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Issue #547 |
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High tension in the movies is good; in cable pulling, not so much, which leads us into Pull-Planner Tutorial #2. To save electrons we shall henceforth refer to the Pull-Planner 3000 for Windows Software Program as "PP3KW." Last week we promised to reveal PP3KW's main function. What is it? Estimating cable-pulling tension. Why is it important? Pulling tension is not installation phobia; it's a measurement of the tensile force exerted on cable as it's pulled into conduit. All cables have tension limits established by the manufacturer, which must not be exceeded. Data indicates that 90% of cable damage occurs during installation, much of it due to excessive tension. Pulling equipment, too, has limitations. It's nice to know before a pull whether these limits will be reached. The problem is, the math involved in calculating these tensions is scary and may induce anxiety. PP3KW to the rescue. It allows one to easily estimate whether a planned pull can be completed within set limitations, or through "what if," what changes could be made to make a pull feasible. This is the power of computers at its finest. |
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Afterthought on lesson #1. Isn't the ability to calculate lube quantity for a pull an important function? Why isn't that considered PP3KW's main function? Yes, that is a very important function, one that is useful for end-users doing the pulling, engineers designing electrical systems, and distributors selling the materials. But we wouldn't try or succeed in selling the program exclusively for this use since we already offer the ability to calculate lube quantities for free through the use of our unique Lube Quantity Calculator. Why do we give this valuable technical service away for free? Because we are the good guys. |
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BEER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE -- Part 2. S=Symptom, C=Cause, A=Corrective Action: 1) S = Beer is crystal clear. C = It's water! A = Somebody is trying to sober you up. Punch him. 2) S = People are standing around urinals, talking or putting on makeup. C = You're in the ladies' room. A = Do not use urinal! Excuse yourself, exit and try the next door down the hall. Optional Action: Try to get phone numbers. 3) S = Hands hurt, nose hurts, mind unusually clear. C = You've been in a fight. A = Apologize to everyone you see, just in case it was them. 4) S = Don't recognize anyone, don't recognize the room you're in. C = You've wandered into the wrong party. A = See if they have free beer. 5) S = Your bedroom is painted gray, has a concrete floor and an interesting steel door. Toilet may be conveniently located next to your bunk. C = You're in jail or the navy. A = Sleep it off, you can always get out tomorrow. Don't talk to your new roommate, and under no circumstances sleep on your stomach. 6) S = Your singing sounds distorted. C = The beer is too weak. A = Have more beer until your voice improves. 7) S = Don't remember the words to the song. C = Beer is just right. A = Play air guitar. 8) S = Friends and or family members are reaching for your car keys. C = They think you might be too drunk to drive safely. A = Punch them. Have more beer. |
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