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Operations and impact of a specialty-specific national incident learning system: Ten years of RO-ILS: Radiation Oncology Incident Learning System
Get full text access Log in, subscribe or purchase for full access. References 1. Bogdanich W. Radiation Offers New Cures, and Ways to Do Harm. New York Times. 2010;1. 2. Bogdanich W. As Technology Surges, Radiation Safeguards Lag. New York Times. 2010 Jan 26; 3. Bogdanich W, Rebelo K. A Pinpoint Beam Strays Invisibly, Harming Instead of Healing. New York Times. 2010; 4. Bogdanich W, Ruiz RR. Radiation Errors Reported in Missouri. New York Times. 2010 Feb 24; 6. Argos, L.
Operations and Impact of a Specialty-Specific National Incident Learning System: Ten Years of Radiation Oncology Incident Learning System (RO-ILS)
Get full text access Log in, subscribe or purchase for full access. References 1. Bogdanich, W. Radiation offers new cures, and ways to do harm New York Times. 2010; A1 2. Bogdanich, W. As technology surges, radiation safeguards lag New York Times. January 26, 2010; 3. Bogdanich, W. ∙ Rebelo, K. A pinpoint beam strays invisibly, harming instead of healing New York Times. 2010; 4. Bogdanich, W. ∙ Ruiz, RR. Radiation errors reported in Missouri New York Times. 2010; February 24 8. Leveson, N.G. ∙ Turner, CS.
The Future of Interior Painting Services in Sydney
When you step into a freshly painted room, it’s easy to see the difference. A coat of paint can make a space feel brighter, calmer, or just more lived in. But what you don’t always see is the craft behind it. Some jobs hold up for years, others start peeling in months. That’s why finding the best value interior painting in Sydney really matters — it’s not just about colour but how the work is done.
Anhydrous Ammonia Pump Maintenance & Repair
A case study describing the comprehensive repair of an ammonia pump. Graphite Metallizing Corporation A U.S.-based pump repair company was asked to provide submerged cryogenic pump maintenance and services on a vertical pump at an ammonia manufacturing plant in liquid anhydrous ammonia service. The pump’s design operating temperature was -27 F (-33 C) with a specific gravity of 0.686.
Are U.S. Adults with Chronic Health Conditions Meeting Public Health Recommendations for Physical Activity?
OBJECTIVE: To estimate the prevalence of US adults with self-reported chronic health conditions (CHCs) who meet physical activity (PA) recommendations according to their sociodemographic characteristics, number of CHCs, and type of CHCs. METHODS: Using the 2019 BRFSS, we classified respondents according to the presence of CHCs and adherence to PA recommendations (i.e., aerobic, strengthening, both, and neither).
Fire Water Pump Design Improves Performance on Offshore Oil Platform
A major energy producer decided to add new infrastructure to one of its existing offshore oil and gas fields in the Gulf of Mexico. The company hired an engineering firm to support the design and construction of the expansion. The new deep-water platform is located in about 3,000 feet of water, is specially designed to safely withstand hurricane force conditions and adds an increased capacity of 100,000 barrels per day.
Increasing MTBR by Using the Right Bushing Material
A refinery in Genoa, Italy, produces diesel fuel, bitumen and fuel oils with a low sulfur content for use in a wide range of applications, including vehicles, ships and domestic heating products. Having operated reliably since 1931 and certified to International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards, the refinery prioritizes the quality of its operations and the maintenance of its equipment.
Graphalloy® Bearings Reduce Maintenance in Mussel Processing Line
Pillow Block Bearing in the Processing Line These bearings withstood many harsh liquids and remained maintenance-free YONKERS, NY, USA, April 25, 2022 / EINPresswire.com/ -- Graphite Metallizing Corporation, the manufacturer of self-lubricating GRAPHALLOY® bushing materials, announces the success of Graphalloy bearings in a seafood processing line. The plant processes mussels, oysters, and clams and then ships them to restaurants.
Patient Safety Awareness Week for Radiation Oncology - ASTRO Blog- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) - American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
This article was originally published in the American Association for Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) March/April newsletter. By Eric Ford, PhD, FASTRO, Sue Evans, MD, MPH, and Jean Wright, MD Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW) began in 2002 as annual event intended to encourage a continued focus on health care safety. This year it is observed March 13-19 and serves as a national education campaign for promoting patient safety practices.
Graphalloy® Bushings: 34 Years in a Refinery Pump Application
In a tough pump service, Graphalloy Wear Parts achieve long-lasting success YONKERS, NEW YORK, USA, January 10, 2022 / EINPresswire.com/ -- Graphite Metallizing Corporation, the manufacturer of self-lubricating GRAPHALLOY® bushing materials, announces a bushing life of 34 years in a vertical pump in light hydrocarbon service. The refinery’s repair shop disassembled the pump and found the original Graphalloy bushings inside during a scheduled overhaul.
serpentwithfeet's "Same Size Shoe" Highlights the Importance of Non-Monolithic Black Love Stories
Music - 15 mins ago Eric Ford Eric Ford is a Houston-born, Brooklyn-based freelance writer and Power… "Same Shoe Size," the first single from DEACON, is a visual representation of a day in the life of a Black queer couple at home. Photo Credit: serpentwithfeet We caught up with serpentwithfeet who talked about his stunning “Same Size Shoe” video, how Okayplayer inspired his name, and why telling non-monolithic Black love stories matter.
Celebrating the Black female TV characters that Black queer men love
As a Black gay man, the first time I saw myself onscreen wasn’t through a Black queer or Black male character. It was Mona Thorne, played by Rachel True, on UPN’s Half & Half. About a pair of half-sisters who move into separate apartments in a building their wealthy father owns, the early aughts sitcom documents the journey of Mona and Dee Dee (Essence Atkins) becoming closer as siblings, navigating their individual careers and managing the conflicts between their meddling mothers.
Bushings Increase MTBR of Heater Drain Pump to Eight Years
A full-service pump repair company with two strategic complete manufacturing centers located in Barre, Massachusetts, and Monroe, North Carolina, received a contract to rebuild a heater drain pump for a nuclear power plant in the Northeastern United States. The multistage vertical pump had been in service for eight years, and it was time for a complete overhaul.
8 Brooklyn creatives share their favorite Black-owned pandemic purchases
By Eric Ford Black fashion is undergoing a boom in Brooklyn as people increasingly and deliberately seek out Black-owned brands, especially in the wake of 2020’s myriad traumas to the community. Initiatives like the online marketplace, “Black Fashion Fair,” and “Black in Fashion Council” which recently held a New York Fashion Week showroom showcasing 16 Black designers, have aided in the exposure of Black-owned fashion brands to the consumer market.
Photodom NYC and Brooklyn’s Black photography revolution
By Eric Ford & Tucked away on the third floor of an artist loft building on Broadway between Bed-Stuy and Bushwick, on any given day, you will find photographer Dominick Lewis. The founder of Photodom NYC, a shop he opened in September, oversees a cozy studio space filled with analog gear, photo gadgets, branded apparel, a mountain of packaged film, and nostalgic vintage cameras with a starting price of $65.
Graphalloy Bushings Still Operating after 25 Years
The PBI facility, as part of their planned maintenance period, worked on one of the two reactors late last year. During the cleaning process, high-pressure water damaged one of the bushings on one of the reactors. Two of these specially made GRAPHALLOY® bushings are used in each reactor, which makes the polymer used to produce the fibers at the plant. “I’ve been the plant engineer at PBI for over 14 years,” said Larry Canterbury.
Single Cell Transcriptional Analyses Identify Lineage-Specific Epithelial Responses to Inflammation and Metaplastic Development in the Gastric Corpus
This paper is only available as a PDF. To read, Please Download here. Abstract Background & Aims Chronic atrophic gastritis can lead to gastric metaplasia and increase risk of gastric adenocarcinoma. Metaplasia is a precancerous lesion associated with an increased risk for carcinogenesis, but the mechanism(s) by which inflammation induces metaplasia are poorly understood.
The Follow-Through
Although a term often associated with baseball and other sports, the meaning of “follow-through” goes far beyond that. The definition, as seen in the Free Dictionary is: to engage in an action or complete some task that one said or implied one would do. And according to executive coach Cynthia Corsetti, people who consistently apply follow-through “will complete projects on time, on budget, and with satisfied clients.” In a nutshell, that’s how you succeed in the lumber industry.
Graphalloy Bearings for LNG Pump Problems
By Eric Ford, Graphite Metallizing Corporation Graphalloy bearings and bushings, manufactured by Graphite Metallizing Corporation, are used in many light hydrocarbon pump applications to help eliminate operational problems. Light hydrocarbons are a difficult pump service for bushing selection because they have low lubricity, poor viscosity, and are prone to flashing. Graphalloy is a unique family of graphite-metal alloys.
BlizzCon 2018 in Review: Looking to the Past and the Future
BlizzCon has always been about celebrating the works of Blizzard Entertainment the multitude of fans that made them popular. Cosplay, talent shows, in-depth panels – these events and more have always served as a reminder to that Blizzard has created amazing games that have cultivated a fanbase that is second to none. The tens of thousands that attend BlizzCon and the millions watching via the Virtual Ticket are testament that everything Blizzard does is watched with upmost attention.
BlizzCon 2018: With ‘Diablo: Immortal’ Blizzard Hopes To Get The Full Diablo Experience On The Go
In case you missed our coverage yesterday, BlizzCon’s biggest announcement came in the form of Diablo: Immortal, it’s spin on bringing the Diablo game to mobile platformers. While a certain vein of gamers met the news with angst, those that actually appreciate mobile gaming as a platform met the news with hopeful enthusiasm. Of course, such an announcement was met with a lot of unanswered questions. Would this really be the Diablo experience? How would in-app purchases be handled?
‘Diablo Immortal’ Hands-On - This Will Not Be Good For My Battery
As we reported earlier today, Blizzard made a huge announcement for its mobile fans with the announcement of Diablo Immortal, a new Diablo game for mobile devices. Billed as being a “full fledged RPG,” Diablo Immortal looks to bring the full experience of the Diablo series to mobile while providing an opportunity for Blizzard to explore the twenty series of history y between Diablo II and Diablo III.
A Study of Hospitals Found That Outsider CEOs Make Their Organizations More Productive in the Long Run
According to a study of U.S. hospitals, any type of leadership change will result in short-term adverse impacts on a firm’s operational efficiency, but new CEOs hired from outside the firm experienced a clear advantage in productivity gains over candidates who were hired from within. Still, one study shows that for corporations that can retain their CEOs, patience pays off: Companies that maintain stable leadership come out ahead in productivity.
‘Fortnite: Battle Royale’ Guide: How to Win on Mobile
[appicon] In case you haven’t heard, Fortnite: Battle Royale [] has taken the iOS gaming community by storm even in its current invite-only method of playing the game. This really shouldn’t be a surprise either, considering how well the game runs on current iOS devices, as well as how popular it has become on other platforms. When you fire up the mobile version of this awesome game for the first time, you’ll discover a few differences that may significantly alter how you play the game.
‘Fortnite: Battle Royale’ Initial Impressions: I Can’t Believe How Well This Plays
We were blown away earlier this month when Epic Games announced that Fortnite: Battle Royale would be coming soon to iOS. In case you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last week and a half, Fortnite has been busy overtaking Minecraft and PUBG in popularity while breaking Twitch stream records. A few of us over at TouchArcade were in the first wave of invites went out earlier today to check out the iOS version.
'The Sims Mobile' Guide - How to Play Without Spending Real Money
As we've mentioned in our launch day review, EA and Maxis' The Sims Mobile [Free] is a much better iteration on the popular series's formula than its previous mobile outing. Still, like most other games similar in style and formula, there are quite a few freemium underpinnings to wade through.
'The Sims Mobile' Launch Day Review - Timers are Made for Real Life
We've been keeping tabs on EA and Maxis' The Sims Mobile [$2.99], with the game being in soft launch for almost a year. Well, for iOS gamers in NA, the game has finally exited soft launch and is available for purchase. But, like all freemium games based on popular IPs, there are probably a lot of you out there with one simple question: Is it worth it?
Get a "Cheap" Nintendo Switch Dock Today to Play on Multiple TVs
One of my favorite things about the Nintendo Switch is its inherent portability for gaming on the go. Of course, it’s always a nice option to be able to drag and drop it into the dock for instant access to an HDMI display coupled with the ability to charge. With that amount of flexibility it makes perfect sense that you’d want to have a couple of docks hooked up to whatever displays you want at all times. Unfortunately, at $90 bucks a pop that that flexibility doesn’t come without a price.
'Vainglory' 2.12 Hits, 5v5 Mode Unlocked for All Golden Ticket Holders
Earlier this month we wrote about a significant update to Super Evil Megacorp’s mobile MOBA, Vainglory [Free] . Version 2.12 was slated to significantly revamp the way skins were unlocked in-game as well as update a variety of other facets of the game. Now, Version 2.12 has finally hit, and with it, the launch of the long awaited 5v5 mode to all Golden Ticket holders.
Amazon Has Huge Discounts on Two of Our Favorite Anker USB Hubs Today
As any readers with a MacBook know, there’s always a constant struggle when it comes to getting all your devices sufficiently connected. Since there are only a limited number of USB C ports (particularly if you've got a non-Pro MacBook), most folks are resigned to either hot swap them out as needed or pick up a USC C hub, which can be pretty pricey- Particularly for a decent one.
'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery' Soft Launches on the Google Play Store
We’ve been keeping a close eye on Jam City’s Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery ever since we first got word of it last December and saw its first trailer launch just last week. As a game that has you creating a student avatar and taking that character through the first four years of a Hogwarts education, Mystery has at the possibility of being a interesting game simply from the standpoint of exploring the Harry Potter canon in a new way.
Here's How to Unlock Wonder Woman in 'Arena of Valor' Right Now
Arena of Valor [Free], the latest mobile MOBA to take iOS devices by storm, finally has its first big licensed character hitting the US version of the title. Starting today, players can start the journey to obtain Wonder Woman, the DC-licensed Amazonian Warrior. Starting today, a multitude of quests are now available that will each bestow Wonder Badges.
One of the Best Portable Chargers for the Switch and iOS Devices is On Sale Right Now
One of the worst situations that I ever find myself in is to be out and about with a phone that's pretty close to death. For me that always seems to happen during a long day trip at Disneyland, where the outlets are always camped out (yes, this is actually a thing) and the in-park portable batteries are mediocre at best.
'Vainglory' Previews Significant Skin Revamp for Next Update
Yesterday, the folks over at Super Evil Megacorp unveiled a significant revamping of how skins are crafted within its mobile MOBA Vainglory [Free]. These changes should go quite aways to alleviating some of the longstanding concerns. Any players that have spent significant time within Vainglory have had to deal with the fairly convoluted skin system.
Rhythm Card Battler 'DropMix' On Sale For Half Off
In case you missed it, we’re pretty big fans of the Harmonix card game DropMix [Free]. A crazy mix of physical cards and board game combined with a mobile app infused with Harmonix music magic, DropMix is not only a great game for music fans, it’s also highly approachable and a great family game. The way in which music of all genres can be merged together to create interesting mixes complements the relatively simple competitive battle rules.
Game Dev Tycoon Review
In 2012, Greenheart Games released game developer simulator Game Dev Tycoon [$4.99] for PC players. Billed as somewhat of a basic strategy/simulation title, Tycoon earned a strong player following and has been a favorite indie title on PC for quite some time. Five years later and a mobile version of Tycoon is finally on iOS, where it naturally fits and is an awesome addition to the genre.
'South Park: Phone Destroyer' Guide: How to Win Without Spending Real Money
South Park: Phone Destroyer hits that perfect balance between offering everything you love about a specific IP with approachable, enjoyable gameplay in a freemium setting. Of course, being freemium, Phone Destroyer certainly has its fair share of pay-to-win potentials and skill/pay walls. However, it’s also one of the more forgiving games in terms of being able to continually play the game.
BlizzCon 2017 Recap: Back to Basics
While the majority of our coverage thus far at BlizzCon has centered around the Hearthstone [Free] Kobolds and Caverns Expansion, as well as the pretty awesome new single player Dungeon Run mode that will debut with the expansion, there were plenty of other interesting things that were announced during the opening ceremony and subsequent panels. Stay awhile and listen as we provide a quick summary as to what else is happening in the world of Blizzard.
'Vainglory' 2.9 Unleashes the Churnwalker onto the Halcyon Fold
Earlier this week, the folks over at Super Evil Megacorp released the latest update to their mobile MOBA, Vainglory [Free] . In addition to the requisite balance changes to heroes, items, and talents, Version 2.9 sees the release of new skins (including Halloween themed ones), new items, significant changes to vision, and the launch of the newest hero the Churnwalker. From an items standpoint, Version 2.9 debuts both the Dragon’s Eye and Spellfire.
DropMix Review | TouchArcade
With the physical instruments scene long past peak popularity, the folks over at Harmonix, in conjunction with Hasbro, have moved on to something that’s quite a bit different from the Boston developer’s previous games. DropMix [Free] is a physical board game that’s a delightful mix of approachable card-based gameplay combined with amazing music the Harmonix pedigree.
| Consulting-Specifying Engineer
The conditions inside a coal-fired power plant can place heavy stress on components. In particular, the dampers and burners have to deal with high temperatures and the presence of particulate. Bearings functioning in this environment have to be durable, long-lasting and must be able to operate without frequent maintenance. This was not the case at one North American coal plant.
Facility Chooses Graphite-Metal Alloy Bearings
Sometimes saving money can be expensive. Ads showing that an appliance is more energy efficient than its competition can be convincing, but perhaps spending $800 on a new refrigerator would only save $10 a year. The problem is not limited to consumer goods. Selecting the wrong replacement parts for industrial equipment can also prove to be costly. One Midwest refinery encountered this issue when it replaced the original graphite-metal alloy bearings on two butane cavern pumps with bronze bearings.
Personal Health Record Use in the United States: Forecasting Future Adoption Levels
The 2009 US Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act called for the creation of a meaningful use (MU) incentive program to distribute significant financial support to providers and health systems adopting electronic health record (EHR) technologies [ , ]. The program has been successful in boosting EHR adoption rates at least in the short term by applying exogenous incentives to a market that had otherwise been stalled.
Electronic Health Records Hold Great Promise for Long-Term Care Facilities
Health IT holds great promise for improving health care quality and safety and reducing the costs of providing care in long-term care facilities. Numerous empirical studies conducted in other health settings support the view that health IT can help health care providers to reduce errors, improve safety and quality, and decrease costs.
Apple Watch Games - First Impressions of ‘Spy_Watch,’ ‘Letterpad,’ ‘Watch Quest’ and ‘Runeblade’
After an introduction last year, a slow trickle of information and a pre-order period of two weeks, Apple Watch is here at least. If you listen to the ravings on the Internet, I’m apparently one of the lucky few to score an Apple Watch delivery here. For all the other folks celebrating Christmas in April with a Apple’s latest piece of hardware, here are some first impressions of a few of the dozens of games already available for the device.
Final Fantasy: Record Keeper Review
I have to admit, since the travesty that was Free ], I lost all hope of seeing a good mobilegame that would not only embrace some of the unique intricacies of the platform but do so in a way that didn’t make the whole experience feel sleazy. Yet, here we are with, a collaboration between DeNA and the folks at Square Enix and a title has single handedly restored my faith as to the potential of this franchise and genre on mobile.
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