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Adding capacity to existing power lines
As demand for electricity continues to climb, brownouts and
blackouts are becoming more common. Increasing transmission
capacity usually means building bigger electrical towers, which
has a serious environmental impact and may mean displacing
homes or businesses. The 3M™ Aluminum Conductor Composite
Reinforced (ACCR) is a breakthrough development embraced
by major utility companies in the United States and abroad.
With an aluminum-based metal matrix at its core, the 3M ACCR
can provide up to three times the electrical carrying capacity
of conventional conductors. And, while similar in strength to
conventional steel-core cables, it is signifi cantly lighter, making
it ideal for use in long spans across rivers, wetlands and other
challenging environments.
1) An international fi lm star. Dyneon™ ETFE
Fluorothermoplastic is a versatile performer.
This fl uoropolymer-based plastic fi lm is trans-
parent and lightweight, yet tough enough to
stand up to harsh weather and many chemicals.
Widely used for stadium and swimming pool
roofs, the fi lm toured with the 2006 World Cup
games in the guise of an enormous soccer
ball by day and a globe by night. Dyneon is
a 3M company and a leading global supplier
of fl uoropolymers.
Working Our Magic 10
How can auto body shops avoid mishaps
that result in costly painting redos?
2) Color your body shop more effi cient.
These days, automotive paint comes in a mind-
boggling array of colors that are notoriously
hard to match. Now, repainting and touch-up
jobs are a whole lot easier, thanks to the
3M™ PPS™ SUN GUN™ Color Matching Light.
The hand-held device emulates daylight in
the automotive paint booth, making it possible
to match paint colors more precisely and ensure
complete paint coverage. No more unhappy
customers or costly redos for body shop owners.
How can we boost electrical capacity –
without building bigger towers?
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