Development of a compact excavator mounted dust suppression system

This paper reports on the investigation of an excavator mounted dust suppression system for demolition and construction activities. Ever increasing pressure is placed on contractors to improve their environmental performance, especially dust emissions. Current methods of dust suppression have been investigated and each of the methods has also been critically analysed to determine their advantages and disadvantages. The investigation also examined the requirements of such a system and a concept system proposal was produced. A working prototype has been constructed for a mini excavator complete with a hydraulic breaker. The proposed system was rigorously tested in various configurations to determine its efficiency and effectiveness in comparison with current suppression techniques. The resulting benefits such as the reduction of water usage and cost are highlighted

Selling into Niche Markets

This is a Technology Monitoring and Information Services (TechMIS) special report. The report offers venders suggestions to minimize the pitfalls associated with selling to federally-funded niche markets such as Title I, Special Education, and the E-Rate. Advice is also given on how to effectively research and sell to those niches

TechMIS Index 2000-2015

A list of TechMIS newsletters with notes about the topics covered in each one. The original index file covers the issues from 2000-2014. A second updated file adds a year and covers the issues from 2000-2015

Selling into Niche Markets

This is a Technology Monitoring and Information Services (TechMIS) special report. The report offers venders suggestions to minimize the pitfalls associated with selling to federally-funded niche markets such as Title I, Special Education, and the E-Rate. Advice is also given on how to effectively research and sell to those niches

TechMIS Newsletter (March 2016)

The March 2016 newsletter includes a memorandum from Charles Blaschke and Suzanne Thouvenelle; a special E-Rate funding report on E-Rate refunds; and a Washington Update

TechMIS Newsletter (March 2001)

The March 2001 newsletter included a memorandum to subscribers from Charles Blaschke, a Washington Update, special reports on the proposed FY 2002 Budget and Title I, and a press release about TURNKEY seeking Vendor Sponsors of Survey on Technology Use Expenditures in Special Education Programs

TechMIS Memorandum (March 19, 2003)

Memorandum from Charles Blaschke on how states are spending Title I funding before the end of the school year

TechMIS Funding Alert (June 14, 2005)

A memorandum from Charles Blaschke introducing a funding alert covering the House Appropriations Subcommittee for Education's funding plans with notes about winners and losers

TechMIS Newsletter (November 2002)

A memorandum from Charles Blaschke regarding the funding commitment notifications sent to school districts that can be used to purchase non-eligible e-rate products and services. There is an included spreadsheet detailing the amount various districts have committe

TechMIS Newsletter (June 2015)

The June 2015 newsletter includes a memorandum from Charles Blaschke and Suzanne Thouvenelle and a Washington Update