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When it needed to automate the assembly of a moulded plastic spigot, an automotive parts manufacturer asked industrial automation expert ALPHR Technology to devise a solution that would be cost effective, compact, reliable and easy to maintain. After carefully analysing the application, the ALPHR Technology team concluded that an approach based on an Omron SCARA robot, used in conjunction with a vision system and other automation products from Omron, would be the best way to meet these requirements.
A specialist in the design and production of precision injection-moulded parts for the automotive industry, the customer had, for some time, been supplying injection-moulded spigots to an automobile manufacturer. In the past, assembly of the spigots had been a largely manual process, but when an increase in demand for the spigots meant the need for an additional production line, the company decided to investigate the possibility of automated assembly.
In essence, the assembly process involves fitting four compression limiters of two different sizes to the spigot. The limiters have to be accurately positioned and pressed into place to a precisely defined depth. Once fitted, they have to be retained with a specified force. The final stage of the process is to carry out a leak test on the completed spigot assembly to verify not only that the limiters have been fitted correctly, but also to check the integrity of the part itself.
After detailed discussions, the team from ALPHR Technology proposed a machine with a PLC-controlled rotary assembly station, which would produce one finished part every 20 seconds. Just one operator would be needed, loading the parts into the machine, with all other operations performed automatically, including inspection, testing and the delivery of the finished parts to pass and fail bins.
ALPHR Technology gave considerable thought to the details of the machine, and ultimately concluded that a machine using conventional multi-axis pick-and-place technology would be complicated to design and build, inflexible, and ultimately difficult to maintain. A solution based on an Omron SCARA robot would, however, solve all of these problems as well as addressing a requirement for the machine to have the smallest possible footprint.
Financially attractive
Further, a careful costing of the machine, taking into account not only the cost of equipment and materials, but also the cost of design and construction, revealed the chosen approach to be significantly more financially attractive. These factors made the SCARA robot very interesting but, while the customer is a long-time user of large multi-axis robots, it had no previous experience of SCARA robots. Before making a substantial investment in the new machine, therefore, the company understandably looked for assurance that it would perform as predicted.
Application engineers from Omron provided this assurance by using sophisticated software to emulate the operation of the proposed assembly machine. This not only confirmed that the principle of operation of the machine was sound, but also that the required cycle times and efficiencies could be easily achieved. With its questions answered and concerns dispelled by this demonstration, the customer gave the go-ahead for the project.
As built, the spigot assembly machine works on a part that the operator has manually loaded into one of the 'nests' in the machine's rotary assembly table. A pneumatic cylinder pushes the part fully home and then the table indexes. Next, the robot takes the four compression limiters, one at a time, from vibratory feeders and places them into the part.
Two Omron FQ vision sensors confirm that the limiters are all present and correctly positioned, and then the table indexes again, moving the part to a station where the limiters are inserted with pneumatic cylinders, and then a force push out test is carried out by applying a precisely controlled force.
The table indexes once more to bring the part to the final station where it is pressurised and tested for leakage. Depending on the results of the test, the part is transferred either to the pass bin or the fail bin, the latter being kept behind a locked door within the machine to ensure that defective parts can never be accidentally mixed with good products. Passed and failed parts are automatically counted, and the machine notifies the operator when the bins are ready to be emptied.
Paul Bridgwater of ALPHR Technology says: "Understandably, as this was the company's first machine with a SCARA robot, they kept a close eye on this project, so I'm delighted to say that it went very smoothly. Programming the robot was straightforward and it worked 'straight out of the box', as did the vision system, and all of the other key automation components supplied by Omron."
The new spigot assembly machine has now been working on site for several months, and is fully living up to expectations. While, as planned, the rate of production of the new machine is not substantially different from that of the manual assembly line, the percentage of reject parts is much reduced, as the dependable robotic placement of the compression limiters and the 100 per cent inspection by the vision sensors make it virtually impossible for incorrectly assembled parts to go forward to the final testing stage.
For more information about Omron's SCARA robot technology, please visit their website at www.industrial.omron.co.uk/.


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I have figured out you're a good cook! Please include how many waffles this recipe makes. Same for other recipes please.
My new favourite Eggs Benedict Recipe
by Cathy Kirkham
We love going out for breakfast but after making this new recipe Chez Kirkham may be our go-to restaurant in the morning!
I love savoury waffles and this recipe was easy to make. It can be done ahead of time and re-heated to save time.
We topped the waffles with sauteed spinach, poached eggs, and drizzled them with Sussex Valley Hollandaise sauce (found in our grocery aisle) which is a tasty shortcut to this meltingly good breakfast.
Green Onion Waffles
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp yellow cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups Reids Buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup finely chopped green onion
- (you can also add 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese)
Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Whisk the melted butter, buttermilk and eggs together and add to the flour mixture. Stire just until blended, the stir in green onions (and optional cheese if using.)
Preheat waffle maker, lightly grease. Add recommended amount of batter to hot waffle griddle and cook according to manufacturer's instructions, about 4-6 minutes. Remove and plate with sauteed spinach, poached eggs and warm Hollandaise sauce.
Very tasty!!!!
The waffle recipe makes 8-10 waffles which will serve 4 people.

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Caravan of Dreams closed September 29, 2001
As you relax and listen to Craig Chaquico repeat a familiar story when introducing one of his songs, can you visualize a gathering of the tribes around their campfires? As his fingers dance upon the frets of an acoustic guitar, can you imagine eagles dancing on the fingertips of the flames as they soar higher into the sky, where the spirits roam?
Imagine an evening with that very special companion at your side, as you are wrapped in a soul embrace created by the sax magic of Richard Elliot. Together you are immersed into a myriad of sounds that sweep you into the deep blue as you hear dolphins alone at sea. The evening progresses into the soulful midnight passion of what it feels like when a man loves a woman...going weak at the knees with his very last trembling breath barely escaping his tenor sax and hugging the floor, as well as his audience.
Those were the days. THAT was Caravan of Dreams. Yes, that was where I was at...there is no other place in Fort Worth that would begin to compare to the jewel that began the rebirth and revitalization of the area that is now Sundance Square.
Some time ago, I was having a very enjoyable dinner. A delicious appetizer of bacon-wrapped shrimp was followed by a flavorful filet that was cooked perfectly to my tastes. THAT was Reata. Or, was it Angeluna, or Del Frisco's? Well, had it not been for the view, it could've been any of many excellent restaurants in the Fort Worth area. It was Reata.
With no disrespect toward the owner and staff of what is unquestionably a fine restaurant, the Reata is nonetheless nothing unique in the same sense as is true of Caravan of Dreams. When the tornado blew out the flaming grills of Reata, who would have guessed that it would ultimately suck the life out of Caravan of Dreams as well? Initially unscathed, the demise of a great music venue with the reputation of being one of this country's top jazz showplaces is now upon us.
Although Brave Combo was truly the last band to perform a concert of demise at Caravan of Dreams, it was Richard Elliot's performance that I considered the grand finale for a club whose roots are in the jazz and blues genre. Some of my favorite performances were those of the "Guitars, Saxes, and More" series that made the rounds through Fort Worth and introduced me to the likes of Richard Elliot, Craig Chaquico, Peter White (who has a tribute album called "Caravan of Dreams"), Rick Braun, Marc Antoine, the late Grover Washington Jr., and so many other excellent musicians.
Now there is no place in Fort Worth where the same intimate relationship between the audience and the artist can be established. Some say that the Bass Hall will still provide an outlet for such musicians. I say, that's a load of nonsense from someone who doesn't fully appreciate the music or the musicians. In a performance at the Bass Hall, Kirk Whalum performed a solo acoustic song on his saxophone that brilliantly showed off the hall's excellent acoustics. Returning to his band with electronic amplifiers, guitars, and such, the remainder of the performance was enjoyable but totally lacking in the ambiance and style that would be afforded the same performance at Caravan of Dreams. The Bass Hall is wonderful for ballet, opera, symphonies, musicals, and other arts events that cater best to large audiences and which have greater staging demands. As made evident by Kirk Whalum's acoustic solo, I'd also really enjoy seeing purely acoustic (non-electronic) performances showcased at the Bass Hall. But, let's not sacrifice cozy, intimate performances just for the sake of higher-dollar productions and paying for a new building, please?
In early August 2001, Jerry Thompson, Caravan of Dreams president, expressed a comment to despise as he said "This place holds a lot of passion for a lot of people, but we're not bringing someone in that the community is not equally passionate about. People are as passionate about Reata as they are about Caravan of Dreams". That Mr. Thompson can compare another good restaurant to a unique music venue with such an attitude as seems to be implied here, it is no wonder that the city will suffer seeing the closure of Caravan of Dreams. I wrote Mr. Thompson last year when I first heard rumors of the closing of Caravan of Dreams. He impressed me with how quickly he replied and with words that seemed to echo his own recognition of what a great asset Caravan of Dreams is to Fort Worth. My only conclusion from more recent comments I've read is that everything boils down to one issue...the bottom dollar. I also wonder if the construction of the Bass Hall isn't a large factor here...the investors and supporters want to steer events into the Bass Hall, even when another venue is much more appropriate.
Good restaurants, even great ones, are easily found throughout the metroplex. While the numbers are fewer in Fort Worth than in Dallas, we still have far more good restaurants than we do good nightclubs. Among restaurants in Fort Worth, the cuisine is quite varied. Among nightclubs? What is variety? Let's all put on our cowboy boots and hats and forget that there is something other than country & western music to enjoy. I'm not saying C&W is a bad thing at all, and I enjoy it on occasion, but what about variety?
Whether the number of letters about Caravan of Dreams closing number one or one thousand, I wonder if any of them would be enough to convince the powers that be to preserve one of the city's treasures? Most likely not. It's a shame when the bottom dollar takes such a priority as to result in the loss of a venue with the established national reputation of Caravan of Dreams.
I read a letter to the editor of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram where someone offered the idea of moving the Caravan of Dreams over to the Lancaster Street area, in the vicinity of the new train station. Initially, I thought that sounded like a reasonably good idea. But, can I offer a better one? Leave Caravan of Dreams where it is and move Reata out to the train station. Maybe good restaurants are needed in that area.
Meanwhile, all I can say is hello Terilli's, hello Sambuca, hello Broadway Jazz Cafe, etc. That is, hello Dallas, would you like some of my money? See ya' later Fort Worth.
AMBRESS, Sept. 28, 2001


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Turkey offers a wealth of different kinds of destinations to travelers. Here you can find information about the best places to stay and visit in Turkey, Top destinations in Turkey and the main cities to enjoy your Turkey Tours.
Constantinople, the center of the Byzantine Empire which lasted over a thousand years, later became Istanbul, the capital of the Ottoman Empire for almost 500 years. The city is a mixture of Europe and Asia, a unique urban composition. A stroll around Sultanahmet, inside the city walls, among mosques, museums, and the Great Bazaar is a trip through both history and daily life.
Turkey's unmissable value lies in the essence of the diversity of its culture and people. Every region and city has its own structured and defined character in life.
Fethiye, is a district of Muğla Province with a typical Mediterranean climate. The weather is hot and dry in the summer and mild and rainy in the winter.
Cappadocia, which means "land of beautiful horses,"in Persian language, has been the hub of many civilizations and a gigantic shelter and center for Christians who fled from the Roman Empire during the Hittite period and hid in the houses and churches carved inside of rocks.
A magnificent historical site located on the eastern Taurus mountain range and the 8th Wonder of the World bearing the most valuable monuments of the Kingdom of Commagene.
Shaped by the hand of nature and extant since the ancient times, Pamukkale is one of the world's most outstanding legacies.
Founded by the Ionians and formerly known by the name Neopolis, Kusadası has been the cradle of culture and art throughout centuries.
Ephesus; one of the most important regions of Izmir and Turkey and the most famous Greek city of the ancient times with a heritage dating back to 6 thousand BC.
Bodrum is one of the magnificent bays of Muğla and among the most beautiful areas of the Aegean region. It offers different beauties to its visitors in every season.
A splendid holiday resort with a history dating back to 12 thousand BC, surrounded by a lush green forests of pine trees and the deep blue sea stretching in front of it, Marmaris bedazzles its visitors also with its splendid marina.
One of the most amazing corners of Antalya the shining star of the Mediterranean and among the most crucial port cities of antiquity, Side is an irresistible holiday resort
Sümela Manastırı; Panagia Soumela, "Virgin Mary of Soumela" in Greek, is a spectacular rock-hewn monastery perched dramatically on the narrow ledge of a steep cliff in the forests south of Trabzon.
Named originally Cyssus in the ancient time, the name of the location was eventually changed to Çeşme due to the cold and delicious water resources in the region. Know more!
A district of Muğla province blessed with Turkey's most beautiful seaside resorts, Dalaman welcomes its guest with numerous vacation opportunities and a sunny weather throughout the year.
- The currency of Turkey is the Liera. The value of the Liera is effectively fixed at the rate of .19 Li to 1 USD, Credit cards are widely used in Turkey and through Memphis Tours Turkey.
- Service charges that have been included on your bill go to the restaurant, not the waiter. Be sure to tip the servers 10% in addition by handing it to them directly.
- Turkish is the official language, English is widely used as second language.
- Pastırmalı Kuru Fasulye (white kidney bean with pastirma)
- Visit the beautiful Hagia Sophia Museum and Topkapi museum.
- Admire the beautiness of Grand and Spice Bazaar in Istanbul.
- See the beautiful architecture of the Halicarnassus of Turkey and the Underground Cities.
- Istanbul Galata Mawlawi House.
- Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.
- Istanbul Museum of Modern Art.
- Rahmi Koc Museum Turkey.


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What happens when technological environments change?
By Donna J. Jodhan
Whenever change occurs, there is always something that is bound to go wrong
for the first while but when this pertains to the environment for a blind
person, it is even more challenging. In the case of the workplace, this
often leads to high levels of frustration for everyone involved. Especially
so for the blind employee.
Think of it like this. One morning, the blind employee comes into work and
is told that their system is going to be upgraded and as a result, it would
mean that their access technology and computer hardware will also have to be
upgraded in order that they can work with the system wide upgrade.
The blind employee knows only too well what is going to come next. As soon
as the system wide upgrade is completed, certain challenges will need to be
overcome. They are not looking forward to this occurrence because they know
only too well that for the next few weeks at least, their production and
frustration levels are going to rise appreciably.
They seek to gently remind their superiors of this but the latter reassures
them that all will be well and that their fears are probably not going to be
realized. However, the blind employee knows better and all that they can do
is to wait for the shoe to drop so to speak. It turns out that more often
than not, the blind employee's fears are realized. Here is what happens.
The version of the software that the blind employee has been using up until
the system wide upgrade no longer functions adequately to allow them to be
The new hardware that has been installed is unable to work properly with the
existing access technology software.
The blind employee is unable to navigate new screens in a meaningful way.
Certain parts of the system are now inaccessible.
The blind employee is unable to obtain adequate documentation in order to be
able to learn the new features of the system wide upgrade.
Sighted employees are also frustrated because they are unable to help their
blind coworkers.
The blind employee is told by access technology vendors that they will not
be able to obtain upgrades for their access technology to be able to work
with the system wide upgrades in their workplace.
Other challenges abound.
These are all variables for all involved to be aware of whenever
technological environments are about to be changed. If these variables are
kept in mind, then much can be done to minimize the frustration levels on
all sides. Chances are that not all of the challenges would be able to be
dealt with; the challenge of the unavailability of upgrades to enable access
technology to work with new system wide upgrades is just one example.
I'm Donna J. Jodhan your free lance writer and roving reporter wishing you a
terrific day.
You can follow me on twitter @accessibleworld
and chat with me on Skype at habsfan0526.
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text: A game doesn't need combat to be good; there are plenty of so-called "walking" simulators that prove that point. Heck, Gone Home was one of my favorite games back in 2013. But you can't forgo combat and a story and still call yourself a game: all that Submerged has going for it are a series of wall-climbing challenges, and because of their non-linear approach, they're all handled in exactly the same way. If you'd actually upgraded your boat to reach new areas, or gained new skills, such as a rappel or climbing piton, such that reaching the top of each building actually felt like an achievement, this review would've gone an entirely route. Instead, it was the definition of insanity: doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results. If you want to hear me say this more definitively and with more water-based puns, feel free to check out the entire review at Slant Magazine.


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20th - 21st February 2019
Art+ Shanghai Gallery had an incredible honor to host Spanish cellist Sergi Boadella and German violinist Daniel Hauptmann performing a combination of 12 compositions for cello and violin by J.S. Bach on February 20th and 21st. The 2-evening concert was an event of unprecedented significance. Never before have six Suites for cello solo and six sonatas and partitas for violin solo have been programmed together in one concert in China.
Sergi Boadella and Daniel Hauptmann share friendship and love for Bach's music for more than 30 years. After many years of interpreting these pieces separately they have decided to string together to climb the highest peaks of Art.
The 6 Suites for solo cello by J.S. Bach are the best and most difficult pieces ever written for this instrument, and his 6 Sonatas and Partitas for violin are undoubtedly the summit of the violin repertoire.
In July 1720, when Bach returned to Cöthen after accompanying his prince on a long journey, he found that his beloved Maria Barbara, mother of 7 children, was dead and buried. This has triggered a big personal crisis that was reflected in the creation of 12 works for violin and cello solo.
In this kind of intimate diary, Bach expresses himself about life and death. About God and humanity. About his life with the extraordinary woman that was Maria Barbara.
The twelve compositions are full of mystery. The pleasure and pain of existence are interspersed with Bach's mysticism and religious devotion.


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Our Top Picks
Best Overall: Mount Hagen Organic Freeze-Dried Instant Coffee at Amazon
"Organic, fair trade, and deliciously smooth."
Runner-Up, Best Overall: Joe Specialty Instant at Amazon
"It's barista-worthy coffee that you can take anywhere."
Best Value: Maxwell House Original Roast Instant Coffee at Amazon
"Maxwell House's instant coffee is one of the cheapest on the market."
Best Decaf: Mount Hagen Organic Instant Decaf Coffee at Amazon
"It's perfect for a late-night sip without the buzz."
Best Organic: Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee Mix at Amazon
"Good, clean coffee packed with extra nutrients."
Best Splurge: Canyon Instant Coffee at canyoncoffee.co
"Customers return to this boutique roaster because of the unbeatable taste."
Best Medium Roast: Waka Coffee Quality Instant Coffee at Amazon
"A smooth and balanced Colombian roast, buzzing with citrus flavors."
Best Dark Roast: Starbucks VIA French Roast Dark Roast at Amazon
"Bold, smoky, and not for the faint of heart."
Best Fair Trade: Café Altura Organic Instant Coffee at Amazon
"Their fair trade certification means fair labor practices were employed."
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Best Overall: Mount Hagen Organic Freeze-Dried Instant Coffee
Organic, fair trade, and deliciously smooth, Mount Hagen could top a myriad of coffee categories, which is exactly why we chose it as our best overall brew. (Spoiler: this isn't their last appearance on the list.)
Mount Hagen has been sourcing their coffee beans in the lush mountains of Papua New Guinea since 1986 and, over the past three decades, they have perfected the instant blend. The reviews for Mount Hagen's Organic Freeze-Dried Instant Coffee are overwhelmingly positive, with the majority of drinkers giving it five stars. Praise ranges from the product's reasonable price to its travel convenience to its full-bodied taste.
One 3.53-ounce jar yields approximately 60 cups. Simply stir a teaspoon of coffee grounds with a cup of boiling water and you'll have ready-to-go joe that many say is even better than the real thing.
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Runner-Up, Best Overall: Joe Coffee Specialty Instant Coffee
Joe Coffee has been a New York favorite since 2003. Customers have gone nuts for these beans, and for good reason. All of Joe's coffee goes through a rigorous selection process to ensure the highest quality—and their instant coffee is no different. These grounds balance the brightness of a medium roast with the sweetness of milk chocolate and caramel. It's barista-worthy coffee that you can take anywhere (just grab your travel mug and hit the road) and make any time.
Great taste and convenience come at a price though, as Joe Coffee makes one of the priciest instant blends on the market. One 6-serving box comes out to around $3 per cup—certainly a hefty price, but one that might be worth it for such a delicious jolt of coffee.
03 of 09
Best Value: Maxwell House Original Roast Instant Coffee
Established in 1892, Maxwell House is one of the oldest and most trusted U.S. coffee brands for a reason: it gets the job done. Hot, dependable coffee when you need it.
Like their regular coffee, Maxwell House's instant coffee is one of the most affordable on the market, comparable to large brands like Folgers and Chock full o'Nuts. Given the lower price, reviews on taste do vary. Some customers swear by Maxwell House's instant coffee, calling it undervalued and just as good as more expensive blends, while others say that the taste leaves something to be desired. What every coffee drinker can agree on, however, is the price.
Maxwell House is also easy to find in-store and online, and if their classic medium roast doesn't excite you, they also offer a variety of instant coffee flavors, like French Vanilla, Toasted Hazelnut, Pumpkin Spice Latte, and more.
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Best Decaf: Mount Hagen Organic Freeze Dried Instant Decaf Coffee
Many a coffeeholic has faced the debacle of really wanting coffee but also really wanting to sleep at some point. The answer: decaf. And that's where Mount Hagen comes in, making a second appearance on our list with their freeze-dried instant decaf coffee.
If you've ever sipped a cup of decaf and found the taste to be weak and watery, you're not crazy. The decaffeination process can sap coffee beans of certain chemicals that provide the rich flavors and scents you love. As a result, decaf coffee, like instant, is often maligned. But this product solves both decaf and instant coffee in one. Customers say the beans are strong and tasty, and, like Mount Hagen's other products, the coffee is organic, fair trade, and reasonably priced.
It's perfect for a late-night sip without the buzz; for coffee lovers with health difficulties; or for those who want coffee's many health benefits without all of that caffeine.Continue to 5 of 9 below.
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Best Organic: Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee Mix
"Organic" is a much-touted phrase in the coffeeverse. It sounds nice, but the meaning can be ambiguous. What leads to such uncertainty are the many different requirements for coffee to be considered organic in the U.S.
A baseline definition of organic is that, from start to finish, the coffee is produced without any artificial substances. No added chemicals in the fertilizer, no pesticides on the crop. Just good, clean coffee.
Four Sigmatic checks these boxes, and many more. Their patented mushroom coffee is mixed with dried matsutake mushrooms which pack your morning joe with extra nutrients while still keeping it light and healthy.
As their name suggests, Four Sigmatic makes four varieties of instant coffee, each with their own purpose and benefits. Lion's Mane aids focus and creativity. Cordyceps is extra energizing. Adaptogen cuts out the jitters for a calmer, more relaxing blend. And Mushroom Mocha is sweet and chocolaty.
Four Sigmatic is pricy for instant coffee, but its beloved taste and many health benefits might make up the extra bucks.
06 of 09
Best Splurge: Canyon Instant Coffee
It sounds like an oxymoron: luxury instant coffee. But Canyon Coffee is precisely that. They package one cup's worth of top-quality grounds into individual packets, ensuring the freshest brew and making for a great travel companion.
The beans are hand-picked and freshly brewed in the Yirgacheffe region of southern Ethiopia—an area that grows some of the most delicious and distinct coffee in the world. Every sip will burst with sweet notes of honey, jasmine, and peach.
Canyon even teamed up with Swift Cup Coffee, a company that specializes in instant coffee, to produce one of the best ready-to-go cups you can buy.
The only downside is that Canyon can roast a hole in your wallet. Each box contains six packets and costs roughly $3 per cup, which is basically the going rate in an actual coffee shop. But customers return to this boutique roaster because of their coffee's unbeatable taste.
07 of 09
Best Medium Roast: Waka Coffee Quality Instant Coffee
Medium roast is often overlooked. Thought of as simply dependable. A coffee that's just there.
But Waka Coffee, made of 100 percent Arabica beans, is a smooth and balanced Colombian roast, buzzing with citrus flavors. The beans are also freeze-dried, guaranteeing a fresh cup every morning, afternoon and, for you insomniacs, night.
Waka Coffee's price on par with competitors, and they also help you manage your coffee budget with a variety of options. You can start out with an 8-pack box or go big with a 24-pack. Both of these options provide individual servings of coffee, making it easy to measure and easy to travel with. You can also choose between Waka's 3.5-ounce bag and 8-ounce bag for a stash of unwrapped instant coffee grounds.
08 of 09
Best Dark Roast: Starbucks VIA Instant French Roast Dark Roast Coffee
Depending on your taste buds, Starbucks is either famous or infamous for its strong, distinct coffee. But the signature robustness is exactly what makes Starbucks VIA Instant French Roast so adored. Bold, smoky, and not for the faint of heart, this is one of the most reviewed and most purchased instant coffees on the market.
Even though Starbucks' in-store prices are on the higher end, their instant coffee is surprisingly affordable, and you can order it in a variety of sizes, from an 8-pack box to a 50-pack.
And if you're a dark coffee lover but prefer a sweeter undertone to the smokiness of French roast, Starbucks makes an instant Italian roast, rich with notes of sugar and caramel.Continue to 9 of 9 below.
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Best Fair Trade: Café Altura Organic Freeze Dried Instant Coffee
Café Altura can not only take pride in their coffee's taste but in their fair trade certification as well. To receive this certification, companies must meet several requirements, all of which guarantee that no unfair labor practices occur during the coffee-making process. This means every single one of Café Altura's employees, from the first person to pick the rich Arabica beans to the person who packages the grounds, is happy.
On top of that, this coffee is organic, GMO-free, and downright tasty. Café Altura also freeze-dries their grounds for maximum freshness and taste. Take a spoonful of coffee out of the 3.5-ounce jar, mix it with hot water and enjoy instant caffeinated goodness.


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Trading Forex for a Living
Trading Forex for a Living
So you're thinking of trading Forex for a living are you? Ok cool, well this article will give you a brief outline of the things you need in order to be successful. We will talk about both the technical side of things and the psychological aspects you will need in order to give trading Forex for a living a proper go.
In this Article:
- Why do People trade Forex for a Living?
- What Tools do you need?
- Conclusion.
Why do People trade Forex for a Living?
This one might seem obvious…..It's for the Money! We all have different motivations for why we want to trade Forex for a living but 99.9% it's got something to do with making money. Maybe you want to make a little bit more pocket change or maybe you want to have your own private jet.
I'm not going to lie, when I got into trading it was because I wanted to make bucket loads of cash and travel the world doing it. What actually happened was I started making a few buck and was hooked for life. I mean the kind of hooked that has literally made me completely unemployable. I now trade because I obsessively love it and it is a part of my self-identity.
Lots of people have heard the stories about people coming to the Forex market and making a killing overnight. Maybe one of those stories is what set you out on your journey to trading Forex for a living. But what I would say is that if those stories are true then what they have forgotten to mention are the parts about the years of hard work and struggle it took to finally make it to the top.
What Tools do you need?
If you are serious about trading Forex for a living then you are going to have some monthly expenses to do it properly. Trading is just like any other business and should be treated like one. However, you have the extra added benefit of not needing employees or office space to make it work. But there are a few expenses that any accomplished trader will have to get and remain profitable.
The major benefit of trading for a living is that you can be a nomad. You can literally trade from anywhere in the world as long as you have a stable internet connection and a laptop computer. And for many people this is a very desirable option to have.
Here are the basic things you will need to get started.
Ahhhh…..Education. This is a big subject to consider. Do you go the route of trying to find everything for free online in forums or chat groups or do you invest in your trading future and purchase a training package?
Currently, the best place to get in depth education for free is the Baby Pips School of Pipsology They do a really good job of delivering the basics. If you know nothing about Forex trading then this is probably the best place to start your learning journey.
At some point you are going to need define yourself as either a technical trader or a fundamental trader or both. I found a mix of 80% fundamentals and 20% technicals works best for me but everyone is different. But it's good to have an open mind.
If you want to go the route of technical trading then Traders Support Club is the preferred educator of the Two Blokes. They offer an in depth training with a community to enhance your learning.
If you are thinking that you want to trade Fundamentals then Jarratt Davis is one of only a few guys teaching this. He has an excellent training program with full support and daily analysis.
I personally think every trader needs a well-rounded education and should consider investing in both fundamental and technical training. This will help you understand the markets from both the retail (technical) and institutional (fundamentals) side of the Forex market.
Broker and Trading Account:
Next, in order for you to actually place trades in the Forex market you are going to need a trading account with a reputable broker. Right now the Two Blokes preferred broker is XTB. They have a wide range of trading products, excellent execution, and simple account opening. And because XTB loves the Two Blokes they have given our community a special offer that you can't find anywhere else. Check it out HERE.
MT4 platform:
Once you sign up with XTB or another broker of your choice (check out our broker review page HERE.) you then need to download and install the Meta Trader 4 platform. Some brokers offer multiple different platforms to trade on but MT4 is the gold standard. It's a simple to use but powerful platform that will do everything you need. And if you are into algorithms MT4 has its own programming language that is used by millions of people worldwide.
If you have not used MT4 before then I would say try using a demo account first so that you can learn how to use the platform properly. Then once you are comfortable start trading your live account.
News Resources:
You have a couple routes here. You can go the premium route and pay a monthly fee to a company such as Ransquawk. This is a real-time news and audio squawk service that does all the heavy lifting for you. They do a rundown of all market moving news events and provide instant analysis from some of the best analysts in the business. You can read a full article of all the benefits HERE. And if you sign up make sure to mention Two Blokes Trading and they will give you a 10% discount HERE.
Your other option is to get your information from free websites. The information will not be instantaneous like Ransquawk and you will have to do a lot more digging to find the information you need to make informed trading decisions, but they are a good place to start. There are a lot of sites out there but some of the best are the following:
Trading Plan and Journal:
If you don't have a trading plan and a method to track it then I'm not really sure why you would even bother trying to make trading for a living work. Boom, I said it! Could you imagine if companies like Apple or Amazon didn't have a business plan on how they were going to grow their businesses and track their results? Do you really think they just start making things without thinking about how or what they should be doing? This sounds ridiculous but the sad fact is that most people don't give the business of trading the proper respect it deserves.
First you need to make your trading plan. This should come from your education that we touched on earlier. Your trading plan should have things such as your strategies (obvi!), risk and money management, and follow up.
The next things you need to do is start trading your plan and then have a trading journal that you can use to track your results. This will help you follow up on anything you might need to adjust. The best way to go about making this a simple and easy process is by getting yourself the Edgewonk Trading Journal. This is by far the best journal on the market, it's very affordable and will be daily staple in your trading business success. They also have a trader development program which will enhance your learning experience.
There you have it. All the basics that you need to get started trading Forex for a living. Now the rest is up to you to do the work and put in the time. Look, trading for a living takes a lot of hard work, passion, and dedication to make it work. You are definitely going to have to stretch yourself and be committed to making it work even in the times where you feel like you have no idea how to actually do that. BUT, if you do stick it out and give it your all, the rewards at the other end of your hard efforts are definitely worth it…..BIG TIME! If you treat trading with the massive amount of respect and dedication it deserves then you too can live the dream of trading Forex for a living.


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Monday, 22 November 2010
Schiels Salamander & Frog flies
Sorry but the company that produced these are untracable these days....Thats a pitty cause these flies were dynamite!
Posted by All about the grab at 11:05
Labels: Frog, Salamander flies
4 comments:
- Jota said...
Hello Simon!
These flies look really nice, for pike and sure for bass too!
Is there a step by step anywhere?
I would like to tie some of this flies, and a step by step will help a lot.
Thanks for your good work in this blog!!!
Best regards from Portugal!
- 22 November 2010 at 20:16
- All about the grab said...
There isn't an SBS for these flies Jose. Would be great.It looks like the company that stocked these flies is unavailable as the website is blocked for some reason.
Thanks for the kind words though regarding PikeFFArticles brother.
- 22 November 2010 at 21:50
- Jota said...
Hello again,
I just have found this
Tight lines!
José - Porto - Portugal
- 22 November 2010 at 22:35
- ridderbos3 said...
- 22 November 2010 at 22:55
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Education is VAT exempt, I believe worldwide.
Therefore if I were a school of languages for example and I charge my customers 100£ for a course, I will have not VAT on it.
Now, let's say I engage an agent, so another company that will sell my course for the same price, but I will give them 10% commission. Is the agent liable for VAT on these 10%? Or should the same VAT of the main service/good be applied(Vat exempt)?
As a school I will never make a distinction between studying and selling my programme and the agent neither, in fact the agent will sale at the same exact price. I have been looking for this information online but I can't find any formal explanation.
Could reverse Vat rule be applied on the commission so that the school will play for it, since the school exempt?
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1. Your initial belief is incorrect, see VAT notice 701/30
2. Agency rules are complicated See VAT notice 700 section 22 onwards
3. Talk to your accountant before you make expensive mistakes, not afterwards....
A few misunderstandings in your post which will require a patient contributor with too much time on their hands to answer in writing to the satisfaction of a layperson.
Everything above is correct.
Education is exempt, where supplied by a non-profit, unless the education is TEFL. Whether exemption will benefit you depends on whether your customers are in business or private persons.
And, yes, in principle VAT is due on commission.
where supplied by a non-profit, ./p>
...by an eligible body...
'non-profit' is an ambiguous and possibly misleading term and I will not rest until its use is wiped from the face of the earth. Though perhaps I should get out more first...
Everything above is correct.
If I may say so, Les, that's a very sweeping statement.
Education is a very complex area. People are frequently caught out by failing to read the small print.


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HFMA responses from Students
I am glad that you were able to join the VA-DC HFMA Fall Educational Conference. Can you tell us a little about your overall experience of the conference and the highlights from the main sessions and breakout sessions plus what you think other students/early careerists will gain from this conference?
I had the honor to be able to attend the Healthcare Financial Management Association Conference in Virginia Beach, VA. On Wednesday, after registration, we attended the welcome opening by Jessica Poston, the President of the VA-DC HFMA. Once the welcoming was over, the first session was about the upcoming election. We discussed the candidates for the Presidential Election and what each candidate had to offer when it comes to healthcare and the financial side of it. At this session a few topics we discussed was the payment updates and APM incentives, Merit based incentive Program (Quality, Advancing Caring Information, Clinical Practice improvements, Activities, and Cost). These sessions taught me so much more about topics that I didn't know much about. On Thursday, we were able to go to more sessions. We went to a forum with different CFOs for different companies. In this forum we learned about the CFOs different views on certain situations. Later that day we attended another forum known as the Leadership Forum. In this forum we learned more about the panels and their varying executive roles within their organization and the complexities of healthcare management on a day-to-day basis. The networking reception was one of my favorite parts of the whole conference. It gave us the opportunity to meet different people from all over and learn more about what they do. One of my favorite sessions was the "Medical Identity Theft". We talked about the Military Health System (MHS) and how it is an integrated medical team that provides optimal health services in support of our nation's military mission – anytime, anywhere. We also discussed TRICARE which is a health care plan using military health care as the main delivery system (Direct Care). It also was created by law in 1993 to replace the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS). The misuse of an individual's personally identifiable health information (IIHI) to obtain or bill for medical services or medical goods. IIHI includes patient name, date of birth, Social Security Number (SSN), or insurance policy number
The partnership with HFMA and NSU will assist future students by allowing them to learn more about financial aspect of healthcare. It is also a great networking opportunity for future students to go out and show others what they have learned and what they are capable of learning. This conference was defiantly a learning experience for me. I am so grateful that Johnita thought about Norfolk State University and allowed us to come to the conference. I will take everything I learned from Johnita and the conference and carry it with me for the rest of my career. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience.
–Jalessa Edwards is a graduating in December as a Health Services Management graduate from Norfolk State University. She is highly interested in obtaining experience in the ambulatory setting and long-term care environment. She is also focused on obtaining her Long-Term Administration license in the state of Virginia.
I am glad that you were able to join the VA-DC HFMA Fall Educational Conference. Can you tell us a little about your overall experience of the conference and the highlights from the main sessions and breakout sessions plus what you think other students/early careerists will gain from this conference?
On September 28, 2016 it marked the first day of the 2016 VA-DC Health Financial Management Association Fall Educational Conference. For three days financial workers ranging from data analysts and accountants to controllers and CFO's, brought their own sets of skills and areas expertise from their respective health facilities to share with the conference's attendees.
The conference's first general session provided an update on the current presidential election and how the outcome may affect healthcare in this country. With an election win by Donald Trump and control of the House and Senate, Republicans will look to repeal the Affordable Care Act. Democrats on the other hand will support the ACA and look to expand it.
In the second general session, the speaker addressed the Medicare coverage of inpatient admissions that do not satisfy the two midnight benchmark. Under current Medicare guidelines, inpatients admissions with an expected lengths of stay less than 2 midnights is considered rare and unusual.
The following day's agenda began with a CFO Forum. Members of the audience asked the panel questions such as "How would you present departmental or an organizational revenue loss to the appropriate parties?" and "What is the biggest problem your organization faces?" The fourth general session titled The New Paradigm of Patient Access. This session emphasized how health care providers can meet patient's expectations and maximize their satisfaction. Not only did they take lessons from successful providers, they also looked at how other industries are satisfying their customers.
The conferences last day began with a presentation on fraud on profitability in the healthcare system. The speaker warned the audience of the dangers and consequences of healthcare fraud. They also gave the managers the procedures in order to detect fraud within their company. The final presentation consisted of the best practices used in revenue cycle. Examples included using technology in the billing process, educating staff on payer instructions, and receiving ongoing and specialized education on coding.
The HFMA Conference is a perfect opportunity for students to be exposed to different facets of the healthcare system. Students will also have the opportunity to network with individuals who work within the healthcare financial industry. These discussions give them a chance of hearing and comprehending jargon actually used in the field. This assembly of managers is also a great opportunity for students seeking employment after graduation. They'll have the ability to convey their skills and knowledge acquired in college to employers. Overall, the conference was very informative and I will use my acquired knowledge going forward as I enter my career.
- Akeem Adams is a graduating senior from the Health Services Management program at Norfolk State University. He currently has a curiosity about finance and analysis within healthcare. Akeem likes collaboration and research and plans on after graduation to obtain his Masters of Health Administration degree.


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Let me start by saying that I have seen Lenny Kravitz perform live before and every single time, he delivers an incredible rock infused mind-blowing performance. During last night's performance at Wolf Trap, he set the stage on fire from the second he walked onto it with his commanding presence, electric guitar chops, and a ten piece band that was there to make the place groove. Proof, my friends, that rock and roll is not dead. Not as long as Kravitz is around to do anything about it. Here's a clip of Kravitz rocking out on American Woman during last night's show.
Last night, every member of his band gave it their all, and Kravitz seemed focused on taking in his surroundings, the music and his fans. He made it a point to highlight every instrumentalist, particularly during Mama Said; a medley which lasted a good 10-15 minutes showcasing the talents of the musicians sharing the stage with him. His lead guitarist shredded it like a late 80s metal band song after song, taking the show to a whole new level. His trumpet player, Ludovic Louis, and his saxophone players were equally as impressive. These moments by far were some of the highlights of the show.
In a world where mainstream music charts are inundated with the pop music genre, Kravitz hits the road with his Strut Tour and we welcomed it with open arms. Yet, at the end of the day, Kravitz knows his fans are there to appreciate his new stuff, but mostly to hear his greatest hits. He comes through for them and delivers each one with a euphoric performance that exudes coolness like only Kravitz can. I Belong to You, Fly Away, Are You Gonna Go My Way, and It Ain't Over Till It's Over still sweep the audience of its feet.
However, it is Let Love Rule that has a special energy during his performance of it on this tour. Maybe it is the challenging times we are facing throughout the world today, that makes it hit home that much more; but there was an emphasis on spirituality and love throughout the entire evening that lead to this all encompassing moment. Kravitz lead the crowd in a sing along, his band jammed on, and for ten minutes the world stood still, filled with peace and love.
Kravitz's new album Strut, features funky soulful grooves that landed the album a spot on Rolling Stones 50 Best Albums of 2014 list.
By the way, in case you were not aware, Kravitz has also released a book, Lenny Kravitz, documenting the last two decades of his career in photographs. A must have for true fans.
For all the New Yorkers out there, he may not be residing there any longer, but his heart still belongs to you. New York City is a track on his latest album. Here is the full video for you. Enjoy it!
Catch him on tour at one of his upcoming shows: Strut Tour. He is still as amazing as ever.
Lenny, this has always been at the top of my list of all time favorites, and after twenty years of having a major crush on you, I still. Can't. Get You Off My Mind.


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It's not just IRS: the embedded lawsuit option in FX options
Walter Kurtz at Sober Look had a great piece a few weeks ago, where he wryly suggested a way to make money if you don't like that IRS the bank's sold you: default on the payments and sue the bank. (Note: this is not an actual way to make money, and also not a good idea if you don't like angry traders hunting you down.)
The "sue the bank" option has a long and storied history in corporate hedging circles. Pick up a copy of Satyajit Das's Traders, Guns and Money, and right there in the first chapter is an Asian-Crisis-era story of an Indonesian noodle maker defaulting on a massive IRS liability. Even further back, in 1988, the Hammersmith and Fulham local government decided they could make free money by selling sterling swaptions and pocketing the premium; as soon as rates went against them, they sued.
This trend broke through into FX options in a very big way in 2008.
In 2006 and 2007, Korean corporates latched on to a new craze in FX hedging - the KIKO (knock-in/knock-out) option.
A corporate - generally a corporate custy that needed to sell USD against KRW - would trade a strip of these KIKOs, structured so that the corporate would pay zero for the hedge, or even receive a nominal amount upfront. If USDKRW went down, the option would knock out, and the corp would be left with a small gain; if USDKRW went up, the corp would be locked in to selling at an unfavourable rate.
Now if you think about this a bit, you'll see why this is a bloody terrible trade.
If USDKRW goes down, their protection gets knocked out, and they end up having to sell USD at a lower price than where they started. If USDKRW goes up, as it tends to do during panics, the customer gets knocked in, and they get stuck with a contract that forces them to sell large amounts of USDKRW at an unfavourable rate.
Now there was a reward for all this unfavourable risk, and that reward was cold hard cash - KIKOs were usually structured to reward the corporates with cash gains, and if USDKRW drifted lower or stayed where it was, they'd get to pocket that cash.
But in 2008, USDKRW exploded from 900 to 1600 - leaving corporates stuck selling USDKRW at a 40% discount to the current price, and no amount of upfront premium can fix a loss like that. This Bloomberg story profiles one company that got caught on a set of KIKO contracts… and they went bankrupt. Hundreds of other companies sued Korean banks.
The eventual finding seems to have been that most of the KIKO contracts were valid - but that finding came at the cost for the banks of two years of litigation. Here's Kim & Chang, the firm that represented some of the financial institutions in the KIKO lawsuits:
In connection with a recent German Supreme Court precedent, in which the court held that financial institutions were obligated to (i) explain to customers the negative market value of interest rate swap products and (ii) educate purchasers on interest rate swap products so that customers could learn as much about the products as the financial institutions, the Court commented that such a ruling should be limited to cases where the consulting contracts have been executed between the financial institutions and purchasers. Accordingly, and given the speculative nature of interest rate swap products, the Court held that the German Supreme Court's holding does not apply to the present case.
I tend to think that corporates have no business trading exotic FX options, mostly because exotics are not a good hedge for the vast majority of corporate FX risks - but also because the litigation risk if the trade goes pear-shaped is a guaranteed headache for both sides.
(In theory, smart corporates would only ever _buy_ options - that way they get all the upside, none of the downside, the bank takes none of the litigation risk, and the customer gets favourable hedge accounting treatment under IAS39. Google, for example, understands this very well; Numerix, in its analysis of Google's hedge book, doesn't. Partial barrier forwards? Seriously?)
Coming up soon - an application of the embedded lawsuit option to Liborgate, and why I was wrong about the lawsuit risks the Libor banks face.


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Magma Records is proud to present a new music selection by Dj Nicholas.
This first volume of 'Rolling Tunes' contains original tracks of talented artists like Neutro, Electit, Terratek, Party Heroes and Pilot. You will also find a Unstable Remix of Poli 'The light' track, and another Remix to Jano 'Indigo' track by Doppler and Modulator.There are also two tracks of Magma artists in collaboration, one created by Reflex and Shyisma and another by Doppler and Shyisma featuring Dj Nicholas with which this collection begins! Every track is particular and energetic, and highlights the different styles of each artist, great for every dance temple, don't miss it...enjoy full vibes!
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Playing Golf in Portugal: The Challenge of the Oceanico Victoria Course
The Oceanico Victoria golf course is a beautiful site to see in Algarve. It is one of the world's top golf courses and it has hosted a number of championship tournaments in recent years. Previous golf players had their say on whether they would recommend others to play on the course. After all, it has an interesting reputation of offering challenges some feel are worth the visit. Yet, if you have never played on the course you may notice a number of hazards that make some wonder if they are ready to take them on based on their current skill level.
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This golf course features 18 holes with par 72. The course has plenty of green that is spacious and inviting. But, there are a number of fairways that have slopes, bumps and hills that offer challenges to any golfer. This is a good time to employ strategic plays in getting the ball where you want it to go. They may not look as intimidating as you think when you have an idea on what you want to do to get the ball where it needs to be.
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John Michael Montgomery
As a teen, every time John Michael Montgomery looked in the mirror, the same question ran-through his mind: "Why have I got these two holes in my face and ain't nobody else got them?"
By age 29, he has decided to stop wondering and just enjoy. After all, those "two holes"—along with a chiseled chin and twinkling blue eyes—have made female country music fans shiver right down to their Tony Lamas and helped make the double-dimpled singer from central Kentucky one of Nashville's twangiest properties. His debut CD, Life's a Dance, sold more than 1.5 million copies and produced three Top 5 hits; his follow-up, Kickin' It Up, gave him the distinction of being only the third country performer (along with Garth Brooks and Billy Ray Cyrus) to have a No. 1 pop album. Of course it helps that the boy can sing. But even Montgomery admits that among the 10,000 fan letters he receives each month, a good number are marriage proposals (Montgomery is single and without a steady girlfriend) or notes from women marveling at his "great buns."
His mom, Carol Hasty, a former country musician, isn't surprised. "He was the cutest baby you've ever seen," she says. "Ever since he was 12, the girls have been following him around." (Montgomery's own tastes are mainstream: Sharon Stone and Heather Locklear are faves.) But the 6'2″ singer, whose biggest concession to grooming is to comb his hair (with his fingers), isn't letting the adulation stretch his Stetson. At 190 pounds, he feels 20 pounds too heavy: "I've got a beer belly, no muscles and I'm bowlegged as hell." Sounds like a country song.


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Teamsters Local 330 Statement on Kane County Strike
(ST. CHARLES, Ill.) – The following is a statement from Teamsters Local 330 in response to a statement issued today by the office of Chief Judge Susan Clancy Boles.
"It is unfortunate that the Chief Judge continues to describe her offer as "fair and reasonable," even after her employees overwhelmingly rejected the offer on two (2) separate occasions and have been on strike for over a month now.
"The Chief Judge's offer was not fair and reasonable, because not only did it substantially reduce yearly wage increases that were established by the prior contract, but it eliminated a guaranteed path to top pay, which even then took 15 years to achieve.
"The Chief Judge's statement conveniently ignores the fact that the striking workers start at approximately $40,000 per year and reach the maximum pay of approximately $60,000 only after 15 years. The yearly 3.7 percent step increases were only provided for employees in this progression, not for those at the top.
"The Chief Judge's description of pay as related to other counties is also misleading. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicates that the striking workers are paid less than many workers in Illinois in the same profession. The Chief Judge's statement focuses on misleading accounts of aggregate wage increases over long periods of time, without discussing how long it takes the workers to reach top pay or much less how they compare to similar professionals in Illinois.
"The union did in fact reject the first two original offers made by the Chief Judge which led to the strike; however, the Chief Judge has not made one single new and/or modified offer since the strike began on April 30th, which is unacceptable.
"The union met only on May 21st for only one hour, because that is all the Chief Judge's team allowed. There was no meeting on May 22nd as the letter erroneously states. The Chief Judge was not present at the May 21st meeting and was never present at any of the negotiation sessions, even though she was requested to participate by the union.
"On May 30, 208, the union, in an effort to resolve the lengthy dispute, made major and substantial movement from its original proposal. The union accepted the Chief Judge's proposal on annual salary percentage increases and only requested modest increases regarding additional lump sum payments. The movement made by the union and its membership certainly was not unrealistic and the change was a significant concession as compared to its original proposal. Since May 21, 2018, court management has effectively ignored the union.
"The union cannot allow any more inaccurate information to be released to the public without rebuttal. The union's members have gone door to door to educate the residents of Kane County. Residents will be given the true facts related to this strike, and the public will know what has been allowed to occur. The union welcomes the press to review the facts which are all well documented.
"The union continues to urge management of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court to meet with the union and its full rank and file committee to work in an effort to find a resolution to the strike. Until then we will continue to inform the public of the unfair treatment demonstrated by management of the court."
Teamsters Local 330, based in Elgin, Ill., is an affiliate of Teamsters Joint Council 25.


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This is a Southern pond. We value good stories, friendly interaction and good manners in all creatures (Please don't be a skank in my pond.)
Friday, January 1, 2010
God Help Us!
6 comments:
- Savannah said...
I guess their heart is in the right place but geez...
I hope you, Blowfish and Mermaid have many happy days ahead in this new decade we've just entered.
- January 1, 2010 at 8:34 AM
- Blowfish said...
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- January 1, 2010 at 10:44 AM
- fishy said...
Hey Gypsy!
May your 2010 be D-E-L-I-G-H-T-F-U-L !
God knows we all payed plenty of "dues" in 2009.
Wish you were close enough to toast in person BUT, in an act of true generosity I volunteer to drink your Mimosa for you :-)
- January 1, 2010 at 10:47 AM
- Pam said...
I wish you piece and luv. lololollllll
And I see Blowfish is commenting .. is he gonna start blogging too?
- January 1, 2010 at 11:42 PM
- sparringK9 said...
what makes you think they got it wrong? i believe that boy knows what hes asking for in this new year. grrrrrrhahahahaha
- January 2, 2010 at 9:27 AM
- fishy said...
Er ... Blowfish doesn't blog. Sometimes I get on his computer and forget to sign him out before I start commenting. He does read F2M from time to time.
And Pam...unfortunately there are those out there who believe getting a "piece" IS love.
Well there's a cheerful thought for the new year.
I guess if we are going to divide things into pieces I'll take the Cohutta. Least I will have interesting neighbors and green eggs.
- January 2, 2010 at 5:50 PM


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Apprentice pay jump draws more to the trade
An announcement by the Fair Work Commission has been roundly welcomed by apprentices and other trainees.
Increases to be phased in from next year will see first-years who have finished high school get a pay rise of 30%, bringing their total packet to $398.50 per week. Second-year apprentices who have completed Year 12 will receive an 18% increase.
Reports say the increase is intended to make apprenticeships more attractive, and in some cases just possible, in an attempt to reduce non-completion rates and draw more people into technical skills training.
"The full bench decided that there should be differential rates for first and second year apprentices on the basis of completion of year 12 schooling … the introduction of these differentials will protect the position in the labour market of early school leavers whilst encouraging year 12 completion," the FWC stated.
Many have welcomed the increases, especially apprentices who have for many years languished on only marginally better pay than unemployed welfare recipients.


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Once again, SDWEG members are invited to check out the latest edition of Suspense Magazine as well as to submit work to the magazine. Their message to members follows.
2018! To say it came fast would be an understatement, but here we are. We would like to kick off the new year with a fantastic issue. We got some new things, old things and some down right scary things. Ok, nothing too scary, but you get what I mean.
We have to give a big shout out to all of you. We are so grateful that you guys keep reading the magazine and making it grow. It is because of all of you that we work so hard, making sure we bring you the very best with each issue. In this issue we have some great author interviews that include:
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President Donald Trump arrived in Davos, Switzerland, Thursday where he acknowledged Israel will likely pay a price for his decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
"Jerusalem, you couldn't ever get past Jerusalem so when people said I set it back, I didn't set it back," President Trump said. "I helped it because by taking it off the table – that was the toughest issue – and Israel will pay for that."
"You won one point and you'll give up some points later on in negotiations if it ever takes place. I don't know if it ever will take place," he added.
Trump's statements contradict a senior White House official traveling with Vice President Mike Pence in the Middle East who said the move to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital was not intended to get a concession out of Israel or meant to be a negotiating tactic in the peace process.
Regarding Pence, Trump criticized Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas for not meeting with the vice president during his trip to Israel.
"They disrespected us by not allowing our VP to see them. The money is not going to them unless they sit down and negotiate peace," said Trump, who is in Davos. Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum.
The Palestinians are angry with the White House after Trump recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital with plans to move the US Embassy there by the end of next year.
"There were never any deals that came close 'cause we couldn't get past Jerusalem," said Trump. "We took Jerusalem off the table so we don't have to talk about it anymore."
The Palestinians, who claim east Jerusalem for their future capital called Trump's threats to withhold aid "unacceptable."
Abbas aide Nabil Abu Rdeneh insists Palestinians are "ready to engage in negotiations" and committed to a peace process "based on a Palestinian state with east Jerusalem as capital."
Meanwhile, Trump also met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who praised Trump's decision to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv, adding that the US-Israel alliance has never been stronger.
"This is historic decision that will be forever etched in the heart of our people for generation to come," said Netanyahu. "I say it pushes peace forward."
Trump said, "Israel has always supported the United States, so what I did for Jerusalem was my honor. Israel wants to make peace and I hope the Palestinians want to make peace."
Trump is the first sitting president to attend the summit in 18 years, following Bill Clinton in 2000.


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A Bayside sweet spot has closed up shop for good.
Ralph's Famous Italian Ices of Bayside, located at 214-15 41st Ave., off Bell Boulevard, has shuttered its doors. In a statement posted on the business Facebook page on March 24, the owners broke the news to the community.
"It is sad to say but we are closing the Bayside Ralph's," reads the post, signed by Nina and Joe. "We want to thank you for your loyal patronage. And while we might not know your names we certainly knew many of you and we will miss catching up with you. And did we not have the best crew in the world? Good bye [sic], Bayside."
The spot operated seasonally, opening in March and closing sometime in the autumn months. Residents quickly chimed in on the Facebook thread to express their disappointment.
"Ralph's will be so missed!!" wrote Jeanne Tassaro. "And yes, you had the best crew ever. Best of luck to you all."
"Where am I gonna get my crazy coconut now???" wrote Andrew Kum, who added a photo of the sweet treat to his comment.
The business was also reported as closed on Yelp.
The spot, a franchise location of Ralph's Italian Ices, was known for its water and creme ices, fruit smoothies, signature sundaes and iceberg — a smoothie with soft-serve ice cream on top.
Bayside residents willing to travel a bit further to satisfy their sweet tooth can find the nearest Ralph's Ices spot using their store locator.


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-Fresh funds will support Dräger´s R&D investment programme
-EIB financing provided under Investment Plan for Europe, or Juncker Plan
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will lend up to €110 million to Dräger, a global leader in the fields of medical and safety technology. Dräger will use the fresh financing to fund R&D projects in medical technology targeting life-saving systems such as anesthesia devices and ventilators. The efforts in medical systems will centre on developing and enhancing patient monitoring products, with a special focus on projects examining the connectivity of medical devices and linking them to hospitals' information technology infrastructure. Dräger will be using the international new secure IEEE 11073 standard for medical device communication, which the company itself has helped to develop.
The EU bank's loan is backed by a guarantee from the European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI), the heart of the Investment Plan for Europe - the Juncker Plan - under which the EIB and the European Commission are working together as strategic partners and the EIB's financing operations are boosting the competitiveness of the European economy.
European Commission Vice-President for Jobs, Growth, Investment and Competitiveness, Jyrki Katainen, said: "The products and systems that Dräger is developing are making our lives safer and healthier. From intensive care monitoring systems to premature infant respirators, this European company is creating groundbreaking innovations. With the financing of €110 million from the EU's bank supported by the Investment Plan for Europe, Dräger can continue to push boundaries in medical technology."
EIB Vice-President Ambroise Fayolle, who is responsible for operations in Germany and for EFSI, said: "We, as the Bank of the EU, have a vital role to play in creating the right conditions and the right incentives to foster a dynamic process of innovation and competitiveness - because both are key ingredients for ensuring sustainable growth and creating high-value jobs. I therefore very much welcome our cooperation with Dräger under the 'Investment Plan for Europe´ as this clearly demonstrates what Europe can do for European business."
"Innovation is a crucial factor for technology companies such as Dräger. We plan to use the funds to further expand our research and development activities," said Stefan Dräger, Chairman of the Executive Board of Drägerwerk Verwaltungs AG. "We are working toward connecting medical devices to a system to improve clinical decisions. This development will lead to assisted therapy and ultimately hospital automation."
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About the European Investment Bank
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union owned by its Member States. It makes long-term finance available for sound investment in order to contribute towards EU policy goals.
About Dräger. Technology for Life®
Dräger is an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology. Our products protect, support, and save lives. Founded in 1889, Dräger generated net sales of around EUR 2.6 billion worldwide in 2018. The Lübeck-based company is represented in more than 190 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. Please visit www.draeger.com for more information.
About the Investment Plan for Europe
The Investment Plan for Europe, known as the Juncker Plan, is one of the European Commission's top priorities. It focuses on boosting investment to generate jobs and growth by making smarter use of new and existing financial resources, removing obstacles to investment, and providing visibility and technical assistance to investment projects.
The European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI) is the main pillar of the Juncker Plan and provides first loss guarantees, enabling the EIB to invest in more projects that often come with greater risks. EFSI has already yielded tangible results. The projects and agreements approved for financing under EFSI are expected to mobilise almost €393bn in investments, including €32.9bn in Germany and support 945 000 SMEs in the 28 Member States.
More information on the results of the Investment Plan for Europe is available here.