Detrex Corporation Reports Profit for the Second Quarter of 2011

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. -- Detrex Corporation (Pink Sheets: DTRX), a diversified manufacturer of PVC and CPVC pipe, duct and shapes and specialty chemicals including additives for industrial petroleum products and high purity hydrochloric acid, today announced second quarter 2011 net income of $1,267,352, or $0.78 per fully diluted share, compared to net income of $769,029, or $0.49 per fully diluted share, in the second quarter of last year. Year-to-date net income was $2,536,496 or $1.56 per fully diluted share, compared to net income of $1,114,238, or $0.70 per fully diluted share, in the same period of 2010.

Commenting on the Company’s results for the first half of 2011, President and CEO Tom Mark said, “Both Harvel and Elco are achieving remarkable results in an economic environment that is still challenging. We remain optimistic about continued solid performance in the months to come based on the value of our product offering and relationships with our customers. Raw material costs have been increasing significantly, and we are striving to adjust selling prices proportionately.”The growth in the first half of the year resulted in a working capital increase of $2.96 million, however this increase in working capital leveled off in the second quarter and began to decline as receivables began to catch up. As a result, bank debt increased by approximately $1.7 million in the first half of the year, which includes a decrease of $783,000 in the second quarter. Detrex said it continued to manage liquidity very closely to continue to fund its legacy liabilities. Nonetheless, the Company maintained ample availability under its current credit agreement.The year-to-date sales increase was comprised of 51.7% growth at Elco and 17.9% growth at Harvel. Elco continued to generate growth from generally improved market demand as well as new business. Harvel’s growth was the result of improving conditions in its industrial end markets as well as increased penetration in a number of sectors. Both companies achieved additional volume across almost all product lines, and the sales increase also reflects higher pricing due to the effects of rising raw material costs.The earnings improvement is the result of a combination of higher volume, better margins from improved pricing power and continued expense control. A portion of the earnings improvement was offset by an environmental charge of $550,000 in the second quarter and $1 million year-to-date which reflect the Company’s current practice of replenishing the environmental reserve by an amount at least equal to spending in the current year. No such charges were made in the first half of 2010.Second quarter net sales increased 22% to $29.5 million from $24.2 million in the comparable period last year. On a year-to-date basis, sales were $58.9 million, an increase of $13.5 million, or 29.8% compared to the prior year. The second quarter and year-to-date increase in sales was the result of gains in both of the Company’s subsidiaries, The Elco Corporation and Harvel Plastics, Inc.[Table Omitted]

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Research and Markets: Growing Demand of PVC and HSAW Pipes is Expected to Boost the Overall Pipe Industry, Finds Netscribes

DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/934e68/pipe_market_in_ind) has announced the addition of the "Pipe Market in India 2011" report to their offering.

The competition section provides a product matrix with brief profiles of the major players in the market along with their financials. Key development section highlights the major happenings in the pipe industry.Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., launches a report on the Pipe Industry in India 2011 as part of Netscribes' Manufacturing Industry report series.An analysis of drivers explains growth factors such as increasing spend by the government on various oil & natural gas projects and hence the need for pipelines. This also explains the special emphasis on the major upcoming pipelines and the expansion of city gas distribution network. Expansion of water projects and the focus of government towards urban development, competitive edge of Indian players with respect to European counterparts and the tremendous growth in real estate and auto sector are the other important drivers The key challenges identified include rising input costs, appreciation of rupee and tremendous competition from the Chinese manufacturers. Recent trends in pipe market include increasing popularity of PVC pipes, preference of HSAW pipes in comparison to LSAW pipes and entry barrier for a new player.For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/934e68/pipe_market_in_ind

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/934e68/pipe_market_in_ind

Tips On Home Made NFT Hydroponics Systems

Nft hydroponics systems have been round since the mid 60�s Allen cooper of England developed nutrient film technique.

As an avid gardener for many years and also worked in garden nursery's with interests in hydroponics stretching back to the early 90's.All rock wool fibre has a high PH value, which if not balanced to your hydroponic nutrients solutions PH value before use, will throw you your hydro fertilizer off wake, �above 6.5� so soak in a water solution of 3 Ph, over night in a bucket first, then squeeze out the excess water before installing.MAKING YOUR OWN NFT HYDROPONICS SYSTEMIn siol, a grower needs to be very experienced to know exactly how much to feed there plants, too much and the plants will not be able to access oxygen, too little and the plants will lose the ability to transport nutrients, which are typically moved into the root while in the solution.One of the biggest mistakes �not the only one though� is using oval guttering for your homemade system, as the very nature of this system is to have a film of water �between 1mm & 3mm� over a fairly wide surface area, so as you can see, using a round water gully is somewhat pointless.You�ll probably have noticed from looking at other nft hydroponics homemade system setups that square rock wool cubes are mainly used, but as my NFT system is a also homemade, I�ve tried keeping the cost down as 70 rockwool cubes would have cost a few quid. so to avoid this expense, my alternative, Earthwool zero carbon loft insulation, the roll covers 8sq meters, so I�m guessing that�s enough to fill my pots and the best part is that the hole roll cost me 5 quid from my local hardware store.If you do try these pvc pipe hydroponic pots with Earthwool zero carbon loft insulation then you�ll need to roll the earthwool up fairly tightly, so�s the nutrient rich water solution is drown up the rock wool.� GLUING YOUR HYDOPONICS HOMEMADE NFT SYSTEM TOGETHER� NFT HYDROPONICS HOMEMADE MEDIUM �TOP TIP�� REMEMBER� NFT WATER TANKUsing the right water pump is also very important, as having on that to large/powerful, will mean you having to restrict the flow from your reservoir, which will put a strain on the water pump and at the same time, may over heat your nutrient solution too as the max temperature for the water solution is 21c, any hotter and nutrient lock out will take over and some algae may start growing too.� NFT WATER PUMP to large/powerfulDepending on the high or distance your water nutrient solution needs to travel, take my vertical NFT hydroponics system for example, the height of which the water needs to travel is two meters, so a 1000 Litre an hour water pump is just right for the job, although with a horizontal NFT hydroponics growing system, getting hold of a pump that�s to small to manage the small vertical clime is fairly difficult, as I�ve even used a bird bath fountain pump before, but I don�t recommend these pumps as there not all that cheap and also break down more than most pumps too.Because NFT hydroponic systems are so susceptible to pump and other failures, I use soaka felt that�s used in bench top growing to soak up excess water and to help with stopping plants from falling over, as plant roots grow into the felt side of the matting, and its ideal for NFT systems as a fail safe, if placed in the bottoms of the NFT channels it will help eliminate any dry spots accruing as the roots grow within the growing channels, as the roots grow, some damming of the water solution may accrue, and at least this felt will help with damming and also pump failure.� NFT WATER PUMP to small/underpoweredChoose a Tank that�s no higher than your lowest gully, and of course it need to be light proofed to fervent algae growth and also large enough for lots of nutrient enriched water.Alternatively you could use rock wool slabs, take the plastic wrap off and cut the rock wool slab into slices, doing it this way would also keep costs down.Choosing the right glue to keep nft systems water tight, and keeping the pvc pipes water-tight, well you have a couple of options, I�ve tried both of these and each work well, utility/ bathroom/kitchen, silicone sealant is fine to use, or pvc piping and guttering is also very good too, which ever one you do you use, you�ll need to lightly rub the surface where sealing is needed with some sand paper to ensure good contact.Making your hydroponic NFT system water tight, at the same time as being able to remove the channels from a homemade NFT hydroponic setup is easy enough as long as you give a little thought into how.As you can imagine, using a squire gully makes life a lot easer as the fidally job of light proofing your water channel, by other means has already been taken care of, all that�s left for you is to blank of the end and cutting out some holes for your plants to grow in, also a way for the nutrients to recalculate back to your nutrient tankThe fact that nutrient film technique hydroponics has many advantages other soil culture, but the biggest is the fact that the root system of the plants have constant access to oxygen and that plants have access to as much or as little water as they need, this is important as one of the most common errors when growing is over/and under watering, and that hydroponics prevents this from occurring as large amounts of water can be made available to the plants roots and water that�s not used simply drains away, recalculating and then actively aerated, which eliminates anoxic conditions which can cause problems in root systems.Pots that I�ve made for the NFT gullies, all the PVC pipe is, 40mm waste piping, that cut to length, plus a bit extra so�s I can pull the pot out when needed, oh yeah a small groove that will let water underneath the pots easily, Earthwool zero carbon loft insulation IS VERY loose/ airy, and in my opinion is better than the ready bought cubes, as you can decide how airy you need your medium to be, and also mix with other hydro growing mediums if you wish.As your water needs only to be 1mm to 2mm depth within the water gully channel, so any lip/ edges need to be as flat as the base of the gully, any extra height will increase the depth of the water dramatically, and may cause some water logging at the far end.

As an avid gardener for many years and also worked in garden nursery's with interests in hydroponics stretching back to the early 90's.

Author: Timothy Belk

Cold Weather and Frozen Pipes

Cold weather is a big problem for home and property owners- especially if you�ve moved and your home is setting empty. Why? PLUMBING!

- Lastly, if you experience flooding or water damage from a broken pipe, be sure to watch the home for mold or mildew. Black mold can be a serious after effect to a flooded home that�s far worse to deal with than the actual water damage.The last piece of advice is always the best... If you fail to unthaw the pipe, call a licensed plumber before the pipe breaks.How to keep it from happening�- Drain and store outside garden hoses.- Your home should have inside valves on your outdoor water supply lines. Close them, then open the outside faucet and let the water drain. Leave the outside faucet open all winter.If your home gets too cold, the water in your pipes can freeze overnight and then burst in the day when it warms back up. This leaves the potential for extensive flooding and water damage to your home. The pipes you need to be most concerned about are those that have the most exposure to the cold -- outdoor hose faucets, swimming pool supply lines, underground sprinkler systems, and plumbing in unheated basements, crawl spaces, attics and garages. Pipes that run against exterior walls are also at risk.- Keep the home temperature set to no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit. I know it�s tempting to turn the thermostat down when you leave town for a few weeks or if you have an unsold home that is setting empty, but the higher heat bill is quickly offset by the cost of repairing a pipe and cleaning up water damage.When it�s cold outside, you should periodically check all the faucets in your home. If it doesn�t work or water is just a trickle you may have frozen water in your pipes. Attempt to locate the frozen area by looking in the area most likely to freeze- i.e. the coldest. Use a heat lamp, space heater, hair dryer or electrical heat pad to begin to thaw out the pipes. Remember to keep the faucet open as you work. That's because running water will help melt the ice faster. Apply heat until full water pressure is restored, then consider going to your neighborhood hardware store to purchase insulation for the areas of the pipe that froze (to help prevent it from happening again).DO NOT use any sort of blow torch or open flame to warm the pipes. I can not stress this enough, so let me say it again. DO NOT use an open flame. First off, an open flame is a fire hazard and if you are working in a confined area there is a threat of carbon monoxide poisoning. Every year there is a story in the news of some person burning down their home or suffocating themselves to death while working on frozen pipes.- If you haven�t already done so, drain the water from your swimming pool and lawn sprinkler system. As mentioned above, insulate plumbing that's most susceptible to freezing. You can find supplies at your local hardware store, Home Depot, or Lowes.What to do�The second reason not to use an open flame is if it gets too hot you can melt your pipes (especially PVC plastic pipes). Third, too much heat too quickly creates the potential for an explosion. That�s because water expands as it gets hot. A blow torch or other device will cause the water to boil, and boiling water trapped in the middle of a frozen pipe has no place to expand- so it explodes.

- Lastly, if you experience flooding or water damage from a broken pipe, be sure to watch the home for mold or mildew. Black mold can be a serious after effect to a flooded home that�s far worse to deal with than the actual water damage.

Author: Darin "Sid" Cameron

PEX Manifold - The Top 5 Installation Schemes

Pex manifold is polyethylene which has been cross-linked to create a much stronger material that last for a longer period of time. It can withstand extreme temperatures without cracking or falling apart. If you are planning on using the Pex plumbing system to replace or repair your old pipes but is unsure how to make repairs yourself, know that there are five different ways to install pex plumbing system:

PVC windows and doors come out way ahead on conserving energy. ENERGY STAR © certified products like vinyl windows/ doors are guaranteed to be energy efficient, saving on heating and cooling costs for the consumer. When installed and maintained properly, PVC/vinyl windows and doors promise a long and reliable service life including energy savings for the consumer. "Vinyl windows are the number one choice in the residential new home construction and replacement market due to their ability to provide consumers with both environmental and economic benefits - energy efficiency, low maintenance and exceptional durability." Dr. Moore says.This system is much like conventional copper pipe system, which uses trunk lines to provide smaller branch lines that run to the fixtures. What sets Pex trunk and branch system is that there is no need for any coupling fittings at all. Compared to copper trunk and branch system, pex tubing reduces the chances of leaks and allows sweeping turns because pex are very flexible."Recent life-cycle studies show the health and environmental impacts of vinyl building products are comparable to or less than the impacts of other competing products," says Dr. Moore, who advises organizations on sustainability. "PVC/vinyl windows are so durable and long-lasting that the vast majority of them installed over the past two decades are still in use and therefore not yet eligible for end-of-life or post-consumer recycling. However, when PVC windows/doors come out of service - like all polyvinyl chloride products - they can be recycled.This set up is the combination of both trunk and brand and home-run schemes where the manifolds are fixed in accessible locations close to multiple fittings. The hot and cold water trunk lines are connected to the remote manifold and each branch line run through each fixture. Though remote manifold set-ups require more fittings that home-run set up, they need lesser piping.This scheme is very much similar to home-run scheme though this set up use a number of flow-through manifolds instead of the usual central manifolds. One advantage of this set up is that it uses less pex tubing and deliver heated water faster than any pex schemes mentioned in this article.Vinyl windows perform favourably in terms of energy efficiency, thermal-insulating value and have low contribution to greenhouse gases. Since PVC/vinyl windows and doors are lighter in weight, transportation costs are also lower."The Canadian Plastics Industry Association is the national voice of Canada's plastics industry, representing the interests of processors, material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, recyclers and brand owners across the country.Modified Home-Run SchemeVinyl is widely used for building and construction because it is strong, resistant to moisture and abrasion, will not rot or corrode, does not require painting and can be cleaned with mild cleaning products. It is ideally suited for windows/doors, pipes, cladding, fencing, decking, roofing, wallcoverings and flooring. There is little waste: "Virtually all of the vinyl is converted into product," says Dr Patrick Moore. "The scrap, trim and off-spec material is recycled from the vinyl production process. This adds up to more than 1 billion pounds per year. This means that 99% of all manufactured vinyl is made into products - not sent to landfills."

This scheme is very much similar to home-run scheme though this set up use a number of flow-through manifolds instead of the usual central manifolds. One advantage of this set up is that it uses less pex tubing and deliver heated water faster than any pex schemes mentioned in this article.

Author: Trinh Jaconskii

"PVC / Vinyl Windows and Doors Are the Greenest Choice" Says Greenpeace Co-Founder Dr. Patrick Moore

There are so many reasons why vinyl (PVC) makes for superior doors and windows, not the least of which are environmental. From beginning to end, PVC has one of the smallest carbon footprints of all comparable building materials. Vinyl is one of the world's most versatile plastics and is used to make everything from medical devices to flooring.

The concept of structured plumbing is the redistribution of heated water with the manifolds set in group fixtures. The hot water line requires open-ended manifolds so that the heated water return line creates an extension to the heated water supply. Because water is redistributed, this scheme reduces energy and water usage, making it ideal for homeowners who prefer cost-effective, energy-efficient plumbing scheme.Remote Manifold SchemeThis scheme uses hot and cold-water pex manifold to deliver water all over your house. For this system, the main water lines as well as the heater line are fed in the manifold while the smaller lines are connected from the pex manifold to the individual fittings. Generally, this set up requires the manifold to be installed in a central area in the home such as the basement or service closet. Manifold for the heated water is fitted no closer than 18 inches to the heater while the manifold for cold water is fixed beside the heated water manifold.Trunk and Branch SchemeVinyl is largely derived from salt via chlorine, an abundant and inexpensive resource. While some, such as Greenpeace, denounce chlorine, Dr. Moore, a founder of the group who later left in part due to his science-based understanding of the benefits of chlorine says, "Chlorine is the most important element in the periodic table for public health and medicine. It purifies our drinking water and contributes to many of our prescription medicines, thereby preventing the spread of disease."Structured Plumbing Scheme

Contacts: Canadian Plastics Industry Association Darlene Gray 905.678.7748 ext. 239 www.plastics.ca

Sewer Connection Guidelines to Prevent Sewage Cleanup in Belleville, IL

In order to connect the sewer of the building to the main sewer provided by the city, there are certain regulations that residents of Belleville must follow. These are to maintain a sense of order and to protect the interests of the majority of the people. It is only in this situation that sewage cleanup in Belleville, IL can be avoided for more residents.

You will then use the 1� wooden screws to fasten one end of the bracket to the board, and the other end to the pole. As I mentioned above, if you can find brackets that have 2 holes on each end, if will be even more secure.Platform Bed - Roundover InstructionThe minimum size of the pipe should be four inches in diameter for residential structures. For buildings that have heavier users such as churches, schools, or duplexes, the size is increased to six inches. One clean out should be built within five feet of the building foundation. The sewer piping should not be reduced in size in consideration of the direction of the flow of water. Otherwise, there is a risk for backlog and the need of sewage cleanup in Belleville, IL arises.Nominal Fitting Diameter

Finally, all the connections and materials that are employed should have the approval of the superintendent of sewers or his representative before any kind of work is done.

Author: Leo Nov

Storing You Silk Flower Stems For Silk Flower Arrangements and other Crafts

Storing Silk Flower Stems for your Silk Flower Arrangements and other Crafts.

Finally, all the connections and materials that are employed should have the approval of the superintendent of sewers or his representative before any kind of work is done.1� woods screws (approx 30)3" or Morepower screwdriver if you have it)2� sq. piece of �� particle boardPower drill1/8"Now that we have one on, we can figure out how we are going to position the rest. You can definitely experiment with this depending on the length of your silk flower stems, but in most cases I found two idea methods:3 x L shaped bracket (should have at least a drilled whole in each in, two in each end would be even better. Make sure the holes are not larger than the head on the 1� wood screws.)3/4" - 2"Once you have proceeded to fasten each of your 4� rings to the pole, you should find that you can easily adjust their angle to accommodate the different lengths of stems and what is beneath and below each ring. Once completed, you can then fill each ring with your silk flower stems.A small wood router can work well for this task. In fact, if you can gently hold the router in some sort of clamping or holding device like a vise, bit side up, then hold the fitting as you feed it into the cutter. Be careful not to squeeze the router case too hard. A router table may work, but sometimes it can be too restricting. Be careful not to get your fingers too close to the cutting blade. Also, it's always a good idea to wear safety goggles, a dust face mask over your nose and mouth, plus ear plugs.Staggering the rings around the pole as you work your way up orIn open areas where you can�t place the large 4� pipe pieces, you can then place these small pieces perpendicular with the ground against the pole to hold additional small silk flower supplies (close against the pole) out of the way of the larger holders.The other item the craftsman can do to add elegance to a project is to round over the sharp corners of the Pipe Fitting�s socket bells. This can be done by hand filing, but that is quite tedious. The best way to do this is with a small wood router with roundover bit. As the Table below shows, the roundover bit should have a pilot bearing and be of the correct size for the socket bell wall thickness.(White or Black Color)Bit Cutting Radius6� long / 4� diameter PVC pipeFor your crafters that like to work with silk flowers for all your many hobbies, if you are like me, it is hard to find a method of storage for all your silk flower supplies. I like making silk flower arrangements, artificial floral candle rings and wreaths, you usually like to keep supplies around since you find great deals when you�re shopping. You probably have found that storing them by laying them down does nothing but ruin its posture. Or storing them in vases takes up a lot of floor or shelf space, and you also have to compensate for the size of each container. Today I wanted provide a quick how to article stepping you through the process of creating a platform that allows you to store your many different silk flower supplies with a small foot print.We will now proceed to take the second 6� long PVC pipe and cut it in segments of 4� long pieces. This should give you approximately 18 pieces. This might or might not be enough depending on how big you are making this or how much you want to cram in on this pole. If you need more, you�ll need another pole PVC pipe to cut more 4� long pieces.You could leave an area for hanging silk flower wreaths or silk flower candle rings. Based on the diameter of your wreaths or candle rings, you would leave this much room on the pole before your holders start. Then taking a 1� PVC pipe (length is up to you) and by drilling a slightly bigger hole through the middle of the main pole, slide your 1� pipe through and create a place to �hang� your wreaths and candle rings.the Platform Bed. They have even been accented with simulated brass trim. http://www.eplansets.com/The photograph shows how the rounded over fittings look on the footboard ofThere should also be sufficient bedding material available on site to provide at least two inches of cover of the building sewer once approval by the inspector has been achieved. During inspection, the tap, fittings, and pipes should still be seen.With the 2� particle board flat on the ground we will stand the 6� long, 4� diameter PVC pipe on end on top of, and in the middle of the board we have flat on the ground. (This is the only part an extra pair of hands would come in handy).Equipment you will need:The sewer lines should be made out of vitrified clay pipe, cast iron soil pipe, or PVC sewer pipe that conforms to the regulations issued by the government. When the building sewer is to be built using the PVC pipe, then there should be at least two inches of bedding of an approved granular material to the center line of the pipe that is made from the same material. The length of the building should be at this condition until it has passed an inspection by the city inspector.(Beige Color)Holding the 4� pipe piece against the pipe, we are going to line up the side that is the very opposite side from the side you drilled the hole. It would be idea to have someone hold this piece so you can concentrate on fastening. Place the wooden screw inside the ring, using your other hand feed the screwdriver through the hole. And commence with fastening the screw through the ring into the pole.With a tight fit, you should find that you can swivel the ring around. We will want to put it at 90 degree angle to figure out where the next one will go.You can change the dimensions of this design to fit your needs easily. I am making this at 6� high, but could be at any height, but I probably wouldn�t go below 3�. Once you get the hang of what you are accomplishing it will be a breeze to complete. The hardest part will be figuring out the layout of what you want.If you are lucky to have someone hold the pipe the following will not be a problem. We are going to take the 3 �L� shaped brackets and place them equally around the pipe, with one end flush against the side of the pipe, while the other end of the bracket is flush with board.When placing the bunches of stems in each ring, be careful not to overcrowdItems you will need:1/2"

You could leave an area for hanging silk flower wreaths or silk flower candle rings. Based on the diameter of your wreaths or candle rings, you would leave this much room on the pole before your holders start. Then taking a 1� PVC pipe (length is up to you) and by drilling a slightly bigger hole through the middle of the main pole, slide your 1� pipe through and create a place to �hang� your wreaths and candle rings.

Author: Max McCarty

Creating Elegance With a Plastic Pipe Project

Just like with any Woodworking or Furniture Building project, the key element in doing elegant work with PVC Plastic Pipe & Pipe Fittings, is craftsmanship. Work carefully and pay attention to details. Some people do not understand that making things from Plastic Pipe can lead to beautiful creations. That is what needs some explanation.

The premise for the design is to take advantage of height and shape of silk flower stems to �stack� your silk flowers in an organized and easily maintainable way. You can picture a pole to hang coats, but instead of hooks were going to use rings to hold the flowers at an angle.1/4"Phillips Screwdriver (the neck of the screw driver �the metal part- will need to be most likely 5-6� long.As another example, making a very simple project, like our Under Desktop CPU Holder out of CPVC Plastic Pipe, is much easier than making it as a woodworking project or a metal working project. All PVC Plastic Pipe fittings have a natural aesthetic beauty. It has something to do with the implied �flow� or flowing characteristics. Adding to the beauty and character is the way the socket bells of each fitting are expanded to fit around the Pipe.All the items I mentioned above can be obtained from your local hardware store. You are also not required to have exactly those dimensions. If your retailer carries 3� diameter PVC only, you can use that, it just won�t hold as many silk flower stems as a 4� or 5� diameter pipe. The �L� shaped brackets are used for securing items like two boards perpendicular to each other. In our case, were going to use it to fasten the polePVC or ABSWe are now going to use our drill to drill �a� hole on one side of each of the 4� long pieces of PVC pipe we cut. Make sure to drill the hole in the dead middle of the ring. To be clearer, I mean the middle as in between the top and bottom of the ring. We are going to use this hole, to put our long neck Phillips screwdriver through in order to turn the screw that will fasten the opposite side to the pole (more on that in a minute).PVCOnce you are done drilling the hole through all the pieces, we are going to start at the bottom of the pole and work our way up. You must stop and understand that the intentions are not to set the holder so it is holding the group of silk flower stems perpendicular to the ground. Rather at a 90 degree angle. This is important as you will want to start high enough off the ground on the pole so that at 90 degrees the bottom of the stems is not touching the ground. You will probably have to put your stems through the ring (holder) and place against the pole to find the right starting point. This is where you would hold them at a 90 degree angle to get the right height.Other great ideas is taking small 2�-3� pipe and cutting into 5� lengthsApprox 3/8 drill bit (must drill holes bigger than the head of your wood screws)Some type of power saw or hand saw to cut the PVC pipe.Let�s start by picturing your standard pole for hanging coats on. We�re going to recreate this concept by fastening one of the poles to the 2� sq particle board we have.Below are a couple additional tips:Picture a candy cane strip as it works its way up the pole.1/2" - 1"CPVC6� long / 5� diameter PVC pipeThe connection made with the sewer of the city should be characterized as either a "WYE" or "TEE" branch. If this is not possible, the connections should have to be approved drilled or sawed tap and saddle. Under no circumstance should the sanitary sewer be broken.(TIP) if don�t have someone that can support the pole, you can opt to set the brackets around the pipe the way they will end up, mark the holes on the board (only), then remove the pipe. You can then proceed to fasten the brackets to the 2� sq particle board first. Then proceed to put the pipe back in-between all three brackets and finish off securing the top part of each bracket to the pipe - make sure the pipe is plumb (straight up and down).1/16"For example, making a project like the Platform Bed out of PVC Plastic Pipe is easier than making it as a woodworking project. For instance, making a bed with this much detail out of wood, would require cutting each piece to width, height and length. With our Plastic Pipe Platform Bed, you just have to cut the various pieces of Pipe to the lengths in the "Cutting Schedule" provided in the Project ePlanSet. The equivalent woodworking project requires making special joints. The Plastic Pipe project does not. The assembly of a Plastic Pipe Project requires the use of a rubber mallet. If you choose to build our Platform Bed, the alignment of all the pieces and gluing are made very easy, if you follow the Project ePlanSet instructions.

the Platform Bed. They have even been accented with simulated brass trim. http://www.eplansets.com/

Author: Doug Stahnke

Detrex Corporation Reports Profit for the Second Quarter of 2011

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. -- Detrex Corporation (Pink Sheets: DTRX), a diversified manufacturer of PVC and CPVC pipe, duct and shapes and specialty chemicals including additives for industrial petroleum products and high purity hydrochloric acid, today announced second quarter 2011 net income of $1,267,352, or $0.78 per fully diluted share, compared to net income of $769,029, or $0.49 per fully diluted share, in the second quarter of last year. Year-to-date net income was $2,536,496 or $1.56 per fully diluted share, compared to net income of $1,114,238, or $0.70 per fully diluted share, in the same period of 2010.

[Table Omitted]Remove the garden hose cap from the other end of the PVC pipe, and fill the pipe with pre-mixed (ready to use) RoundUp. Replace the garden hose cap and you have yourself a weed dabber. The RoundUp will seep out the hole in the end of the pipe cap and be absorbed by the sponge. As long as the garden hose cap is tight, the vacuum in the pipe will keep the herbicide from running out too fast. Once the sponge is damp, you can start dabbing weeds. Remember, you only want the weeds damp and not dripping wet. As long as you are leaving some RoundUp on the weeds as you dab them, the herbicide should kill them.The earnings improvement is the result of a combination of higher volume, better margins from improved pricing power and continued expense control. A portion of the earnings improvement was offset by an environmental charge of $550,000 in the second quarter and $1 million year-to-date which reflect the Company’s current practice of replenishing the environmental reserve by an amount at least equal to spending in the current year. No such charges were made in the first half of 2010.Now you are ready to attach your wind turbine to the tower and wire everything so you can start producing your own electrical energy. I realize this is just a glimpse of how I built my own wind turbine, but it gives you a starting point to build your own. I have a guide that I used available at my website.Start by going to your hardware store and buying a piece of 1- 1/2� PVC pipe. You only need a piece 30� long, but they might make you buy a 10' section. It's pretty cheap though. You'll need a plastic PVC cap for one end of the pipe, and on the other end you'll need an adapter to convert the PVC pipe to a standard pipe thread. You'll have to let the clerk at the hardware store help you find the best combination of fittings to use. What you need to do is to get the PVC pipe reduced down to a male garden hose type fitting. Hardware stores sell brass fittings that convert standard pipe thread to the same thread used on garden hoses.Now I am ready to fabricate my turbine blades that will turn the motor in the wind. I used a piece of 6� PVC schedule 40 white plumbing pipe, and I cut it into 3 equal pieces 36� long. These must be cut exact so that very little balancing will have to be done. To be honest with you it took me two tries at this to get it right.

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How to Make a Weed Dabber

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Statements included in this press release that are not historical in nature are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “1995 Act”). The words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “guidance,” “target” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. The Company cautions readers that forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Certain risks and uncertainties are identified from time to time in the Company’s reports. Some factors that could cause results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements include: market conditions, environmental remediation costs, pension expense and funding requirements, liquidation value of assets, and marketability of real estate and the market value and future liquidity of Detrex stock. The Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the 1995 Act.One problem that as always been a part of a horizontal wind turbines is called wire twist, were the constant wind change of direction will cause the wire to twist and eventually brake. To solve this problem I devised a simple stop system by drilling a hole through the 1-1/2� PVC just above the rigid conduit, with a �� hole. I placed a 2� long �� bolt through the hole securing it with a nut and lock washer. Next, I placed a 3� piece of �� rod or bolt secured vertically to the end of the 2� rigid conduit, spacing it away from the 1-1/2� PVC so it doesn�t rub. I secured the vertical bolt with 2 hose clamps around the 2� rigid conduit.Cut a piece of pipe 30� long and glue the pipe cap on one end, and the PVC to pipe thread adapter on the other end. Apply a small amount of pipe dope or Teflon tape to the threads of the adapter, and screw the male garden house fitting onto the adapter. Screw the garden hose cap to the male garden hose fitting.Next I needed a way to allow the wind turbine to pivot freely in the wind, so I got a 3� PVC tee fitting. However, I decided to use a 2� rigid mast for my tower which allowed me to reduce the tee fitting down to 1-1/2� PVC pipe which slips nicely into the 2� rigid conduit allowing a smooth turning point.Depending on the temperatures, it could take a week or so before you can see the effects of the herbicide. If the sponge gets too dry you can loosen the cap a little to release the vacuum and more herbicide will be released onto the sponge. Or you can simply turn the tool upside down and that should let some air into the chamber, thus releasing the vacuum. As always, read the label and follow the directions on the herbicide package.Now back to the end of the pipe that you glued the pipe cap to. Drill a very small hole right in the middle of the pipe cap. You might have to experiment a little with the size of the hole you need, but make sure you start with a very small hole. I'd start with 1/16�. Cut a piece of regular household sponge in a square about 1-1/2� square. What you are going to do is place this sponge over the small hole you drilled in the pipe cap, and secure it there by covering it with a piece of lightweight screen or mesh cloth. Maybe even a piece of an onion bag. You can secure the mesh to the PVC pipe with a hose clamp, or electrical tape.The growth in the first half of the year resulted in a working capital increase of $2.96 million, however this increase in working capital leveled off in the second quarter and began to decline as receivables began to catch up. As a result, bank debt increased by approximately $1.7 million in the first half of the year, which includes a decrease of $783,000 in the second quarter. Detrex said it continued to manage liquidity very closely to continue to fund its legacy liabilities. Nonetheless, the Company maintained ample availability under its current credit agreement.The PVC fittings have to be glued on so you'll have to pick up some PVC pipe glue and cleaner. You have to use the cleaner to remove the film and gloss from the PVC pipe and fittings before you glue them. Once you have them cleaned, just apply a coating of glue to both the pipe and the fitting, slide the fitting on and twist it at the same time. Hold the fitting tight for 60 seconds and it will be glued tightly.

Depending on the temperatures, it could take a week or so before you can see the effects of the herbicide. If the sponge gets too dry you can loosen the cap a little to release the vacuum and more herbicide will be released onto the sponge. Or you can simply turn the tool upside down and that should let some air into the chamber, thus releasing the vacuum. As always, read the label and follow the directions on the herbicide package.

Author: Michael McGroarty

How I Built My Own Wind Turbine

I want to reveal to you how I constructed my own wind system from start to finish. Here is a list of materials that I used to get started. I purchased a DC permanent magnet motor from eBay. The motor is a 48 volt dc motor that as an rpm rating of 2000 rpm, which means at 12 volts dc it, has an output of 5.8 amps at 500 rpm which is ideal to charge a 12 volt battery system.

I decided to make my wind turbine out of PVC pipe which is readily available at your local home supply store. The diameter of my motor is 3� so I used 3� PVC pipe so that I could slip the motor inside the PVC pipe. First I quartered the 3� PVC just enough to allow the motor to slip in the PVC easily. Now that I know how to easily slip the motor in the pipe I used 2 large hose clamps to secure the motor in the PVC.The weed dabber is a tool used for spot treating weeds without getting the herbicide on other plants.Next I decided to use a piece of 2� PVC for a tail section. I made the wind tail section out of a piece of Plexiglas I had, approximately 12� high and 24� long. I split the 2� PVC 24� long vertically to allow the piece of Plexiglas to fit between the PVC and drilled through the PVC and the vertical tail section so I could bolt it securely in place. You must balance the tail section with the motor installed in the 3� PVC so that it balances at the pivot point of the 2� rigid conduit allowing smooth turning. I had to cut off my 2� PVC until it balanced perfectly.Commenting on the Company’s results for the first half of 2011, President and CEO Tom Mark said, “Both Harvel and Elco are achieving remarkable results in an economic environment that is still challenging. We remain optimistic about continued solid performance in the months to come based on the value of our product offering and relationships with our customers. Raw material costs have been increasing significantly, and we are striving to adjust selling prices proportionately.”The tool that I am going to tell you about is for using herbicides such as RoundUp. The biggest mistakes that people make when using non-selective herbicides like RoundUp is overspray getting the herbicide on plants that they did not intend to spray, and over applying the product. If you spray to the point of run off, you are applying way too much.

Now you are ready to attach your wind turbine to the tower and wire everything so you can start producing your own electrical energy. I realize this is just a glimpse of how I built my own wind turbine, but it gives you a starting point to build your own. I have a guide that I used available at my website.

Author: Jerry Standefer

How To Build A Bird House

How To Build A Bird House - If you enjoy spending time around birds then you may want to build a birdhouse. Building a birdhouse is a great way to become a companion of birds. Birdhouses add attractiveness to any landscape. Crafting, designing and building birdhouses is a in-expensive hobby.

First, put a marshmallow in the beginning of the nozzle, the top piece. Do not put it in the barrel. Then blow one big breath of air, not a long weak breath. The bigger and harder the breath, the farther the marshmallow will go. To have even more fun, meet your friends at the park and have a really big marshmallow gun war.Since you know how to build and shoot a marshmallow gun or shooter, run out to the store and buy your supplies. Before you know it, you will be shooting marshmallows with your own gun.7. Let dry overnight.3. Cut four pieces of PVC pipe 1/3 of the barrel, two for the handles and two for connecting pieces of PVC pipe together. Cut one piece 1/3 of your handles. Cut one more piece of PVC pipe 1/2 of your barrel.For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/934e68/pipe_market_in_indIt is important not to use metal to build your birdhouse, not even nails; use non-toxic outdoor wood glue. Metal can become very hot when the sun is beating down on it, plus it can have very sharp edges. Wood is the best material to build a birdhouse. To keep water out of the entrance of the birdhouse you need the roof to pitch enough to shed water.3. Get two T's, two elbows, and two caps. Place the smallest piece of PVC pipe in between the two T's. Now put two of the PVC pipe (1/3 size of the barrel) on top and bottom of the T's. Place a cap on the bottom PVC pipe and an elbow on the top PVC pipe. Put the barrel in the t that's PVC pipe has a cap on the end of it.For more great information be sure and visit:5. Place the last PVC pipe (that is 1/3 the size of the barrel) on the T. Place the last cap on the PVC pipe that is a 1/3 size of the barrel.

Don't forget to treat your feathered friend with feeders, bird baths or bird pond sprinkle the area with some wild flower seeds. When your wild flower are in bloom your feathered friend will provide you with constant delight. ~ Anthony Benjamin ~ http://www.mysecretsites.info

Author: Anthony Benjamin

Research and Markets: Growing Demand of PVC and HSAW Pipes is Expected to Boost the Overall Pipe Industry, Finds Netscribes

DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/934e68/pipe_market_in_ind) has announced the addition of the "Pipe Market in India 2011" report to their offering.

If you want to know how to build and shoot a marshmallow gun, the plans are below. Learning how to build and shoot a Marshmallow Gun without plans can be tricky, so we are giving the Marshmallow Gun-Shooter Plans to you for free!The first marshmallow blow gun I ever received was at a birthday party. We played �Capture the Flag� with marshmallow guns. After the party, we all received a marshmallow gun for a party favor.Building the Marshmallow GunShooting the Marshallow Gun

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How to Build and Shoot a Marshmallow Gun

Marshmallow blow guns are safe and fun for boys and girls of all ages. Even dads will enjoy this toy. A marshmallow gun or shooter is a terrific Christmas, birthday or anytime gift!

An analysis of drivers explains growth factors such as increasing spend by the government on various oil & natural gas projects and hence the need for pipelines. This also explains the special emphasis on the major upcoming pipelines and the expansion of city gas distribution network. Expansion of water projects and the focus of government towards urban development, competitive edge of Indian players with respect to European counterparts and the tremendous growth in real estate and auto sector are the other important drivers The key challenges identified include rising input costs, appreciation of rupee and tremendous competition from the Chinese manufacturers. Recent trends in pipe market include increasing popularity of PVC pipes, preference of HSAW pipes in comparison to LSAW pipes and entry barrier for a new player.Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., launches a report on the Pipe Industry in India 2011 as part of Netscribes' Manufacturing Industry report series.The competition section provides a product matrix with brief profiles of the major players in the market along with their financials. Key development section highlights the major happenings in the pipe industry.4. Now, place the PVC pipe that is 1/2 of the barrel on your elbow. Put a PVC pipe (1/3 size of the barrel) in the other t. Place an elbow on the end of your PVC pipe that is 1/3 size of your barrel.When you are ready to clean your bird house simple unscrew the 12" x 12" base mounting screws, slide off the base with it's attached birdhouse and clean it! When cleaned, replace the 12" x 12" base and reinsert your screws. Now wasn't that easy!You need to construct a birdhouse that is easy to clean. It should be sturdy, cool, and rainproof as well. Remember, this is your birdhouse, so use your imagination; you will have something unique and all your own when your project is completed..http://www.bird-city.comWhen your bird house is built it is time to mount it. When mounting your birdhouse it is important to keep in mind predators, such as squirrels, cats and snakes. Place your bird house mount out of the range of jumping and climbing animals. The best mount for a birdhouse is PVC pipe which can be purchased inexpensively at your local home hardware supply store. Get an 8' long piece of PVC that is 3 or 4" in diameter. Also be sure and buy a "flange" that will fit into the PVC. When looking at a 'flange' from the side it has the shape of a man's dress hat, as one would also look at the dress hat from from it's side view. The round part of the 'hat' - or 'flange' slips down, about 2" into one end of the PVC pipe. The flat part of the 'hat' - or 'flange' should have a small hole pre-drilled in each corner. A large, approx. 12" x 12" piece of plywood is attached, to the flat part of the 'hat' or 'flange' with screws via the pre-drilled holes. Be sure this is placed in the middle of the 12" x 12 plywood. This will serve as your birdhouse base. Now turn this over and simply slide the round part of the 'hat' - or 'flange' into the end of your PVC pipe. On top of this securely mount your bird house. When you have moved your PVC to an upright mounting position, you would be looking upward, and see the screws that attached flange to your 12" x 12" base.Add a couple small holes near the top of the birdhouse for ventilation on hot days. The bottom of the birdhouse should be constructed with screws, so it will be easy to take apart when you clean it.Mumbai, India - Aug 4, 2011 - Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., a knowledge consulting solutions company, announces the launch of its Pipe Market in India 2011 report. Cost advantage and tremendous expansion in natural gas sector boosts the demand for pipes. The report begins with the structure of the Indian pipe industry and goes on to explain the various major segments of the pipe industry. The market overview section includes information regarding the Indian market scenario, market size and growth as well as the segmentation of the market based on the products. It also highlights the various characteristics of the pipes available in the market and includes the size, raw material, manufacturing process, differentiating factor, application as well as key players manufacturing the product.Now it's time to mount your bird house. Dig about an 18" hole and drop it in! Be sure and pack the dirt solidly back around the base to secure it. For added security you could pick up an inexpensive bag of ready mix cement. Just mix it with water, set the PVC in the middle of the hole and pour the cement evenly around it. It is a good idea if you could put your hands on a level to make sure your PVC stays vertically straight while working. That's all there is to it!Don't forget to treat your feathered friend with feeders, bird baths or bird pond sprinkle the area with some wild flower seeds. When your wild flower are in bloom your feathered friend will provide you with constant delight. ~ Anthony Benjamin ~ http://www.mysecretsites.infoIf you lightly coat the PVC pipe mount with in-expensive vegetable oil ants and other crawling insects will not be able to climb disturb the bird nest.2. Cut your PVC pipe however long you want the barrel.

Since you know how to build and shoot a marshmallow gun or shooter, run out to the store and buy your supplies. Before you know it, you will be shooting marshmallows with your own gun.

Author: Hunter Beck