decision-makers in Orlando."
PPP Digital Imaging now offers ITR Multi Sleeves, a system that allows individual coils to be supplied instead of full length sleeves. This provides the flexibility to mix and match the coils as needed. PPP says it is ideal for composite print. The company has also moved into HD Imaging for flat plates and ITR sleeves.
PPP Digital Imaging has been supplying design, repro and flat polymer printing plates to the packaging industry for many years. Eighteen months ago the company moved into production of round polymer sleeves. PPP says switching to ITR adds value due to more efficient presses and faster runs, thereby increasing productivity. There are no tape and mounting costs.
Staffed by a team of highly motivated and experienced reprographic technicians, whose expertise encompasses all areas of print, PPP Digital Imaging produce the highest quality digital flexographic, Gravure and Lithographic reprographics, ranging from labels to flexibles and pre-print to post-print.
Rheintacho has unveiled a new series of LED stroboscopes for stationary use with the RT Strobe LED 3000, 5000 and 7000 models. This series complements the RT Strobe series, which uses Xenon technology and is already established in the market. Compared to Xenon stroboscopes, the LED series models are designed for various inspection widths. This is accompanied by greater light intensity depending on the inspection width. The RT Strobe LED 3000, 5000 and 7000 models offer inspection widths of 300mm, 500mm and 700mm respectively. Greater widths than 700mm are illuminated by using a number of these stroboscopes connected together, controlled by one control unit.
Stroboscopes are versatile instruments for the visualisiation of very fast movements. They are important and necessary tools for the inspection and control of machines and manufacturing lines eg in printing or textile industries. Stroboscopes could also be used for the non-contact measuring of rotational speed. If the stroboscope flash frequency matches the frequency of movement, the test object appears stationary. It can be observed and its frequency of movement recorded. Rheintacho offers stroboscopes in different design and technologies. For every single application the right tool for you.
Rheintacho says that the improving performance LEDs is now allowing for the development of stationary models that present serious alternatives to xenon models with regards to both performance and commercial aspects.
Both machine signals and the signal from a control unit can be used simultaneously thanks to the connections available in the series. The switch between the two inputs is performed by rocker switch on the back of the stroboscope. An option for regulating light intensity is included, even in the standard version of the RT Strobe 5000.
According to Kodak the company has licensed digital imaging technology to Nokia, LG, Motorola, Samsung, and Sony Ericsson. Bloomberg reports Kodak used the ITC to gain $550 million from Samsung and $414 million from LG for allegedly infringing the same patent as in the Apple and RIM cases.
German cutting tool manufacturer Wink has extended its range of finish variants for cutting tools. Its existing Black and Silver non-stick variants have been improved, while the new White and Grey variants have been launched. Wink's non-stick coatings can be used for flexible dies, solid rotary dies and other machine components. The non-stick coating makes it possible to increase production efficiency significantly when cutting 'extreme' adhesives, says the company.
Non-stick coatings for flexible dies have long been part of Wink's product portfolio. Their repellent action against adhesive and ink residues means that cutting tools stay totally clean, especially on the cutting lines.
This not only minimizes cleaning costs, but also increases production speed and efficiency. Because of the non-stick coating, hardly any labels adhere to the web or tool after cutting, which significantly increases the production rate. The coating does not in any way affect the flexibility, magnetic adhesion and precision of the flexible dies.
In close cooperation with material manufacturers and customers, the Wink research department conducted a series of tests in order to fine-tune all the variants to the needs of printers. This ultimately led to the development of four non-stick variants, each of which is recommended for specific main applications.
The grey variant (Grey) is an all-round product for difficult materials. It stands out for its optimum non-stick effect, which makes it suitable when using flexible dies with multi-layered labels and hot melt adhesives.
The white silicon-based non-stick coating (White) is the best option for coating solid rotary dies, but can also be used for flexible dies. Just like Grey, the White variant has optimum non-stick properties, even when using 'extreme' materials, and also provides added protection against ink residues.
Wink recommends its silver version (Silver) as a non-stick protection for accessory products, such as ink troughs and guide rollers. The special ink-repellent effect of the Silver coating makes the machine components significantly easier to clean. Silver is also suited to Wink protector plates, which are used in sheet-fed offset printing machines.
In addition, the Black, Grey and White variants can be combined with Wink MC coating and laser hardening, thereby maximizing the life of flexible dies.
Wink is represented in India by Shilp Ultratech.
Nuova Gidue has introduced two new press lines for the production of lottery tickets, shrinkable sleeves and cigarette boxes. The LTO line includes a new unwinder/rewinder for reels up to 1,500 mm wide and heavy duty offset print units to produce labels and packaging at speeds of 200 m/min. The LTO print unit is designed to produce minimum waste due to its short web path and high level of automation. It includes automated ink control and the PrintTutor camera system for 'intelligent' register set-up.
The LTF line includes newly developed flexographic print units for drying high volumes of water-based inks with limited energy consumption. The LTF flexo unit project follows eco-friendly requirements: reduced web path, automated set-up operations and reduced energy consumption. The LTF line can dry heavy deposits of inks and glues at high speeds, with half of the energy consumption required on other inline presses, claims the company.
The first LTO and LTF presses have been installed at Bei Jing Printing Second Factory in Beijing, China. The two presses are 530 mm wide: a 5-color UV offset LTO; and a 14-color air/IR Flexo LTF, plus inkjet digital printing from Kodak. The design of the LTF press, with double over-dimensioned chilled drums for each print unit, is said to allow excellent register performances on most substrates, also in second-pass mode.
Soma Engineering has launched its second generation automatic rewind tension control system, Tenzomat II. This option is available for the company's complete range of slitter rewinders and enables a wider spectrum of flexible packaging materials to be handled.
Precise rewind tension control is achieved through load cells linked to a PLC to measure tension values at each working station. These values are subsequently compared through special software to pre-set targets and any deviations are corrected through changes in the pressure inside the rewind shafts. This enables precise rewind tension control during the entire rewind cycle.
Tensomat II allows for variations in the width, thickness and diameter of rolls to be processed and enables the user to process a wider range of materials with top quality finished reels. Ease of operation is through touch screen control and entry of the job parameters that include rewind roll width, lay on roller weights and material thickness. The system is equipped with software that stores recipes for repeats jobs.
Rotocontrol has received a purchase order from Reynders Pharmaceutical Labels NV, in Belgium, for an RSC slitter/rewinder equipped with an AVT Helios 100% Inspection System. Three other slitter/rewinder inspection machines were previously purchased from the company by Reynders Etiketten NV, also located in Belgium.
The new machine will include a vacuum splice table with integrated waste wind-up at the vertical inspection area, a recently released option available on all Rotocontrol RSC slitter/rewinder and RSP Single Pass 100% Security inspection machines.
Marc Reynders, CEO of Reynders Label Printing commented, 'Our current investment of three Rotocontrol inspection machines has proved very beneficial for label production at Reynders Etiketten NV. Significant growth within Reynders Pharmaceutical Labels NV resulted in a need to expand our slitting/rewinding and inspection capacity, and we naturally opted to invest in another machine from the company'.
Kodak announced a $100,000 donation to the International Red Cross relief efforts helping survivors of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The donation will be made directly to the International Red Cross from Kodak's Japan offices in Tokyo.
Kodak's operations in Japan include sales, customer service and support, and manufacturing. There were no injuries among Kodak employees and their families in Japan.
Enfocus will present its innovative automation and PDF preflighting solutions at digi:media 2011, a new trade fair for commercial and digital printing professionals under the theme of 'Content meets Technology meets Business'. Enfocus' latest solutions fit perfectly with the theme, with the company running demonstrations of Switch and PitStop Connect. digi:media takes place in the Messe, Dusseldorf, 7- 9 April. Enfocus can be found in Hall 6 on stand C22-1.
Martin Werder, Managing Director at Impressed, adds: "We are pleased to partner with Enfocus and look forward to supporting them at digi:media 2011. By running joint demonstrations, we can show delegates how easily the Enfocus automation and preflighting solutions can be integrated with third-party applications. At the show, we will also present InDesign Connect, a brand new development that connects the InDesign Layout Desktop directly to a Switch-based workflow."
Enfocus is to showcase Switch at digi:media 2011. The solution enables commercial and digital printing professionals to automate repetitive tasks, standardize their work and reduce errors. Configurators make the process even simpler, allowing users to integrate applications they already use and automate third-party software application tasks without manually launching those applications.
The Switch product family includes three versions, with an easy upgrade path among the three: the entry-level LightSwitch, FullSwitch that includes configurators to easily integrate with third-party applications and PowerSwitch, which extends the automation even further through custom scripts and meta data support (incl. JDF, XMP and XML).
Another solution on display at digi:media 2011 will be PitStop Connect. PitStop Connect is an easily set-up single gateway for file transmission between graphic designers and printers or publishers. All types of files can be delivered, including metadata that goes along with the file, such as an order identity, quantity or format. It ensures that all files the user receives are according to his specifications and transferred directly into his workflow.
PitStop Connect can also be used to preflight PDF files upon delivery, using Enfocus bulletproof PDF preflighting and correction technology within a Connector. Problems such as missing fonts and low-resolution images are detected and if possible even corrected automatically. Connectors enable file delivery to an FTP or directly into an Enfocus Switch automated workflow. The latest version of PitStop Connect 09 further streamlines communication by providing support for updating Connectors and live feedback during operations.
FINAT, the European association for the self-adhesive label industry reports that demand for self-adhesive label materials in Europe has continued its strong recovery in 2010. From the all time lows recorded at the peak of the global financial crisis in mid 2009, demand returned to pre-crisis levels in the course of 2010. Last year, an overall volume of around 5.7 bln. square meters was recorded, an increase of 11.4% compared to 2009 and 3.5% above the level recorded in 2007, the year before the collapse of global financial markets.
Underlying this growth was the strong, 9.5% recovery of the demand for rolls of paper based label materials, representing some 70% of total demand for self-adhesive label materials. Exceeding this growth, however, was the increase in demand for filmic roll label materials (PE, PP, others), which amounted to 15.3% over the previous year. Filmic materials thus resumed their rise in the share of European self-adhesive materials demand and this from just over 15% at the beginning of the decade to over 22.5% in 2010.
Geographically, growth in demand was driven by Eastern and Southern Europe (including Turkey). Both regions recorded healthy double digit growth figures of 20.6% and 13% respectively. Within these regions, Turkey, Russia, Bulgaria and Romania stood out with annualized growth (well) in excess of 20%, a sign of strong economic development in this emerging region. In the more matured regions, growth of self-adhesive label demand was more modest at around 4.5 - 8.5%, although double digit growth figures recorded for Germany, The Netherlands, Italy and Spain ranked above the top end of this range.
This healthy recovery does not come without significant future risks and concerns however. Already in the late summer of 2010, FINAT members expressed concerns about disturbances in the supply chain that were building up pressure on raw materials' market conditions. According to Finat's quarterly member survey, this prospect tempered the optimism of executives at the beginning of 2011, although the balance of respondents continued to be positive about business prospects for the industry.
Over the past three to four months, the pressure on raw materials has aggravated. Between January 2010 and January 2011, the benchmark pulp prices increased between 20-25%, while resins for LDPE, PP and PET, crucial to filmic label materials, increased between 25-35%. Polymers necessary for the production of adhesives, even increased by 65-75%. Also ink suppliers are being faced with the impact of tight raw materials' markets and have announced price increases ranging up to 30%. The rise of crude oil, driven by the uncertainties in the Arab world, is further intensifying the pressure, not in the least because of the increase of related transportation costs.
EskoArtwork is showcasing how its sophisticated suite of digital flexo, workflow automation and pre-production solutions help customers competitively enhance their production at Gulf Print & Pack on stand C760. Gulf Print & Pack takes place at Dubai at Airport Expo, from March 14 to 17.
Suite 10 with integrated software solutions for packaging prepress, 3D structural design and quality assurance, collaboration and automation, and color management. Visitors can follow demonstrations of the Automation Engine 10 and version 10 releases of all editor applications: ArtPro 10, PackEdge 10, DeskPack 10, ArtiosCAD 10 and Studio 10. Integrated more than ever, Automation Engine 10 adds capabilities to the automation of repetitive tasks, and takes the human interaction out of the pre-production process. This avoids mistakes and saves considerable time and money.
Packaging expertise with HD Flexo 2.0, which has been designed to help customers maximize their production capabilities, ensuring high quality and consistent flexo printing. It combines 4000 dpi HD optics on the EskoArtwork Cyrel Digital Imager (CDI) with advanced MicroCell screening technologies to produce sharper and more accurate imaging. The new version is an evolution of EskoArtwork's patented PlateCell technology and provides higher solid ink density (SID) for more vibrant colors on packaging while printing with standard flexo inks and anilox rollers.
Versatility of substrate choice is one of the benefits demonstrated by the small format Kongsberg i-XE10. The high precision digital cutting table provides an efficient and adaptable digital finishing solution for short-run production of a variety of visual communications including sign and display and labels.
basysPrint UV-setter 850 on show at Gulf Print & Pack..
At the Gulf Print & Pack show (14 - 17 March at Airport Expo, Dubai), basysPrint featured its manual UV-Setter 850 series solution for conventional plate exposure. The success of the basysPrint UV-Setter family, of which over 200 units were sold in 2010, proves the undeniable advantages of combining the latest in CTP technology and the wide choice of proven conventional printing plates. Keywords are cost efficiency, quality, modularity, and sustainability.
"Rather than locking our customers into a specific plate technology, the basysPrint approach allows them free choice of plate types and plate suppliers, with over 60 plates of more then 15 suppliers. UV plates today still have a good price advantage over other CTP plates. And its leading chemistry is compatible with multiple plate brands to standardize plate processing and reduce cost, " says Christophe Lievens, Director of Sales and Marketing at basysPrint. "We welcome the opportunity to highlight our UV-Setter family and CTP technology to visitors at Gulf Print & Pack".
With the basysPrint UV-Setter 400 and 800 Series the keyword is modular flexibility. An existing manual installation can be upgraded to become a fully automatic system at any later time, with either a single- or multi-cassette plate loading system. Light modules containing latest generation violet diodes can be multiplied to enhance exposure speed: the more light modules you combine the faster the plate exposure.
The basysPrint UV-Setter offers ecology friendly processing chemistry. It is a low alkali, soap like solution that can be poured down the drain. There is no contamination with heavy metals, silicones or other hazardous components. The chemistry consumption is very low (20-50 ml per m²). On top of that, the system presents a very low energy consumption (2KWH versus 8.3 KWH with thermo plates).
Karstedt Associates, Ltd. is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the much anticipated Commercialization Assessment Report prepared specifically to assist the Narrow Web Label Printer/Converter in evaluating technologies and opportunities for digital label printing. This report is produced in collaboration with Mike Ferrari of Ferrari Innovation Solutions, LLC and is the first in a series of planned business analysis and decision tools, several others will be coming over the next few months.
Unlike "traditional" market evaluations, Commercialization Assessments are designed to provide actionable input on how digital print technology can be applied in your existing workflow, their overall positioning within your product mix, and provide insight on how your customers may perceive and respond to your expansion in this area.
Enter your own operating parameters, including production costs, product mix, existing print technologies, equipment, and more.
e.g. Wondering what the impact of adding a digital press to your workflow will be on your bottom line? Create your own cost/ROI scenarios to help you determine the best approach for your operations.
Xeikon announces the further expansion of its dealer network in Asia Pacific with the appointment of Pt Tosi Jasindo as Xeikon distributor in Indonesia. By partnering with one of the region's leading distributors, Xeikon positions itself to capitalize on the growth potential of the Indonesian market. Under the terms of the distribution agreement, Tosi Jasino will support Xeikon in the label and packaging printing market, by providing sales and service support for the Xeikon 3000 Series and it's solutions for the label market.
Following a thorough review of the opportunities presented by the rapidly expanding Asia Pacific region, Xeikon continues its strategy to strengthen its presence. The appointment of Pt Tosi Jasindo is a next essential step of this approach. Pt Tosi Jasindo has several years of experience in selling label presses and decoration technologies in Indonesia. "This makes Tosi Jasindo the best positioned partner for Xeikon in a market that has good potential," states Hans Gerinckx, Sales Director Industrial Printing at Xeikon.
Eastman Kodak Company has completed its previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the assets of the relief plates business of Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co., Ltd. TOK . The acquisition expands and enhances Kodak's capabilities to serve customers, particularly in the packaging industry, a key growth segment for the company. This newly acquired business is now a part of Kodak's Prepress Solutions business and will conduct business under the name of Yamanashi RPB Supply Company.
The relief plate business includes flexography, letterpress, Braille and molding plate products produced and marketed by TOK worldwide. Included in the acquisition agreement is a manufacturing plant and development facility located in Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo, which produces relief plates.
The approximately 100 employees who were part of TOK's relief plates business, most of them located in Yamanashi, have joined Kodak. "We are delighted by this opportunity to add TOK's talented employees to our existing team for the benefit of our customers and shareholders," said Edwards.
Kodak is a worldwide leader in the printing plates market, with a portfolio that includes digital offset plates, flexographic plates, and analog offset plates, which are part of Kodak's comprehensive family of prepress solutions, including computer-to-plate devices, proofing solutions, plate processing equipment, and workflow. Kodak has been steadily expanding its portfolio to offer complete solutions for packaging customers, including the award-winning Kodak FlexCel NX Digital Flexographic System, Kodak Prinergy PowerPack Workflow, and the Kodak Approval NX Digital Color Imaging System.
Aimed at the food, beverage and personal care segments, UPM Raflatac has recently launched its RafBio range of biodegradable cellulose films, PLA films, and paper faces combined with the company's new biodegradable adhesive RP 55 Bio. The RafBio cellulose films in Clear, White and Silver are made from renewable wood-pulp from managed plantations. They are sustainably sourced and home-compostable. Cellulose films are top-coated for good printability.
The RafBio PLA films in Clear and White are derived from corn starch and are suitable for direct food contact and are designed to offer versatile options compliant to EN13432, the European standard for compostable packaging. These industrially compostable PLA films have naturally good printing properties, excellent scratch resistance and higher levels of transparency and gloss, says the company. They also offer resistance to moisture, fats and oils.
The newly launched RP 55 Bio adhesive has been formulated for sustainability and biodegradability. It includes a high content of renewable (non-fossil derived) materials. RP 55 Bio is available with the biodegradable films as well as two paper faces: Raflacoat Plus and Thermal ECO 300. Most papers can be classed as chemically unmodified materials of natural origin, and can be accepted as biodegradable without testing.
RafBio films are also supplied with UPM Raflatac's RP 37 adhesive. The adhesive itself isn't biodegradable, but adhesive and ink amounts below 1 percent of the total packaging are 'considered negligible' under EN 13432, according to UPM Raflatac. RP 37 is water resistant.
UPM Raflatac has also introduced a face material for tamper-free packaging. Holo Security is a metalized paper material with integrated holographic effect, which the company says can replace cost-intensive hot stamping on-press, yet has the same advantage of being hard to reproduce. The lacquered face assists a good overprint with conventional printing techniques and thermal transfer.
Holo Security is at its best on sealing labels for luxury and consumer goods packages as well as in logistics and transport applications. An even higher degree of protection can be reached by adding security die-cutting on the printing press.
OMET's open house to conclude today..


text:
html, body, header, section, footer, article, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6, input, button, label, p, fieldset, nav, ul, li, a, span, strong, em, img, #wrapper {
  margin: 0;
  padding: 0;
  border: 0;
  outline: 0;
  font-size: 100%;
  vertical-align: baseline;
  background: transparent; }

/* CLEARFIX */
.clearfix, body #wrapper .info:after, body #wrapper .info:before {
  content: "\0020";
  display: block;
  height: 0;
  overflow: hidden;
  clear: both; }

body #wrapper {
  width: 930px;
  font-family: Constantina, Georgia, 'Nimbus Roman No9 L', serif;
  font-size: 16px;
  margin: 25px;
  border: 1px solid black;
  border-radius: 15px; }
  body #wrapper h1 {
    font-size: 30px;
    margin: 15px 35px;
    margin-bottom: 5px; }
  body #wrapper .postedby {
    border-top: 1px solid black;
    border-bottom: 1px solid black;
    width: 400px;
    margin-top: 5px;
    margin-left: 50px;
    padding: 5px 15px; }
  body #wrapper .left-arrow {
    float: left;
    margin-top: 30px; }
  body #wrapper .right-arrow {
    float: right;
    margin-top: 30px; }
  body #wrapper .info {
    zoom: 1;
    margin: 20px 35px;
    text-align: justify; }

/*# sourceMappingURL=task1.css.map */

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


This is a legal agreement between you, the potential user of this website ("you"), and Saavn Media Private Limited, its subsidiaries and its affiliates ("JioSaavn").
These Terms are an "electronic record" as per the Information Technology Act, 2000 of India, and the rules thereunder as applicable and the amended provisions pertaining to electronic records in various statutes under applicable Indian laws. This electronic record is generated by a computer system and does not require any physical or digital signatures.
JioSaavn is merely acting as a passive conduit to facilitate storage, transfer of third-party information and data and therefore JioSaavn is an intermediary under the Information Technology Act, 2000 of India as amended and the relevant rules made thereunder.
JioSaavn may, at its sole discretion, modify these Terms at any time, but if we do, we will bring it to your attention by placing a notice on the Site, by sending you an email, and/or by some other means. If you don't agree with the new Terms, you are free to reject them; unfortunately, that means you will no longer be able to use the Services. If you use the Services in any way after a change to the Terms is effective, that means you agree to all of the changes.
NOTICE: Please read these Terms carefully. They cover important information about Services provided to you and any charges, taxes, and fees we bill you. These Terms include information about automatic renewals, limitations of liability, a class action waiver, and resolution of disputes by arbitration instead of in court.
ARBITRATION NOTICE AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER: EXCEPT FOR CERTAIN TYPES OF DISPUTES DESCRIBED IN THE ARBITRATION SECTION BELOW, YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND JioSaavn WILL BE RESOLVED BY BINDING, INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND YOU WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OR CLASS-WIDE ARBITRATION.
JioSaavn is constantly innovating in order to provide the best possible experience for its users. You acknowledge and agree that the form and nature of the Services, which JioSaavn provides, may change from time to time without prior notice to you.
As part of this continuing innovation, you acknowledge and agree that JioSaavn may stop (permanently or temporarily) providing any of the Services to you or to users generally at JioSaavn's sole discretion, without prior notice to you. You may stop using the Services at any time.
You acknowledge and agree that if JioSaavn disables access to your account, you may be prevented from accessing the Services, your account details, or any files or other content that is contained in your account.
In order to access certain Services, you may be required to sign up for an account, and select a password and user name. You promise to provide us with accurate, complete, and updated registration information about yourself. You may not select as your user name a name that you don't have the right to use, or another person's name with the intent to impersonate that person. You may not transfer your account to anyone else without our prior written permission.
You agree to use the Services only for purposes that are permitted by (a) the Terms and (b) any applicable law, regulation, or generally accepted practices or guidelines in the relevant jurisdictions (including any laws regarding the export of data or software to and from the United States, United Kingdom, India, and other relevant countries). If your use of the Services is prohibited by applicable laws, then you aren't authorized to use the Services. We can't and won't be responsible for your using the Services in a way that breaks the law.
You agree not to access (or attempt to access) any of the Services by any means other than through the interface that is provided by JioSaavn, unless you have been specifically allowed to do so in a separate agreement with JioSaavn. You specifically agree not to access (or attempt to access) any of the Services through any automated means (including use of scripts or web crawlers) and shall ensure that you comply with the instructions set out in any robots.txt file present on the Services.
You agree that you will not engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Services (or the servers and networks which are connected to the Services). Unless you have been specifically permitted to do so in a separate agreement with JioSaavn, you agree that you will not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, trade, or resell the Services for any purpose.
You agree that you are solely responsible for (and that JioSaavn has no responsibility to you or to any third party for) any breach of your obligations under the Terms and for the consequences (including any loss or damage which JioSaavn may suffer) of any such breach.
You agree and understand that you are responsible for not automating account creation. You are also responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of passwords associated with any account you use to access the Services. Accordingly, you agree that you will be solely responsible to JioSaavn for all activities that occur under your account. JioSaavn is not responsible whatsoever for any actions taken under your account.
If you become aware of any unauthorized use of your password or of your account, you agree to notify JioSaavn immediately at support@jiosaavn.com.
You understand that all information (such as files, media, images, text) which you may have access to as part of, or through your use of, the Services is the sole responsibility of the source from which such content originated. All such information is referred to here as the "Content". JioSaavn does its best to give proper credit to the source from which the data was indexed. JioSaavn's search engine lays no claim to the ownership of the content originated at these sites. If some Content is cached, it is done for the sole purpose of providing users with the best possible service. If you think that any Content is objectionable, please inform JioSaavn at your convenience.
The notifier's address, telephone number, and email address.
You agree that you are solely responsible for (and that JioSaavn has no responsibility to you or to any third party for) any Content that you create, transmit, or display while using the Services and for the consequences of your actions (including any loss or damage which JioSaavn may suffer) by doing so.
Unless you have agreed otherwise in writing with JioSaavn, nothing in the Terms gives you a right to use any of JioSaavn's trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. You agree that you shall not remove, obscure, or alter any proprietary rights notices (including copyright and trade mark notices), which may be affixed to or contained within the Services. Unless you have been expressly authorized to do so in writing by JioSaavn, you agree that in using the Services, you will not use any trade mark, service mark, trade name, or logo of any company or organization in a way that is likely or intended to cause confusion about the owner or authorized user of such marks, names or logos.
Paid Services. Certain of our Services, including JioSaavn Pro, may be subject to payments now or in the future (the "Paid Services"). Please see our Paid Services page for a description of the current Paid Services. Please note that any payment terms presented to you in the process of using or signing up for a Paid Service are deemed part of these Terms.
Recurring Billing. Some of the Paid Services may consist of an initial period, for which there is a one-time charge, followed by recurring period charges as agreed to by you. By choosing a recurring payment plan, you acknowledge that such Services have an initial and recurring payment feature and you accept responsibility for all recurring charges prior to cancellation. We may submit periodic charges (e.g., monthly) without further authorization from you, until you provide prior notice (receipt of which is confirmed by us) that you have terminated this authorization or wish to change your payment method. Such notice will not affect charges submitted before we reasonably could act. To terminate your authorization or change your payment method, go to the account settings on JioSaavn, Stripe, Apple iTunes, or Google Play as applicable.
Current Information Required. You must provide current, complete and accurate information for your billing account. You must promptly update all information to keep your billing account current, complete and accurate (such as a change in billing address, credit card number or credit card expiration date), and you must promptly notify us or our payment processor if your payment method is cancelled (e.g., for loss or theft) or if you become aware of a potential breach of security, such as the unauthorized disclosure or use of your user name or password. Changes to such information can be made in your account settings. If you fail to provide any of the foregoing information, you agree that we may continue charging you for any use of paid services under your billing account unless you have terminated your paid services as set forth above.
Auto-Renewal for Paid Services. Unless you opt out of auto-renewal, which can be done through your account settings, any Paid Services you have signed up for will be automatically extended for successive renewal periods of the same duration as the subscription term originally selected, at the then-current non-promotional rate. To change or resign your Paid Services at any time, go to account settings. If you terminate a Paid Service, you may use your subscription until the end of your then-current term and your subscription will not be renewed after your then-current term expires. However, you won't be eligible for a prorated refund of any portion of the subscription fee paid for the then-current subscription period. If you do not want to continue to be charged on a recurring monthly basis, you must cancel the applicable Paid Service through your account settings or terminate your Company account before the end of the recurring term. Paid Services cannot be terminated before the end of the period for which you have already paid, and except as expressly provided in these terms, JioSaavn will not refund any fees that you have already paid.
Free Trials and Other Promotions. Any free trial or other promotion that provides access to a Paid Service must be used within the specified time of the trial. You must stop using a Paid Service before the end of the trial period in order to avoid being charged for that Paid Service. If you cancel prior to the end of the trial period and are inadvertently charged for a Paid Service, please contact us at support@jiosaavn.com.
JioSaavn may, at any time, terminate its legal agreement with you, including termination of your account, if you breach any provision of the Terms, as per the sole discretion of JioSaavn. JioSaavn holds the right to deny you Services without any express reason. JioSaavn may also terminate the relationship with you if JioSaavn is legally required to do so (e.g., when provision of Services provided by JioSaavn is, or becomes, unlawful); or if the partner(s) with whom JioSaavn offered the Services to you has terminated its relationship with JioSaavn or ceased to offer the Services to you; or the provision of the Services to you by JioSaavn is, in JioSaavn's opinion, no longer commercially viable.
No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained by you from JioSaavn, or through or from the Services shall create any warranty not expressly stated in the terms.
JioSaavn further expressly disclaims all warranties and conditions of any kind, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties and conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
The limitations on JioSaavn's liability to you above shall apply whether or not JioSaavn has been advised of or should have been aware of the possibility of any such losses arising.
To the fullest extent allowed by applicable law, under no circumstances and under no legal theory (including, without limitation, tort, contact, strict liability, or otherwise) shall JioSaavn (or its licensors or suppliers) be liable to you or to any other person for any amount, in the aggregate, in excess of the greater of (i) $100 or (ii) the amounts paid by you to JioSaavn in connection with the services in the twelve (12) month period preceding this applicable claim.
To the fullest extent allowed by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold JioSaavn, its affiliates, officers, agents, employees, and partners harmless from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages (actual and consequential), losses and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from or in any way related to any third party claims relating to (a) your use of the Services (including any actions taken by a third party using your account), and (b) your violation of these Terms.
The manner, mode, and extent of advertising by JioSaavn on the Services are subject to change without specific notice to you. In consideration for JioSaavn granting you access to and use of the Services, you agree that JioSaavn may place such advertising on the Services.
Both you and JioSaavn acknowledge and agree that Apple and Apple's subsidiaries are third party beneficiaries of these Terms, and that upon your acceptance of these Terms, Apple will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as the third party beneficiary hereof.
The Services may include hyperlinks to other web sites or content or resources. JioSaavn may have no control over any web sites or resources which are provided by companies or persons other than JioSaavn.
You acknowledge and agree that JioSaavn is not responsible for the availability of any such external sites or resources, and does not endorse any advertising, products, or other materials on or available from such web sites or resources.
You acknowledge and agree that JioSaavn is not liable for any loss or damage which may be incurred by you as a result of the availability of those external sites or resources, or as a result of any reliance placed by you on the completeness, accuracy or existence of any advertising, products or other materials on, or available from, such web sites or resources.
Please read the following arbitration agreement carefully because it requires you to arbitrate certain disputes and claims with JioSaavn and limits the manner in which you can seek relief from us. Both you and JioSaavn acknowledge and agree that for the purposes of any dispute arising out of or relating to the subject matter of these Terms, JioSaavn's officers, directors, employees and independent contractors ("Personnel") are third party beneficiaries of these Terms, and that upon your acceptance of these Terms, Personnel will have the right (and will be deemed to have accepted the right) to enforce these Terms against you as the third party beneficiary hereof.
Arbitration Rules. Applicability of Arbitration Agreement. Any dispute arising out of or relating to the subject matter of these Terms shall be finally settled by binding arbitration in New York, New York. The arbitration will proceed in the English language, in accordance with the Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures of Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. ("JAMS") then in effect, by one commercial arbitrator with substantial experience in resolving intellectual property and commercial contract disputes, who shall be selected from the appropriate list of JAMS arbitrators in accordance with such Rules. Judgment upon the award rendered by such arbitrator may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. Notwithstanding the foregoing obligation to arbitrate disputes, each party shall have the right to pursue injunctive or other equitable relief at any time, from any court of competent jurisdiction.
Costs of Arbitration. The JAMS rules will govern payment of all arbitration fees. JioSaavn will pay all arbitration fees for claims less than $75,000. JioSaavn will not seek its attorneys' fees and costs in arbitration unless the arbitrator determines that your claim is frivolous.
Small Claims Court. Furthermore, either you or JioSaavn may assert claims, if they qualify, in small claims court in New York, New York or any United States county where you live or work.
Waiver of Jury Trial. You and JioSaavn waive any constitutional and statuatory rights to go to court and have a trial in front of a judge or jury. You and JioSaavn are instead choosing to have claims and disputes resolved by arbitration. Arbitration procedures are typically more limited, more efficient, and less costly than rules applicable in court and are subject to very limited review by a court. In any litigation between you and JioSaavn over whether to vacate or enforce an arbitration award, you and JioSaavn waive all rights to a jury trial, and elect instead to have the dispute be resolved by a judge.
Waiver of Class or Consolidated Actions. All claims and disputers within the scope of this arbitration agreement must be arbitrated or litigated on an individual basis and not on a class basis. Claims of more than one customer or user cannot be arbitrated or litigated jointly or consolidated with those of any other customer or user. If however, this waiver of class or consolidated actions is deemed invalid or unenforceable, neither you nor we are entitled to arbitration; instead all claims and disputes will be resolved in a court as set forth below.
Opt-out. You have the right to opt out of the provisions of this Section by sending written notice of your decision to opt out to the following address: JioSaavn LLC, 460 Park Avenue South, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10016 (Attn: General Counsel) postmarked within 30 days of first accepting these Terms. You must include (1) your name and residence address; (2) the email address and/or telephone number associated with your account; and (3) a clear statement that you want to opt out of these Terms' arbitration agreement.
Exclusive Venue. If you send the opt-out notice, and/or in any circumstances where the foregoing arbitration agreement permits either you or JioSaavn to litigate any dispute arising out of or relating to the subject matter of these Terms in court, then the foregoing arbitration agreement will not apply to either party and both you and JioSaavn agree that any judicial proceeding (other than small claims actions) will be brought in the state or federal courts located in New York, New York.
You and JioSaavn agree that the Terms constitute the complete and exclusive legal agreement between you and JioSaavn and govern your use of the Services (but excluding any services which JioSaavn may provide to you under a separate written agreement), and completely supersede and cancel any prior written and oral agreements, communications and other understandings between you and JioSaavn in relation to the Services and the subject matter of the Terms.
You will be responsible for paying, withholding, filing, and reporting all taxes, duties, and other governmental assessments associated with your activity in connection with the Services, provided that JioSaavn may, in its sole discretion, do any of the foregoing on your behalf or for itself as it sees fit.
You hereby acknowledge and agree that you are not an employee, agent, partner, or joint venture of JioSaavn, and you do not have any authority of any kind to bind JioSaavn in any respect whatsoever.
You agree that JioSaavn may provide you with notices, including those regarding changes to the Terms, by email, regular mail, or postings on the Services. You agree that if you or JioSaavn do not exercise or enforce any legal right or remedy which is contained in the Terms (or which you or JioSaavn have the benefit of under any applicable law), this will not be taken to be a formal waiver of you or JioSaavn's rights and that those rights or remedies will still be available to you or JioSaavn.
You may not assign, delegate or transfer these Terms or your rights or obligations hereunder, or your Services account, in any way (by operation of law or otherwise) without JioSaavn's prior written consent. We may transfer, assign, or delegate these Terms and our rights and obligations without consent. These Terms are governed by and will be construed under the Federal Arbitration Act, applicable federal law, and the laws of the State of New York, without regard to the conflicts of laws provisions thereof.
Each Code is valid until the date specified in the applicable terms and conditions.
Codes can be redeemed at saavn.com/redeem.
To redeem a Code, you must be a registered user.
Codes can be used only once.
You are responsible for cancelling any existing paid subscriptions.
Except as otherwise required by applicable law, Codes cannot be redeemed for cash, returned, or resold.
JioSaavn is not responsible for lost, stolen, or misused Codes.


The YottaMark Authentication Platform detects and deters counterfeiting, diversion and fraud and allows manufacturers, brand protection personnel, law enforcement officials – even consumers – to authenticate individual products anytime, anywhere. Real time intelligence provides brand owners valuable feedback from the field and an early warning of attacks on their brands.
YottaMark will use the new investment to accelerate sales and marketing of the HarvestMark platform and meet the growing demand for traceability and transparency within the food supply chain.


text:
Longford senior and U-21 footballers in action
Barry McKeon pictured in action for Longford against Louth in Round 2 of the National Football League.
Padraic O'Brien
padraig.obrien@longford-leader.ie
Longford footballers are facing a couple of very crucial games ahead with the seniors taking on Armagh in Division 3 of the National League while the U-21s are away to Kildare in the Leinster Championship quarter-final.
First into action are Denis Conneton's side who will be hoping to make the most of home advantage when they take on Armagh at Glennon Brothers Pearse Park on Sunday (throw-in 2pm) in the bid to bounce back from the disappointing defeat against Louth in Drogheda.
Longford really cannot afford to lose any further ground in order to keep their promotion hopes alive, along with the fear of getting dragged down into a relegation battle, but achieving a positive result in the Round 3 clash will probably prove to be a difficult task.
Armagh, after all, were considered strong contenders to win the Division 3 title but the picture has changed after they somehow managed to let victory slip from their grasp in the draw v Sligo (away) and the agonising last gasp defeat v Laois (home).
Their manager Kieran McGeeney must be furious with the failure of his players to come out on top in both those games and he will be demanding a big response from the Armagh team in what is a must win game for them.
NFL Round 3 Fixtures
Laois v Tipperary
Longford v Armagh
Antrim v Sligo
Offaly v Louth
Under 21 clash v Kildare in Newbridge
The following Wednesday night (March 1) at the Hawkfield GAA grounds in Newbridge (throw-in 7.30pm) the promising Longford U-21 squad (managed by Frank McNamee) are up against what is sure to be a strong Kildare outfit backboned by the bulk of the players who featured in the Leinster Minor Championship title triumphs in 2015 and 2016.
Longford, of course, lost to Kildare (2-15 to 1-9) in the U-18 provincial final at Croke Park two years ago and also had to settle for second best in a thrilling minor championship quarter-final at Pearse Park in 2014 with the lilywhites emerging victorious by 2-17 to 2-12 after extra-time.
Kildare were well beaten by Dublin (3-16 to 1-12) in the Leinster minor final that year but their subsequent back-to-back success in this grade clearly suggests a very tough match for the current Longford U-21 team in their quest to cross the first hurdle in the Leinster Championship.
A significant setback is the absence of full-back Ronan Sweeney, who suffered a bad ankle injury against Meath in the extra-time defeat in the Hastings Cup Final at the end of January.
But Longford have a lot of talented players and will believe that they are capable of causing an upset.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


Is that lifeSling a bracket or just the bag? Our Lifesling bag is dying, but the actual lifesling is fine. I was planning on sewing a new one from some sunbrella this winter, but haven't started. If you have the bag, I'd gladly take it and pay for shipping.


Chalkbox Creative provides design and illustration services to a variety of wonderful organizations and individuals, helping them build and share their brands with the world.
For over 13 years, Chalkbox has helped clients project success and credibility through design. Our current and past clients include private and public schools, universities, non-profit organizations, internet retailers, restaurants, construction trades, and various other small entrepreneurs and businesses.
Adam Taylor is a recent Seattle transplant who in May of 2016 received a Master of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in Graphic Design from Michigan State University. Prior to his time as a graduate student, he worked as a practicing designer and illustrator in Salt Lake City for close to seven years. In October of 2016 Adam joined Chalkbox as a graphic designer. More about Adam can be found on his personal website.


Drawstring sweatshorts. Elastic waist. Light, stretchy material. Camouflage print. 82% polyester, 14..
Product InformationSKU: #8929099Give your look a feminine boost with the gorgeous Naturalizer® Gilly..
Complete your smart casual look with these mens chinos trousers from Bar Harbour. Tailored with a st..
The Tru-Spec Simply Tactical cargo shorts are designed to meet the ever-growing demands of today's military operators, police officers, and EMS workers. They need strong and dependable clothing that's built to last, while still being comfortable enough to help make it through a long day.
These heavy-duty shorts are made using a 6.5oz. 65/35 polyester/cotton rip-stop material with all the features you need to get through the day and still look good at the end of it.
These military-style shorts are rugged, durable and have six pockets, just like the traditional full..
You'll look great all year long in these young men's messenger shorts by Union Bay. Multiple cargo p..
Subculture ripstop cargo shorts. Zip fly. Button waist. Slant front pockets. Back pockets and cargo ..
For the most demanding missions and objectives, tactical clothing from Tru-Spec will always be an ac..


text:
India to join Afghan talks with Taliban in Russia at 'non-official' level
New Delhi: India said it will participate in the meeting being hosted by Russia on Afghanistan at a "non-official level" in Moscow where representatives of the Taliban will be present.
The Moscow-format meeting on Afghanistan will be held on November 9 and representatives of the Afghan Taliban radical movement will take part in it, the Russian Foreign Ministry had said last week.
In response to queries regarding India's participation in the meeting, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "We are aware that the Russian Federation is hosting a meeting in Moscow on 9 November on Afghanistan."
"Our participation at the meeting will be at the non-official level," he said.
India supports all efforts at peace and reconciliation in Afghanistan that will preserve unity and plurality, and bring security, stability and prosperity to the country, he said.
"India's consistent policy has been that such efforts should be Afghan-led, Afghan-owned, and Afghan-controlled and with participation of the government of Afghanistan," Kumar asserted.
According to Russian news agency TASS, this is for the second time, Russia is attempting to bring regional powers together while discovering ways for establishing peace in war-torn Afghanistan.
The first such meeting, proposed for September 4 of this year, was called off at the last moment after the Afghan government pulled out, describing its involvement in the Moscow meeting as "unnecessary" as the Taliban had "disrespected internationally-sanctioned principles and rejected the message of peace and direct negotiations."
According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, invitations to take part in the event had been sent to Afghanistan, India, Iran, China, Pakistan, the US and some other countries.
The meeting comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks a host of global issues. After the talks, in a joint statement, the two sides declared their support to the Afghan government's efforts towards the realisation of an Afghan-led, and Afghan-owned national peace reconciliation process.
Both sides had called upon the international community to join efforts to thwart any external interference in Afghanistan, to restore its economy, contribute to sustaining peace and security, economic and political development of a stable, secure, united, prosperous and independent Afghanistan.
India and Russia had resolved to direct their activities towards launching joint development and capacity building projects in Afghanistan.
Nepali mountaineers achieve historic winter first on K2, world's deadliest peak
'Vaccinationalism' is self-defeating, says UN chief
China builds hospital in five days after surge in Covid-19 cases


style selections decking grey - WPC Deck Board Style decking. Shop Style Selections Natural Grey Ultra . Solutions » composite decking for sale . » plastic outdoor floor decking » wholesale decking material .
How to Choose Composite Decking | The Family Handyman How to Choose Composite Decking. . Choose composite decking based on your budget; style and color . , consider a lighter color or a different composite material.
lowes style solutions composite decking Composite Decking - Lowes Holiday. technology as Style Selections composite decking, the matching fascia colors eliminate the need to paint or stain the wood .
Duradek | Vinyl Deck, Roof Deck & Waterproof Solutions . Reliable, long lasting and low maintenance deck building material solutions are convenient with the Duradek system of waterproofing decks, . in style with Duradek.
style selections composite decking reviews Keywords: style selections composite decking reviews . Composite Decking Products. QZ Deck Series; Synthetic Boat Deck; PVC Fencing; Wall Panel; diy deck cost .
Which Composite decking is the best? | Deck Masters, llc . Which Composite decking is the best? July Havana gold decking and Reveal railing with lights. . First were the shortages in material availability, .
Decking | Lifestyle Solutions Even some composite decking may deteriorate quickly if the material quality is poor. When you use Decker decking, . from Lifestyle Solutions which supplies the .


text:
Ази́з Хаджи́евич Алиске́ров (1914 — 1956) — советский , талантливый руководитель, внёсший значительный вклад в дело геологического изучения недр и промышленного освоения районов Крайнего Северо-Востока.

Биография

Лезгин по национальности, родился 5 июня 1914 г. в станице Слепцовской Терской области Российской империи в семье рабочего Грозненских нефтепромыслов. Вместе с семьёй жил в разных районах, куда посылали отца, а после его смерти в 1921 г. — отчима, тоже нефтяника, бурового мастера.

В 1929 г. А. Х. Алискеров окончил 7 классов Тихорецкой железнодорожной школы. В начале 1931 г. он поступил работать коллектором в геологическое бюро треста «СреднеАзнефть». В сентябре того же года был направлен руководством на учёбу в Москву.

Учился А. Х. Алискеров сначала в нефтяном институте им. Губкина. В 1933 г. вступил в комсомол, затем группу студентов, в том числе и его, перевели в Азербайджанский Краснознаменный индустриальный институт, который он закончил в феврале 1936 г., получив специальность инженера-геолога по разведке нефтяных и газовых месторождений.

С марта 1936 по октябрь 1937 г. А. Х. Алискеров работал инженером-геологом и начальником геологоразведочных партий в тресте «Востокнефть», а затем, с декабря 1937 по май 1940 г. — старшим геологом и начальником инженерно-геологических партий на строительстве Куйбышевского гидроузла НКВД.

После окончания работ по выбору створа плотины Куйбышевского гидроузла А. Х. Алискеров был откомандирован на работу в гострест «Дальстрой». По прибытии на Колыму в 1940 г. он был назначен старшим геологом Верхне-Оротуканского разведрайона Южного горнопромышленного управления. Обладая незаурядными организаторскими способностями, он довольно быстро вник в суть вопросов, связанных с разведкой месторождений, передачей их горнякам, стал разбираться в геологии золота, что позволило ему меньше чем через год стать начальником разведрайона, а в июне 1941 г. —  заместителем начальника Южного горнопромышленного управления по геологоразведке.

В годы войны вся энергия А. Х Алискерова была направлена на выявление новых россыпных месторождений золота и организацию наиболее эффективной его добычи. За выполнение заданий по добыче драгоценного металла в 1943 г. он был награждён медалью «За трудовую доблесть», а в 1945 г. — орденом Трудового Красного Знамени.

С июня 1944 по сентябрь 1947 г. А. Х. Алискеров работал в должности заместителя начальника Западного (Сусуманского) горнопромышленного управления по геологоразведке, затем — начальника Берелёхского районного геологоразведочного управления. На этом посту он внедрил новую методику разведки россыпных месторождений золота. Под его руководством и при непосредственном участии был разработан и осуществлён генеральный проект разведки долины реки Берелёх. Прогнозы и оценки перспектив месторождений блестяще оправдались.

Там, где в свое время руководил геологоразведкой Алискеров, и теперь ведётся добыча золота. В 1951 г. Азиза Хаджиевича назначили начальником Западного горнопромышленного управления. Хорошо знакомый с территорией, с людьми, он сумел сплотить коллектив на систематическое выполнение государственного плана по добыче металла. На этом посту А. Х. Алискеров пробыл до 1955 г., после чего был назначен заместителем начальника Дальстроя и начальником геологоразведочного управления Дальстроя, возглавив тем самым все работы по геологии Северо-Востока.

Обладая большими знаниями в области геологии и горного дела, А. Х. Алискеров умело и методически верно руководил многосторонней производственной и научной деятельностью управления, оказывал большую практическую помощь приискам, многое сделал для внедрения новейших методов разведки. Азиз Алискеров категорически отвергал долго бытовавшую среди многих  геологов теорию, что на Чукотке золота нет, и вместе с Юрием Билибиным отстаивал необходимость дальнейших его поисков, сам неоднократно выезжал в Чаунский и Восточно-Тундровский (будущий Билибинский) районы, бывал во многих стационарных и полевых партиях.  Особое внимание уделял организации геологоразведочных работ в долине реки Анюй и других районах Чукотки. А когда чукотское промышленное золото и было, наконец, открыто, округ стал золотой провинцией страны.

В 1956 г., выступая с докладом на коллегии Министерства геологии СССР в Москве, А. Х. Алискеров обосновал необходимость создания самостоятельной геологической службы Северо-Востока, что впоследствии и было сделано. Геологи ордена Трудового Красного Знамени Северо-Восточного территориального производственного геологического управления «Севвостгеология» сделали много открытий полезных ископаемых, обеспечив горняков Магаданской области запасами драгоценных металлов.

Несмотря на занятость, А. Х. Алискеров вел большую общественную работу, был редактором журнала «Материалы по геологии и полезным ископаемым Северо-Востока». Товарищи, которым пришлось работать с ним бок о бок, поражались его неутомимой энергии и прямоте отношений, вере в успех и творческие способности коллектива.

В послевоенный период деятельность А. Х. Алискерова была отмечена вторым орденом Трудового Красного Знамени, двумя медалями.

Умер А. Х. Алискеров неожиданно от сердечного приступа 4 июля 1956 г. в Магадане, где и похоронен. На месте погребения (г. Магадан, старое кладбище у Марчеканского шоссе) на квадратном многоступенчатом основании возвышается трехгранный обелиск, увенчанный звездой. На обелиске эмблема геологов, барельеф, обрамленный венком. Памятник облицован мраморной крошкой серого цвета. На могиле мраморная доска с надписью:
"Инженер-геолог, незаурядный организатор, кавалер двух Орденов Трудового Красного Знамени. Под его руководством и при непосредственном участии была разработана и осуществлена разведка долины реки Берелёх, организованы геолого-разведочные работы в долине реки Анюй и других районах Чукотки. А. Х. Алискеров обосновал необходимость создания самостоятельной геологической службы Северо-Востока"
Памятник, установленный в 1958 году, в 1977 году был реставрирован. Могила А. Х. Алискерова охраняется государством.

Алискеров отдал шестнадцать лет освоению сурового северного края, возглавляя наиболее ответственные участки геологоразведки и горной промышленности.

В 1958 году, неподалеку от Певека, в тех местах, где часто бывал Алискеров, появился первый на Чукотке золотодобывающий прииск, получивший название «Комсомольский», выросший впоследствии в мощный горно-обогатительный комбинат.

Личность

О нём всегда говорили как о человеке разностороннем. Еще в Баку, будучи членом аэроклуба, он получил право на управление самолетом. Азиз Хаджиевич был первоклассным шофером, хорошим фотографом, способным художником, отличным семьянином.

Большую часть времени А. Х. Алискеров проводил непосредственно на объектах разведки, на приисках и рудниках, разрешая на месте важные производственные вопросы. В любом коллективе, с которым ему приходилось работать, он всегда находил время для ознакомления с жизнью и бытом разведчиков и горняков, уделяя этому должное внимание, чем заслужил искреннее уважение работников всех уровней.

Он обладал пылким темпераментом, но умел критически оценивать себя, и это помогало ему как организатору и сохраняло хорошие взаимоотношения с товарищами.

Из воспоминаний репрессированного геолога (геофизика, студента Московского нефтяного института), внучатого племянника Л.Д. Троцкого (1879–1940) — Валерия Бронштейна (род. 1924), отбывавшего пятилетнюю ссылку на Колыме (дата ареста: июнь 1948 г.):

 Когда выпал первый снег в конце сентября, мы вернулись в Нексикан. Меня поместили жить в общежитие инженерно-технических работников, где было чище, чем в рабочих бараках, но пили также много, как и там. Каждый вечер возникали пьяные драки, в которые включались сразу несколько человек. А так жить было можно, тем более что я после приёмки полевых материалов находился в состоянии эйфории, хваля сам себя за хорошую работу в поле. Правда, мне вскоре напомнили, кто я на самом деле есть, и не пригласили, как ссыльного, на вечер полевиков, который по традиции у геологов проходил после завершения полевых работ, и мне пришлось почти в одиночестве сидеть в общежитии, прислушиваясь к веселью, доносившемуся из клуба. Второй удар, более серьезный, я испытал после возвращения из отпуска начальника Берелехского РайГРУ, майора Алискерова Азиза Хаджиевича. Это была фигура очень колоритная и хорошо вписывалась в сложившийся образ отличного хозяйственника и одного из руководящих работников Дальстроя. Обладая абсолютной властью над своими подчиненными, как над вольнонаемными, так и заключенными, он предпочитал наказывать проштрафившихся своим кулаком, редко отдавая их под арест и суд военного трибунала. Его боялись, как огня, но одновременно, относились с уважением. … он был вспыльчив, и от своих сотрудников не терпел никаких возражений. С начальством был вежлив и исполнителен… А на следующий день, где-то к обеду, меня пригласил к себе Алискеров. Я был очень удивлён и с некоторым страхом поднялся на второй этаж, где был его кабинет. Секретарша открыла дверь и пригласила войти. Алискеров, сидя за столом, посмотрел на меня исподлобья и спросил: «Что тебе честь нашего поселка не дорога? Почему отказался плясать в ансамбле»? Сбивчиво я объяснил причины моего отказа. "Так вот, — сказал он, — будешь ты у меня работать куда пошлю, танцевать и все другое делать, что прикажу, не забывай, что ты на Колыме, а теперь — марш в клуб". Возражать было бессмысленно, а по рассказам я знал, что когда он "разойдется", то у себя в кабинете бил не только заключенных и ссыльных, но и вольнонаемных инженеров за те или иные проступки.

Видимо, слишком много жизненных сил и энергии он отдал освоению природных богатств Крайнего Севера, иначе трудно понять, почему он в 42 года ушел из жизни. Внезапная смерть Азиза Алискерова гулким эхом отозвалась в сердцах тех, кто с ним дружил, кто близко знал его, уважал. И эти люди, испытав горечь утраты, написали и отправили на родину - в село Ахты — искренние, из самых глубин сердца идущие слова, которые хранятся сейчас в Ахтынском музее. «Если говорить кратко, то более цельного, честного, трудолюбивого человека трудно представить. Вся его жизнь - горение на благо народа, которому он до последней минуты своей жизнью служил. Он сгорел быстро, но оставил о себе незабываемую память, его именем назван поселок, его обелиск стоит на кладбище. Надо было бы написать книгу, это было бы достойной памятью о нем», - так отозвался его друг А. С. Столыпин.

Память

В память о геологе на Чукотке в Билибинском районе названы прииск и поселок Алискерово (с 1998 года прекратили своё существование). Имя «Алискерово» получил найденный в том районе в 1977 г. железный метеорит, который хранится в Музее естественной истории Северо-Восточного комплексного НИИ ДВО РАН имени Н. А. Шило. В Магаданском областном краеведческом музее хранятся документы, фотографии, награды А. Х. Алискерова.

Личная жизнь

Сын — Азиз Азизович Алискеров — (1937-2016), потомственный геолог, учёный, унаследовавший разносторонность и незаурядные организаторские способности отца, умение сплотить вокруг себя единомышленников, верный, чуткий и надежный товарищ.

Интересные факты
 С 1947 года по октябрь 1951 года он широко внедряет в геологию методику разведки россыпных месторождений золота. Под руководством А. Алискерова был разработан Генеральный проект разведки реки Берелёх. Его прогнозы и оценки перспектив месторождений блестяще оправдались. Там, где в свое время руководил геологоразведкой Азиз Алискеров, теперь ведется в широких масштабах добыча российского золота. «Появился термин «Берелёхская школа геологов», - писал известный дагестанский журналист Дмитрий Трунов. - Эта школа стала самой популярной в Магаданской области. Учиться у берелёхцев приезжали геологи из многих районов страны».

 Колымский поэт Пётр Петрович Нефёдов написал о нём в своём стихотворении "Алискерово" 1961 г. такие строки:

 Как он пел, как лезгинку отплясывал!

На Кавказе ведь был рожден.

И с каким восторгом рассказывал

О своей геологии он.

А с какою любовью страстною

Он о Севере говорил:

— Нет, выходит, совсем не напрасно я

Столько тропок в тайге проложил.

И на каждой тропе нами пройденной, —

Вот о чем должен петь твой стих! —

Получила в подарок Родина

Тонны россыпей золотых.

Сколько лет по тайге нашей лазаю,

А все мало, все больше хочу.

И дочурку свою черноглазую

Этой мудрости научу.

Так он жил непоседой, мечтателем

До последних своих минут.

И о жизни его замечательной

Нынче песни уже поют.

Да, и в смертный свой час он веровал

В силу жизни, в её торжество.

Пусть же вечно в тебе, Алискерово,

Бьется жаркое сердце его.

Примечания

Литература

 Алискеров Азиз Хаджиевич : [крат. биогр. сведения : (к 100-летию со дня рождения)] // Календарь дат и событий по Магаданской области на 2014 год. - Магадан, 2013. - С. 79.
 О таких пишут книги. Именем золотоискателя Азиза Алискерова назван город на Крайнем Севере
 Соколов, В. "Нарисовать золото..." : [воспоминания о А. Х. Алискерове] / В. Соколов // На Севере Дальнем. - Магадан, 1972. - № 2. - С. 99-102
 Хрюкова, Г. М. Алискеров Азиз Хаджиевич / Г. М. Хрюкова // Геологи Колымы и Чукотки / Г. М. Хрюкова. - Магадан, 1969. - С. 19-20.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


We saw an Intro on [img] tag in lesson one & How to find the links for pictures in lesson two.
Let's now use the tag & link to at last display our image, then will see how to post the link to an image without displaying it in post.
Some times you just want to link to an image without displaying it, maybe it's too big or would make he thread in which you post hard to load or to read comfortably.
To do that, simply use [url] tag instead of [img] tag, images URLs don't differ at all from other web-pages URLs while applying [url] tag to them, so to know all the ways regarding the use of the [url] tag, go to this lesson: Instructions on Inserting Live Links.


text:
Q: setting a color value in the jlabel[] in java While I was writing a code, I found out that you can't do setColor to the Label I assigned. It tells me to put the length and put a variableDeclaration. However, I do not know ho to do that.. How do you assign a font type or a color for "JLabel[] answerLabels;"?
    JLabel[] answerLabels;
    answerLabels = new JLabel[question.getAnswers().length];
    answerLabels.length[new Font("PT Serif",Font.BOLD,16)];

A: I recommend you to learn more about arrays.
Look mate, you have an array(think of it as a list) of JLabel. Not a single JLabel
JLabel[] answerLabels;
The two square brackets[] after JLabel represent that you are creating an array, not a single JLabel.
Therefore, when you call,
answerLabels = new JLabel[question.getAnswers().length];
answerLabels.length[new Font("PT Serif",Font.BOLD,16)];

you are not referring to a JLabel but you are referring to an array. Since, array doesn't have any methods such as, setForeground() or setFont(), your program will run into an error.
So if you want to set the color or font of a particular JLabel, you have to refer to it.
To refer to that JLabel, you have to write code as follows :
answerLabels[i].setForeground(Color.RED);

Here, 'i' represents the number of JLabel you want to access. Suppose, you want to access the third JLabel, then you have to write 2 in the place of 'i' in the above line.
Why 2, why not 3? Because arrays start at 0.
Note that, the JLabel you are trying to access should be initialized before setting it's color or font by something like,
answerLabels[i] = new JLabel();

Otherwise, your program will throw NullPointerException. So, make sure to initialize the JLabel you are accessing from the array before setting it's color or font.

A: It looks like your trying to do something like this:
    JLabel[] answerLabels = new JLabel[question.getAnswers().length];
    // This will loop through all of the JLabels and set the font and color
    for(int i=0; i<answerLabels.length; i++) {
        answerLabels[i] = new JLabel("Text from question/answer");
        answerLabels[i].setFont(new Font("PT Serif",Font.BOLD,16));
        answerLabels[i].setForeground(Color.red);
    }

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


text:
The SEC's New Climate Demands Won't Fix the Climate
Richard J. Shinder
Energy & EnvironmentOther
Last March, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to approve a comprehensive package of rule changes that would require public companies to report detailed information on climate-related risks and greenhouse gas emissions. The SEC had hoped to finalize these rules by October and begin implementing them in early 2023. But the volume of public comment — along with a June 2022 Supreme Court ruling threatening the agency's regulatory authority — have extended this timeline into the new year.
The SEC's move was no surprise: in July 2021, chairman Gary Gensler said that "investors increasingly want to understand the climate risks of the companies whose stock they own or might buy," and that "consistent, comparable, and decision-useful disclosures" could help. Defenders of the proposed changes argue that climate-related disclosures must be applied to public companies, given the existential risks associated with climate change. Critics counter with concerns about the costs of compliance and mission creep at the SEC—a Depression-era regulatory agency originally established to protect investors. The critics are correct.
Richard J. Shinder is the founder of Theatine Partners, a financial consultancy. Adapted from City Journal Online.
Photo by Pgiam/iStock
The Glenn Show: The False Promise of Net Zero Emissions
Glenn C. Loury January 16, 2023
Energy & EnvironmentRegulations
Biden Tanks U.S. Energy Economy
Jordan McGillis December 23, 2022
Taiwan's Nuclear Option


text:
Assessment Management
Building Condition Modeling
AEC Industry
Capital Improvement Planning
Assessment Packages
About 4tell
3 Innovative Examples of Sustainable Construction
SHARE: Linkedin Twitter Facebook E-mail
Eco-friendliness is a growing priority for both consumers and industry professionals. Today, top architects design with green features in mind. The result is architecture that is good for the planet and the skyline. Some of the most beautiful buildings in the world use sustainable building practices.
That means it's important to plan for sustainability in your firm's future. Here are a few of the most exciting eco-friendly buildings we've seen. We also suggest ways to incorporate these practices into your own portfolio.
Bank of America, One Bryant Park, NYC
This Bank of America at One Bryant Park is in one of the most environmentally advanced buildings in the country. It was completed in 2010 and achieved LEED platinum status. The building's features include:
a building-wide water reclamation system
green rooftops that compost waste from on-site cafeterias
an urban garden
an ice cooling system
an on-site 4.6-megawatt heat and power plant
Salesforce Tower, San Francisco
In San Francisco, the eco-friendly Salesforce Tower is nearly complete. Its rooftop park will absorb excess CO2 from the transit terminal at its base. The building has wind turbines and sun shades to take full advantage of sustainable power. Outside air intakes on every floor will provide outdoor-fresh air to each occupant. Salesforce Tower also aims to operate at zero waste, using compost and recycling to reach 75% diversion.
Clock Shadow Building, Wisconsin
The developers of the Clock Shadow Building weren't going for a green building. Instead, they used sustainable construction to create a "radical green" building. Its green roof reduces stormwater runoff, protects the rooftop from the aging effects of UV rays, and adds insulation to reduce energy costs. Under the building, a cistern collects greywater. The reclaimed water is then used to power toilets.
The building site used to be marshland, which could have been a problem. Instead, the developers took advantage of this unique ecological feature. They installed geothermal wells to heat and cool the building. 50% of the project's materials were salvaged. This diverted many materials that would otherwise have gone to a landfill.
How to Implement Sustainable Construction
These buildings may seem like extreme solutions to eco-friendliness. However, developers can use parts of these radical designs without breaking the bank. In fact, LEED certification can actually return your money ten-fold. Is does this by increasing the value of your portfolio. To get started, here are a few ways to create a realistic plan for sustainable development:
1. Start small. We're not suggesting that you rebuild your property from the ground up. Instead, begin with a small project like upgrading your software to a more eco-focused platform. A solution like The 4tell™ Platform can give you a data-driven look at how your buildings impact the environment, along with concrete next steps for improvement.
2. Maintain your progress. It's easy to fall behind when it comes to sustainability. Stay on top of your performance with frequent assessments. Then, collect all your findings in a centralized database. Make sure to choose one that makes it easy to access and update your building's information. Here are our recommendations for scheduling regular facility inspections.
3. Budget and prioritize. Sustainable construction is a long-term plan. It requires strategizing and budgeting. Once you've completed your assessment, pinpoint areas where you can install eco-friendly systems. Look for opportunities for upgrades. Solar shades, urban gardens or geothermal/solar energy are all good choices.
Retrofitting your buildings with green technology increases their value. It also improves your community and the wellbeing of your tenants. We hope you will take inspiration from these examples. It's easy to apply the benefits of sustainable construction to your portfolio.
Photo: Bokic Bojan / Shutterstock.com
Facility Condition Assessments (FCA) vs. Building Condition Modeling (BCM)
Not Every Building Needs an FCA. There's a Better Way.
Atlanta Pioneers Asset Management at World's Busiest Airport
It's Your Facility Data, Smarter: The 2-Step Method to Better Asset Management
Defining Your "Data DNA" in the Changing World
Data Integration & Security
Copyright © 2020 4tell | Privacy Policy
This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. Some are essential to make our site work; others help us improve the user experience. By using the site and clicking "Agree and Dismiss", you consent to the placement of these cookies. Please read our Privacy Notice to learn more.
Accept & Dismiss


text:
Frieze Art - A Waymarking.com Category
All Categories > Culture
Managed By: Frieze Framers
This category will be used to waymark buildings with Frieze Art
Currently displaying Frieze Art
Total Records: 553 Page: 1 of 23 prev<<<[12345678910]>>>next
Iglesia de Santa Maria la Real - Entrimo, Spain
in Frieze Art
The church of Santa Maria la Real is a religious temple situated in the village of Entrimo (Ourense). It has a baroque churrigueresco style and has been declared as Spanish Heritage.
location: Galicia, Spain
Dum "U slona" - Písek, Czech Republic
Dum "U slona" / House at elephant in Písek.
posted by: ToRo61
location: Jihočeský kraj, Czechia
A. A. Pope Lofts in Boston - Boston, MA
This building, once the offices for the Pope Manufacturing Company and now the Albert A. Pope Lofts in Boston, has many fine frieze details around the front entrance.
posted by: NorStar
Cutter Theatre - Metaline Falls, WA
Designed by well known Washington architects Cutter and Malgren, this Neoclassically styled former school was built in 1912 by Pend Oreille School District #2. It was the first, and until 1956, only school in Metaline Falls
Built early in the Art Deco era, this hotel is still alive and kicking, if only barely.
Grand Theater - Cartersville, GA
"Late in the summer of 1977, the Grand Theatre, then owned and operated by the Martin Theatre Company, presented its last movie performance with "Silver Streak" starring Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor." ~ The Grand Theater
Vila Anny a Josefa Ludwigových - Brno, Czech Republic
Vila Anny a Josefa Ludwigových / Villa of Anna and Josef Ludwig
location: Jihomoravský kraj, Czechia
Police Department Building - Libby, MT
The Libby Police Department has taken over what was at one time the Libby City Hall. At one time the building was city hall, police department and jail.
Kleinschmidt Block - Deer Lodge, MT
At 421-427 Main Street in Downtown Deer Lodge, this large red brick building occupies the northeast corner of Main Street and Milwaukee Avenue.
Goldsmiths Hall - Foster Lane, London, UK
Goldsmith's Hall, a Grade I listed building that is home to the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, is located at the junction of Foster Lane and Gresham Street in the City of London. It was designed by Philip Harwick and built 1829-35.
Compton Hill Water Tower - St. Louis, MO
Built 1898 when art was considered a requirement on buildings
St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral - Cheyenne, WY
Cheyenne's Cathedral of St. Mary is an enduring symbol for Wyoming Catholics.
posted by: Outspoken1
location: Wyoming
Trail Post office - Trail, BC
This was Trail's third (but not last) post office. Built in 1929, it lost its post office status in 1956.
City Hall - Vinita, OK
It was first called Downingville. Later the town's name was changed to Vinita, in honor of Vinnie Ream, the sculptress who created the life-size statue of Abraham Lincoln at the United States Capitol.
Southbank House - Black Prince Road, London, UK
Southbank House, or Doulton House as it was peviously called, is on the north east side of Black Prince Road at the junction with Lambeth High Street. The building used to be the sales office and showroom of the Doulton pottery company in Lambeth.
Post Office, Goulburn, NSW
A frieze of a young Queen Victoria adorns the entrance to Goulburn's Post Office.
posted by: Tuena
location: New South Wales, Australia
Junior High School - Anaconda, MT
Designed by Great Falls Architects Shanley and Baker the school was completed in 1928. High above the main entrance is a sandstone relief panel containing a pair of torches and an open book, symbolic of academia.
Mesa County Courthouse - Grand Junction, CO
This courthouse was erected in the 1920s and served as a courthouse until the new Justice Center was built in 2000.
Waller County Courthouse - Hempstead, Texas
This simple mirror-image frieze piece set can be found above the main entrance of the Waller County Courthouse in Hempstead, Texas.
posted by: Raven
Greenfield Opera House Building ~ Greenfield, MO
Chimeras and art work, called ginger bread in this neck of the woods.
Royal College of Organists - Kensington Gore, London, UK
The building was constructed as the National Training School for Music. It later became the Royal College of Organists before becoming a private residence valued in excess of £50m. It stands to the west of the Royal Albert Hall.
Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum Henry Cole Wing - Exhibition Road, London, UK
The Henry Cole wing of the Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum is an annexe to the main building and is located on the north east side of Exhibition Road a little to the north of the main building.
United Mine Workers of America - Cheyenne, WY
This building is in the NRHD third boundary increase for Downtown Cheyenne, WY. It features terra-cotta UMWA logo.
Hynds Building - Cheyenne, WY
The Hynds building was one of the first fire-proof buildings in Cheyenne.
McCormick, Lulu, Junior High School, aka Emerson Building - Cheyenne, WY
This stunningly decorated former junior high school now houses the Wyoming offices of Administration and Information.