Late last night on December 30th, I received a message from Larry Shapiro about an incident in Buffalo Grove. A small fire had broken out near a townhouse located at 211 Winding Oak Lane. Initially, Engine 26 was dispatched to check if the fire had been successfully put out by the resident. How…
NBC Chicago recently published an article accompanied by a video segment that scrutinizes the decisions made by the Tri-State Fire Protection District's board of trustees regarding the recent retirement of Fire Chief Michelle Gibson.
The resignation of the former fire chief has sparked numero…
Martin Nowak stumbled upon this fascinating website called The FC Connection, which is entirely dedicated to the history and legacy of the Jeep FC series, known for its forward control design. The site contains some intriguing posts featuring several units from the Chicago area. Clicking on eac…
Over the past few years, the glob…
Investing in quality eyewear isn't just good for your style; it's also beneficial for both your emotional well-being and the environment. At the end of the day, choosing a better-quality pair doesn’t have to break the bank if you’re smart about it. Here’s why going for qual…
Over the years, various plastic resins have become popular thanks to their unique properties and versatile applications. One such resin is SAN, short for Styrene Acrylonitrile. This copolymer of acrylonitrile and styrene is renowned for its toughness and adaptability, competing with resins like…
The United States currently operates 139 oil refineries, producing close to 18 million barrels of crude oil daily. However, much of the nation’s 165,000 miles of oil pipelines are over three decades old, nearing the end—or perhaps already past—their useful lifespan. As thes…
Over the decades, various plastic resins with distinct names and characteristics have gained prominence, and SAN is one of them. Known as Styrene Acrylonitrile resin, it's a copolymer of acrylonitrile and styrene, offering an extensive range of applications. These resins are often pitted agains…
Over the past few years, the glob…
We firmly believe that investing in premium eyewear brings numerous emotional and environmental benefits. In addition, we’d like to share some practical tips on how to acquire a high-quality pair without straining your wallet.
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As of today, the United States operates 139 functional oil refineries, producing close to 18 million barrels of crude oil daily. However, a major concern arises when we consider the state of the nation’s 165,000 miles of oil pipelines. A significant portion of these pipelines—many…
**New Capabilities Streamline BIM Data Access Across Construction Projects**
NEW ORLEANS, September 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — At Autodesk University, Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), announced a set of innovative upgrades to Autodesk Construction Cloud. These new features are designed to si…