also the start of air conditioning season. However, if you live somewhere that gets not only hot during the summer, but also humid, you may need to rethink your air conditioning strategy if you want to stay cool this summer. How Humidity Affects Temperature Humidity affects how we feel the temperature outside. When it is really humid outside, it feels warmer than it actual very; similar to how in the winter, the wind chill makes it feel colder than it actually is outside. Humidity is essential the amount of water vapors that are in the air. When the humidity levels are high, the air outside and inside your home feels moist and clammy. Humidity can make your skin feel sticky. How Humidity Affects Your Home Air: When your house is really humid,…
hydroelectric station in a weir in proximity of the camp, information supplied by EWB. Due to this there is a nice rectangular cemented area providing easy access. The principal of the solution is having a steel cooler vaccine box lowered to the weirs depths where the water temperature is at its coolest. The project shall use only native materials of the area or from other towns in Zambia such as Lusaka (which is the Capital city) for the thermometers. The native materials shall be used to…
Chinchillas are good house pets because they are very low-maintenance Chinchillas are small rodents that are native to Andes Mountains in South America. Their name means “little chincha” and they are named after the chincha people of the Andes. Historically, chinchillas lived in an area that included parts of Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, and Chile, but today colonies in the wild are known only in Chile. Chinchillas are also referred to as “chins.” pets. They are very inquisitive, and do not make…
Proper ventilation systems could have enabled the management to keep dust levels below dangerous levels. Recommendations On the basis of the causes and necessary controls identified in the Work Safe BC report, you might consider the following recommendations to be implemented: An efficient wood dust collection system should be designed to accommodate the increasing production capacity at the plant. Corresponding increase in power generation capacity should also be made to ensure that the…
The ideal relative humidity is between 30 and 50 percent, for optimal comfort. The consistent airflow provides improved air filtration and improved air quality. • Energy Efficiency: Variable-speed motors consume less energy than conventional motors. For example, the variable speed motor uses approximately one-eighth the amount of electricity used for a conventional single-speed fan motor when it operates at half speed. Consequently, the variable speed motor can outlast a conventional motor,…
Hawaii may be paradise, but inclement weather and harsh winds are not uncommon. These elements can affect the condition of your roof to the point where you may need a new roof installation. Since 1980, David’s Custom Roofing and Painting has provided the Pearl City community with quality commercial and residential roofing services. If you aren’t sure whether your roof is actually damaged, there are several key signs that could indicate a problem. Here’s what to look out for: Your Shingles Are…
not work on mold that is planted in between porous materials like drywall, lumber, and grout. CURB THE MOISTURE SEEPING INTO YOUR HOUSE OR AREA OF CONCERN Find your problem Make your home mold-resistant (you can never get rid of all mold) Check various areas in your home where water may seep through or flood. Check your bathroom windows and corners that have constant condensation Check for water stains. Explore the reasons why. Do not hesitate. ACT NOW. Immediately begin drying the…
These percentages do not go below the 50 percent mark. In 2009, Singapore’s average humidity levels were at 81 percent, which was a relative increase from 77 percent in 2008. When the heavy rain season extends, the relative humidity in Singapore could reach 100 percent. Figuratively, the western side of Singapore experiences more rain as compared to the eastern portion due to the rain’s shadow effect. Singapore’s eastern side receives minimal rainfall and it is also slightly hotter as compared…
Humidity at Noon- A Modern, Mississippian Relation to ‘Frost at Midnight’ My babe so beautiful, it thrills my heart With tender gladness, thus to look at thee, And think that thou shalt learn far other lore And in far other scenes! Coleridge 53-56 I’ve grown up in a loving household; my early childhood was not nearly as dismal and troubled as many of the poets of the Romantic era were. My parents and other family members have always supported me in whatever activities I have wished to…
The day seemed to drag on and on, as I waited, counting down the days to California. It was a humid, sunny afternoon down at the Alton pool, where I usually spend most of my summer days working as a lifeguard. Today was very different than most…. And maybe the reason why was because it was my last day of work before I flew off to the big L.A. Most days at the pool the time went by slower than any I have ever known, with the scorching hot sun burning my skin, and little kids yelling at their…