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HP Printer Software, Microsoft Toolbar, HP Update, Shop for Supplies Online
The HP Home & Home Office Store will accept returns or exchanges for this product up to 21 days after delivery
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More than 130 airmen from the 388th Fighter Wing and Air Force Reserve 419th Fighter Wing were welcomed home by friends and family Tuesday.
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Utah is facing more drought conditions this summer, and Tuesday night the American Fork City Council will vote on restrictions for outside watering.
Salt Lake County Jail placed on lockdown after officer assault
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The Salt Lake County Jail was placed under lockdown after an inmate assaulted a correctional officer Monday afternoon.
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Crews put out three fires in Provo early Tuesday morning. Investigators believe all three were intentionally set and follow a pattern of recent fires.
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Police chase two suspects in a stolen car more than 90 miles from Summit County to Weber County before they are tracked by the UHP helicopter and arrested in Farr West.
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The defense team for a man shot and killed in federal court Monday had tried to prevent the witness whom their client attacked from testifying during the trial, saying he had a "personal bias" against Siala Angilau.
Man charged with beer mug assault admits to strangling girlfriend
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A Fort Duchesne man already sentenced to federal prison for beating his girlfriend with a ceramic mug admitted Tuesday that he also tried to strangle the woman.
Grads hit with defaults when co-signers die, go bankrupt
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Student loan borrowers are suddenly being thrown into default when the co-signer on their loan — often a parent or grandparent — dies or files for bankruptcy.
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Researchers also found that complications such as nerve damage are already emerging in young people, raising concerns about the long-term health consequences for this and subsequent generations if the trend is not reversed, as reported at the American Diabetes Association's 72nd Scientific Sessions®.
"Type 2, once known as 'adult onset' diabetes, is increasingly being diagnosed in young people," said Giuseppina Imperatore, MD, PhD, Medical Epidemiologist with the Division of Diabetes Translation at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. "We've known this was happening for a while, but now we have data that tell us just how big a problem it has become. Additionally, worldwide, the number of youth who are being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes has been growing at an annual rate of about 3 percent. Our preliminary data indicate that this is the case among U.S. youth too. This is of grave concern, because these youth will live with diabetes most of their lives and may develop diabetes-related complications, such as heart and kidney disease, nerve damage and vision problems, at a much younger age. In fact, preliminary data suggest that complications may already be developing in this generation."
The SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth study, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health, is assessing diabetes burden in children and youth younger than 20 years in five geographically dispersed populations that encompass the ethnic diversity of the United States. SEARCH investigators found that, overall, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes had increased 21 percent among American youth from 2001-2009, while type 1 diabetes rose 23 percent. The data suggest that there were nearly 189,000 Americans under the age of 20 with diabetes; of those, 168,000 had type 1 and more than 19,000 had type 2.
Preliminary findings from SEARCH presented during the scientific sessions also indicate the following:
The study showed that the proportion of youth with type 2 diabetes was highest among American Indian and non-Hispanic black youth, and in these groups it did not change over time. The proportion of Hispanic and non-Hispanic white youth with type 2 diabetes was lower, but it increased over time. A longer study period is needed to fully quantify these trends in all racial groups. Dana Dabelea, MD, PhD, Professor of Epidemiology and Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Denver noted that the risk of early-onset type 2 diabetes is heavily impacted by exposure to maternal diabetes or obesity in the womb. "The vicious cycle of obesity creates a transgenerational problem," she said, "as the offspring of women who are obese or who have type 2 diabetes during pregnancy are more likely to develop diabetes early in life."
"This research reinforces the need to ensure that young people with diabetes are getting more exercise, making healthier food choices and maintaining healthier weights," said Elizabeth Mayer-Davis, MSPH, PhD, RD, Professor at the University of North Carolina and American Diabetes Association, Immediate Past-President, Health Care & Education.
Type 1 diabetes, shown in previous studies of European and worldwide registries to be on the rise in recent years, is not believed to be impacted by lifestyle in the same way as type 2. The reasons for its rise are yet unknown; however, researchers are investigating several hypotheses. One theory is that children and infants in contemporary environments are less exposed to viruses and bacteria that help the immune system mature, increasing their subsequent risk for type 1. Other hypotheses suggest that changes in the environment encourage kids to grow faster and gain more weight early in life which overloads the beta cells and triggers an autoimmune attack. Others are looking at changes in the diet of infants and when foods are introduced. However, it is not yet known why type 1 is increasing.
Source: http://www.diabetesincontrol.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12908&catid=53&Itemid=8, Presented at the 72nd American Diabetes Scientific Sessions, June 9, 2012 .
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Canon-McMillan's D.J. Mikec eyes up the basket as he prepares for the shot. Heading into action this week, the Big Macs were among five teams tied for third place in Section 4-AAAA. With a handful of league games remaining, each result is critical to team's playoff hopes.
A fight to the finish. That describes the impending action in scholastic boys' basketball action, particularly in Section 4-AAAA, as each club in that division has a shot at a playoff spot.
Heading into action this week, with six section games remaining on their schedules, all eight clubs remained in contention for a post-season berth.
While adversaries Bethel Park (8-0, 14-1) and Upper St. Clair (7-1, 11-3) appeared to have the clearest path to the playoffs, heading into their fray Jan. 22, five teams, including locals Canon-McMillan, Peters Township and Mt. Lebanon were jumbled together in third place with 3-5 records while Baldwin pulled up the rear with a 2-6 mark.
The top four teams in each of the four Quad-A sections clinch a tournament berth. League play ends Feb. 8.
Peters Township took a step in the right direction when the Indians avenged a previous loss and defeated Mt. Lebanon, 57-45, in league action last Friday.
Gabe Pritz exceeded his 19.8 average when he exploded for 29 points in the triumph. Nick Parello followed with 10 tallies, for the Indians, who stretched a 26-22 halftime advantage to 38-30 after three frames.
For the Blue Devils, Johnny Heagy, Eddie Jenkins and Matt Hoffman each finished with eight points.
While Lebo visits Baldwin on Friday, Jan. 25, PT hosts Trinity, which is 3-5 in the section but sports the best overall record (9-7) of the tied third-place teams in the division.
Meanwhile, USC visits Canon-Mac on Jan. 25. The Panthers are coming off a 45-40 victory at Trinity.
J.J. Conn and Jordan Grabowski topped out with 15 and 11 tallies for the Panthers, who led 21-20, at intermission before holding 12-10 scoring edges in the two, second-half quarters.
The Big Macs are coming off a disappointing defeat at Bethel Park last week. In their 62-49, CM held a 27-20 halftime lead, but suffered a scoring slump in the third quarter. BP out-scored CM, 20-6, in the critical frame.
Brett Haney exploded for 20 points, 15 in the first frame. Seth Bohn pitched in with 11 markers.
In Section 4-AA, Seton-La Salle remained in the driver's seat after the Rebels' 78-60 triumph over Chartiers-Houston.
Heading into this week's battles at home with Brentwood and on the road at Fort Cherry, the Rebels sported a 7-0 section slate and a 13-2 overall mark.
Against the Bucs, Ryan Norkus (19), Dale Clancy (12), Christian DelGreco (12) and Levi Masua (10) finished in double digits.
Alec Ferrari and Kodie Hanley fired in 16 and 14 markers for the Bucs, who are 5-10 overall.
The Bucs, who are 2-5 in the section, host Burgettstown on Friday, Jan. 25.
In Section 5-AAA, Keystone Oaks visits South Fayette on Friday, Jan. 25.
The Golden Eagles and Lions are both recent victims of Chartiers Valley, which leads the division with an undefeated record in seven outings and a 13-1 overall slate.
In a 100-55 loss to the Colts, Jared Skolnicki fired in 17 points for the Golden Eagles (3-4, 6-9). Taylor Lehman and Braydon Griffiths each followed with 13 tallies.
In addition to the loss to CV, South Fayette also succumbed to South Park, 71-58, on the road.
C.J. Rudisill pumped in 18 points followed by Justin Watson's 16 markers.
For the second straight game, Evan Bonnaure was held under his 20-plus scoring average. He finished with 10 tallies.
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Wessel-Werk does not build vacuum cleaners but instead specializes in design and production of the nozzles all vacuums use. From EBK powered household carpet brush to Industrial Düsa IRD500 (Düsa means "Nozzle"), a nearly 20 inch wide aluminum squeegee brush used to vacuum factory floors. Over the years most every manufacturer has turned to Wessel-Werk to make their vacuums perform better and become easier to use. Wessel-Werks prestigious reputation within the industry is unequaled. Their clients, vacuum nozzle users and even competitors respect the innovative engineering talent at Wessel-Werk that is focused on the task of making the best vacuum nozzles in the world.
The EBK360 is the latest powered brush from Wessel and like all other nozzles Wessel-Werk produces it will be used by many manufacturers to enhance their vacuum system, both portable and central vacuum alike. The Aspria Souverän central vacuum attachment kit with Wessel's EBK360 is a custom collection of components that have been selected by the central vacuum experts at Vacdepot which is unmatched by any OEM kit for quality, versatility and value. The attachments and accessories are selected to fit perfectly and match exactly the high standard our customers have come to expect from the Aspria product line.
The EBK360 brings truly all purpose carpet and rug cleaning to the stable of Wessel-Werk vacuum nozzles. An easy to use 5 position height adjuster allows the user to raise and lower the nozzle for the essential balance of brush action and airflow needed to vacuum carpet fibers of any length. Height adjustment also allows the EBK360 to remain easily maneuverable on the most plush of carpet fibers. Adjusting the power brush for the surface you are cleaning lets you set the appropriate brush action and airflow through the nozzle. A powerbrush set too low will brush the carpet but prevents airflow from passing freely through the fibers. This results in a vacuum that is both hard to push and one that does not remove embedded soils. A brush set too high does become easier to maneuver but without proper brush contact debris is not agitated from the carpet resulting in only a surface cleaning which leaves heavy soils in the fibers leading to traffic wear.
The 5 position height adjuster offers the correct height to clean any carpeted surface. Height adjustment is activated with a simple step-on button that can be changed at any time while cleaning. A height adjustment indicator window is positioned just above the pedal and viewable while standing behind the powerbrush. The clear lens of the adjuster window lets you easily see the current height position of the powerbrush as you scroll through the adjustments by stepping on the pedal. A second step-on button on top of the powerbrush releases the handle lock that allows the wand to recline in the normal vacuuming position. The handle release locks the wand into the upright position for storage or for quick stops while cleaning to move an object from your path. Locking the handle upright also allows you to transport the nozzle from room to room on it's two rear wheels for easy maneuvering.
The forward looking headlight lens of the EBK360 also holds one of the new features. While it's predecessor improved lamp life many times more than the usual incandescent bulb often found in power nozzles, the fluorescent tube light used in the EBK340 required a heavy steel power ballast that added unnecessary weight to the powerbrush. The EBK360 sports a new lightweight LED headlight array. Five high power LED's provide illumination for cleaning in dimly lit rooms or under beds where brush clogging objects lurk. Like the fluorescent lamp the new LED array shines bright for thousands of hours and is not susceptible to damage by bumps or bangs that invariable happen while vacuuming floors. The LED headlight array also allows the EBK360 to maintain a low profile for cleaning areas under furniture and in toe-kick spaces along cabinets.
To increase maneuverability and ease of use all of the EBK360's wheels were enlarged in both diameter and width. Larger wheels prevent the nozzle from sinking in to thick carpeting and becoming sluggish. The rear wheels are also moved back to be centered in the same plane as the swivel wand connector. This allows the vacuum users forward force to be routed to the wheels so the nozzle is moved forward instead of being pushed down into the carpet. The forward wheels ride on the steel height adjuster axel that lays in the base of the nozzle just behind the power brush. The forward wheels keep the front of the nozzle from being driven into the carpet and also provides lift over rises in the floor surface such as thresholds. All four wheels operate on chrome plated steel axels for life long wear. All wheels are also covered with soft molded tires for steady tracking on all floor surfaces and true multi-floor operation that will not damage hard floor surfaces of any kind, including wood or stone.
The bottom of the EBK360 includes many innovative features including Wessel-Werk exclusive designs. The EBK360 provides excellent side cleaning with thread collectors on both side of the nozzle's shoe. The nozzle shoe is the opening that surrounds the brush and the EBK360's shoe is unique in it's fully open design that does not require support ribs like many other brushes.The open shoe allows full brush contact and lessens the "track marks" that other nozzles leave behind. The open shoe is also maintenance efficient and allows easy removal of threads or long hair that may wrap around the brush. Simply run a succor across the brush cutting all the threads and hair, turn the brush over and start the vacuum for quick and clean removal.
The brush roller ends are sealed in the nozzle housing to prevent damaging debris from entering the axel connections or cog belt drive. The vacuum intake is a center mounted funnel that provides even suction and airflow to both sides of the brush roll for consistent performance. A final feature found only on Wessel-Werk power nozzles is the all surface squeegee strip. While most powered nozzles claim to provide hard floor cleaning capability, few actually do. The dry squeegee mounted just behind the brush roller works on all floor surfaces by focusing the suction inside the brush shoe. For both carpets and hard floors the squeegee maintains airflow velocity at the opening that is critical for good pickup. On hard floors the squeegee also prevents debris from passing under the nozzle for more efficient single pass cleaning.
Also clearly visible from the bottom of the powerbrush is the new sculptured brush roller. The trim & fit roller utilizes a chevron brush configuration which brings debris that is beaten from the surface to the center mounted vacuum intake more efficiently. The sculptured roller body also moves airflow with paddle action using the motion of the roller agitate, sweep and push debris and airflow into the system.
The solid polycarbonate body of the brush roller is nearly indestructible, high speed balanced and uses thread catchers on each end to prevent debris from entering the axel. The solid core design prevents warpage that leads to excessive vibration and noise, while the steel and bronze bushings provide lifetime wear resistance and protection from dirt and dust in the roller ends. The brush roller operates in a sealed "dirty air" cavity that is filled with negative pressure that moves debris which has been beaten, swept and pushed by the roller. In the "clean air" area of the nozzle the rollers' sprocket connects to the brush to the motor by a geared belt drive.
The geared brush roller and the geared motor are connected by a reinforced high strength geared belt. Like most quality powered nozzles, the EBK360 has a nonslip drive system that directly transfers the power of it's 250 watt brush motor. Unlike powered nozzles using flat rubber belts the EBK360 can provide ultra high speed operation, resulting in superior performance, not possible in rubber belted units. The EBK360's brush motor is also new with some very impressive features. Each end of the motors armature (spinning rotor) is carried in a full size 8mm sealed high speed ball bearing, the same sized used in many vacuums main motors. The armature also has 24 individual commutator bars, double that of most power nozzle motors, resulting in better heat dissipation and longer life. The frame of the motor is a steel skeleton instead of the usual plastic clam shell. The steel frame provides both strength and heat dissipation, the later of which is provided by a full diameter cooling fan.
In a departure from standard design the brush roller motor is protected from overheating ny use of a thermal link which is banded to the motors copper windings. The thermal link automatically severs power to the motor when a set temperature is reached and reconnects power when the motors temperature falls below a safe level. Primary cooling is provided by the motors own full diameter cooling fan which pulls clean air from under the nozzle hood to wash over the motor while running. Not content to rely solely on the motors built in cooling fan, Wessel-Werk provides an elegant engineering solution to secondary cooling for the brush motor. Within the intake throat (the dirty air side) of the nozzle housing a small port is opened and ducted across a slot and into the motor compartment and the belt drive compartment.
Using a small bit of the vacuums suction, cool air is moved through hidden vents at both rear wheels. The cool clean airflow is carried over the motors commutator and brushes where significant heat is generated. Cool clean air is also pulled through the compartment housing the brush roller sprocket, geared belt and motor pulley keeping the area both clean of debris and cool from the forces of friction. All of the critical heat generating components of the EBK360 are provided continuous cooling when connected with the vacuum system, even when the brush motor is not running. A design such as secondary brush cooling is inconceivable to vacuum cleaner manufacturers just makes common sense to a vacuum cleaner nozzle manufacturer.
The vacuum cooling and cleaning chamber is just one of the many unique features in the new EBK360, but the innovation our staff liked the most may not be something that you would immediately recognize as significantly important. The cleaning power of the EBK360 carpet nozzle is derived from it's powerful, high speed geared belt driven brush roller. Geared belt systems require control hardware and firmware to protect the motor from jamming in the brush and properly regulate performance. Like most other geared belt drive system the EBK360 will shut down the motor if an obstruction blocks the brush from spinning. If you accidently vacuum a sock into the nozzle the control system will shut down the brush in less than a second. Once you remove the obstruction and restart the powerbrush the control circuit will reset and your ready to clean - no harm, no foul.
These vacuum control systems consist of many components and most often the parts are soldered to a circuit board. Diodes, potentiometers, resisters, regulators, sensors and breakers on a match-book sized circuit board formed the heart of the geared belt control system. Most everyone whom has taken an electromechanical device in for repair has heard the words "It's the control board". Soldered circuit control boards are not the most reliable components, particularly inside the harsh environment of a vacuum powerbrush. The EBK360 has for the first time done away with the "circuit control board".
Fewer parts with lower replacement cost and higher reliability are now provided in a conectorized environment within the EBK360. In addition to the motor mounted self-resetting thermal breaker, a single circuit self-resetting overload protector takes the place of old fashioned mechanical push-button circuit breakers and sensors. To assure proper activation of the circuit protector and eliminate EMI feedback from the motor an inline electronic noise suppressor smooths out the power delivered to the system. That's it., the entire control system is held in two external modules with inline connectors. We never like circuit control boards in power nozzles, that's why the new electrical system in the EBK360 is our favourite new feature.
The same common sense engineering solutions are applied to other areas inside the power brush including the height adjuster which uses a steel reinforcement bar inside the step-on pedal to work with steel lever in the nozzle base to move the adjuster. Incredible engineering goes into every aspect of designing and using the EBK360 powerbrush right down to the rear wheels. Most other nozzle systems use a plastic axel inserted or molded as part of the wheel. The EBK360 uses a steel axel with a floating wheel the gives the nozzle easy movement and lifelong wear in a part that is often a problem for other nozzles after just a few years or normal use.
We can get an overall idea of engineering within the EBK360 by looking at the last component under the powered nozzles hood, the steel counter balance plates. While no other power nozzle manufacturer has ever considered the need to balance the weight of the motor inside the nozzle, Wessel-Werk never considered the idea of not doing so. Experience through Tradition - Performance through Innovation This is the culture of design at Wessel-Werk.
Some central vacuum cleaner companies make their own powered nozzle and it is only a smaller part of the larger machine they must produce to have a complete product offering. Wessel-Werk makes only vacuum nozzles. Each nozzle is the complete machine and the singular concern of Wessel-Werk. Every nozzle design is built to stand on it's own and increase the efficiency of the vacuum system it's customer (the vacuum cleaner manufacturer) connects it to.
In the mind of a Wessel-Werk nozzle design engineer the brushing performance, noise profile, reliability and ease of usage are all calculations based on a balanced nozzle design. An unbalanced nozzle may exhibit higher wear on one side of the brush roller or may pull the nozzle to one side during operation. Without the counter weight, side cleaning could be negatively effected, an unwelcome noise could be introduced or airflow may be shifted resulting in lower efficiency in part of the nozzle. These small deficiencies may matter very little to the manufacturer building a suction canister power unit, but are unacceptable to the manufacturer obsessed with a singular goal of building the worlds finest vacuum nozzle.
This is the reason why Wessel-Werk remains the worlds premier vacuum nozzle manufacturer. Engineering details have consequences for cleaning system performance, something often overlooked by vacuum manufacturers building those bright shinny portable vacuums who seem more concerned with winning the beauty contest on store shelves (Sorry Dyson!).
One component of the EBK360 that was carried over from it's predecessor is the fully articulating swivel joint, commonly referred to as the nozzles neck. The unique design of the swivel joint in vacuum nozzles is a known Wessel-Werk trait. The swivel joint makes the powered brush steerable. Turn the hose handle and the power nozzle turns with you. The steerable neck allows you to vacuum in a more natural pattern instead of the tiring push-pull fan pattern that is required to position other powered nozzles with regular tilting-only necks. The articulating joint tilts a full 90° which allows the handle to lay completely flat while the powerbrush stays on the floor for cleaning. This lets you insert the power nozzle under furniture and beds for removing dust and allergens. The articulating joint also swivels a full 180° left and right for exceptional maneuverability in cleaning around furniture and other objects on the floor. The EBK360's neck also has one other feature, a function that symbolizes convenience in central cleaning systems: Quick Disconnect.
A simple to use toe-operated pedal on the swivel joint unlocks the neck of the power brush from the vacuum wand. Before QDC (quick disconnect) the regimen to change vacuum nozzle was cumbersome at best. Pushing small buttons with your fingers, unplugging the power cord from under the hose grip, twisting the vacuum wand from the nozzle and finally reconnecting a new nozzle. For many with low hand strength the torture of pushing in the metal button while twisting and pulling the nozzle from the wand resulted in an unwillingness to change tools all together. With the EBK360's QDC you push on the release pedal with your toe and pull the wand straight out of the nozzle by it's hose grip. No buttons, no cords, no problem.
The EBK360 powered nozzle is connected to the vacuums hose by the Inox class MYR67WW integrated stainless steel telescopic wand from Myraton. Inox Class MYR67WW telescopic wand is a double QDC button lock integrated power cord wand designed specifically for use with Wessel-Werk powered nozzles.
The swivel neck of the powered nozzle has a recessed power connector and button lock receiver. When the wand is connected to the nozzle the matching power plug from the wand is connected to the recessed receiver and the button lock wand is connected with it's matching lock receiver resulting in a suction and electric connection that mates perfectly with no leaks.
The new integrated power cord design not only covers the external hanging coil-cord, it also sports a new hose end connection system. The integrated wand expands to 38½ inches in length, the reach required to use with a powered nozzle for carpet cleaning. Push button extension and retraction glides to position in one inch increments with a fully collapsed length of 24¾ inches. The Integrated wands exceptional quality is evident in both design and build using a proven Myraton telescoping platform that offers many years of trouble free service.
The Myraton integrated stainless steel wand is a work of art as much as a technical achievement. The new design fuses the upper cord management connection with the hose quick release button. The cord management connection keeps the integrated cord in place at all times and ready for use with a flush connection electric hose. The integrated power cord uses a mini coil concealed within a telescopic sleeve to extend in length with the wand and terminates in the quick release connector used on the Wessel-Werk EBK360 power nozzle. This integrated design is the final key that completely eliminates external cords of any kind in the Aspria Souverän central vacuum attachment set, which increases reliability and adds incredible maneuverability to a now fully integrated product from inlet to nozzle.
High quality stainless steel construction offers the strongest wand design available with permanent, life long stain and corrosion resistance. Beautiful brushed finish shows quality workmanship that will not rust, chip, scratch or peel and will remain functional and good looking for years to come. The highly reliable interference ratchet locking system is exceptionally smooth to operate with extended life offering years of trouble free service.
All Aspria powerbrush attachment sets include the very best electric hose. The Plastiflex brand 4-wire Control Clean Dual Power crush-proof hose is the most widely used power hose for central cleaning systems in the world. The Aspria attachment set hoses are built at Plastiflex North America using the Electraflex hose body, an oversized 1 3/8" ID with a smooth bore interior for better airflow properties. The larger hose interior can result in an estimated 20% increase of airflow performance over standard diameter hoses. The larger interior diameter hose offers less resistance for increased velocity and through flow.
The lightweight crush-proof hose comes standard in 30 foot lengths with an optional 35ft upgrade available at order. The soft molded design of the ElectraFlex© hose body features a high thread count and a rounded rib design that won't bite or grab and can make amazingly sharp turns with crimping. Plastiflex uses proprietary formulations of plastics to give the hose a soft texture that is flexible, but strong enough to endure years of heavy use in the home. Newer crush-proof hoses systems use stranded power & signal wires which are moulded into the ribs of the hose. Crush-proof hoses weigh 30% less than the older wire-moulded hoses and are additionally resistant to accidental crush damage. Vacdepot offers many brands and styles of vacuum hose but we always recommend Plastiflex for powered central vacuum systems. No other brand of hose is more flexible or has proven to be nearly as reliable as the Plastiflex brand for the last 20 years.
The handgrip of the Control Clean hose has become the gold standard in central vacuum hoses, the ergonomic Gas-Pump Grip. A full loop on the handle gives you a positive hold that requires less effort when pulling back. Keeping the grab area small also means less fatigue on your fingers and wrist than when gripping the full diameter of hose without the gas-pump grip. All Aspria Souverän attachment sets use the full 360° swivel handle design that prevents the hose from tangling while you clean. An easy to use thumb operated switch provides 3 positions for total control of your central cleaning system. You can power just the suction unit alone, the suction unit and carpet brush unit together or power all devices off from the handle without having to unplug the hose from the wall to stop the system.
The wall end of the Control Clean hose is available in the two standard CVS hose configurations; universal corded connection or direct connection. Both systems use a 1.5" diameter connection with low-volt control circuit band moulded into the hose tip. The difference between Universal and Direct connection hose styles is how the high-voltage is passed to the hose. Universal connection uses an 8ft long external cord that plugs into an electrical outlet near the vacuum inlet. This is common for many older systems. Universal inlets have been used for the last 30+ years by most every manufacturer. Direct connection systems are newer and were installed beginning in the early 1990's. This system derives high-voltage directly from the inlet. Instead of an external power cord the hose end has two small male pins about 3/8" apart from each other projecting from the tip of the hose.
Direct connection inlets (also called supervalve or electravalve powered inlets) have a small receptacle in the face of the valve and are marked "120V" for 120 volts. You choose the type of hose connection you need to work with your existing inlet vales or the type of valve you will be installing with a new CV system.
Universal and Direct Connect standard hoses fit the vast majority of vacuum inlets in use today. A few older inlets used proprietary connection styles to be aware of; Kenmore and Bud inlets used a smaller 1.25" connection. For these systems an adapter can be attached to the hose which will allow the new system to work with your existing inlets. The other proprietary valve still in use today is the Vacuflo automatic low-volt inlet valve. This system uses a set of external pins for the low-volt connection instead of the hose tip connector and a slightly larger diameter hose connection.
These valves are easy to identify as they are marked "Vacuflo" and use 4 screws to attach them to the wall instead of two. If you would like to use a powered brush kit with your existing Vacuflo inlets please contact us for the optional adapters needed before you order. More information about hoses and inlets is available in the article Central Vacuum Hoses and Inlets Explained under the articles tab.
The Wessel-Werk EBK360 powerbrush, Myraton MYR67WW Integrated power wand and Plastiflex Control Clean dual voltage hose are the base components of each version of the CVA360 attachment set. Above floor nozzles, kit accessories and hard surface tools described in the remainder of this review will vary in design, quality and quantity in each model of the CVA360 kit. A handy quick reference comparison chart is available for a summary of the included components in each model.
The standard CVA360 Souverän attachment set includes Eco-Pro above-floor vacuum tools. The above floor set include the Crevice Nozzle, Upholstery tool and Dusting brush. Both the Dusting brush and Upholstery tool feature natural fill bristles. The crevice nozzle is made from rigid polystyrene for strength and wear resistance.
The deluxe vinyl upholstery tool included in the is 6" (152mm) wide with a scalloped bottom plate insert and a grooming brush. The shoe design insures continuous air-flow without the need for a suction reducer, eliminating "seal off". The brush strip gently engages upholstery to lift debris and groom surfaces. The brush also helps to remove hair, pet fur, lint and other clingy soils that suction alone will not remove. The soft outer cover will not mar light colored furniture or scratch soft surfaces and the friction fitting connector will allow use directly at the end of the hose or with any wand extension.
The Deluxe series crevice tool is 13" (330mm) long with flat profile and slots for those "hard-to-reach" corners and crevices where dust and debris can hide. Slots provide additional airflow along the cleaning surface underneath furniture and cabinets. Made of textured styrene the crevice tool is strong enough to take abuse but also just a bit flexible to keep it from breaking. Most often crevice tools are used for cleaning areas and objects never conceived of by the engineers, and are jammed into, next to, under and between anything and everything. Realizing long ago that crevice tools are used often, and often abused, the crevice tool was redesigned to stand up to rigorous use. The extra length of the crevice nozzle, a full 13 inches, helps you to continue jamming, pushing and prying the crevice tool wherever you need to clean.
The round body dusting brush is one of the most commonly used above-floor nozzles. The fill bristle is long and flexible, composed of natural materials for gentle cleaning and extended life. The poly case that surrounds the duster is durable but non-marring and won't scratch furniture or leave marks on the work. The brushes opening is wide enough to allow unobstructed cleaning but narrow enough to allow for acceleration of the vacuumed air leading to greater efficiency at the point of contact for dust removal. An excellent cleaning brush for baseboards, windows, book shelves and display areas.
For extra reach and utility cleaning the CVA360 Souverän includes two 18" long styrene wands. The lightweight wands can be added to the power wand for extra reach overhead on ceilings, shelving, windows, ceiling fans and more. The utility wands can also be used directly on the hose for quick pick-ups directly on the floor or for use with the floor brush when the power wand is not available.
The utility wands are also great for all-purpose cleaning in areas where you may not want to use a metal wand including in the car or the garage. Each end of the utility wands are friction fit for fast connection to the hose and tools, and provides on-the-fly rotation adjustment not possible in button locking wands.
For dedicated hard floor cleaning the CVA360 includes the deluxe 12" wide D320 floor brush from Wessel-Werk which offers a generous, plush natural fill bristle set that provides exceptional sweeping action. A full 12" cleaning path, the D320 can help you clean large areas quickly yet remains nimble enough for detail work around furniture. Both front and rear natural fill bristle sets are castle cut to provide optimum airflow through the nozzle and help prevent bull-dozing the debris. With both front and rear bristle sets castle cut design the nozzle cleans in both directions, adding efficiency.
The large intake orifice provides excellent airflow through the nozzle and allows you to vacuum larger soils without clogging. The soft poly housing is gentle on furniture and base boards and will not mar those surfaces or the flooring. An more firm blend of material is used in construction of the swivel connector that attaches to the vacuum wand. The connector features a full 360° swivel that allows you to steer the brush as you clean and rotate the brush in any direction needed to reach the area to be cleaned, even under low furniture or beds. The friction fit will quickly connect with both the stainless steel power wand or the plastic utility wands and is equally at home in the kitchen, formal dining or the garage floors.
To keep all of the CVA360's tools neat and tidy, storage is provided in a mesh storage bag with carry straps. The perfect place to store all of your tools including above floor nozzles and floor cleaning nozzles. With plenty of room for the utility wands and tools the mesh storage bag keeps everything together when not in use so tools do not become lost or chew toys for the dog. The mesh storage features a strong nylon handle at the top so the bag can hang on a hook in your storage closet, over the included hose hanger, or you can hang the loop over a coat hanger and store the tools on a closet rod. The mesh design allows you to see at a glance which tools are stored. Easy to transport, the mesh storage bag is an easy way to move all your tools to the area being cleaned, instead of walking back and forth to your storage closet to retrieve one tool at a time.
A PH400 single loop hose hanger provides convenient hose storage. Made of polycarbonate and matched to the CVA360 attachment kit, the hose hanger provides plenty of space to keep your 30ft or 35ft hose coiled up off the floor, preventing damage. Easy to mount to any wall with screws or wall anchors, the hose hanger provides plenty of space for the hose, even when wrapped tightly in many shorter loops. Keeping your hose coiled and off the floor will greatly extend its cleaning life and help to keep it flexible for many years. The single loop design also provides a great place to hang your mesh storage bag as well.
Providing for "off the floor" storage the CVA360 attachment kit also includes a wall mount wand holder. These unique devices mount directly to the wall with included screws or wall anchors and feature a flexing, pivoting rubber strap. To store the telescopic wand just push the wand into the rubber strap and it locks into place supporting the full weight of wand and attached tool, hanging on the wall and out of the way.
The Aspria Souverän CVA360 attachment set is backed by a unique warranty directly from Vacdepot. All components of the CVA360 come with a guarantee for the first full year of ownership. Both parts and labor warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship in normal home use, excluding wear items. The CVA360 also includes limited warranties which cover both parts and labor for 2 years on all non-powered components. In addition the EBK360 powerbrush includes a 3 year component warranty for the brush motor and belt from failure in normal home use.
The Aspria Souverän warranty is maintained by Vacdepot Service, the same Vacdepot from where you purchased the CVA360 attachment kit. You will not be required to request warranty with the component manufacturers or a third party repair center. All issues will be serviced by the same folks who sold you the kit and we promise you will never experience the "warranty shuffle" or be sent elsewhere if you need assistance. This exclusive warranty is only available from Vacdepot for Aspria vacuum products.
The unique warranty reflects our confidence that the CVA360 will perform as we say. Souverän central vacuum attachment sets clean all surfaces from carpets and rugs to hard floors and all areas above the floor. Powerful, efficient, easy to use and reliable. The Aspria collection of cleaning attachments are matched by function and performance with each other to provide you the tools you need to clean your home thoroughly, quickly. The Souverän attachment set is among the very best quality CV kits that Vacdepot has ever offered and is an outstanding value.
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In defense of reading
30/04/2012 § 12 Comments
One of the long-standing jokes of librarianship is that we all got into the profession because "we love to read", the punchline of course being that we're all too overworked to read for fun. While I don't think anyone should enter professional librarianship with the expectation that reading is a requirement of the job (note: it isn't), I do wish information professionals had more incentive to incorporate a love for recreational reading into our everyday practice.
If I've said it once, I've said it a million times: I'm very lucky to have two internships in two different library settings doing very different jobs. In my youth services position at a large public library, we are expected and encouraged to read fiction and be aware of young adult writing trends. Half of the questions I get on the youth reference desk are readers' advisory and I regularly host book clubs, create book displays, and plan programs that promote reading.
As a reference and instruction intern and my university library, though, I hardly ever talk about books professionally. To some extent, this makes sense as our job is primarily to facilitate information literacy and more often than not, we aren't providing readers' advisory services (though it does happen from time to time, especially when our two copies of the Hunger Games each have 50+ holds).
I (and others, see references below) contend that readers' advisory and leisure reading does have a place in academic settings. The concept of a "whole collection" readers' advisory interview isn't particularly new. The idea is that we can serve our patrons better if we consider the entire library collection, and not just fiction or books when we have a conversation about reading interests. In a readers' advisory course I took last semester, I explored how the concept of the "whole collection" could be applied in an information literacy or academic library setting and found that promoting leisure reading supports several competencies of information literacy.
Looking for leisure reading is a type of information-seeking which requires skills librarians develop. Deciding what you'd like to read, evaluating books you've read in the past and what's available to you, and synthesizing and processing what you've read is, essentially, the research process in a nutshell. Encouraging students at the reference desk to explore fiction or popular non-fiction related to their research topic can help students make connections between what they learn in lecture and what they experience outside of class. A subject specialist could create an annotated book list or book display to encourage students to further explore a research or course topic. Indeed, a librarian could collaborate with faculty to develop an assignment where the students choose and read a fiction or non-fiction book on the course topic and present it to the class.
During my readers' advisory course, my classmates and I created a readers' advisory event for the school. The purpose of the event was to encourage our cohort to read for pleasure and we selected our book (Atwood's Oryx and Crake) with the hopes of making connections to information science work. The event was well-attended and everyone seemed to enjoy the "excuse" for reading for pleasure. Do you think there's a place for leisure reading in academic settings? How can you incorporate the idea of a "whole collection" into your own work?
For scholarly resources about the intersection of leisure reading and academic libraries, please check out:
Dewan, Pauline. 2010. "Why Your Academic Library Needs a Popular Reading Collection Now More Than Ever." College & Undergraduate Libraries 17 (March 3): 44-64. doi:10.1080/10691310903584775.
Hallyburton, Ann W., Heidi E. Buchanan, and Timothy V. Carstens. 2011. "Serving the whole person: popular materials in academic libraries." Collection Building 30 (2) (April 19): 109-112. doi:10.1108/01604951111127498.
Smith, R, and N. Young. 2008. "Giving Pleasure Its Due: Collection Promotion and Readers' Advisory in Academic Libraries." The Journal of Academic Librarianship 34 (November): 520-526. doi:10.1016/j.acalib.2008.09.003.
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At Simmons, we have a book group to encourage precisely this type of "leisure" reading. The group was started by a professor in February 2011 and is now run through our ALA Student Chapter. The purpose of the group is to bring LIS students together once a month for something the vast majority of us enjoy – reading and talking about books – while also giving us a chance to practice readers advisory and other skills that librarians can use. We select books based on the Dewey Decimal System, so each month represents a different Dewey century. Selections are made via online poll. Although in-person meetings, there are close to 200 people are on the e-mail list for the group. Find us on Goodreads, if you're interested in knowing what we've read: http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/67264-simmons-gslis-book-group
That sounds so fun and exactly what I think more schools should do! I really do think readers' advisory is a useful skill for a lot of types of librarians and I'm glad you have some structured outlet to practice it. Do you also discuss how you might bring the joy of reading to your professional practice?
Well, we eat cookies, and that brings us joy! We've also been lucky enough to have two authors attend meetings – one Simmons staff member and one Simmons alum – and we have a third coming to our meeting tomorrow.
Also, I meant to say in my first post that in-person meetings only draw 8 to 10 people, due to busy schedules. We've talked about trying to get more discussion happening online – through Goodreads, or LibraryThing, where we also have an account – but I think that removes the "joy" or "leisure" for a lot of our students. Suggestions welcome…
Certainly in my university, the inclusion of popular fiction titles into our collection has been primarily driven by a shift in the curriculum. In recent years, freshmen regardless of their discipline are required to undertake 'breadth studies' before they can advance into areas which will eventually become the basis of their majors. Some examples that come to mind are Huxley's 'Brave New World' and Mark Haddon's 'The curious incident of the dog in the night-time' for a Genetics, Health and Society course.
The challenge, for both the course coordinators and the students, is how to fit it all in in the space of a semester. Given that first year students are already burdened by a great deal of material to digest, I've often heard students lament how hard it is for them to find time to read, let alone enjoy their reading.
I'm sure there is a place for leisure reading in the context of academic libraries. In fact, I'm certain that some students, librarians and academics DO enjoy what they are reading. (Travis-Henikoff's 'Dinner with a cannibal' and Paul Trout's 'Deadly Powers' made for riveting reading for me, given my background in anthropology, for example) It's just that what they are reading really isn't all that 'popular'.
I love these ideas. I'm always daydreaming about being able to read for fun again so I thought the idea of a GLIS book club was so cool!. This was also a great reminder of how to integrate fiction reading into the role of librarians other than public librarians and school media specialists. I agree with the idea of bringing more fiction into academic libraries. I know my undergraduate school has a program where every freshman has to read certain fiction books as a starting point for discussion, to create class unity and as a way to support a liberal arts education.
Thank you for this post and the great resources herein Rebecca! Going into the bookstore is always a dangerous proposition for my student budget and my bedside table still groans under the weight of all the "to read"s left uncracked. I love the idea of a reader's advisory class, I don't think we have anything exactly similar but am pleased to see some more non-fiction genera classes being offered, including a new Graphic Novels class. It is always good (for us and our patrons) to be reminded to both open our scope of "academia" and find the time to all-out pleasure read.
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