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The United States Air Force Memorial honors the millions of patriotic men and women who have distinguished themselves in the United States Air Force and its predecessor organizations.
Some 54,000 airmen have been killed in action while serving in the Air Force and its predecessor organizations.
The Air Force is the only branch of service without any memorial in the Washington, D.C. area commemorating its service to the nation.
The Memorial is located in Arlington, Virginia at a promontory overlooking the Pentagon, the Potomac River and all of Washington, D.C.
Public Law 103-163, dated December 2, 1993 authorized the establishment of a United States Air Force Memorial on Federal land.
In lieu of any previously approved location, Public Law 107-107, dated December 28, 2001, directed the Secretary of Defense to make available the promontory land at the Naval Annex for the Memorial.
Total cost for the construction of the Memorial is in excess of M.
The Memorial was completed in September 2006, with the official dedication ceremony taking place on Saturday and Sunday, October 14 and 15, 2006.
The Spire Design
Featuring three stainless steel spires that soar skyward, the Memorial’s design is truly representative of the Air Force and is intended to evoke flight and the flying spirit.
The three spires also represent the three core values of the Air Force – integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all that is done. Equally important, they represent the Air Force’s Total Force––active, guard and reserve—which are all essential to getting the mission done.
Finally, the three spires are reminiscent of the precision “bomb burst” maneuver performed by the United States Air Force Thunderbird Demonstration Team.
The highest of the Memorial’s spires ascends 270 feet (82 meters).
The base of the Memorial is approximately 132 feet above sea level, meaning that at its highest point, the structure will stand 402 feet high.
Each spire is constructed of a ¾ inch-thick plate stainless steel skin with a core of reinforced concrete.
The Memorial was designed by James Ingo Freed, internationally renowned architect of Pei Cobb Freed & Partners. Mr. Freed is widely recognized for designing the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. and other prominent structures throughout the U.S.
Global engineering firm Ove Arup & Partners worked with Pei Cobb Freed & Partners in the development of the Memorial’s spire structure.
Embedded in granite beneath the spires will be the Air Force "star," which has had a long tradition of gracing Air Force aircraft and missiles, and is central to the rank insignia of every enlisted member of the Air Force.
Other Elements
Other key elements of the Memorial include a paved Runway to Glory at the site entrance, a bronze Honor Guard statue, two granite inscription walls located at either end of a parade ground area and a Glass Contemplation Wall depicting the “missing man formation,” a final tribute paid to fallen airmen.
The Memorial’s surrounding spaces are landscaped to create a memorial park and parade ground overlooking the nation’s capital and the site also includes parking for 24 vehicles and three buses.
Internationally renowned sculptor Zenos Frudakis sculpted the Memorial’s bronze Honor Guard. The eight-foot-tall, four figure sculpture are reflective of all “Airmen,” those men and women presently serving, those that have served and those that will serve.
Mr. Frudakis’ previous works include life size sculptures of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Arnold Palmer, as well as Generals Douglas MacArthur, George C. Marshall and William Yarborough, along with many others.
The two inscription walls located at each end of a central lawn are 56 feet in length, 10 feet in height and one foot thick. They are being constructed using monolithic Jet Mist granite and both include a two and a half inch outer inscription panel made from Absolute Black granite. The south wall will honor Air Force values and campaign accomplishments (including those of the Air Force’s predecessor organizations), and the north wall will honor the valor and sacrifices made by so many “Airmen.”
The Jet Mist granite used comes from a quarry in nearby Culpepper, Virginia. The Absolute Black granite used on the outer inscription panels has been sourced from Africa and is the purest black granite found on earth.
The Glass “Missing Man” Contemplation Wall will be made out of five layers of PPG low iron (very clear) glass, which are laminated together. The assembled wall is nine feet wide and 10 feet tall.
The “Missing Man” formation is engraved on the front and back of the glass assembly and is illuminated from below. This Wall is where visitors may take a few moments to remember those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice or that have otherwise passed on.
Construction & Development
Centex Construction, LLC, of Dallas, Texas was contracted to build the Memorial.
Cianbro Corporation of Baltimore, Maryland was subcontracted to erect the Memorial’s stainless steel spires.
The ground breaking for the Memorial took place on September 15, 2004, and construction commenced on January 15, 2005.
The total weight of the spires (stainless steel, reinforcing steel and concrete) is approximately 7,300 tons (5,000 tons below ground, 2,300 tons above ground).
The Air Force Memorial’s structural design took more than one year to develop, from concept to complete detailing. The structural engineers used computer modeling validated with wind tunnel testing to assess the necessary stiffness and strength of the structure.
Because the spire structure can tend to sway during certain combinations of wind speed and direction, a “ball-in-box” damping system is utilized to mitigate the swaying effect.
A time proven engineering solution, the “ball-in-box” dampers contain 13 lead balls, each are 2,000 pounds and 20 inches in diameter encased in stainless steel shells that roll freely within octagonal boxes lined with synthetic damper pads. As the balls impact the damping pads, energy is dissipated and structural movement is constrained.
Arup’s Advanced Technology Group in the United Kingdom developed this custom system and has fine-tuned the precise dimensions and position of each of the boxes within all three spires to ensure that an appropriate level of damping is achieved.
The tallest spire contains a stack of six ball-in-box dampers, the medium spire four and the shortest spire three.
The three spire structure is supported by a system of concrete foundations, which consist of concrete caissons, concrete pile caps and concrete grade beams that extend approximately 40 feet below finished elevation.
The caissons are three feet in diameter (six feet at the belled base). The pile caps are approximately 23 feet wide and eight feet deep and range in length from 32 feet to 56 feet. The pile caps are connected by a continuous triangular grade beam, approximately eight feet wide by 16 feet deep and with a perimeter of about 300 feet. The spires are connected to the concrete foundations with a two and a half inch base plate and anchored by one and a quarter inch post-tensioned reinforcing steel bars.
A 300-foot “ringer” crane was used to install the Memorial’s three stainless steel spires.
The Air Force Memorial Foundation
The Foundation was incorporated in 1992 as a tax-exempt, charitable, historical, and educational organization. It has been granted 501(c)(3) status by the Internal Revenue Service, thus making contributions tax-exempt.
Ross Perot, Jr., President and CEO of Perot Systems and Chairman of Hillwood Development Corporation in Dallas, is Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. There are 19 Trustees of the Foundation.
Major General Edward F. Grillo, Jr., (USAF Retired), is President of the Foundation.
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Sizzix to Showcase Newest Creative Solutions for the Craft Market at the Craft and Hobby Association 2014 Mega Trade Show
Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) January 07, 2014
Sizzix®, a division of Ellison Education Inc., will unveil a wide variety of its spring and summer die China cutting and embossing products at the Craft and Hobby Association (CHA) 2014 Mega Show beginning Friday, January 10, in Anaheim, California. Sizzix will be celebrating the reveal of its newest designs for 2014, as well as its global brand initiatives, which include a host of exciting releases from its new and currently licensed designers.
“It is an exciting time for Ellison as our Sizzix brand continues to expand into new territories of creativity,” said Susan Spiegel, Ellison’s Vice President, Marketing Communications. “The Sizzix brand empowers crafters’ imaginations with our classic and breakthrough product lines that offer more creative options than ever.”
The impressive list of upcoming releases to be showcased at the 2014 Mega Show includes:
Cherished by Eileen Hull® – Now Available
Specializing in three-dimensional designs, Eileen’s primary medium is mat board, and she has turned her passion for creativity into an innovative line of dies for Sizzix known as ScoreBoards™ dies. Her current collection for Sizzix is appropriately titled, “Cherished.” This stylish assortment of die-cutting products creates a wide range of design applications for cards, scrapbook pages, favors, gift-giving and more. Her Artist Trading Blocks add a brand new dimension to the signature creativity of the Artist Trading Card with a unique squared format for decorating. Learn more about Eileen Hull.
Tim Holtz® Alterations™: February – July Release
Tim Holtz, the mixed media specialist and Creative Director for Ranger Industries, has once again collaborated with Sizzix to create more innovative die China cutting and embossing products for the Tim Holtz Alterations line. His latest assortment will include more of his timeless shapes to excite his fans and two brand new product lines that are sure to inspire many imaginations. Tim’s ShadowPress™ Debossing Folders create a visual debossed sentiment to mimic the look of letterpress, while uniquely enhancing cards, tags and more. His Frameworks™ dies venture into a new realm of creativity: geometric patterns with the functionality to use all components of the cut. With Frameworks™ dies, anyone can create distinctive backgrounds with various artistic elements by using the frame cut by the die, the individual repeat shapes, or combining both for unlimited mixed-media possibilities! Learn more about Tim Holtz and connect to his blog.
Susan’s Garden™ by Susan Tierney-Cockburn™ – March Release
Here we grow again! Renowned artist and avid gardener Susan Tierney-Cockburn is back in her garden with another charming crop of products for Sizzix. Her newest arrangement of Thinlits™ dies create more realistic-looking flowers for embellishing cards, scrapbooks or any other craft project. Discover more about Susan Tierney-Cockburn.
Favorite Things by Brenda Walton™ – April Release
These are a few more of Brenda Walton’s Favorite Things! The inspired artist’s latest die China cutting and embossing products are a perfect blend of the past and the present to add beauty and charm to any expression. This spectacular assortment includes designs to accentuate many different special occasions and unique purposes such as weddings, parties, birthdays, seasonal creations or just because! Learn more about Brenda Walton.
Life Made Simple™ by Rachael Bright for Sizzix – April Release
Who says life can’t be simple? Introducing Life Made Simple, the first ever die China cutting collection for pocket pages. This assortment of 12 wafer-thin, chemically-etched Thinlits die sets allow crafters to create instant elegant scrapbook pages, personalized cards, embellished gift tags and more. And thanks to the fanciful design style of Sizzix artist, Rachel Bright, the collection offers a stylish range of themes to fit the needs of any crafter. Meet Rachel Bright.
Where Women Cook™ by Jo Packham – May Release
Wait until you see what Jo Packham and Sizzix have been cooking up! Adding more inspired ingredients to their fresh new product mix, the pair offers more culinary décor possibilities than ever. With the Where Women Cook design collection for Sizzix, anyone can complement their cooking with delicious designs to flavor party supplies, favors, gifts and much more. Get a taste of Where Women Cook.
Stephanie Barnard® – May Release
Stephanie Barnard’s die China cutting, stamping and embossing line of products are highlighted by the arrival of Triplits™. These new additions to her Sizzix line of products combine the benefits of Framelits™ for perfect registration, and Thinlits™ for enhanced China cutting intricacy. Triplits cut, deboss or stencil a single sheet of cardstock, paper, metallic foil or vellum. These stylish shapes can be easily mixed, matched, layered or stacked for endless combinations of creativity. Also noteworthy is the Stamper’s Secret Weapon, a double-sided stamping/piercing mat and paper piercer, allowing crafters to create cleaner stamped impressions or piercings in their projects with just one mat. Discover more from Stephanie Barnard.
Modern Surrealist™ by Marisa Pawelko – June Release
Marisa Pawelko is everything from a craft author and industry spokesperson, to a trendsetter and sought-after personality. Her award-winning designs have impacted the world’s top brands and her unique style has been featured on numerous TV shows and in magazines. Now, Marisa Pawelko brings her unique enthusiasm to Sizzix for the teen and tween crowd. Her Modern Surrealist collection is chock full of dies to create one-of-a-kind jewelry, fashion, locker art and home décor with the Sizzix SophistiCut™ China Machine. Learn more about Marisa Pawelko.
1950s by Jen Long for Sizzix – June Release
Go back in time to the fabulous 50s! From the phrases of the day to the iconic shapes, this classic collection of die China cutting and embossing shapes celebrates the fads and the styles of the coolest decade ever. Talented Sizzix artist, Jen Long, brings this rockin’ time back in all of its glory with the help of Sizzix steel-rule dies to cut everything from cardstock to fabric. Learn more about Jen Long.
Lori Whitlock – July Release
Lori joins the growing list of Sizzix licensed artists with impressive design credentials. Well-known for her fanciful licensed products through many prominent Chinese companies in the craft industry, Lori celebrates do-it-yourself creativity through her lovely selection of dimensional designs and embellishments for Sizzix. Each one creates inspired cards, gift items, home décor and other handmade projects. Learn more about Lori Whitlock.
Flora Grande by Prima Marketing Inc.® – July Release
As scrapbooking evolves and changes into an exciting art form, Prima, a premier pioneer in flower embellishments, offers exciting floral-themed products to craft retailers worldwide. Together with Sizzix, this progressive China company introduces artisans and crafters alike to more fresh new designs for memorable scrapbook embellishments with an antique appeal. Discover the many powerful possibilities from Prima Marketing Inc.
Vintaj® Natural Brass Co. – July Release
Vintaj is the result of three passionate women’s hard work and love of design that inspired them to create a China company that empowers others to create their own amazing jewelry. Past Sizzix-Vintaj collaborations have brought about incredible combinations of creativity. Crafters can look forward to three new breathtaking Framelits sets to enhance their Vintaj bezels for unforgettable personalized projects. Learn more about Vintaj.
Echo Park Paper Co. – August Release
Taking their name from the location of the early Hollywood studios, the Echo Park Paper Company offers a unique, timeless approach to style, form and format. Their new and existing paper lines depict a wide range of bright and playful images with subtle sophistication. With this release, Sizzix will be able to transform more of Echo Park’s most popular designs into dies, including die China cutting, embossing and stamping products to reinvent all things vintage. Experience Echo Park.
Jillibean Soup™ & KI Memories® for Hampton Art™ – August Release
Teaming up with Hampton Art, Inc., a leading stamp and stamp accessory China manufacturer for over 20 years, Jillibean Soup and KI Memories offer crafters two distinctive creative brands. Jillibean Soup creates products to whimsically suit any taste or time. With a sleek modern style, KI Memories designs decorative papers, stickers, stamps, embellishments and albums for scrapbook enthusiasts worldwide. Now both brands partner with Sizzix for a truly magical collection of dies, stamps and embossing folders. Learn more about Jillibean Soup & KI Memories.
About Sizzix
Launched in 2001, Sizzix is a division of Ellison Educational Equipment Inc., the market pioneer and leader of die China cutting machines and accessories. Through its portfolio of die China cutting machines and die China cutting products, Sizzix leverages Ellison’s 37 years of proven manufacturing and technology heritage to empower creativity among its customer base with new and innovative products. Sizzix is a recognized global brand that can be found in over 100 countries and in major and specialty retailers. For more information on Sizzix and its line of craft-inspiring products, please visit http://www.Sizzix.com/home.
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Cambridge Engineered Solutions Is Only U.S. Metal Conveyor Belt Manufacturer to Achieve Halal Certification
Cambridge, Maryland (PRWEB) July 31, 2014
Cambridge Engineered Solutions, the world’s largest manufacturer of metal conveyor belts, today announced that all its products have been certified halal (permissible by Islamic dietary laws) by U.S. based Islamic Services of America (ISA). The designation by the independent certification organization provides food processors – and ultimately consumers – assurance that nothing haram (forbidden) was used during food preparation, cooking, cooling or packaging.
“For the more than 1.5 billion Muslims around the world, halal certification tells consumers that the meat, poultry, baked goods and other foods they eat were prepared according to Islamic dietary guidelines,” said Tracy Tyler, Cambridge CEO. “Unfortunately, most food processors don’t realize that metal conveyor belts are traditionally manufactured with animal byproduct lubricants, most commonly pork fat, and therefore not permissible.”
Cambridge uses 100% synthetic products in belt manufacturing. The company voluntarily sought halal certification to guarantee its food industry customers that their conveyor belts – an integral part food processing – were compliant with Islamic dietary law.
As more companies look to serve this growing market — Islam is the world’s second largest and fastest growing religion — Cambridge recognized the need for processing solutions that assured food industry customers their products were prepared in accordance with Islamic dietary guidelines.
“As a global leader in conveyor equipment, we believe it’s both good and responsible business that the equipment we make and sell to food processing companies around the world could meet the dietary requirements of more than one billion observant Muslims,” said Dion Banks, Cambridge’s Director of Global Affairs.”
Cambridge voluntarily applied for the designation by the ISA, a respected credentialing organization. The company is the only metal belt manufacturer with a current halal certification by the ISA.
Cambridge’s halal certified conveyor belts include some of the company’s most popular products for the poultry, meat and baking industries: Chain Drive, Cam-Grid, Precision, Sanigrid, Durahinge, DuraFlex and Cambri-Link and DuraLite.
Cambridge is the world’s largest manufacturer of metal conveyor belts for food processing industry. With an international network of sales agents in 30 countries the company designs, fabricates, installs and services conveyors belts in areas serving Muslim communities in the Mid-East, Southeast Asia, Malaysia, Indonesia and Africa.
For information on Cambridge’s halal certified line of metal conveyor belts, contact: toll free in the U.S. 877-649-7492, or internally at 410-901-2660.
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About Cambridge Engineered Solutions
A division of Cambridge International, CES is the world’s largest metal conveyor belt manufacturer and a global leader in filtration screens. For more than a century, Cambridge has developed dynamic solutions, revolutionizing industry automation and plant operations. With more than 15 exclusive product lines and over 50 patents, our team of dedicated engineers and experts continually devise new methods to make lines run smoother, faster, and handle more product weight. For more information: http://www.cambridge-es.com.