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IRISS Passes 50kA Arc Resistance Test!

All three major manufacturers of infrared windows have passed ?Arc Resistance Tests.? But what does it really mean when NFPA warns that even steel doors do not provide enough protection against the effects of a blast? Arc Resistance Tests certify electrical systems that are proven to contain, redirect and dissipate the superheated gasses of an arc blast. When an infrared window ?passes? an arc test as part of a resistant system, it is proven not to fail before the safety mechanisms of the system redirect the blast. Although this is significant it cannot be interpreted as having any generic resistance characteristics for non-resistant applications. Learn more about the ?Arc Resistance? and IR windows

1br with private entrance + private bath near IBM ARC (san jose south) $775

1br with private entrance + private bath near IBM ARC A room for rent with a private entrance in a 4000 ft2 mansion of 4 acres in serene, country quiet setting near IBM Almaden Research Center. Rent: $775 - for a private room w/ entrance Availability: November 1yr – 6months lease preferred -Serious students and professionals considered -SMOKE-FREE & DRUG-FREE HOME -Located in South San Jose somewhat walking distance from IBM ARC Call: +1 4089978501 or +1 4085292941

Paris Apt. - 15th arrondissement (santa cruz) $700 1bd

Visit Paris on a budget. Europe is costly these days, but one way to save is to stay in this newly renovated, fully furnished modern apartment centrally located in the city. Hotel rooms tend to be small and expensive, but at 700 euros a week (converts to approx. $950/wk.) you can save on meals and still eat incredibly well. Walk to the Seine and Eiffel Tower or hop on the nearby metro to visit the Louvre, Notre Dame, or Arc d'Triomphe. View photos of the apartment at our website: http://www.theparisapt.com/Apt.cfm as well as the neighborhood. Also listed on VRBO: http://www.vrbo.com/202592 Questions? Respond to this ad or send an email while visiting either of the above websites.

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Today at Boing Boing Gadgets

Today at Boing Boing Gadgets, there was a a vintage typewriter turned noise machine; the Motorola Aura, a mobauble; and an amazing cell phone called "The King of Cigarettes." Rob spotted a dollar store LED Lament Configuration; Microsoft's Arc Mouse; the Eye-Fi Compact Flash adapter; and a really quite mesmerizing Google Android fan rap. There was acheap USB microscope; an unpleasant EULA from Sony; the iKit, a handheld computer like the old Sharp Zauruses; and jewelry made from old Sinclair/Timex computer keys. John found a fork designed for spaghetti twirling; a portable memo-writing device that requires the attention of hackers; plus a cleaning "gak" for computer keyboards. He also spotted the startling LittleBigPlanet recall, apparently inspired by a single forum post. Joel ogled the Hardcore Computer Reactor, which has its hot innards suspended in mineral oil. There was also a suede sleeve for your notebooks; a Red Jack O' Lantern of Death; a knife-cleansing knife block; 16:9 laptops from Gateway; and the Lockwasher Imperial HD 700. Rest in peace, Mac mini? Boing Boing Gadgets...

### Woodshop and Welding Studio for share ### (berkeley)

Hi, Starting in November, there will be 1 slot for a part-time or full-time woodworker. So far, we have a mixture of craftspeople, hobbyists, woodworkers, and artists who need a full wood/metal shop. The woodshop is located upstairs (~1200sf), and has an additional assembly/project storage area, sheet goods storage. There is some storage space included in the rent on pallet racks and in cabinets upstairs, and more on pallet racks in the rear, available for a fee. There is also a "finish" room (not zoned for HVLP spraying), but good for hand finishes. Tools so far: 2 Table saws (1 of them is a Sawstop, check out www.sawstop.com), 18" band saw, drill press, 2 jointers, a panel saw, chop/miter saw, 3 planers, 2 router tables, floor and bench sanders, shop air and portable compressors, some hand tools, and a Pallet Jack. There is some dust collection hooked up and more coming. All machinery usage is shared, along with some tools, but please have some of your own hand tools. And several slots available for the welding and metal-working studio-share with several other part-time metal-workers (furniture, sculpture, and signage). There is a 16'x16' welding area and a 16'x10' flexible garage area with a roll-up door, both with concrete floors. There is some storage space included on shelving in the shop, and more on pallet racks in the rear, available for a fee. This is a communal arrangement meaning that some tools brought in would be for share with other respectful metal-workers. Currently we have 1 mig welder, 1 arc welder, a CNC plasma table, oxy-act torch/tanks, drill press, break/shear, chop saw, grinders, etc. And there is an office where you can meet with clients, a nice kitchenette area(part of the showroom), 1 slop and 1 nice bathroom, and an attractive furniture showroom display space. The showroom is mostly full now, after participating in the East Bay Open Studios. It isn't zoned for retail but will be open by appointment only, or for seasonal open studios. If you are working in our shop(FT or PT), there will be a commission of %25 for sales made in the showroom during our open studios. It is a unique opportunity to have a shop and showroom area in the same space. Although it is located in an industrial section of W. Berkeley, it is right around the corner from the 4th St. retail area, and we get a lot of traffic, especially during the Holidays. The rental rates will be determined on an individual basis depending on use of facilities, schedule, storage needs, tool usage, tools brought in, use of office, etc. But plan on $300-400 for PT and $400-600 for FT. Plus a share of utilities, and alarm ($40-60/mo). Starting costs will be 1st month's rent and utilities, plus a $100 deposit. It is in a (relatively) safe area and there is an alarm system installed. Access will be 24/7. Please call Joshua at(510) 666-1030 to chat and arrange a time to see the space. More photos available, just ask. Or check out www.joshuatreefurniture.com for more info.

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