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B.O.P.

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  1. Unfortunately, that method will not give you very accurate results. I'm not a vinyl guy so I don't know roll sizes. But for general discussion, if a new roll is 6" in diameter the circumference would be almost 19" (18.84"). That would be the linear length of the vinyl if you unrolled it one diameter. If the roll was smaller, say 4" in diameter the circumference would be ~12.5". So unrolling it one diameter would give you 12.5" of length. In other words, measuring the thickness of the remaining vinyl to estimate remaining material would not be a linear calculation. I don't know if there is a formula for what you are looking for, but if there is it would also be dependant on at least the thickness of the vinyl as well.
  2. From the commercials for it I was lead to believe it was mostly about war, blood and guts. Are you saying there is a lot more substance to it than that?
  3. As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You grew up with her, which is why you think she is the most beautiful woman in the world! NOW I'm going to assume you meant the opposite of, "You grew up with her, which is why you think she is the most beautiful woman in the world!" I never said she was beautiful, I especially didn't say "in the whole world"! I grew up with her yes, which is why I wouldn't say "beautiful" Well, you know what they say about ASSuming something
  4. As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You grew up with her, which is why you think she is the most beautiful woman in the world!
  5. Now wait just a minute... I don't recall seeing that caption under her name on the website it was posted on. Way to go!
  6. You talking about the short article by the ISA guy? I was thinking the same thing. I know the mag has a certain amount of lead time, but I would think they pulled something else to run the mercury piece. If they didn't, and it ran in the normal course of things, then everyone should UNSUBSCRIBE from the rag!
  7. I could have used that the other day when I had a broken #6 screw in a ribbon burner head
  8. Thanks Joe, I appreciate your efforts. These electrodes are not made just for me. They have been around for a while and are sold by other distributors worldwide and have proven themselves countless times. But I don't expect Tom to take my word for it, so here is a suggestion: Have him get some samples of the new Transco Novaglo electrodes (he likes Transco, doesn't he?) I will be glad to send him some of mine to compare. Have him examine both *very closely* and note the fine details. Other than the Transco's being made with lead-free glass and ours with leaded glass, have him note the differences. Process both and see which ones he likes better - if either. When he is finished I will be curious if he would rather pay $54/box for them or whatever his local Transco distributor will charge him.
  9. Why is it that I can relate to that so well...
  10. Shoot me your shipping address and I'll be glad to send you some.
  11. You are not a bender. Why would you need samples? No, I am not making them. They are made off-shore. The formal name is "SVP Neon Electrode", although "Markie trode" is kind of catchy! Thank you, Joe. If you can think of anyone who may like to try some let me know To be honest, I don't remember what I gave you. But I want to say yes. BTW, did you try them? How did you like them? Would you like to try some of these?
  12. SVP Neon Equipment is proud to announce the availability of our new SVP Neon Electrodes! Made from the highest quality raw materials available, and manufactured on new proprietary equipment, SVP Neon Electrodes are Premium High Performance Electrodes. They are made for the busy neon fabricator, part time neon shop, neon hobbyist and neon artist alike. They offer exceptional consistency during processing and provide superior long service life on conventional as well as electronic power supplies. High purity ceramic collars are backed by a mica centering disc to ensure center-firing from the shell. Metal shells are enclosed in lead glass jackets with solid nickel stranded wires on all models. Available sizes, tubulated and non-tubulated: 13mm short, 2 in. (30 mA) 13mm long, 2-1/2 in. (45 mA) 15mm short, 2-3/8 in. (45 mA) 15mm long, 2-3/8 in. (80 mA) All sizes, tubulated or non-tubulated are ***$54.00*** per box of 100. FREE SHIPPING! On orders of 2 or more boxes (mix or match) we pay for the shipping! (Continental U.S. only). SVP Neon Equipment 113 Leventis Drive Suite A Columbia, SC 29209 803-783-1165 info@svpneon.com www.svpneon.com
  13. Hey, Travis already said I wasn't "that old", so that leaves you!
  14. Here is one small example. Sorry the quality is poor. It was sent to me in this format.
  15. I love the part about "Environmentalists welcomed the light bulb plan" and replacing them with ccfl's. Are they not the same group who wants to do away with all mercury? -------------------------------------------------------------- By ROHAN SULLIVAN - Associated Press Writer SYDNEY, Australia(AP) The Australian government on Tuesday announced plans to phase out incandescent light bulbs and replace them with more energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs across the country. Legislation to gradually restrict the sale of the old-style bulbs could reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions by 4 million tons by 2012 and cut household power bills by up to 66 percent, said Environment Minister Malcolm Turnbull. Australia produced almost 565 million tons of greenhouse gases in 2004, official figures show. Prime Minister John Howard said the plan would help all Australians play a part in cutting harmful gas emissions: "Here's something practical that everybody will participate in." In incandescent light bulbs, perfected for mass use by Thomas A. Edison in the late 19th century, electricity flows through a filament to create light. Much of the energy, however, is wasted in the form of heat. Australia is not the only place looking to replace them with fluorescent lighting, which is more efficient and longer lasting. Last month, a California assemblyman announced he would propose a bill to ban the use of incandescent bulbs in his state. And a New Jersey lawmaker has called for the state to switch to fluorescent lighting in government buildings within three years. Cuba's Fidel Castro launched a similar program two years ago, sending youth brigades into homes and switching out regular bulbs for energy-saving ones to help battle electrical blackouts around the island. The idea was later embraced by Castro's friend and ally, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who announced his own program to save energy and in recent months has given away millions of fluorescent bulbs in neighborhoods nationwide. Under the Australian plan, bulbs that do not comply with energy efficiency targets would be gradually banned from sale. Exemptions may apply for special needs such as medical lighting and oven lights. Fluorescent bulbs are currently more expensive than incandescent bulbs, but use only about 20 percent of the power to produce the same amount of light and last longer, making them more competitive over time, advocates argue. Environmentalists welcomed the light bulb plan, but noted than the vast bulk of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions come from industry, such as coal-fired power stations. They urged the government to set national targets for emission reductions and renewable energy. "It is a good, positive step. But it is a very small step. It needs to be followed through with a lot of different measures," Australian Conservation Foundation spokesman Josh Meadows told Australian Broadcasting Corp. radio. Howard has become a global warming convert, conceding in recent months for the first time that human activity is having an effect on rising temperatures. But he has steadfastly refused to bring Australia into line with most of the world and ratify the Kyoto protocol on greenhouse gas reductions, arguing that doing so could damage Australia's coal-dependent economy.
  16. I have a tendency to agree with you on the global warming scam... err, problem... err, ASSumed problem. It has been scientifically known for centuries that the Earth goes through cycles. If I remember correctly, the last "warming" cycle was about 1500 years ago (no, I'm not that old - just from what I have heard and read). Where was all the pollution causing things back then? There wasn't any... And what will the enviro-wackos do when the next ice age comes along? "Ooops, we went to far backing off the global warming thing. We better start making smog again!"
  17. To me it would mean bare connections. Perhaps they were thinking of it not have a wire nut on it? Maybe the GTO/electrode connection didn't have anything covering it.
  18. You are joking, right? You know what I like to say: Follow the money! Losing neon in VT is 'no big deal' in the big scheme of things. But losing ALL electric signs WOULD be a big deal for the sign industry as a whole - even for the LED clan!
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