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Plaster vs drywall anchors11/9/2023 Another piece of manila paper is then laid to form the upper backing. The result is a thick paste that is then spread out on top of manila paper in layers that are between 3/8- 3/4-inch in thickness. How drywall walls are builtĭrywall is made by mixing raw gypsum with crystalline water and other additives such as paper pulp, starch, and a thickening ingredient. Finally, the last layer (white coat) is applied to form a smooth, flat surface ready for finishing. The next coat- namely the brown coat- further levels out the finish. The plaster keys dry out on the inner side of the wood lath, forming grips that firmly secure the remaining layers of plaster onto the lath. The first coat- also referred to as the scratch coat is usually hand-troweled onto the gaps between the lath strips to form the plaster keys. Three layers of wet plaster is then applied to create a hard but smooth surface that can then be finished by priming and painting. The lath forms a backing structure for the wet plaster. The wood strips are tucked one above the other, with a tiny gap between them. To build wood lath and plaster wall covering, wood strips that measure one-inch wide and four-feet long are nailed down to the open wall studs. ![]() Traditional drywall can’t match plaster in terms of heat retention and noise cancellation, but modern drywalls may be equal to or better than plaster in terms of insulation and soundproofing qualities. Structurally stronger and denser than drywall materialĬan’t match plaster in terms of hardiness or durability.Ĭosts more to install due to increased labor demandsĬosts less to install due to shorter installation timeline.īoasts decent insulation and soundproofing capabilities, as well as mold-resistance. Requires a lot of time and labor to install properlyĮasier to install and doesn’t take as long as plaster finishing Made of gypsum boards with paper backings, and reinforced with joint compound Made of wood strips coated with sand/cement plaster The table below provides a summary of the differences between lath-and-plaster and drywall, as discussed above: Lath and plaster walls There may not be any significant variances in material costs though, as the price of gypsum board panels and joint compound balances out against that of wood lath strips and plaster. Additionally, it takes longer to install plaster wall finishing, leading to higher installation costs if you don’t fancy DIY projects. This is mainly due to plaster walls being considered more high-end than drywall- especially in terms of visual aesthetics. The overall cost of a lath and plaster wall is usually higher than that of a drywall wall. By comparison- after hanging drywall sheets- it only takes 12-24 hours for each coat of joint compound to dry up. Correctly applying plaster through the lath takes lots of time- as you have to wait for about five days for the plaster keys to set. It takes more time and effort to properly install plaster finish when compared to installation of drywall panels. However- modern soundproof drywall and fire-rated drywall perform just as well as lath and plaster walls in terms of noise dampening and ability to hold off fires, respectively. ![]() Plaster blocks off sound transfer better than drywall since it is denser. And that’s not all- it also performs better than regular drywall in terms of soundproofing, insulation, and fireproofing performance. Plaster is a hardier wall finishing material compared to drywall. Drywall- on the other hand features gypsum core construction- with the core being enclosed between two paper backings. Lath and plaster walls are made out of lath strips made out of wood, metal, or rock. Lath and plaster gained popularity in the building industry due to its excellent soundproofing capabilities. Once the plaster keys are firmly secured to the wall- which is usually after five days- you can then apply two more coats of plaster. The gaps between the lath strips allow for plaster- a cement and cement-based building material- to be applied through them and form plaster keys that reinforce the structural strength of the wall. ![]() Lath may also be built from extruded metal (metal lath) or stone (rock lath). The wood strips are installed onto the joists, one above the other, with a gap of at least 9mm between them. It consists of horizontal strips of wood (wood lath) coated with plaster. Lath and plaster is a construction method used in finishing interior walls and ceilings. To answer your question, we’ve written this detailed review of lath and plaster versus drywall. You may be wondering why this is the case- when plaster walls clearly look great and provide decent-if not great- insulation. At some point during the past century, drywall surpassed lath and plaster as the finishing material of choice for interior walls and ceilings.
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Pirate dodgers score11/9/2023 ![]() ![]() The 25-year-old prospect had an RBI single, his first hit in the majors, with one out in the sixth and walked in the eighth. Reynolds missed a second straight game since being placed on the Bereavement List on Sunday.ĭodgers: INF Michael Busch was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City to make his major league debut, serving as the designated hitter with INF Max Muncy on the paternity list. 294 average with five home runs and 18 RBIs in 22 games this season. They spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal was not official pending a physical. Pittsburgh outfielder Bryan Reynolds has agreed to an eight-year deal worth $106.75 million, three people with knowledge of the agreement told the Associated Press. “Because Chris really got into that one.” “If that one wouldn't have went out, then I just felt it wasn't meant to be,” Roberts said. Suwinski could not do the same to Taylor two innings later. Jack Suwinski instead made a leaping grab at the wall to rob what would have been a three-run, go-ahead homer. He drove a slider from Robert Stephenson toward the bleachers in left. Johan Oviedo gave up five runs on six hits in 5 1/3 innings for Pittsburgh.Īfter Los Angeles plated one in the fifth and two more an inning later to cut it to 7-5, Mookie Betts came to bat with two outs in the sixth. McCutchen popped out with the bases loaded to end the eighth. Syndergaard was pulled after the inning, allowing seven runs on nine hits. James Outman had two doubles, his first leading off a two-run sixth for the Dodgers.Īndrew McCutchen put Pittsburgh ahead 7-2 with a three-run homer, sending a sinker from Noah Syndergaard to right in a four-run fourth. We made too many mistakes tonight and it eventually came back to beat us.” ![]() "Certainly not the type of game you need to play to beat a team that is capable of winning the world championship. “We just didn’t play a clean game," Pittsburgh manager Derek Shelton said. It ended the Pirates’ seven-game winning streak, their longest since an 11-game run in 2018. There were a lot of good things that happened tonight.” “Guys kept grinding and having good at bats. It's big,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. Los Angeles has won three straight after a 10-11 start. Yency Almonte (2-0) struck out two in a scoreless seventh for the win and Shelby Miller sent the side down in order in the ninth for his first save in the majors. You just kind of have to take it one day at a time and focus on helping the team win any way you can.” Everybody wants to start the year off well. “It's not the first time I've had a slow start to the season,” Taylor said.
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Frostwire for windows 1011/9/2023 ![]() Performance EnhancementsUpdater optimizationsUpdate the installer for the LimeWire Toolbar (Powered by Ask) for Windows systems.Bug fixes. I would say the best free music downloader for Windows 10 is DoremiZone Music Downloader, a powerful MP3 music downloader.This software is on the top of the list because it supports free music downloads from YouTube and 1,000+ sites. ![]() The official release of LimeWire 5.0 makes for a much improved P2P experience. Best Free Music Downloader for Windows 10. This is not the most advertised feature of LimeWire, which may a way of keeping legal challenges at bay, but it's a shame that you can't search for torrents within the program. LimeWire searches remain within the P2P network, but you can open torrent files with it, and it functions very well as a torrent download client. This is much easier than tapping out IP addresses, and if enough of your friends use LimeWire, it could become great community sharing tool. You can sign in with your Gmail, Jabber or LiveJournal accounts, and share files between any of your friends there who are also on LimeWire. The Friends function has been much improved. Once done, click Finish to run FrostWire. FrostWire is a free and easy BitTorrent Client, Video Downloader and Media Player for Windows, Mac, Linux and Android Search, Download, Play and Share Files. At the end of the installation, be sure to check the box below. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. exe file you download to run the program installer. Go to your download folder and double-click the. LimeWire goes out of its way to check you are aware of the legal implications of illegal filesharing, on installation you have to agree not to infringe copyright, and if you download a file for which LimeWire can't find a license you will be warned and can stop or continue at your discretion. Click on your preferred download option to get the setup file for your system. The built-in player is still unintrusive and useful for checking audio and video files, but no more. The new design makes scanning your search results much easier, and downloading files is totally intuitive. FrostWire is a free, open-source Torrent and Cloud Video Downloader with a built-in search and music player. Puedes instalar el instalador sin conexión para llevarte todos tus archivos contigo sobre la marcha. Esta aplicación es genial para compartir todo en uno y es altamente recomendada. ¡Más de 10 años Durante esos años han mejorado muchas características. Because it's a new release, there are still some bugs, but the basic file sharing functions as well as ever. FrostWire ha existido por bastante tiempo. Otherwise it's business as usual on LimeWire, but with a much simplified and cleaner interface.
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Hayward de602011/9/2023 ![]() The outside will stop just into the opening in the rack and should be in the 2nd groove in from the outside. Locate it so that the side with the most curve is on the inside and sits in the corner slot just opposite the opening in the bottom rack. You will want to have all the grids within reach before you start so the assembly does not fall over (I spent more time getting these pictures than putting it together ) I prefer to put the grids back together in the upright position although I hear others prefer to do it upside down … to each their own. This can be frustrating at first, but now only takes me a few minutes. You may also want to remove the drain plug (using a screwdriver in my case) on the bottom of the filter to allow the water to drain out of the bottom of the tank. Open the Air Release Valve on the top of the filter to allow the water to drain out of the filter for a few minutes. Turn off the pump and ensure the timer or automation system will not be able to turn it back on unexpectedly while the filter is disassembled. Note, some setups may include a DE separation tank that will capture the DE before the water comes out. In this tutorial, I chose to skip this step so that I could throw the DE in the garbage instead of spraying it around the yard. Be sure to turn the pump off when changing the valve setting. ![]() It is usually good to alternate between backwash and rinse (or filter if you have a plunger) a few times to remove as much DE as possible. Turn the pump back on until the filter sight-glass looks clear. This is done by turning off the pump and turning your backwash valve (plunger or mutli-valve) to the backwash setting. A Hayward DE6020 filter is used in this example. This will not address the bump-type or cartridge-type DE filters. This tutorial will walk you through the process of taking a typical DE filter apart for cleaning and then reassembling and recharging the filter. TFP also recommends disassembling the filter for a thorough cleaning once a year to inspect for problems and to ensure peak performance. TFP recommends backwashing when the pressure rises 20-25% over the clean filter and then recharging the filter with ~80% of the manufacturer’s recommended amount of DE.
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Image to text extractor online11/9/2023 ![]() You can verify the results in one glance with the extracted text overlay. Using this Chrome browser extension, you can take a screenshot of whatever is displayed on your browser screen, be it webpages, pictures or even videos, and convert into text, which you can copy and use. To find Google Chrome Extensions related to OCR, click this link using Google Chrome Browser.Ĭopyfish can extract text from within any image captured from your screen into an editable format, which we can copy and later reuse in digital documents, emails or reports etc. Here are some browser extensions with high ratings that may be useful for extracting text from images. Some browser extensions also support taking screenshot of part of a webpage or whatever is on the screen and extracting text from it. If you do not want to install an offline OCR software, you can also use Browser Extensions for extracting text from images. #5) Browser Extensions for extracting text from images You can explore more on Google and use one which fits your requirements. ![]() ![]() There are many other online image to text conversion tools. These online image to text conversion tools are just some of the online services for your reference. Here are some online services you can use to convert images to text. However, certain websites may have some limitations such as number of times you can use their service, not of pages etc. All you need is a web browser and an internet connection to start using these tools on desktop computer or mobile. There are many OCR tools available online which you can use to extract text from images on any device. The text will be extracted below each page of the PDF. Just Upload the PDF file to Google Drive and open it with Google Docs. NOTE: You can also extract text from PDF files in the same way with Google Docs. Like any other OCR, the quality depends on the quality of the source file. You can copy the text and use it elsewhere. The new Google Docs containing the extract text is created and saved in the same folder as the image. A new Google Docs will be created which includes both the extracted text from the Image and the image itself.Google Docs will attempt to open the image in Google Docs, and the in built Google Docs OCR will extract the text in the image.Click on Open With and then Click on Google Docs.Once the image is uploaded to Google Drive, right-click on the image uploaded.Click the ‘ +‘ sign and select File Upload to upload your image or PDF.Sign in to Google Drive with your Google Account.To extract text from Google Docs, do the following: If you have a Google Account, then you can also use the built in feature in Google Docs to extract text from an image or PDF. Google Drive can also be used to extract text from image or PDF documents. Multiple Language Recognition : Supports English and French language.Multiple Input Format: Accepts input from TWAIN scanners and also accepts input from TIFF files.Error Highlight: Highlights errors for easier correction. ![]() Image Retention – ability to capture and retain pictures from the document.SimpleOCR is free for all commercial and non-commercial purposes. SimpleOCR works on any version of windows, from Windows 95-10. If you are looking for an offline OCR software which you can install on your computer, then you may also check out SimpleOCR. For accurate result, make sure the text in the scanned document (image) is clear without background ink or smudges etc.ĭownload FreeOCR #2) Simple OCR (Offline) Source: If you are looking for OCR software which can be used Offline, this is a good option. Scanner: Besides being an OCR software, it can scan documents too.Multiple Language Recognition : Supports multiple languages.Multiple Input Format: TIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF, PDF.Zone OCR : Extract the text from a certain area in a document.Batch OCR – scan several pages and extract text.Plain Text Extraction – recognize the characters and words but ignore the formatting.FreeOCR outputs plain text and can also export directly to Microsoft Word format. You can easily scan documents, and extract text from images or multi page PDF documents in one go. Besides being an OCR software, it also supports scanning from most Twain scanners and supports popular image file formats. FreeOCR is a free Optical Character Recognition Software for Windows. If you are looking software for extracting text from image as well as PDF file, try FreeOC. #5) Browser Extensions for extracting text from images.
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Move in move out cleaning11/9/2023 ![]() We'll clean and organize your home so you can spend more time doing the important things, while we take care of the dirty work. This way, we can meet your expectations and provide a thorough and satisfactory cleaning experience.Move In & Move Out Cleaning Services from LuxocleanĪ clean home is like no other, and Luxoclean can help you achieve that! Our experienced cleaners can thoroughly clean your home from top to bottom.Ĭheck Box Box with check mark Prompt and DependableĬheck Box Box with check mark General & Deep Cleaning OptionsĬheck Box Box with check mark Mopping & VacuumingĬheck Box Box with check mark 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed To ensure that our end of tenancy cleaning service is delivered at the highest possible standard, we kindly request that you include any relevant extra services when making your booking. It’s essential to note that we are unable to add extra services to your booking free of charge. Please keep in mind that these additional services come at an extra cost. These services include the cleaning interior windows, carpet steam cleaning, and mattress cleaning. In addition to our standard move-out clean, we offer extra services that can enhance the cleanliness of your property. However, it’s important to note that some agents may have specific additional expectations to ensure the return of your deposit, such as inside or outside window cleaning, carpet steam cleaning, or balcony cleaning With our extensive experience in conducting thousands moving cleans, you can trust in our expertise. Our comprehensive move cleaning checklist is designed to meet the requirements of most agents. If you have plumbers, painters or any other tradespeople schedule to be at the property we ask that you schedule them before our work has been finished. It’s impossible to clean while there are still tradesmen doing their work while we are doing ours. Our move cleans cannot be completed properly if there is still work on-going on the property. ![]() It’s why we may charge a last-minute rescheduling free in the event that we are unable to start the job as planned. It’s on the reasons we have such a great reputation! When we are forced to reschedule or postpone unexpectedly this represents a loss of income to our staff. We try very to make sure our staff show-up without exception. If there is no power or hot water available we may need to reschedule at an additional cost. Running water and electricityĪll services provided by No More Chores require electricity and running water. However if you are booking a cleaning in downtown areas or condos with limited parking we ask that you assist us with the parking situation by providing instructions about where to park for reasonable cost. In the majority of cases parking does not pose an issue. In a perfect world there would be plentiful parking and it would be hassle free. While you don’t need to be a the property yourself, someone will need to give us access whether it’s leaving the key in a lockbox, having a relative or friend let us in, or putting the key in a secret place. In saying above, we do require the following from customers who book a move in move out cleaning: We’ve done upwards of 10,000 successful cleans and we’re confident we can knock this out of the park. Move cleans are some of the most challenging services to provide as a cleaning company.
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Doug jones actor married11/8/2023 ![]() Carson is a graduate of the University of Georgia, while Christopher is a sophomore at Alabama. Louise Jones is the proud mother of the couple’s three children, one daughter Courtney and two sons, Carson and Christopher.ĭaughter Courtney, a graduate of Birmingham Southern College is the mom of two children with husband, Rip Andrews. “He has been driven by his values, and justice and calling of public service,” “I think that it could not be more clear who is the best person to be the next Senator for the state of Alabama” She spoke while making an appearance in her hometown of Cullman. She has been an active political spouse appearing on TV with her husband and campaigning along his side. Each morning, four people armed with K-Y Jelly shoehorned him into a latex, foam, and rubber bodysuit, built from a cast of his six-foot-three, 140-pound frame. Louise Jones was born Louise New and was raised in Cullman, Alabama. Since their Decemnuptials, the two have welcomed three children. They relocated to Los Angeles in 1985 to further his acting career. In 1984, Jones married his college sweetheart, Laurie Pontoni. Throughout his career, Doug has had the support of his wife of 25-years, Louise Jones. Jones describes himself as a 'dyed-in-the-wool Christian from the Midwest', to the point that he was initially apprehensive about his role in Hellboy due to the titular character's demonic nature. Jones' performance as Abe was dubbed by David Hyde Pierce in the first Hellboy. Jones played Abe Sapien, the BPRD's resident fish-man and the titular hero's best friend. The director and actor team up again - seven years later for Hellboy. ![]() He also provides legal commentary on local and national media programs. Jones first worked with del Toro on 1997's Mimic. Since 2004, he has served as the court-appointed General Special Master for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. Although their relationship officially ended in February 2013, they continue co-parenting their kids. Their kids include 32-year-old daughter Mollie and 23-year-old son Charlie. Tessa and Hodge were together for 29 years (1984-2012). The Alabama native became famous for the church bombing case. Douglas Hodge was in a relationship with Actress Tessa Peake-Jones, with whom he shares two children. Doug Jones Doug Jones has been married for over 38 years now Doug Jones is. He served as an Assistant United States Attorney from 1980-84 and was in private practice in Birmingham until his appointment as United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama in 1997.Īs a former U.S attorney, Jones successfully prosecuted members of the Ku Klux Klan who bombed a black church in Birmingham in 1963, killing four girls. Doug Jones (actor): American actor and former contortionist (1960-), Actor. How many relationships did Doug Jones have Doug Jones. Senate Judiciary Committee for the late Senator Howell Heflin from Alabama. The American 63-year-old actor is married to now, according to our records. Doug began his career as Staff Counsel to the U.S. 1976) and Cumberland School of Law at Samford University (J.D. Louise’s husband was born and is a graduate of the University of Alabama (B.S.
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Netflix trial movie selection11/8/2023 ![]() You can access Netflix Turkey with ExpressVPN’s Turkish server. CountryĪs per the table above, Netflix Turkey has relatively the cheapest pricing. For example, Netflix has relatively lower prices in India and Turkey, we have converted the prices into USD for your help. If you reside in a country that has high Netflix prices like the US, you can subscribe to Netflix in a country that’s relatively cost-effective. Netflix has different subscription prices for different countries. Once you have purchased the Gift Card, navigate to the Netflix website, redeem the promo code, and enjoy streaming Netflix from anywhere. Moreover, you can also get promo codes through RetailMeNot,, and Slickdeals to subscribe to Netflix at a discounted rate. Method #2 Get Discounted Subscription Price with Netflix Gift Card or Promo CodeĪnother possible way to get Netflix at a reasonable price is using a gift card through, MTC Game, and other famous sites. Since the discontinuation of Netflix’s free trial, this method is super reliable and budget-friendly. This means that you can get one subscription and device at the cost of four individuals. Netflix supports account sharing and allows forming of 4 profiles. If you are not the only Netflix binge-watcher among your friends or family then you can always share a Netflix subscription and split the subscription cost. Method #1 Share Netflix Subscription to Save Money If you are unwilling to rely on the free plan mentioned above and want to purchase Netflix at a reasonable price then there are multiple ways to get Netflix Subscription a discount. The Kenyan Netflix library offers a limited content library to users and the Netflix on Us plan is only for T-Mobile users in the United States. ![]() Getting Netflix free 30 day trial isn’t always a reliable option. How to Get Netflix for Reasonable Prices However, if you end up binge-watching the complete Netflix library you can get Netflix at a relatively cheaper cost. If you don’t have a problem with this restriction, you can continue watching Kenyan Netflix for free. Note: Netflix Kenya offers a limited number of titles. Enjoy Netflix for free instead of signing up for a Netflix free trial.Navigate to Netflix on Android and opt for its free plan.We recommend ExpressVPN because it has obfuscated Kenyan servers and comprehensive security protocols.įollow these steps to access Netflix for free in Kenya: Since Netflix doesn’t offer a 30-day free trial to its viewer anymore, you can get Netflix for free by opting for the Kenyan free plan on Android with the best Netflix VPN. We will also give you a hack to watch Netflix for free without a free trial. If you reside outside the USA, then continue reading the comprehensive guide because we’d tell you how can you subscribe to Netflix at a reasonable price. However, you can get a free Netflix plan available in Kenya on Android devices or you can get Netflix on the US offered by T-Mobile in the United States. Neither can you enjoy the first episode of the selected TV shows without subscribing. Does Netflix have a free trial?ĭoes Netflix have a 30-day free trial? Netflix does not offer a free trial anymore globally. This article will help in getting the compelling and binge-worthy content library that is unavailable in your country and how can you get a Netflix free plan as well as its subscription for reasonable prices with full access to all trending shows and movies. We will also help you in learning a trick to watch American Netflix for free. However, if you still don’t own a Netflix subscription and want it at the best price then read this blog. Even though the company had been offering a full 1-month free trial for a long time now, it has recently discontinued Netflix Free Trial. Moreover, it is relatively available and reasonably priced. It has exclusive and original content that is unavailable on other streaming platforms. Netflix has a massive library of incredibly intriguing shows and movies. Read this blog to learn how to get Netflix for free with alternate methods. Summing up the guide to Netflix Free Trial 2023ĭoes Netflix offer a free trial? Netflix doesn’t offer a free trial anymore.Is Netflix offering 3 months free or Netflix free trial 3 months?.Does Netflix offer a free trial in Canada?.How do you get an unlimited free trial on Netflix?.Can I get American Netflix from anywhere?.How can you cancel Netflix Subscription?.Method #3 Get Netflix in Another Country.Method #2 Get Discounted Subscription Price with Netflix Gift Card or Promo Code.Method #1 Share Netflix Subscription to Save Money.How to Get Netflix for Reasonable Prices.
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Epic local pass promo code 202211/8/2023 ![]() The discounts can go as high as 45% off the window ticket price and must be purchased online in advance. Mornings like these make an EPIC PASS worth every penny | Photo: Keystone © Buddy Passes + Ski With a Friend TicketsĪt select resorts, Epic Pass holders can gift 10 buddy tickets to friends and family when purchased in the spring of 2023. Detailed confirmation and organized itinerary documents.Access to a dedicated Mountain Travel Expert if anything goes wrong en route or while in destination.Complete ski-vacation packaging, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, activities, and more.Trip-planning + expert travel advice, including multi-resort itineraries Skiing’s largest inventory of lodging options, including discounted rates.When you buy an EPIC PASS or EPIC LOCAL PASS through Ski.com, don’t stop there but instead, take advantage of our 65+ Mountain Travel Experts. Epic Local Pass – Access to 29 mountain resorts, limited access at 8 mountain resorts including 10 days at Vail, Beaver Creek, and Whistler Blackcomb, and 5 days at Hakuba Valley and Rusustsu in Japan, and Andermatt-Sedrun in Switzerland.Epic Pass – Unlimited access to 41 mountain resorts, 7-day access at 6 North American mountain resorts, limited access to 18 European mountain resorts, and 5 consecutive days at Hakuba Valley mountain resorts as well as Rusutsu in Japan. ![]() That said, the Epic Local also offers some amazing destinations, albeit with holiday restrictions. Obviously, the full Epic Pass has more expansive access when compared to the Epic Local. Vail Resorts continues to expand its pass offerings to include some of the best skiing destinations via its Epic and Epic Local passes. Unlimited Access, Limited Access, And Partner Resorts The Epic Pass and its more affordable partner, The Epic Local Pass have different levels of benefits that apply to different mountain resorts at different times, so figuring out which applies to you and when is paramount to taking advantage of your pass. To begin, not all Epic Passes are created equally. IKON PASS | COMPARE & FIND YOUR PERFECT PASS The deadline for current prices and two Buddy Tickets is May 29, 2023. Epic Passes are now ON SALE for the 2023/2024 season. So in order to keep your wallet fat, we’re checking out the EPIC PASS and giving you, THE SKI.COM COMMUNITY, an insider’s look as to how you can truly maximize your pass-holder benefits at mountain resorts across the globe. With a bevy of benefits offered by every multi-resort pass on the block, it’s hard to keep track of where you should be saving all that hard-earned money. Buddy Tickets offer a flat rate discount off a full-day lift ticket. Buy your pass before May 29 to receive 2 Buddy Tickets to share with friends and family throughout the season.Lift upgrades to enhance the guest experience, with 21 new lifts across 14 resorts!.Andermatt-Sedrun in Switzerland added to Epic Pass and 5 days on the Epic Local pass!.Visit our Discord server! See sidebar or click here.A powder day at Vail Mountain | Photo Credit: Jackson Lebsack | Cover: Vail Mountain Maximize Your Epic Pass This Season With The Help Of Ski.com New for 2022/2023: r/skiing mods do take the time to require proof for all user flairs that involve any expertise and skill however, with questions that could lead to an injury, getting shop advice is always the wisest choice.Ĭlick here for more information. However, remember that you are taking advice from people on the internet. Even the seemingly all-knowing /u/Maladjusted_vagabond cannot help you find a good boot without looking at your feet and having you try some on.ĭIN and technical questions? Please, ask them on /r/skiing. Do not post here asking if a boot is good for you. New to skiing in general? Read our beginner's guide by professional boot-fitter and ski tech /u/Maladjusted_vagabond No linking or reccomending or its affiliates. Helmet discussions should stay in the megathreads. All submissions must be related to skiing. Discord Wiki Welcome to /r/skiing! We are a community for skiers of all skill levels and styles.
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Flux formula11/8/2023 ![]() Mints have in general not been happy to accept dore containing much over 20/1000 parts iron (assessed by attraction to a magnet), as this causes segregation which prevents good sampling.įurthermore such dore tends to spit in an induction furnace. ![]() The former makes smelting difficult while the latter causes problems in drilling samples for analysis and also in stamping identifying marks onto the bars. ![]() THE DIRECT SMELTING OF DORe-LOADED STEEL WOOL CATHODESĭ Menne, Consulting Metallurgist, 14 June 1998ģ.0 Forming Low Melting-Point Iron Eutecticsġ1.0 The Preferred Kiln, Crucible and Heat Sourceĭore containing substantial levels of iron has a high melting point and is hard and inhomogenous. This discussion comprises an early draft for my contribution to: That is another reason for the quartz sand in the flux. I should also mention that molten Litharge will dissolve the crucible and the firebricks that line the furnace. If borax is used you should be aware that it attacks the clay crucible so don’t use so much that you get a hole in it. Borax produces a thinner, more liquid melt. Could probably add more sand or, more effective, would be to add a couple of grams of Borax. Another thing that can go wrong is that sometimes the ore produces a melt that is too thick and viscous to pour properly. So, if your prill is 10 gr too light you should add another gram of flour to the next assay. I happen to know that 1 gr of flour will produce about 12 gr of lead from the litharge. If your prill is too small, add more flour. The amounts used are not correct for all ores. This is a good starting flux for quartz or "neutral" ore samples. I know you aren’t going to set up an assay lab but this is what happens when you send in a sample to be assayed. Now that things are back to normal (do I hear muttering out there?), I’m going to give you a recipe for a flux that will, with minor adjustments, work most of the time. Take a trip to the fridge and recover another (or two) of those cool, soothing, foamy, unguents that I know you have squirreled away. I feel this can best be accomplished by a single action. We must cool down the brain cells and we must adjust the attitude of the reader. I think there are two things that we must accomplish. How much more? I’m going to get to that but right now my ESP tells me that some brains out there are beginning to overheat and some folks are thinking bad thoughts about me and why they ever started reading this to begin with. So, what can be done to fix this problem? Simple, we run the sample again and this time we put in a little more flour. There wasn’t enough flour to reduce both the sample and the PbO. If we get a prill that only weighs 18 grams, we know that some of the flour must have been used up in reducing, not the litharge, but the sample. That is plenty close enough for government work. When this PbO is all reduced by the flour/ore it will produce a lead prill of 25.79 gr. So I am going to put 26 gr of PbO in my flux. I know that we want a prill of around 25-28 gr. Well, it helps me because I know something that you don’t. If we reduce it to metallic lead then for every 100 gr of pbO we will be left with 98.2 gr of pure lead. Since they are combined the molecular weight of PbO is 223 (see link for Periodic chart of elements). Lead has a molecular weight of 207 and oxygen 16. Litharge is composed of one atom of lead and one atom of oxygen. Ain’t gonna be no more igerunt prospectors out there. How do I know how much that is? I’m going to tell you. The flux is calculated to contain enough lead Oxide (litharge) so that if it is completely reduced, it will produce a prill weighing (usually) 25-28 grams. |