WHAT'S NEW.18-WATT FLOODLIGHT Lumatech Corporation has introduced a new 18-watt model to its line of Reflect-A-Star Compact Fluorescent Floodlights. The new brighter, higher-wattage model combines high power factor, low THD ThD abbr. Latin Theologiae Doctor (Doctor of Theology) Noun 1. ThD - a doctor's degree in theology Doctor of Theology , and a quick-start, no-flicker electronic ballast. Its replaceable, ultra-bright 18-watt fluorescent triple-lamp produces natural color rendition. The 18-watt Reflect-A-Star uses revolutionary convection ventilation technology developed by Lumatech and Lawrence Berkeley Laboratories. The new design, coupled with the floodlight's heat-dissipating Alzak aluminum reflector reflector: see telescope. , supports higher-wattage lamps, providing light output equal to a 100-watt incandescent floodlight. The unit is available in two different lengths--6.1 or 6.8 inches--making it small enough to remain fully concealed in most recessed downlight and track fixtures. In addition, the light is available in medium, locking, or PermaTwist screw bases. Lumatech can be reached at 510/654-4300; fax 510/428-0622. STAINLESS STEEL stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. CABINETRY Dwyer Products Corporation has introduced stainless steel cabinetry, offering a unique, contemporary look for any kitchen. Stainless steel cabinets provide an attractive option for people who are chemically sensitive or cannot tolerate wood or laminate laminate, n a thin slice of porcelain or plastic fabricated in a dental lab, which is cemented to the front of the teeth to cover gaps, whiten stained teeth, or reshape chipped or broken teeth. finishes. Dwyer's Refreshment Center features stainless steel cabinetry, Corian countertop with stainless steel undermount sink bowl, 24 inch built-in microwave oven, two-burner cooking unit, and a 6.1-cubic-foot refrigerator. The automatic ice maker provides up to 50 pounds of ice per day. The center can be customized with the addition of a dishwasher or 18-inch cabinet in place of the icemaker ice·mak·er n. A machine, often built into a refrigerator, that freezes water into ice cubes. Also called ice machine. . Dwyer Products Corporation can be reached at 800/348-8508; fax 219/874-2823. LEAD-BASED PAINT MAINTENANCE TRAINING Lead-Safe Practices for Building Maintenance Staff--a new training program developed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency--is designed to educate supervisors and maintenance staff in multifamily communities on techniques they can use during routine maintenance to prevent lead hazards in buildings they maintain. The seven-hour course includes a training guide, video, and a planning tool, which provide an innovative, interactive format to demonstrate lead-safe work practices. The program also includes the tools necessary for supervisors to train staff at their sites. The materials may be purchased from HUD Hud (h  d), a pre-Qur'anic prophet of Islam. Hud unsuccessfully exhorted his South Arabian people, the Ad, to worship the One God. by calling
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LAUNDRY TECHNOLOGY Web introduces its AccessCard system, which uses a "smart card" instead of quarters to activate laundry equipment. Web offers a conventional "add value" debit card debit card, card that allows the cost of goods or services that are purchased to be deducted directly from the purchaser's checking account. They can also be used at automated teller machines for withdrawing cash from the user's checking account. system or a system to eliminate all laundry money from a property. Residents use the cards instead of change in laundry machines. Because the AccessCard uses standard VISA/Master Card protocol, it has the potential to be a resident's "electronic purse" for a variety of small transactions on a property. Accountability statistics are presented in a variety of ways, including laundry usage by unit. A resident package includes an introduction to the AccessCard, easy to follow instructions, and an announcement to be posted in the laundry room A laundry room (also called a utility room) is a room where clothes are washed. In a modern home, a laundry room would be equipped with an automatic washing machine and clothes dryer,and often a large basin, called a laundry tub, for hand-washing delicate articles of clothing such before installation. Web can be reached at 800/421-6897; fax 310/643-6958; or on the World Wide Web at http://www.weblaundry.com. DIMMING BALLASTS Advance Transformer Company has announced additions to its line of Mark X Architectural Dimming Ballasts. Additions include ballasts for 120 or 277 volt operation of one 26-, 32-, or 42-watt triple compact fluorescent lamp A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also known as a compact fluorescent light bulb is a type of fluorescent lamp designed to replace an incandescent lamp. Many CFLs can fit in the existing incandescent light fixtures. . The new ballasts provide full-range dimming from 100 to 5 percent of full light output. Because the Mark X dimming signals come directly through the power leads, no additional control leads are required, making installation simple. The ballasts operate from a two-wire phase-cut style dimmer dim·mer n. 1. A rheostat or other device used to vary the intensity of an electric light. 2. a. A parking light on a motor vehicle. b. A low beam. . All Mark X CFL CFL Canadian Football League ballasts incorporate circuitry that meets proposed ANSI/IEC specifications for end of lamp life detection and shutdown. The new ballasts provide lamp ignition at any light output setting, making it unnecessary to start at full light output before adjusting to the desired light level. The ballasts are also designed for stable output, providing smooth dimming with minimal flicker or striation striation /stri·a·tion/ (stri-a´shun) 1. the quality of being marked by stripes or striae. 2. a streak or scratch, or a series of streaks. stri·a·tion n. 1. . Advance Transformer Company can be reached at 847/390-5000; fax 847/390-5109. MITA COPIER Mita introduces its compact, front-loading 15 copies-per-minute (CPM) DC-1560 copier for small business, with available automatic document feeding and the fastest first copy time in its class. The Mita DC-1560 includes such advanced features as photo mode and automatic exposure, as well as zoom magnification in 1 degree increments with four preset reduction and two preset enlargement settings to simplify use. Its short paper path virtually eliminates misfeeds and its 4.5 second first copy time places it at the head of the competition. The copier comes standard with a 250-sheet front loading Front loading is USA's Defense Department jargon for a method used by the Military-industrial complex to increase defense funding. The phrase is commonly used together with "political engineering" Quote from Franklin C. paper drawer. Its warm-up time is less than 45 seconds and continuous copying can be done with up to 100 copies. Up to 7,000 copies are possible from one toner cartridge. Recommended volume is up to 10,000 copies per month. Mita can be reached at 800/222-6482. LEASING SOFTWARE ASI ASI, n See Anxiety Sensitivity Index. International has introduced Strategic Lease Processing (SLP (Service Location Protocol) An IETF standard used to announce and discover services such as printers and file shares on an IP network. Apple used SLP prior to Mac OS 10.2, but migrated to its Bonjour technology. SLP is also used in SIP-based IP telephony applications. ), a next-generation software program designed to help automate the commercial leasing process for real estate managers, developers, investors, and advisors. SLP is geared towards the automation of the leasing process and is not a property management system. By using core data from existing property management systems, leasing opportunities can be created, tracked, and communicated throughout the organization. SLP links and automates all of the traditional property management and leasing functions including contact management, prospect tracking, leasing workflow, leasing activity, crucial dates and activities, lease approvals, and interfacing the lease abstract to a property management system. ASI International can be reached at 503/639-9389. |
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