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HATTIESBURG, Miss.<\#209>The Southern Society for Coatings Technology (SSCT) is currently seeking technical speakers for its annual conference. The 2015 SSCT Annual Technical Meeting-Conference will be held April 12-15, 2015, at the Marriott West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach, Fla. This year's theme is "Innovation and Sustainability."
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Defense manufacturer expanding in Buncombe County, N.C.
RALEIGH, N.C.—Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker have announced that Kearfott Corp. is planning to expand its North Carolina manufacturing operations in Buncombe County. When the One NC grant is carried through to completion, it will result in the creation of 75 jobs and an investment of approximately $11.8 million over the next 3 years in Black Mountain, N.C. Salaries will vary by job function, but the average annual wage for the new jobs will likely exceed $46,000 plus benefits. The Buncombe County average annual wage is $35,784.
Kearfott is a full-service design, manufacturing, and support center for a variety of guidance and navigation systems for commercial and military applications. These include aircraft, spacecraft, sea systems and land vehicles. Kearfott currently employs 336 workers in North Carolina.
The project was made possible in part by a performance-based grant from the One North Carolina Fund of up to $75,000. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance, through local governments, to attract business projects that will stimulate economic activity and create new jobs in the state. Companies receive no money up front and must meet job creation and investment performance standards to qualify for grant funds. These grants also require and are contingent upon local matches. Other partners that helped with this project include: the N.C. Department of Commerce, N.C. Community Colleges, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, Buncombe County, and the Economic Development Coalition of Asheville-Buncombe County.
Heraeus acquires heating systems expert Vulcan Catalytics
HANAU, Germany—Heraeus Nobelight, a precious metals and technology group, has concluded an asset deal to acquire the business activities of Vulcan Catalytics Systems Ltd., Portsmouth, R.I. The acquisition expands the process heating portfolio from Heraeus Noblelight to include both gas and electric heating systems for industrial applications. Mike Chapman, John Martin, and other key Vulcan Catalytics personnel will remain with the company, supporting the existing customer base and developing new markets. "Vulcan Catalytics and Heraeus share a common goal: to consistently exceed customer expectations," Michael Chapman, president of Vulcan Catalytics, pointed out. "Joining the Heraeus network will offer us numerous opportunities to introduce our products and expertise to new markets."
Valspar's new coating technology provides edge corrosion resistance
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.—The Valspar Corp. has announced that its Valde Edge Coverage Powder (ECP) coating technology has delivered real-world results, achieving best-in-class edge corrosion resistance for the heavy machinery market. In May 2014, nearly 2.5 years after the first Valde ECP coated machine went into field testing, Valspar conducted its latest field audit of a skid steer loader. This skid steer loader was deployed for a variety of extreme uses, including asphalt grinding. Results show that the edges of the loader held up as well or better than anticipated, especially when compared to sharp edges on machines coated with traditional coatings. The innovative coating was designed to provide high corrosion resistance while achieving the same smooth appearance customers have come to expect, and all at the lowest possible applied cost.
With Valde ECP, the powder primer and top coat are applied in a single cure stage, eliminating the capital and operational expenses associated with a second curing oven. The coating provides tough, longer-lasting edge corrosion protection than traditional products while delivering a smooth coating finish. Valspar is a global leader in the paint and coatings industry.
New concrete claims faster, denser cure
CLEVELAND, Ohio—A new concrete claims to eliminate the harmful effects of hydration and the need for expansion cuts, according to CoolCrete Technology Group, a venture company of K&E Chemical Co. Inc., a developer of eco-friendly restoration products. CoolCrete is made from Portland cement, sand, and stone, but it modifies the typical hydration reaction, resulting in concrete that behaves differently when mixed. The product alters the chemistry through which concrete cures, eliminating the first-phase heat of hydration. According to the company, CoolCrete has a pH of 11.5 and eliminates chemical burns. The product is less porous than conventional concrete and thus less susceptible to the freeze-thaw cycle. It also shrinks less while drying and is denser when fully cured. It does not require saw cuts or caulking, can be poured in hot weather, and is ready for use at 4 days with a strength of over 6,700 psi at 7 days.
Thousands of construction jobs slated for US veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Some 100,000 US veterans are in line for good-paying jobs over the next 5 years under a new initiative backed by the construction industry. More than 100 construction associations and companies—many of them direct competitors—are collaborating on the initiative. The initiative was announced earlier this year at "A National Symposium: Veterans' Employment in Construction." The symposium was hosted by the US Department of Labor and Joining Forces, an organization led by Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden that assists US military families.
Private-sector employers support the jobs initiative "not just because it's the patriotic thing to do, and not just because they want to repay our veterans for their service to our country, but because they know that it's the smart thing to do for their business," First Lady Michelle Obama wrote in an op-ed piece in the Wall Street Journal. The US construction industry is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, outpacing the growth of the economy as a whole, Michelle Obama wrote.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics calls construction one of the fastest-growing industries in the US, with more than 1.5 million additional jobs expected by 2022 at an annual growth rate of 2.6 percent. Employers have expressed concern about being able to staff adequately for the expected boom. Large and small construction contractors and subcontractors are participating in the veterans' employment initiative, officials said. "All men and women who have sacrificed for our country in our armed services deserve opportunities for good jobs worthy of their character and their achievements," said DOL Secretary Thomas E. Perez. "The Department of Labor will do whatever it takes to help our veterans translate their skills and leadership into jobs, and I am inspired by the commitment displayed today by the construction industry and all our partners in helping to achieve that mission." More than 80 additional companies are committing their existing training and employment programs to fill new construction jobs with veterans.
Anti-corrosion spray in development
ORLANDO, Fla.—A graphene-based spray coating that would help multiple industries easily and inexpensively fight corrosion is the focus of a new program at the University of Central Florida's NanoScience Center. The center is building on the recent success of UCF spinoff Garmor Inc. in making a powder form of graphene available. In July, the university announced that Dr. Richard Blair and graduate student David Restrepo had developed a scalable mechanism to produce graphene products. "Manufacturers can make tons at a time," Blair said at the time. Garmor has licensed Blair and Restrepo's technology.
Interest and investment in graphene-based coatings has skyrocketed worldwide in the 4 years since the flake of carbon was the focus of Nobel Prize-winning research. Able to conduct electricity and heat, and unparalleled in thinness and strength, graphene is being studied to create a new generation of coatings that protect surfaces, resist UV degradation, fight corrosion, create ultra-water-resistant surfaces, resist fouling, and even harvest energy. Cambridge University is 3 years into a 10-year, $1.4 billion graphene research project supported by the EU.
"We can use graphene and composite materials to produce new ways for automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, the military, and even the medical industries to take advantage of this extremely powerful material," said Sudipta Seal, director of the NanoScience Technology Center and Advanced Materials Processing Analysis Center and a professor of materials science and engineering. Seal has published articles on the strength and flexibility of aluminum composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes that is central to the process.
The goal of the UCF program is to provide a cost-effective, large-area polymer/graphene-based coating technology to both strengthen mechanical components and protect materials from corrosion. The research program will also focus on developing graphene oxide, a plastic host, and a plasma spray. The scientists will modify graphene, which originates from graphite similar to that found in pencil lead, so that it can be sprayed onto a surface while retaining its innate strength and elasticity. NanoScience Professor Lei Zhai will focus on developing a plastic material to host the graphene and ensure that it keeps its electrical and mechanical performance when embedded. The composite development element is being led by Seal, who will configure the graphene agent for performance testing on steel, aluminum, and high-strength plastic. The coated substrates will be evaluated for both their mechanical (abrasion and strength) and corrosion performance.
Allnex opens headquarters, technology center
ALPHARETTA, Ga.—Allnex has announced the official opening of its Americas headquarters and technology center in Alpharetta, Ga. The new center brings together the sales, marketing, technical service, and research and development organizations and several functions that support Allnex's four key business groups in a modern building with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. The center facilitates paint formulation, technical service, raw material research, resins modification, and new resins development.
The uniting of several smaller research laboratories and the talents and expertise of approximately 95 employees under one roof will help the company further develop the Allnex brand and foster teamwork, creativity, innovation, and customer focus. At the same time, attractive financial incentives are helping offset relocation expenses from Smyrna, Ga., and to create a comfortable and welcoming work environment.
Furniture company selects North American manufacturing headquarters
RALEIGH, N.C.—Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker have announced that BuzziSpace Inc., a Belgian furniture company, will locate its North American manufacturing headquarters in High Point, N.C. The company plans to create 113 jobs and invest more than $1.75 million during the next 5 years. BuzziSpace will operate out of a renovated building. Salaries will vary by job function, with an average annual wage of $45,000 plus benefits. The average annual wage in Guilford County is $43,326.
BuzziSpace's products are developed for the workspaces of tomorrow and offer functionality, lightness, and flexibility. The aspect of multi-functionalism is always the main interest of the design. The intention is to present unique products that may be used in diverse ways, in any room, and are effective acoustically. BuzziSpace products focus on acoustics, ecology, and flexibility with a special emphasis on recycling, environmentally friendly processing of materials, and the sustainable use of raw materials and energy.
The project was made possible in part by a performance-based grant from the One North Carolina Fund of up to $100,000. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance, through local governments, to attract business projects that will stimulate economic activity and create new jobs in the state. Companies receive no money up front and must meet job creation and investment performance standards to qualify for grant funds. These grants also require and are contingent upon local matches. The state grant will be based on the company creating 50 jobs over the first 3 years of the project. Other partners that helped with this project include: the N.C. Department of Commerce, N.C. Community Colleges, Guilford Technical Community College, Guilford County, High Point Economic Development Corporation and the City of High Point.
New coating offers steel and aluminum guarantee
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa.—A new coating system is designed to provide maximum protection for aluminum and steel products in harsh climates and environmental conditions. CENTRIA says it has redefined its current coatings line with the new Versacor Elite Coating System. The company designs, develops, and manufactures architectural metal wall and roof systems. According to the company, the coating system provides abrasion resistance and protects against moisture and intense sunlight. This performance can be achieved with a 2-mil-thick barrier coat over a metal substrate along with premium polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) topcoat. The system carries a 25-year warranty on aluminum and a 20-year warranty on steel products against cracking, chipping, peeling, color change, and chalking.
DOD targets culture of corrosion
ORLANDO, Fla.—It will take more than protective coatings to make a dent in the US military's $23 billion a year campaign against corrosion. It will take an entirely new national attitude — one trained to "prevent, treat, and control" corrosion rather than "wait, find, and fix" it. So says the Defense Department's Office of Corrosion Policy and Oversight, which contends that the real cause of corrosion is not oxidation, but indifference and lack of awareness. This is according to "Changing the Corrosion Culture through Education and Training," a presentation given earlier this year by Daniel J. Dunmire, director of corrosion policy and oversight.
According to Dunmire, just about everybody needs culture change, including designers and engineers, policy makers and the public, trainers and standards writers, suppliers and academia, and procurers and project managers. Each of those parties is a piece of the overall corrosion puzzle, and Dumire's office is working on many fronts to show each party what their role is and what's at stake when corrosion spreads and materials degrade. The toll is not just economic, although corrosion does consume a full 25 percent of DOD's annual maintenance budget. The greater toll, says Dunmire, is corrosion's impact on military readiness.
Dunmire contends that there are three faulty assumptions and perceptions underlying the current corrosion culture: corrosion is inevitable and can't be prevented; corrosion control means "wait, find, and fix"; and upfront attempts to stop corrosion are too costly. Correcting these mistaken beliefs is now the job of seven working integrated product teams (WIPTs), staffed by volunteers from every service branch. Other teams in the effort include the University of Akron, the first university in the western hemisphere to offer a bachelor's degree in corrosion engineering. For more info, visit
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US Supreme Court upholds OSHA whistleblower protections
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of two former employees of privately held companies that provide advisory and management services to the Fidelity family of mutual funds. The former employees claimed they faced retaliation after they reported allegations of fraud. The ruling asserts that the whistleblower provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act apply broadly to a public company's private contractors and subcontractors just as it protects employees of the public company served by the contractors and subcontractors. "Whistleblower protections play a vital role in protecting the health, safety, and financial well-being of all Americans," said David Michaels, assistant secretary of labor for OSHA. "We are pleased that the Supreme Court reaffirmed the right of employees of a public company's contractors to expose fraud and securities rule violations without fear of retaliation. The Labor Department is committed to protecting these critical whistleblower rights for workers." OSHA enforces the whistleblower provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and 21 other statutes protecting employees who report violations. For more info, visit
Hartford Finishing grows, adds 94 jobs
HARTFORD, Wis.—Hartford Finishing Inc., a powder coating and painting firm, and its sister companies have announced the addition of 94 new jobs. The announcement coincided with the opening of the company's new paint line. Wendorff Bros. Co. is the parent company of Hartford Finishing and several sister companies, including Steel Craft Corp., Capitol Stampings, and SnoWay International. Phase one of the $12 million expansion project adds 110,000 square feet to the Steel Craft building in Hartford. Phase two includes upgrades to the original Hartford Finishing building. The three sister companies will add a combined 94 new jobs to handle increased business due to the expansion. Hartford Finishing currently employs 180 workers and houses six separate state-of-the-art powder painting systems, a full service assembly area, stripping center, wet paint line, and 12 loading docks.
Axalta appoints director
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Axalta Coating Systems has announced that Andreas Kramvis has joined its Board of Directors and will serve on the Audit Committee. Kramvis is a vice chairman of Honeywell, a technology and manufacturing leader that provides aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; turbochargers; and performance materials. Axalta is a leading provider of liquid and powder coatings to the automotive, transportation, general industrial, and architectural and decorative industries.
GMI adds staff member
TAYLOR MILL, Ky.—Goyer Management International (GMI) has announced that Mark Gentry has joined its staff and will assist with all of GMI's clients, including the Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI), FABTECH, and the Industrial Heating Equipment Association. Gentry will serve as CCAI's vice president of sales and education. In this role, he will be responsible for new membership development, exhibit sales and solicitation, providing information and education on energy efficiency, and much more. Goyer Management has provided management services to CCAI since 1990.
Axalta, BD Barcelona Design celebrate 40th anniversary
PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, was chosen by BD Barcelona Design, a prestigious international design group, to develop special powder coatings for the 40th anniversary of the Banco Catalano, an iconic furniture design. Axalta created powder coatings in four Natural Color System (NCS) colors in fine textured finishes to provide a completely new appearance for the Catalano. Axalta's powder coatings offer excellent performance, a wide range of colors, and beautiful finishes. Architects Lluis Clotet and Oscar Tusquets created the Banco Catalano in 1974, shortly after founding their company Barcelona Design. Clotet and Tusquets are highly regarded for their concept and design of the Catalano, and are considered revolutionaries in the realm of urban furniture design. Axalta is a leading global provider of liquid and powder coatings for automotive, transportation, general industrial, architectural, and decorative applications.
New coating nixes chromate
FARGO, N.D.—A new coating for aluminum alloys eliminates toxic hexavalent chromium while retaining its anticorrosion properties, developers say. The Cr(Vl) coatings technology was developed by the North Dakota State University Research Foundation and licensed to Elinor Specialty Coatings of Fargo, N.D. The patented magnesium-rich coatings technology protects aluminum alloys, such as those in vehicles and ship parts, or vehicles made entirely from aluminum.
The agreement gives Elinor Specialty Coatings exclusive rights to further develop and commercialize the coatings technology in marine and automotive markets. Chromium-free system primers using the technology will be marketed to military and civilian markets under the names Aluma45MTM and Aluma45ATM. The products are intended to be applied over chromium-free pretreatments or bare metal, so that hexavalent chromium is eliminated from the entire coating system.
The coatings' long-lasting protection allows longer periods between maintenance cycles, while eliminating the toxic work conditions and longterm hazmat storage dilemmas of Cr(Vl) for companies or command units. The university says the coatings may reduce costs by eliminating the need for extra controls to reduce chromate exposure and reduce weight and fuel consumption because of their lower density over chromate primers. The coatings were developed in part by previous research funding from the US Air Force Office of Scientific Research; the Center for Surface Preparation, a state Economic Development Center of Excellence at NDSU; and the Product Design Center at NDSU.
W.R. Grace pays more than $63 million to clean up hazardous waste sites
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Under its bankruptcy plan of reorganization, W.R. Grace & Co., Columbia, Md., has paid more than $63 million to the US government to resolve claims for environmental cleanups at approximately 39 sites in 21 states.
W.R. Grace's payment includes approximately $54 million for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The company agreed to pay another $9 million to other federal agencies, including the US Department of Interior and the US Army. W.R. Grace, a global supplier of specialty chemicals, and 61 affiliated companies filed for bankruptcy in April 2001. In 2003, EPA filed claims against the company to recover past and future cleanup costs at sites contaminated by asbestos and other hazardous substances. Numerous agreements to resolve the Agency's environmental liability claims against the company and its affiliates were negotiated as part of the company's bankruptcy proceedings between April 2008 and February 2013. The company continues to be responsible for all of the sites it owns or operates and for any additional sites that were not known or resolved under the earlier settlements. The payment to the EPA will reimburse cleanup costs and provide funds for future cleanup.
Department of Labor files whistleblower complaint
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Department of Labor has filed a whistleblower complaint in the US District Court for the District of Idaho against Clearwater Paper Corp. in Lewiston, Idaho, for allegedly retaliating against an employee who raised workplace safety and health concerns. The department alleges that a Clearwater Paper employee was fired in 2010 in retaliation for filing a safety complaint with OSHA's Boise Area Office. The employee was first suspended and then fired soon after OSHA conducted an inspection to assess excessive exposure to red cedar dust at Clearwater Paper's sawmill in Lewiston. This facility was later sold in 2011. The department is seeking reinstatement of the employee as well as payment of more than $300,000 in damages and fees, including back pay, compensatory damages, emotional distress damages, and punitive damages.
Section 11(c) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act prohibits employers from discharging or in any manner retaliating or discriminating against any worker for exercising their rights under the Act. These rights include filing an OSHA complaint, participating in an inspection, raising a safety and health issue with the employer or the government, or any other right afforded by the OSHA law. For more information on whistleblower statutes under OSHA's jurisdiction, visit
Spray guns boast uniform pattern
TOLEDO, Ohio—Lightweight spray guns that handle industrial coatings have been introduced by Finishing Brands, the manufacturer of Binks industrial finishing equipment. The Trophy Series spray guns are available in full size and for touchup work, feature a curved spray gun handle, and are available in various configurations. Air caps are designed to produce uniform spray patterns. The series features large stainless steel fluid passages for industrial coatings. The spray guns have a lightweight design and oversized knobs and air cap ring for easier adjustments and maintenance. A soft, smooth trigger pull was designed to reduce stress and fatigue and provide no kickback during spraying.
Scientists conduct advanced research into self-healing polymer
CHICAGO, Ill.—Self-healing material technology is not new, but scientists at the University of Illinois have moved the field a significant step forward. Their new polyurea-based polymer, made of off-the-shelf materials, heals itself repeatedly at low temperatures with no catalyst, the researchers say. What looks like tiny dog-bone-shaped gummies now could be the beginning of peel-off coatings and self-healing plastics, according to materials science and engineering professor Jianjun Cheng, graduate student Hanze Ying, and postdoctoral researcher Yanfeng Zhang. Their paper, "Dynamic Urea Bond for the Design of Reversible and Self-Healing Polymers," was recently published in the journal Nature Communications.
"We just buy commercial materials and mix them together, no fancy controls or special apparatus," says Cheng. "It's a very simple, low-cost, inexpensive process. Anybody can do this on any scale. The key advantage of using this material is that it's catalyst-free and low-temperature, and can be healed multiple times." Unlike other self-healing materials, the new product uses softer elastic materials made out of polyurea, one of the most common classes of polymers used in paints, coatings, elastics, plastics, and other consumer goods.
The polymer is made with commercially available ingredients. By tweaking the structure of the polymer's molecules, the team "can make the bonds between the molecules longer so that they can more easily pull apart and stick back together, which is the key for healing," the university says. This molecular-level rebonding, called dynamic chemistry, uses consumer materials and readily available ingredients. When the polymer is cut or torn, the researchers press the two pieces back together and let the sample sit for about a day to heal. No chemicals or catalysts are required. Furthermore, the team says, the materials can heal at room temperature, although curing at slightly higher temperatures does speed up the process. The team says the mended polymer bonds "nearly as strongly as before it was cut."
The researchers hope manufacturers can easily integrate the dynamic materials, and are exploring how the polyurea could perform in different applications. One possibility, they say, is a removable polyurethane coating or paint. "In some areas, when it's not necessary for the coating to be permanent and you want it to be removable, this chemistry may be applied to existing coating materials to make it reversible," Cheng says. "In general, polyurea and polyurethane are widely used. This chemistry could modify existing materials to make them more dynamic, healable." The research is supported by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health.
AkzoNobel extends warranty period for architectural coatings
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has announced a new and improved warranty system for its Interpon D series AAMA-compliant line of architectural coatings. Interpon D1010 series products comply with AAMA 2603 and come with a 10-year warranty. Interpon D 2000 series products are AAMA 2604 compliant and now come with a 20-year warranty, and Interpon D3000 series products are AAMA 2605 compliant and now come with a 30-year warranty. Interpon D architectural powder coatings are performance guaranteed with a full global warranty when applied to aluminum by an approved applicator. Interpon Powder Coatings is brand of AkzoNobel, a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals.
Trans-Matic Manufacturing improves safety, reduces workplace injuries
HOLLAND, Mich.—As part of the high-hazard metal stamping industry, Michigan-based Trans-Matic Manufacturing Company Inc. recognized the need to protect its workers and contacted OSHA's free Onsite Consultation Program for help developing a strong safety and health management system. With a proactive approach to worker safety, Trans-Matic has reduced its rates of OSHA recordable cases and injuries, resulting in days away from work significantly below industry averages. The company also used OSHA's online Safety Pays tool to save an estimated $172,000 a year in workers' compensation costs.
Trans-Matic develops and produces precision-engineered, deep drawn metal stampings and assemblies used for a wide variety of products and markets including builders' hardware, appliance manufacturing, plumbing materials, and HVAC components. On-site Consultation services are separate from enforcement and do not result in penalties or citations. Consultants from state agencies or universities work with employers to identify workplace hazards, provide advice on compliance with OSHA standards, and assist in establishing injury and illness prevention programs.
In April, OSHA also accepted Trans-Matic into its Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) for developing a safety and health system that provides outstanding protection for its workers. SHARP recognizes small business employers who operate an exemplary injury and illness prevention program, and acceptance of a worksite into SHARP is an achievement that singles out a worksite among its business peers as a model for worksite safety and health.
Courses: November 2014
November 4-5: Powder Coating 101 Hands-on Workshop. TCI Powder Coatings, Jacksonville, Fla. Sponsored by the Powder Coating Institute (PCI). Contact PCI at 936/597-5060; fax 936/597-5059;
November 11: Practical Course on Viscosity Measurement. Cleveland, Ohio. Also offered November 12 in Middleboro, Mass., and November 13 in Philadelphia, Pa. Offered by Brookfield Engineering Laboratories. Contact Brookfield at 800/628-8139; fax 508/946-6262;
EPA partnerships cut greenhouse gas emissions, save businesses money
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today released its annual Climate Protection Partnerships report, EPA's Office of Atmospheric Programs Climate Protection Partnerships 2012 Annual Report. The report highlights the steps more than 21,000 organizations across the United States have taken to reduce greenhouse gas pollution while achieving significant environmental and economic benefits.
"The urgency to act on climate change is clear," says Gina McCarthy, EPA administrator. "Through investments in cleaner technologies and energy-efficient practices, EPA's Climate Protection Partners show us that we can cut the harmful carbon pollution that fuels climate change and protects public health while continuing to grow a strong, sustainable economy." The achievements outlined in this report support the goals of President Obama's Climate Action Plan by cutting energy waste, encouraging energy efficiency, and saving money for American families and businesses.
EPA's climate protection programs continue to advance greenhouse gas reduction goals and deliver greater benefits each year. These benefits can only grow as more businesses, public sector institutions, households, and others adopt the practices promoted by the climate protection partnerships. All of these benefits are the result of voluntary actions by individuals, businesses, and industry.
Intech Services announces new industrial coating shop evaluation program
NEWARK, Dela.—Intech Services is proud to announce a new onsite industrial coating Shop Evaluation program, which is designed to boost operational efficiency, improve final finish quality, and offer a customized business report post-evaluation. This program is a customized, onsite shop evaluation bringing cutting edge, state-of-the-art research, information, and industry recommendations.
During the evaluation, Intech will observe and identify quality improvements in coating techniques, shop efficiency, and effectiveness of the equipment used in shop processes. Having an experienced, fresh set of eyes assessing shop processes will allow for improvements, identify opportunities to enhance business practices, and create growth for an industrial coating shop. There is minimal business interruption and no shut down needed. An analysis with observations and recommendations on specific shop processes is completed, and a customized business report is produced post-evaluation. Everyone from management to spray technicians will benefit from this evaluation and information. Intech has over 20 years of experience with fluoropolymer finishes and application processes. For more information about the program, visit
US Supreme Court rules no pay for donning PPE
GARY, Ind.—Donning and doffing personal protective equipment and getting to and from the worksite are a normal part of a worker's day and do not merit extra pay, the US Supreme Court unanimously declared. In a ruling released recently, the high court sided with US Steel in a collection case by workers seeking back pay for time spent "donning and doffing" PPE that the company requires at its steel plants. In Sandifer et al v. United States Steel Corp., Clifton Sandifer and coworkers at the company's Gary Works subsidiary in Indiana claimed that they spent up to 2 hours getting ready for work—time that the workers said should be compensated under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
The workers contended that putting on protective gear is not the same as "changing clothes" and should be a separately compensated activity. The workers pinned their case on a 1949 amendment to the FLSA that allowed that some instances of changing clothes and washing before and after work (at mine portals, for example) consumed enough unpaid time that the issue could be part of a collective bargaining agreement. In the US Steel case, however, the justices affirmed all of the lower court rulings that viewed donning PPE and cleanup as an integral and brief part of the workers' day.
Artistic Plating changes name to Advanced Plating Technologies
MILWAUKEE, Wis.—Artistic Plating has changed its company name to Advanced Plating Technologies. "The name Artistic Plating has not accurately represented who we are as a company for some time," says Matthew Lindstedt, technical sales manager. "Artistic Plating was originally founded in 1948, and at that time the name was representative of the company's decorative finishing work that was a large part of the company's business until the late 1990s." Lindstedt says that over the past decade Artistic Plating has been undergoing significant changes in finishing capabilities, markets serviced, and strategic focus. The company has now shifted to a technically oriented, problem solving metal finishing job shop that is focused on providing metal finishing solutions within a range of demanding sectors.
Willful citation issued in PPG worker's death
PITTSBURGH, Pa.—Federal authorities are accusing PPG Industries of willful and serious safety lapses in the death of a worker last summer at its facility in Barberton, Ohio. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed fines totaling $69,000 in the death of Wendy Breiding, 51, of Barberton, Ohio, who became entangled in an unprotected spindle winder on a paper rolling machine at the plant on July 15, 2013.
PPG Barberton Specialty Chemicals Plant produces optical casting resins, design silicas used in paints and other products, and printable materials for a wide variety of applications. The Barberton plant began operation in 1900 as the Pittsburgh-based company's first chemicals site, producing soda ash for glassmaking operations. The facility employs about 160 people, and the company has about 39,000 employees worldwide.
OSHA issued one willful citation alleging failure to ensure that machine guarding was in place to protect the operator and nearby employees. A willful violation, OSHA's highest level of infraction, is one committed with intentional, knowing or voluntary disregard for, or plain indifference to, employee safety and health. The agency also issued two serious citations alleging failure in other areas of the facility. A serious violation reflects the substantial probability or death or serious injury from a hazard about which the employer knew or should have known.
PPG says it has been cooperating fully with OSHA and local authorities on this matter. The company announced in November that it had invested more than $9 million to expand the Barberton facility, to begin making organic light-emitting diode (OLED) products.
AGA unveils inspection app
AGA unveils inspection app CENTENNIAL, Colo.—A new picture-based app offers inspectors, architects and engineers a clear visual guide to surface conditions and other critical information when evaluating hot dip galvanized steel. The app, developed by the American Galvanizers Association (AGA), aims to assist professionals "who may be unfamiliar with the specific outcomes of the galvanizing process with a visual example of a surface condition similar to one they are viewing for their particular project," according to Philip Rahrig, AGA executive director. Each image in the app is accompanied by text identifying the industry term for the surface appearance, detailing how and why it occurs, and noting whether or not it is accepted according to the specification. The app also contains critical specification (ASTM, ISO, AASHTO) information to assess compliance with coating thickness requirements, as well as information on how to conduct repairs. The app is available for purchase in both the Apple and Google Play stores and through AGA at
. Founded in 1933, AGA is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to serving the needs of after-fabrication galvanizers, fabricators, architects, specifiers, and engineers.
OSHA releases new resources to better protect workers from hazardous chemicals
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Each year in the US, tens of thousands of workers are made sick or die from occupational exposures to the thousands of hazardous chemicals that are used in workplaces every day. The US Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has launched two new web resources to assist companies with keeping their workers safe.
While many chemicals are suspected of being harmful, OSHA's exposure standards are out-of-date and inadequately protective for the small number of chemicals that are regulated in the workplace. The first resource OSHA has created is a toolkit to identify safer chemicals that can be used in place of more hazardous ones. This toolkit walks employers and workers step-by-step through information, methods, tools and guidance to either eliminate hazardous chemicals or on make informed substitution decisions in the workplace by finding a safer chemical, material, product or process. The toolkit is available at
OSHA also created another new web resource: the Annotated Permissible Exposure Limits, or annotated PEL tables, which will enable employers to voluntarily adopt newer, more protective workplace exposure limits. OSHA's PELs set mandatory limits on the amount or concentration of a substance in the air to protect workers against the health effects of certain hazardous chemicals; and OSHA will continue to enforce those mandatory PELs. Since OSHA's adoption of the majority of its PELs more than 40 years ago, new scientific data, industrial experience, and developments in technology clearly indicate that in many instances these mandatory limits are not sufficiently protective of workers' health. The annotated PEL tables are available at
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Bradenton tourism director resigns
Date: June 25, 2009
by: The Observer Staff
Larry White, executive director of the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, stepped down from his position on the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors this week.
Serving as a board member under five Florida governors, White was appointed to the then Florida Tourism Advisory Council by Hon. Bob Graham. He began his tourism career in 1979 and has served as executive director of the Bradenton Area CVB for more than 16 years.
"It is time for me to step down from the board and let a new generation of tourism experts lead the way, but I will remain very involved in promoting Florida tourism," White said. "This change will allow me to focus my efforts on growing the Bradenton area's tourism product, which will continue to include participation in VISIT FLORIDA's numerous programs and advertising, marketing and public relations opportunities."
The board of directors comprises 48 tourism industry experts and VISIT FLORIDA partners from the private sector who work directly with VISIT FLORIDA executive staff to guide the organization's strategy.
"Larry's wisdom, wealth of tourism experience and industry insight has always proven invaluable to our team," said Richard Goldman, chair of the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors. "We're all richer for having shared so many years with Larry on our board, and I look forward to seeing the Bradenton Area CVB continue to thrive under his direction."
The Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau promotes tourism to Florida's Gulf Islands including Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch, through domestic and international advertising, public relations and marketing efforts. For more information, call 729-9177, Ext. 231 or visit
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The six-toed Hemingway cats of Key WestNovember 25, 2014 | Heidi
KEY WEST – Rita Hayworth lounges on a bed. Tony Bennett curls up on a chair. Harry Truman suns himself on the front porch. Howard Hughes snoozes by a bench. And Dorian Gray hangs out somewhere around the bushes.
These cats are free to go wherever their want in the Hemingway House because it is their home. They are special cats and as many people probably come to see them as come to view the Key West place where renowned author Ernest Hemingway used to live and write.
They are the famous six-toed Hemingway cats.
"They are all descendants of Snowball, the original six-toed cat," said guide Mary Jane. "We have 44 cats today and they lead a very good life."
It all started, Mary Jane said, when an old sea captain gave Hemingway his six-toed fluffy white cat named Snowball. "Ernest Hemingway admired that cat so when the captain left town, he gave the cat to him," Mary Jane said.
Seafaring legend has it that polydactyl cats (those with extra toes) bring a bounty of good luck. "Hemingway was a very superstitious man. He believed he needed all the good luck he could get," Mary Jane said.
The Hemingway cats themselves seem to be quite lucky. "They have really good care here," Mary Jane said. "The vet comes once a week to check on them … Our cats have an average life span of 18 to 21 years."
The Hemingway tradition of naming cats after famous people has continued and the cats respond to their unique names. "They know when we are calling them and they come if they want to," Mary Jane said with a laugh.
It might help, I noted, that guides and caretakers often carry kitty treats that the alert cats can sense no matter where they are.
Story and photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch
The 'Pole Flying Dance' in Cozumel, MexicoNovember 17, 2014 | Heidi
COZUMEL, Mexico – The five costumed men danced around the tall wooden pole. After tying ropes around their waists, the dancers climbed to the top of the pole. Once seated on platforms at the top, the dancers looked at each other, gave some kind of signal and then four of them flung themselves backwards.
The cruise ship crowd gathered below gave an audible gasp. The dancers dangled upside down going round and round the pole until they finally reached the ground.
The fifth dancer stayed atop the pole on a platform playing flute and drum as the dancers descended to loud applause.
"I saw it on TV but it is much more exciting to see in person," said Marilyn Anderson of Florida. "No way would I do that."
The Mexican Pole Dancers is a popular performance when cruise ships dock in Cozumel. Many of the tours offered as shore excursions include a chance to see the dance and tip the daring dancers.
The Danza de los Voladores (Dance of the Flyers) or Palo Volador (Pole Flying) is an ancient ritual still performed in a modified form in various parts of Mexico.
According to one tale, the dance was originally created to ask the gods to end a severe drought. Supposedly, the dance was done, rain did fall, the drought ended and crops grew again.
The ceremony has been named an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO to help the ritual survive in the modern world.
Story and photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch
WOW! From Royal Caribbean InternationalNovember 6, 2014 | Heidi
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Prices are per person, cruise only, based on double occupancy, and in US dollars. Valid for new reservations only. Canceling and rebooking is subject to current rates and promotions. Not combinable with any other offers. Offers are subject to availability can be withdrawn at any time. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. Air: Checked air bag fees could be up to $150. More details here http://crowncruisevacations.com/email/2014/11_06_14/index.html?utm_source=11_06_14&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=webpage
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Cruise Ship Trivia: Can You Name the Godmother of the Royal Princess?October 22, 2014 | Heidi
The Royal Princess cruise ship made world-wide headlines when the vessel was christened in June 2013. Announcing the godmother for a new vessel is always an important step and definitely a newsworthy one.
But the announcement of the new Royal Princess godmother caused quite a stir. Seems that almost everything this young lady does prompts news reports.
The naming of a ship is a tradition thousands of years old. The ritual marks the birth of a vessel and asks for a blessing of good fortune and safety for the ship and its passengers and crew.
The tradition of naming a ship godmother also is time honored. A godmother is the symbolic patron or sponsor of the ship through its entire life and symbolizes the spirit of the vessel. In the mid-19th century, it became customary for a woman of distinction to be selected for the godmother honor.
Princess Cruises has a history of illustrious godmothers for past ships, including Diana Princess of Wales (who named the first Royal Princess in 1984), Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, Dame Margaret Thatcher and Olivia de Havilland.
For a bit of cruise ship trivia, see if you can name the godmother for the Royal Princess.
Don't look at the answer below until you have formulated your own. A hint – this was the last public appearance for the obviously pregnant godmother who gave birth a month later to her own royal baby.
(Answer) The wife of England's Prince William, Kate Middleton, is godmother of the Royal Princess. Quite appropriate, don't you think?
Kate is following in the footsteps of another very high-profile woman. Her late mother-in-law, Diana Princess of Wales named the first Royal Princess in 1984.
With all the pomp and ceremony befitting such a royal occasion, The Duchess of Cambridge officially launched the new Royal Princess cruise ship. "I name this ship Royal Princess," The Duchess pronounced. "May God bless her and all who sail in her."
The Duchess then released a gigantic bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne that smashed against the ship's hull. "We can think of no more fitting godmother for our magnificent new Royal Princess," Alan Buckelew, Princess Cruises' president and CEO, said at the time.
"Her Royal Highness is an inspiring ambassador for Britain – with whom Princess Cruises shares strong ties – and she is admired around the world for her style and grace. We're so honored she accepted our invitation to become godmother to our new ship."
The 3,600-passenger Royal Princess is a "new-generation ship" for Princess Cruises. Among the special features found on board is a dramatic multi-story atrium serving as the social hub of the ship offering a host of dining and entertainment options; an over-water SeaWalk, a top-deck glass-bottomed walkway extending 28 feet beyond the edge of the ship; plush private poolside cabanas that appear to be floating on water; the new Princess Live! television studio; the largest pastry shop at sea; a special Chef's Table Lumiere, a private dining experience that surrounds diners in a curtain of light; and balconies on all outside staterooms.
At 141,000 tons, the Royal Princess is the ninth largest cruise ship at sea and the largest ever for Princess.
Story by Jackie Sheckler Finch
An S.S. Legacy river cruise guided by a Banjo-playing captainOctober 13, 2014 | Heidi
ABOARD THE S.S. LEGACY - When Kevin Martin was a boy growing up in Missouri, his childhood ambition was to become a marine biologist or an archaeologist or maybe a doctor.
In a way, he has become all three.
"As a ship captain, I get to do a bit of all of those things," Martin said.
Although he spent his childhood in St. Joseph, Missouri, Martin developed a yearn for distant waterways. "In college, I went on a sailboat and fell in love with it," he said.
Of course, another famous Missourian also shared river travels with the world. Samuel Clemens, writing under the pen name Mark Twain, grew up in Hannibal, Missouri.
With a business degree from Graceland University, Martin discovered Un-Cruise Adventures and has been with the company for 10 years. A naturalist and certified interpretive guide, he spent more than six years as an expedition leader in Alaska, helping develop the company's active adventures itineraries. He is now captain of the S.S. Legacy.
"Life is about gathering skills because you never know what you will be able to do," he said. "You can never know what the future might hold."
At first, Martin says, his parents were not too gung-ho about seeing their only son go to sea. Martin also has an older sister who lives in Virginia. "Now my parents gauge my happiness at what I do and that's what is most important to them," he said, adding that his parents are now cruiser themselves.
Martin and his wife, Kendra, also a ship's captain for Un-Cruise Adventures, live on a 50-foot trawler in Seattle. He works six weeks on and two weeks off for Un-Cruise Adventures. "There is a lot that goes into a trip like this," he said. "A lot of details."
On our cruise, the captain seems to be everywhere. Each day, as we depart for our adventures, he is on deck to see us off. When we return, the captain is there to greet us.
Passing through the multiple locks on our journey – I think we will be going through 14 locks but that could be a few more or less – the captain is there. "The locks are a real bonding thing for the mates," he said with a laugh.
A self-taught banjo player, Captain Martin also joins in for Open Mic Night and other entertainment on our cruise. As he says, one of the great joys of working on the S. S. Legacy is getting to meet the passengers on each voyage.
"A cruise is always a really nice time to connect with people," he said. "It is very humbling to all of us that you would choose to spend a week of your precious time with us."
Story and photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch
Cruise Ship Trivia: MSC Divina's godmother… can you name her?October 8, 2014 | Heidi
It's been a longstanding tradition for ships to have godmothers, a symbolic patron or sponsor through the ship's life. The godmother symbolizes the spirit of the vessel.
In the mid-19th century, it became customary for a woman of distinction to be selected for the ship godmother honor.
If you've seen the MSC Divina, you know she is a beauty. But do you know who was chosen to be her godmother?
For a bit of cruise ship trivia, see if you can name the well-know godmother who launched this ship in May 2012. The age-old naming of a ship marks the birth of a vessel and asks for a blessing of good fortune and safety for the ship and its passengers and crew.
Don't look at the answer below until you have formulated yours. As a hint, the MSC Divina godmother turned 80 years old on Sept. 20. She certainly doesn't look it.
(Answer) If you said legendary actress Sophia Loren, you are right. And if you are lucky, maybe you can book the Sophia Loren Suite, Room 16007 on the MSC Divina, for a cruise.
The suite was designed by Loren herself. I didn't get to stay there but I did see it, really a beauty. Located within the Divina's famous "ship within a ship" – the MSC Yacht Club – the suite has a rich luxurious red sofa and chairs, plus a lush red carpet topped by a swirly figured carpet in the living room.
Situated far forward on the ship, the suite has balcony openings from both the bedroom and the living room. A bottle of champagne was cooling in a bucket when I was there, with two glasses ready for a toast.
The bed has a plush red headboard, white bedcovers with a red fabric throw on the bottom of the bed and red pillows for accents. A replica of the special dressing table used in Sophia Loren's own dressing room has been fitted for an extra touch of glamour.
My favorite décor items are the stunning black-and-white photographs of Loren's most memorable movie roles decorating the walls. Movie buffs will love that, especially the one of Loren hoisting her honorary Oscar in 1991. She also won a 1962 Academy Award for best actress in Two Women.
In the Yacht Club Library, you can browse through a selection of Sophia Loren's favorite novels. I think it would be fun to read the same 20 classics that sparked her imagination. Books often reveal something about the person who cherishes them so it might be possible to discover a little more about one of the greatest cinematic legends of all time.
Story and photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch
7 Reasons to Book a Family Holiday Cruise Now…Before They Sell Out!September 16, 2014 | Heidi
Here are 7 reasons to consider a family holiday cruise this year:
1. Truly festive atmosphere – After Thanksgiving, the cruise lines get in the holiday spirit by decorating their ships from bow to stern. Some cruise lines spend in excess of $100,000 annually on holiday decorations. Christmas trees, lights, garlands and even artificial snow bring the festive season alive at sea. Hanukkah customs and celebrations also are observed. Religious services of all types are often held aboard.
2. Special guests – Christmas-time cruises would not be complete without guest appearances from Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elf friends. They make appearances on many ships during the holiday season in the spirit of fun and relaxation leading up to Christmas Day. As expected, Santa's bag of goodies is full for the kids on board.
3. New Year's fun – Ringing in the New Year is a splash aboard a cruise ship. Elaborate parties take place at sea for people of all ages and tastes. Special food, entertainment, toasts, party favors and more make the night memorable. For sports fans, many of the cruise lines offer special all-day tailgate parties to watch New Year's Day football.
4. True relaxation – Leave the hustle and bustle (and accompanying stress) of the holidays behind and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere with the family on a cruise vacation. There is no better way to spend an afternoon in December than lying poolside while sailing across the ocean, or snorkeling through a secluded reef on a cruise line private island.
5. Unique gifts – A cruise vacation is one holiday gift that will be truly appreciated. Plus, there is interesting shopping onboard the ship (The Jackie Kennedy Jewelry Collection on board the Golden Princess is quite reasonable and very beautiful) and in various ports. Special shipping arrangements can be made to get the gifts home. If Santa is going to visit the kids, the cruise lines recommend small token gifts that are easy to hide and transport. Leave big gifts at home to open before or after the trip and remember not to wrap presents before you stow them in your luggage, as they may need to be opened for security reasons.
6. No snow –- A holiday cruise is ideal for people looking for a change of scenery as colder weather moves in at home. With Caribbean temperatures in the low 80s during this time of year, the closest you'll come to cold weather on a cruise ship is the air conditioning. (Some ships do feature snow falling in the ship's atrium, but it is manmade and wonderfully designed to melt before hitting the floor.)
7. Great food- Nobody goes hungry on a cruise vacation, especially during the holidays. A variety of eats are available 24/7. Cruise menus fit the season, with world-class chefs preparing traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas meals, plus special kosher foods during Hanukkah. There are no shortages of gingerbread, cookies, pies and other deserts. Even better… you don't do the cooking!
Holiday Sailings for your familySeptember 15, 2014 | Heidi
Cruise vacations offer holiday sailings plus kid-specific programs, all within the inescapable confines of the cruise ship, allowing families to enjoy the holidays in a relaxed and fun freedom, says Crown Cruise Vacations President Ross Spalding.
There are a number of outstanding sailings for families. The specialists at Crown Cruise Vacations offer these sailings as examples of cruises to choose from for a high-seas family holiday:
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise on the Royal Caribbean International Brilliance of the Seas
sailing Nov. 27, 2014, or sailing Dec. 20, 2014: round-trip Tampa, Fla., with stops in Cozumel, Mexico; with two days at sea.
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean International's Brilliance of the Seas
sailing Dec. 24, 2014: round-trip Tampa, Fla., with stops in George Town, Grand Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico; with two days at sea.
3-Night Bahamas Cruise on the Disney Dream, sailing Nov. 28, 2014: round trip Port Canaveral, Fla., with stops in Nassau, Bahamas; and private island Castaway Cay.
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise on the Disney Wonder, sailing Dec. 21, 2014; round trip Miami, Fla., with stops at Cozumel, Mexico; and Castaway Cay; with two days at sea.
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Keeping track of passengers with the S.S. Legacy magnet boardAugust 27, 2014 | Heidi
ABOARD THE S.S. LEGACY - In keeping with its 1900s theme, the S.S. Legacy has a simple way to keep track of passengers who are ashore and those who are aboard.
Each time we leave the Legacy for a shore excursion, we look for our cabin number on a large magnetic board and move our little magnet from the "aboard" column to the "ashore" column.
If there are two of us sharing a cabin, there are, of course, two magnets – one for each passenger. One person might go ashore and the other might not.
When we return to the Legacy, we move our little magnet again. The board also has a separate list for crew members.
Does it work? "We've never left anyone behind," said Julie Kehr, assistant heritage leader on the Legacy. "There is usually a crew member around to remind you to move your magnet when you're coming or going."
On larger ships, the tracking system is usually done via computer. When passengers leave a ship for a shore visit, each passenger slides a personalized cruise ID card through a machine. A crew member is always there to make sure no one leaves the ship without sliding the card.
Upon return, a passenger goes through a security check and slides the personalized cruise card again.
At boarding at the beginning of every cruise, passengers on the large vessels have their photos taken and are given a cabin cruise key must like a credit card. The "key" is used to enter the passenger's cabin as well as to exit the ship (and often to charge important items aboard ship, such as cold cocktails or beer). That way, the computer knows who is aboard and who is ashore, as well as what that person looks like.
Does that work? A carnival cruise director told me it is an excellent system but there are sometimes still cruisers who are having so much fun ashore that they lose track of time.
If passengers are not back at the well-publicized time that the ship is set to leave, those tardy passengers are on their own. Sure wouldn't be fun to have to find a way to get to the next destination where the cruise ship is due to dock.
Story and photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch
Cruise Ship Trivia: It's a Whale of a TailAugust 20, 2014 | Heidi
If you've cruised the ocean wide, you've probably seen that tall "whale tail" decorating ships belonging to a famous cruise line. The red, white and blue funnel with fins on both sides is both decorative and useful.
For a bit of cruise ship trivia, do you know what cruise line uses the distinctive tail atop its ships? A hint – the name is often associated with clowns, appropriate enough because the cruise line's vessels are often known as "The Fun Ships."
Don't look at the answer below until you have formulated yours.
If you recognize it, congratulations. If not, might be time to book a fun ship cruise.
(Answer) The "Whale-Tail" is a funnel design used on Carnival cruise ships. It is actually a Carnival patent.
The wings are functional as well as eye-catching. Made of a fiber glass composite, the wings are designed to help direct the flow of exhaust gases from the diesel engines, generators and other equipment. The wings direct the exhaust flow away from and over the aft decks and fun-loving passengers.
The first Carnival whale tail appeared on the new ship Tropicale launched in 1982. It is said that longtime Carnival designer Joe Farcus created the unusual funnel.
Called "The World's Most Popular Cruise Line," Carnival now has 24 ships with the company's 25th, the Carnival Vista, scheduled to enter service in 2016.
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