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Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Pemberton chamber of commerce asks Village for clearer vision on Industrial Park
As the Village of Pemberton moves ahead with its comprehensive communities project, the Pemberton & District Chamber of Commerce (PDCC) is seeking clarity on the future of the Industrial Park area. The local business advocacy group wrote to the Village , raising concerns about how a lack of overall vision and clear definition for the area has led to competing uses for the space. 'The business owners and operators in the Industrial/Business Park would like to understand what the long-term strategy is for this dense commercial area and if there is a cohesive strategy for what is being approved,' wrote PDCC director Adam Adams in the letter. 'The chamber is in favour of businesses of all kinds operating in the community. But as this community continues to grow, we will need various forms of commercial entities to service the growing needs. We want assurance that there is a cohesive overall strategy for what that looks like.' The confusion extends to the name itself; industrial parks cater to heavy industry, while business parks are geared toward more office and light-industrial uses, like textiles, food processing and other consumer-grade products. 'The signage to the entrance shows this to [be] the Pemberton Business Park, but it is constantly referred to as the Industrial Park. One implies more commerce and the other implies industry,' Adams wrote. 'From looking at the current make-up of the park, it is not clear what the intent is.' Adams cited feedback from a December roundtable with park operators, in which tenants of the park expressed confusion about the nature of the space. He cited a combination of uses in the park, from light-industrial—including welding and home-building—to waste removal and storefront commercial—like the bakery, nursery, and hardware store—to services like the dance, gymnastic and jiu-jitsu studios, and residential. 'We have heard commentary from residents in the park that they might not be so happy with some of the noise that some business might be creating,' wrote Adams. 'This starts to bring in conflict between users. 'So we are seeing the resulting conflict of integrating various entities without a plan.' The PDCC's questions for the Village are threefold; whether there's an overall vision for the space, whether other local sites that could accommodate more light-to-heavy industrial uses have been discussed or identified, and how the overall vision for the park has and will continue to affect zoning amendments. Local officials discussed the letter during a May 27 council meeting. They acknowledged the issue and discussed the proper setting for ironing out a consistent vision. 'I'm wondering if there's—through our complete communities program and our re-start about to happen on the [Official Community Plan (OCP)]—is there room to capture this sort of work there?' asked Mayor Mike Richman. 'I think there's some really good points here about wanting to see a vision for it but I know that we don't have the planning capacity in our staff to start a whole new project there.' Pemberton's chief administrative officer, Elizabeth Tracy, said staff are aware of and have considered some of the issues raised. 'The OCP update is planned to clarify that vision,' Tracy told council. 'So as we move through that process, there will be more clarity as to what this is… if it's a business park or an industrial park in the future.' Pemberton's OCP update was originally slated to take place between 2022 and 2024 , but was paused in 2023 so the Village could build a 'deeper and more meaningful' relationship with the Lil'wat Nation . It's unclear when work on the OCP update will re-start. Richman reiterated there would be space devoted to the park in the OCP update. Mayor and council also directed staff to respond to Adams with information on how the PDCC would be consulted during the OCP process. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Implement stringent fire safety measures: CS tells SGPGIMS
In a significant move to enhance safety and infrastructure at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh on Tuesday directed the institute to implement stringent fire safety measures and recruit specialised fire officers in the institute. The directive was issued during the 102nd Governing Body meeting held under his chairmanship on Tuesday. Singh emphasised the need for 'concrete fire safety protocols' to ensure high levels of preparedness against fire-related incidents within the hospital premises. The step comes as part of the government's broader push to upgrade safety infrastructure across major medical institutions. The Governing Body also approved the construction of a multi-level parking facility within the SGPGIMS campus. This new infrastructure aims to resolve long-standing issues of on-road parking, ensuring safe and organised parking spaces for both patients and staff. In another key development, the Governing Body approved the distribution of 368 new faculty positions across various Broad Specialty and Super Specialty departments. This is expected to strengthen medical education, enhance patient care, and boost research output at the institute. Additionally, the body sanctioned the Higher Administrative Grade Scale (Level-15) for 40% of professors, aligning SGPGIMS with AIIMS New Delhi and following guidelines laid down by the Uttar Pradesh Government. This move is aimed at retaining and rewarding senior faculty for their contributions. The meeting, chaired by chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, was attended by SGPGIMS director Prof Radha Krishna Dhiman, registrar Col. Varun Bajpai, finance officer Biswajeet Rai, and other members of the Governing Body, including nominated faculty members. Principal secretary (medical education) Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma and officials from the finance department were also present. The Governing Body also approved the minutes and recommendations of the 68th Academic Board and gave a green light to the introduction of six new courses under PDCC and PDAF in various departments. Moreover, approval was granted for Certificate Courses in Emergency Care for Provincial Health Medical Services (PHMS) doctors deputed to SGPGIMS, further strengthening emergency healthcare training in the state.
Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS named World's Greatest Auto Disruptors 2025 Powertrain Disruptor of the Year by Newsweek
Atlanta., April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid is the winner of the Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors 2025 Powertrain Disruptor of the Year award, which celebrates significant technological advances. The new ' T-Hybrid ' powertrain uses a small 1.9 kWh lithium ion battery to power two electric motors: one between the engine and transmission and the other in the single turbocharger. The powertrain eliminates the need for a starter motor, instead relying on the electric motor to start the engine. The so-called e-turbo does without a wastegate, converting excess pressure to energy that is sent back to the battery to help power the hybrid system. 'The idea of a high performance hybrid Porsche has been alive and well for more than a decade. Like so many other technologies, we forged our expertise on the field of competition in motorsport where the 911 GT3 R Hybrid combined internal combustion with electric performance,' Timo Resch, President and CEO Porsche Cars North America said. 'Today, we use plug-in hybrid powertrains to augment the performance of several variants from the Cayenne and Panamera model lines. The most logical step for the 911 was to apply learning from our prior projects and create an extremely sporty, lightweight hybrid system that would enhance driving prowess without adding much weight. In the sports car segment this is a truly disruptive idea, so winning this award is especially meaningful.' By using a small battery and foregoing a separator clutch to allow for electric-only driving, the hybrid system in the new 911 Carrera GTS adds minimal weight, leaving the new model only about 110 lbs. heavier than its predecessor. Applying electric power to the turbocharger eliminates the need for exhaust gas to spool the turbocharger, meaning boost is immediate. The electric motor connected directly to the transmission also provides immediate torque for a large powerband and highly responsive throttle pedal. The new hybrid system also allows for advances in the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) system. Thanks to the onboard high voltage system, the newest generation of PDCC is now electro-hydraulically controlled, allowing for much quicker response and even better body control than in prior models. Every 2025 Porsche 911 GTS model variant uses the new T-Hybrid powertrain. This includes the 911 Carrera GTS, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet, 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet and 911 Targa GTS. U.S. customer delivery for all five model variants began in the first quarter of 2025. Attachment Frank Wiesmann Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 404.539.5031 [email protected] Luke Vandezande Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 470.363.5001 [email protected]
Associated Press
08-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Clarity Over Anti-Roll Bars Built Into Porsche Design
04/08/2025, Brentwood CM13 1TG // PRODIGY: Feature Story // Anti-roll bars are an integral aspect of the suspension infrastructure engineered into modern cars, although their design, structure, and movement can vary significantly between models. The main purpose of a set of anti-roll bars is to reduce the vehicle's 'roll' when traversing deviations in the road or taking tight corners at speed. Importantly, anti-roll bars don't necessarily have an infinite lifespan and need to be properly maintained to ensure they perform their role correctly. Underperforming anti-roll bars can have a limited effect on vehicle stability. Design911, the experts in Porsche parts, components, performance upgrades, restoration, and servicing, have put together this article to explain how roll bars vary across the marque, the signs that your anti-roll bars require maintenance, and the importance of keeping them in great shape. The Importance and Function of Anti-Roll Bars in Porsche Suspension Anti-roll bars are one of those elements of a Porsche's suspension that are a little overlooked, but they're incredibly important and keep the car stable and safe, whether you're navigating an uneven, bumpy road, turning a sharp corner, or travelling at higher speeds. The basics are that anti-roll bars react when the weight shifts over to one side, which could mean the Porsche starts to tilt or turn. Anti-roll bars counteract that movement through the wheels, using level arms connected via a torsion spring, which help maintain improved road contact, traction and handling. Like most elements of Porsche design, there are also varied anti-roll bars you may have, depending on the type of Porsche you drive. Traditional Porsches come with passive anti-roll bars, which have a relatively simple design and work by using the torsional stiffness of the bar itself to prevent body roll. That bar twists when you go around a corner, shifting the weight to the other side of the car. Advanced Active Anti-Roll Bars Manufactured Into Porsche Other Porsches have something called Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), also known as active anti-roll bars. These bars are an upgrade on passive components because the system works actively to adapt the tension in the bars to work against body roll as it happens. PDCC works by stabilising lateral movement during manoeuvres and can mitigate any instability of the vehicle when travelling over uneven surfaces, while helping the tyres grip the road and steer faster without any loss of control. There are also three variations on the PDCC system, starting with the electromechanical PDCC Sport used in Porsche models such as the Panamera. This solution adjusts anti-roll bars through electromechanical actuators, with a motor and gear set that twist the halves in opposite directions. Hydraulic PDCC is different again, present in the Porsche Cayenne. It uses hydraulic actuators to perform the same job, with motors that work against lateral vehicle movement. There is an additional off road mode available, which disengages the two halves of the anti-roll bar, assisting with better traction when travelling on uneven surfaces. Finally, the famous Porsche 911 uses PDCC with actively adjustable hydraulic cylinders located on the wheel suspension. This variant is engineered to optimise the 911's dynamics and offer greater on-road precision without unnecessary extra weight. Why Anti-Roll Bars Form an Essential Aspects of Suspension Control in Porsche As we've seen, anti-roll bars tackle weight imbalances and ensure the car's load is distributed more equally across the tyres. This isn't just about great handling but can also be a safety aspect because when you take a tight corner, you rely on the suspension to stop the vehicle from skidding out of control. Faulty or damaged anti-roll bars can be a serious safety issue and should be investigated as a matter of urgency. Indications of issues with your Porsche anti-roll bar can include excessive body roll and leaning on cornering, poor stability and handling, rattling or clunking noises when driving over bumps, and uneven wear in your tyres. You might also feel like your Porsche is pulling to one side, making the driving experience far less comfortable. In most cases, you'll see a warning light because the fault should activate an alert in the stability control system. Damaged anti-roll bars can increase the risk of an accident, given the difficulty of manoeuvring the vehicle at higher speeds. The car could also excessively roll around corners, which, in the worst-case scenario, could mean the side of the car swinging out too far and losing traction. Advice on Maintaining and Replacing Porsche Anti-Roll Bars The general advice is to replace anti-roll bars after around 50,000 miles, but that might depend a little on how often you encounter harsh or intense driving conditions, such as rugged and uneven terrain. This is the most common cause of damage, with potholes the culprits that usually mean anti-roll bars need to be replaced. Other contributing factors can include worn or damaged bushings, broken links, or cracks in the bar caused by sharp impacts or pressure. Links are the connections that carry the force from the wheels to the anti-roll bar, while the bar is the structural component that works against body roll. To reduce the frequency with which these components need to be replaced, you can focus on ongoing maintenance and servicing, especially where components can be switched like for like and where the anti-roll bar remains in great condition. Some drivers may also need to apply an appropriate-grade lubricant to the joints and bushings of the links. However, the best advice to ensure your Porsche retains the handling, performance, stability, and speed you expect is to have your anti-roll bar inspected and serviced regularly, working with an experienced Porsche servicing provider who can advise if the links are worn, recommend the best time for replacement, or confirm if the whole anti-roll bar needs to be replaced. Design911 has established itself as the market leader, offering trade and retail customers a full range of OEM and aftermarket Porsche parts for general servicing and rebuild as well as restoration and tuning for the UK, European and world-wide markets. The website now sports a Porsche parts finder to help you get the exact aftermarket Porsche part your need. The company's impressive 34,000 sq. ft Essex headquarters comprise sales department, warehouse, workshop and body shop, as well as a showroom of classic Porsches for sale. We pride ourselves that we will be the company that can supply 'every part for every Porsche'.
