Lead flashing stolen from roofs in area; Crimewatch

* THEFT - Thongsbridge, June 18. Entered back garden of dwelling and removed plant pot. Holmbridge, June 20. Stole section of lead flashing from side of house, causing damage to brickwork. Holmbridge, June 20. Stole two metal mesh fence panels from fence surrounding house. Holmbridge, June 20. Stole lead flashing from lean-to roof, causing damage to roofing in process. Holmfirth, June 20. Climbed on to low roof and stole lead flashing. Brockholes, GCHQ Hairdesigners, Brockholes Lane, June 18. Stole door handles from front of business premises. Brockholes, Azeem Takeaway, New Mill Road, June 19. Stole door handles from shop door. Honley, June 20. Removed trailer from driveway. Suspects were disturbed by neighbours and left the trailer behind in the street before making off. Honley, June 21. Peugeot 405 stolen - but later recovered. * BURGLARY - New Mill, June 20.

Entered yard of bus dept. Parked up buses' headlights and retaining glass for fire extinguishers damaged. Extinguishers and hammers stolen * ATTEMPTED THEFT - Honley, June 18. Used plant pot to smash front offside window, reached in and searched door pocket - no property taken. Upper Cumberworth, June 16. Smashed front quarter-light and reached into vehicle. Searched glove compartment, but not known if anything was stolen.* THEFT FROM MOTOR-VEHICLE - Honley, June 19. Smashed passenger front quarter-light, reached in and removed laptop from passenger footwell. Honley, June 16. Smashed front passenger quarter-light window, entered vehicle and stole property. Waterloo, bus depot in Penistone Road, June 19.Holme Valley plan decisions KIRKLEES Council has made the following decisions on Holme Valley planning applications: Conditional permission: * J H Bradley and Sons, demolition of existing outbuildings and building of lean-to agricultural livestock building (part conservation area), Nether Moor Farm, Sandy Lane, South Crosland.* M Thompson, single storey extension to side and rear and demolition of existing extension, 25 Spring Bank Croft, Holmfir th.Jemmied open shed door to gain entry and stole Honda petrol lawnmower. Meltham, Spinksmire Mill, Huddersfield Road, June 17. Gained entry by knocking hole through brickwork and stole power drill and computer monitor. Honley, Strands Hairdressing, Newtown, June 19. Used large stone to smash side window of hairdressers' shop, activating the alarm. Gained entry and stole till and contents. Thurstonland, June 18. Entered insecure outhouse and stole petrol lawnmower.* Mr A Rahman, double storey rear extension, 112 Victoria Road, Lockwood. * J England, nonmaterial amendments to permission no 2010/92040 for building of single storey rear extension, 14 Banksville, Wooldale.

* Mr A Rahman, double storey rear extension, 112 Victoria Road, Lockwood. * J England, nonmaterial amendments to permission no 2010/92040 for building of single storey rear extension, 14 Banksville, Wooldale.

Natural gas explosion kills two

MANUFACTURING

CALIFORNIA- Two men, ages 38 and 35, were killed in an explosion in a gas-fired, walk-in powder coating oven. One died of blunt force trauma, and the other was electrocuted.The explosion destroyed nearly onethird of the building. The building, valued at $500,000, and its contents, valued at $200,000, were considered total losses.The walls of the single-story, woodframe building in which the oven was located were made of insulated sheet metal. The roof was also metal. The building measured 125 feet (38 meters) by 125 feet (38 meters), and the oven measured 20 feet (6 meters) by 1 1 feet (3 meters). There were no fire detection or suppression systems.

The explosion destroyed nearly onethird of the building. The building, valued at $500,000, and its contents, valued at $200,000, were considered total losses.

Sprinkler extinguishes fire from natural gas leak

MERCANTILE

When investigators found that the gas piping's drip leg had fallen off, without damaging the threads, just beyond the regulator but before the igniter, they determined that the piping had not been properly tightened. Gas leaking from the joint was ignited by an open 0ame in the oven's burner chamber. As the temperature rose, it destroyed the oven's wiring and other controls, causing a sprinkler above the oven to open.The store, valued at $2.4 million, and its contents, valued at more than $1 million, sustained an estimated loss of $7,500. Firefighters treated one of the store's employees on scene for minor smoke inhalation.OHIO - A single sprinkler extinguished a fire that began when natural gas piping feeding a commercial, rotary-style bread oven in a grocery store bakery dislodged, allowing natural gas to build up and ignite.

The store, valued at $2.4 million, and its contents, valued at more than $1 million, sustained an estimated loss of $7,500. Firefighters treated one of the store's employees on scene for minor smoke inhalation.

Sprinkler controls fire started by oily rags

ILLINOIS - The contents of a garage and storage area in a mixed-use strip mall ignited and burned until a sprinkler operated and controlled the fire before firefighters arrived.

The building's contents were damaged, for an estimated loss of approximately $2,000. The building itself was undamaged. There were no injuries.Investigators determined that oily rags, left in a pile in the storage area by a business owner who had been refinishing a deck, spontaneously ignited and that the fire grew until it produced enough heat to activate the sprinkler.The single-story building, which measured 200 feet (61 meters) by 75 feet (23 meters), was constructed of concrete block walls over a concrete slab with a metal truss roof and a built-up roof deck covered by a rubber membrane. The mall had a wet-pipe sprinkler system connected directly to fire dispatch.

The building's contents were damaged, for an estimated loss of approximately $2,000. The building itself was undamaged. There were no injuries.

Metal stolen

POLICE are investigating a theft of metal from a Tyneside school.

Officers investigating this incident are keen to locate two men who were seen in the area and possibly driving a silver Skoda car.Anyone with information is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 03456 043 043 ext 69191. Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 03456 043 043 ext 69191. Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

miniJOULE - Your Own Nuclear Moratorium

The First Roll-Your-Own Solar Power Plant Has Arrived

"Be solaractive!" - The tagline of miniJOULE's inventors aims towards encouraging everyday folks to take their future in their own hands - literally. CEO Andre Steinau takes an upbeat view on the future. "On its own, one miniJOULE won't have the power to make the world a better place - but a lot of miniJOULEs will," said Steinau. "Especially considering recent events in Japan, the time has definitely come for a sustainable energy revolution. A hundred percent sun, zero percent risk - solar power and other renewable energy sources have paved the way for new opportunities, casting a shadow on nuclear power in every sense. The time has come to start up so others can shut down!"SOURCE miniJOULE GmbH & Co. KGREUSSENKOEGE, Germany, July 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- This world first is destined to become a trend - at least with the current debate on nuclear energy. miniJOULE is a small solar power plant you can put together yourself, generating some of the electricity you use while taking a stand against nuclear energy.More details on the miniJOULE are available at www.minijoule.com

SOURCE miniJOULE GmbH & Co. KG

Express your spirit behind the wheel with Jennings Mazda; ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE

JENNINGS Mazda is offering customers the first opportunity to Express Your Spirit Behind the Wheel by test driving two new limited edition models in the Mazda range, as part of a national test drive week.

LIMITED EDITION - The Mazda2 Black"The new Black special edition models bring a darker edge to the Mazda range. exterior styling certainly gets some double looks from fellow drivers and with a limited number of only 1000 units available, owners can enjoy its distinctive styling, knowing that they own a unique Mazda," said Norman Shepherd, franchise manager at Jennings Mazda in Sunderland.From Saturday 6 - Monday, August 15, the new special edition Mazda MX-5 Sport Black and Mazda2 Black models will be on display and available for customers to test drive at Jennings Mazda's Riverside Road dealership in Sunderland.Inspired by the MX-5 GT race car - currently competing in the 2011 Britcar Championships - the distinctive-looking Black edition models feature a Brilliant Black roof, gun metal alloy wheels and a selection of contrasting body colours.For new car orders placed during Mazda's national test drive week and registered before the 31 August (excluding the Mazda CX-7 model), Jennings Mazda is offering a free first service (at 12,500 miles), saving up to pounds 154.The winners will either express their spirit with a VIP 'Adrenaline Track Experience' by driving the sporty Mazda3 MPS and the iconic MX-5 around one of Britain's top race tracks, or enjoy a Gourmet Drive Experience, comprising an extended test drive of the MX-5 roadster and a gourmet lunch at a leading British restaurant. prizes also includes an overnight stay.CAPTION(S):"Throughout this special test drive week, customers will also be given the opportunity to test drive our other six stylish Mazda models."The 2.0-litre MX-5 Sport Black is available in crystal white, spirited green and velocity red while the 1.3 Mazda2 Black is available in crystal white, spirited green and true red. enhanced specification, unique Black Edition badging, an interior numbered plaque and special floor mats.

LIMITED EDITION - The Mazda2 Black

Teen on metal theft charge

A MAN has been charged with stealing metal from a hospital roof.

Anthony Howard, 18, of Wuppertal Court, Jarrow, will appear in court on August 3.The theft happened at Palmers Hospital, Station Street, Jarrow, when lead flashing was taken.He said: "We will continue to target those people we suspect are involved in metal theft and take action where appropriate."I would ask anyone who suspects people of metal theft or spots any suspicious activity to contact us.""As well as enforcement action, we are carrying out high visibility patrols to deter offenders as well as covert tactics to apprehend those intent on stealing metal from the area.

Anthony Howard, 18, of Wuppertal Court, Jarrow, will appear in court on August 3.

Cabbie hurt in crash

A TAXI driver had to be cut free from his cab after a crash at Lepton.

The injured man was taken to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary with back and neck injuries after the crash in the early hours of yesterday in Wakefield Road.Part of the road was closed while they rescued the driver.The Vauxhall Vectra crashed into metal railings after careering across a roundabout.Fire crews from Elland, Brighouse and Skelmanthorpe were called to the accident scene.Watch Commander Stephen Bates, of Elland fire station, said: "He was conscious but was badly hurt.

"We cut the roof off the car so that we could get him out by using a longboard stretcher, to prevent any further injury," added Watch Commander Bates.

Cabela’s Inc. Announces Plans for Rogers, Ark., Store

Construction to begin in early 2012; anticipated opening in summer 2012

The building’s exterior will reflect Cabela’s traditional store model with log construction, stonework, wood siding and metal roofing. A large glass storefront will allow customers to view much of the store’s interior as they approach the building.“It’s always exciting to bring Cabela’s unique retail experience to another state,” said Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer Tommy Millner. “Many people in Arkansas have been longtime Cabela’s catalog and Internet customers, so it’s our honor to serve them in our retail stores too. We look forward to sharing our passion for the outdoors with the hunters, anglers and campers of the Natural State.”Cabela’s typically attracts experienced outdoor recreationalists as employees, who join the Cabela’s family of employees known for their excellent customer service skills and detailed knowledge of outdoor products.Cabela’s Incorporated, headquartered in Sidney, Nebraska, is a leading specialty retailer, and the world’s largest direct marketer, of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor merchandise. Since the Company’s founding in 1961, Cabela’s® has grown to become one of the most well-known outdoor recreation brands in the world, and has long been recognized as the World’s Foremost Outfitter®. Through Cabela’s growing number of retail stores and its well-established direct business, it offers a wide and distinctive selection of high-quality outdoor products at competitive prices while providing superior customer service. Cabela’s also issues the Cabela’s CLUB® Visa credit card, which serves as its primary customer loyalty rewards program. Cabela’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “CAB”.Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Cabela’s opened stores in Allen, Texas, April 14 and Springfield, Ore., May 4. In August, the Company will open a store in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Cabela’s has also announced plans to build stores in Wichita, Kan., and Tulalip, Wash., as well as Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, all expected to open in 2012.Caution Concerning Forward-Looking StatementsSIDNEY, Neb. -- Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE: CAB) announced today plans to bring the Cabela’s® retail experience to customers in Rogers, Ark., and the surrounding area.Cabela’s expects to open the Rogers store in summer of 2012. The 100,000-square-foot store will be located adjacent to the Pinnacle Hills Promenade mall at the Perry Road interchange with Interstate 540. The Rogers location will be Cabela’s first retail store in Arkansas.Showcasing thousands of products, including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and wildlife-watching gear, as well as outdoor clothing and outdoor-themed gifts and furnishings, Cabela’s is famous for its strong brand and world-renowned reputation for delivering quality merchandise, value and legendary customer service.The inside will highlight the Company’s next-generation layout, which is designed to immerse customers in the outdoor experience and includes conservation-themed wildlife displays and trophy animal mounts displayed on a mountain with a built-in aquarium. The store will also feature a Gun Library, Bargain Cave and Quick Café with Fudge Shop. Construction is expected to start in early 2012.About Cabela’s Incorporated

Statements in this press release that are not historical or current fact are "forward-looking statements" that are based on the Company's beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future events, taking into account the information currently available to the Company. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the Company's statements regarding opening a retail store in Rogers, Ark., in summer of 2012. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the Company's actual results, performance or financial condition to differ materially from the expectations of future results, performance or financial condition that the Company expresses or implies in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the level of discretionary consumer spending; the state of the economy, including increases in unemployment levels and bankruptcy filings; changes in the capital and credit markets or the availability of capital and credit; the Company's ability to comply with the financial covenants in its credit agreements; changes in consumer preferences and demographic trends; the Company's ability to successfully execute its multi-channel strategy; the ability to negotiate favorable purchase, lease and/or economic development arrangements for new retail store locations; expansion into new markets and market saturation due to new retail store openings; the rate of growth of general and administrative expenses associated with building a strengthened corporate infrastructure to support the Company's growth initiatives; increasing competition in the outdoor segment of the sporting goods industry; the cost of the Company's products, including increases in fuel prices; political or financial instability in countries where the goods the Company sells are manufactured; increases in postage rates or paper and printing costs; supply and delivery shortages or interruptions, and other interruptions or disruptions to our systems, processes or controls, caused by system changes or other factors, including technology system changes in support of our customer relationship management system; adverse or unseasonal weather conditions; fluctuations in operating results; increased government regulation, including regulations relating to firearms and ammunition; inadequate protection of the Company's intellectual property; material security breaches of computer systems; the Company's ability to protect its brand and reputation; the outcome of litigation, administrative and/or regulatory matters (including a Commissioner's charge the Company received from the Chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in January 2011); the Company's ability to manage credit, liquidity, interest rate, operational, legal and compliance risks; increasing competition for credit card products and reward programs; the Company's ability to increase credit card receivables while managing fraud, delinquencies and charge-offs; the Company's ability to securitize its credit card receivables at acceptable rates or access the deposits market at acceptable rates; decreased interchange fees as a result of credit card industry regulation and/or litigation; the impact of legislation, regulation and supervisory regulatory actions in the financial services industry, including new and proposed regulations affecting securitizations and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act; other factors that the Company may not have currently identified or quantified; and other risks, relevant factors and uncertainties identified in the Company's filings with the SEC (including the information set forth in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2011, and Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2011), which filings are available at the Company's website at www.cabelas.com and the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Given the risks and uncertainties surrounding forward-looking statements, you should not place undue reliance on these statements. The Company's forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Other than as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Cabela’s Inc. Announces Plans for Charleston, W.Va., Store

Construction to begin in early 2012; anticipated opening in summer 2012

Southridge Centre shopping area also includes Walmart, Sam’s Club and The Home Depot as well as several restaurants, a post office and AAA Travel Services.Cabela’s Incorporated, headquartered in Sidney, Nebraska, is a leading specialty retailer, and the world’s largest direct marketer, of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor merchandise. Since the Company’s founding in 1961, Cabela’s® has grown to become one of the most well-known outdoor recreation brands in the world, and has long been recognized as the World’s Foremost Outfitter®. Through Cabela’s growing number of retail stores and its well-established direct business, it offers a wide and distinctive selection of high-quality outdoor products at competitive prices while providing superior customer service. Cabela’s also issues the Cabela’s CLUB® Visa credit card, which serves as its primary customer loyalty rewards program. Cabela’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “CAB”.SIDNEY, Neb. -- Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE: CAB) announced today plans to bring the Cabela’s® retail experience to customers in Charleston, W.Va., and the surrounding area.Cabela’s expects to open the Charleston store in summer of 2012. The 80,000-square-foot store will be located in the Southridge Centre shopping area off U.S. Highway 119, and will be Cabela’s second retail store in West Virginia, joining the Wheeling location.“West Virginians are dedicated outdoorspeople and loyal Cabela’s customers,” said Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer Tommy Millner. “People throughout the state have been Cabela’s customers for decades and it’s because of their passion for outdoor recreation that we’re able to make our goods and services even more accessible to the area’s hunters, anglers and campers.”The building’s exterior will reflect Cabela’s traditional store model with log construction, stonework, wood siding and metal roofing. A large glass storefront will allow customers to view much of the store’s interior as they approach the building.About Cabela’s IncorporatedCelebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Cabela’s opened stores in Allen, Texas, April 14 and Springfield, Ore., May 4. In August, the Company will open a store in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Cabela’s has also announced plans to build stores in Wichita, Kan., and Tulalip, Wash., as well as Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, all expected to open in 2012.Caution Concerning Forward-Looking StatementsShowcasing thousands of products, including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and wildlife-watching gear, as well as outdoor clothing and outdoor-themed gifts and furnishings, Cabela’s is famous for its strong brand and world-renowned reputation for delivering quality merchandise, value and legendary customer service.Cabela’s typically attracts experienced outdoor recreationalists as employees, who join the Cabela’s family of employees known for their excellent customer service skills and detailed knowledge of outdoor products.The inside will highlight the Company’s next-generation layout, which is designed to immerse customers in the outdoor experience and includes conservation-themed wildlife displays and trophy animal mounts displayed on a mountain with a built-in aquarium. The store will also feature a Gun Library, Bargain Cave and Fudge Shop. Construction is expected to start in early 2012.

Statements in this press release that are not historical or current fact are "forward-looking statements" that are based on the Company's beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future events, taking into account the information currently available to the Company. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the Company's statements regarding opening a retail store in Charleston, W.Va., in summer of 2012. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the Company's actual results, performance or financial condition to differ materially from the expectations of future results, performance or financial condition that the Company expresses or implies in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the level of discretionary consumer spending; the state of the economy, including increases in unemployment levels and bankruptcy filings; changes in the capital and credit markets or the availability of capital and credit; the Company's ability to comply with the financial covenants in its credit agreements; changes in consumer preferences and demographic trends; the Company's ability to successfully execute its multi-channel strategy; the ability to negotiate favorable purchase, lease and/or economic development arrangements for new retail store locations; expansion into new markets and market saturation due to new retail store openings; the rate of growth of general and administrative expenses associated with building a strengthened corporate infrastructure to support the Company's growth initiatives; increasing competition in the outdoor segment of the sporting goods industry; the cost of the Company's products, including increases in fuel prices; political or financial instability in countries where the goods the Company sells are manufactured; increases in postage rates or paper and printing costs; supply and delivery shortages or interruptions, and other interruptions or disruptions to our systems, processes or controls, caused by system changes or other factors, including technology system changes in support of our customer relationship management system; adverse or unseasonal weather conditions; fluctuations in operating results; increased government regulation, including regulations relating to firearms and ammunition; inadequate protection of the Company's intellectual property; material security breaches of computer systems; the Company's ability to protect its brand and reputation; the outcome of litigation, administrative and/or regulatory matters (including a Commissioner's charge the Company received from the Chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in January 2011); the Company's ability to manage credit, liquidity, interest rate, operational, legal and compliance risks; increasing competition for credit card products and reward programs; the Company's ability to increase credit card receivables while managing fraud, delinquencies and charge-offs; the Company's ability to securitize its credit card receivables at acceptable rates or access the deposits market at acceptable rates; decreased interchange fees as a result of credit card industry regulation and/or litigation; the impact of legislation, regulation and supervisory regulatory actions in the financial services industry, including new and proposed regulations affecting securitizations and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act; other factors that the Company may not have currently identified or quantified; and other risks, relevant factors and uncertainties identified in the Company's filings with the SEC (including the information set forth in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2011, and Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 2, 2011), which filings are available at the Company's website at www.cabelas.com and the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Given the risks and uncertainties surrounding forward-looking statements, you should not place undue reliance on these statements. The Company's forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Other than as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

STEALS on wHEELs

Last week I told you the roof had collapsed on the used convertible market. Well, it's the same deal with luxury iron.

Fancy a Merc c- class? a 52-plate c180 avantgarde with a modest 56k miles went for pounds 2,850. How about a seven-seater Land Rover discovery for buttons? an 02-plate disco V8 eS with 50k was snapped up for pounds 2,600. The car of your dreams has never been cheaper.But the market's paranoia can be your gain at auction. Less than three grand buys you a strong, low-mileage and well-engineered car for half its retail price. Yes, really.How about an 02-plate Lexus IS200 Se with just 50k miles for a ridiculous pounds 1,600? Or a 52-plate Volvo S60 TS, with one owner, 40,000 careful miles and a full service history in the glovebox, down to pounds 2,350.who'D DRIVe Them Savvy shoppers

who'D DRIVe Them Savvy shoppers

Withstanding the winds: Norman home promotes higher safety standards

The state's first completely high-wind-resistant home is under construction here, featuring building techniques common in hurricane- prone areas of the country, but rare in Oklahoma.

McCarty is particularly suited to testing the wind-resistant construction techniques as a member of the state's 11-member Uniform Building Code Commission, said Mike Means, executive vice president of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association."It always comes back to education," McCarty said. "We haven't really had a big push for this in state until just recently."Something as simple as a wind-resistant garage door can help keep the roof attached to a home during a tornado, he said.FEMA encouraged members of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association to explore more wind-resistant building techniques after the severe storms pummeled the state in May and June.The OSHBA also plans to survey its members in the coming weeks to see how many builders in the state are offering wind-resistant construction to their clients."We're looking at construction practices in the state to see if they could be improved or enhanced to minimize damage," Bourdeau said. "As the public is better informed, particularly if they're building their own home, they can make choices to make their home safer."Norman-based homebuilder C.A. McCarty Construction has partnered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association, State Farm and other businesses to build the 4,700-square-foot home in a northwest Norman subdivision.C.A. McCarty owner Curtis McCarty hopes that the test home will encourage other builders to offer such construction techniques to their clients by giving them a better idea about how much it costs.McCarty estimates the wind-resistant techniques used in the Norman home add about $1 per square foot to the cost of construction, due to additional labor costs as well as materials.The house features metal bracing that secures the roof and foundation, making the wood-frame structure stronger and more wind- resistant. Metal bracing is also used in the weakest structural areas of the home - around the doors and windows. The home also features wind-resistant composite roofing shingles."Hopefully, this will allow homebuilders to give the customer more options as they build a home," Means said.Oklahoma building codes require metal roof tie-downs for new homes, but the regulations only apply to houses in rural areas. The Norman test home goes above and beyond those standards.

The OSHBA also plans to survey its members in the coming weeks to see how many builders in the state are offering wind-resistant construction to their clients.

Metal Roofing's Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does a metal roof cost more than a typical roof?

A. Absolute Steel offers a wide variety of panel systems to meet a variety of slope requirements. Information regarding minimum slope requirements can be found on the specific technical Data Sheet for each product. Typically, metal panel systems can be applied to pitches of � : 12 or greater. Actual minimum slopes may be dependent upon roof geometry, substrate, and physical location of the project.A. Yes. Among the types of insulation that can be used under metal roofing, we recommend foil-faced plastic bubble insulation. This means you can save even more additional utility costs by making your roof more energy efficient through the use of this inexpensive insulation product.A. You'll be surprised to learn that a metal roof is, on average, 50% lighter than an asphalt shingle roof, and 75% lighter than concrete tile, fiber cement shakes and slate. With metal roofing, weight on a structure is never an issue.A. Lightning is attracted to the highest point, not necessarily metal. A metal roof has no greater chance of being hit by lightning than any other type of roof. However, if your roof would be struck by lightning, a metal roof can help prevent your home from catching on fire because it can dissipate the electrical charge. More importantly, it is noncombustible.Q. How will a metal roof stand up to extreme weather?A. A metal roof can withstand decades of abuse from extreme weather like high winds, heavy snow, hailstorms, and even wildfires. Metal roofing has a 120-mph wind rating, meaning it can withstand wind gusts up to 120 miles per hour - equal to an F2 tornado. Under high wind conditions metal roofing systems have wind resistance and uplift resistance that is above the new building code requirements. Naturally, this gives architects and engineers a sense of relief in that they can use the best material to meet those criteria.Q. Does metal roofs attract lightning?A. Metal roof systems in most cases weigh between 1 to 3 pounds per square foot. The actual weight is dependent upon metal gauge and profile of the panel. Metal roof systems are considered a lightweight roof covering compared to their counterparts. The following illustrates the different types of other roofing materials and their respective weights per square foot:A. Today's residential metal roofing is made to look exactly like common roofing material - such as asphalt shingle, cedar shake, clay tile or slate roofing - only stronger and more durable. metal roofing materials come in a wide variety of styles, colors and patterns - there's certain to be a style and finish to match your home and neighborhood.The recycled content of the steel in a metal roof is about 56% from production to installation to reuse - far superior to asphalt. According to the National Association of Homebuilders Research Center, 20 billion pounds of asphalt shingles are dumped into U.S. landfills every year. If you loaded those shingles into tractor trailers, then lined them up end-to-end, they would make a line from New York City to Los Angeles, back to New York City again, then on to Chicago. That's a lot of wasted asphalt. But because a metal roof can often be installed over your current roof, without tearing off what's already there, metal roofing helps to reduce this excessive shingle waste.Q. Would a metal roof be too heavy for certain types of homes, or for smaller structures like a detached garage or porch?A. Most metal panel systems can support the load of an individual walking on them. As with any roof system care must be taken to not cause damage to the roof due to abrasion or collapsing of raised portion of the panel. Appropriate OSHA approved safety procedures should also be followed.All of the above roofing materials are well-outlasted by metal roofing, which retains its good looks and durability decade after decade after decade.Q. Can I add insulation under the metal panels?Q. Is a metal roof environmentally responsible?A. This is a common question, and probably one of the biggest misconceptions about metal roofing. People usually think of an old barn roof where the metal is visible to the interior of the structure. On a residence, however, metal roofing is often installed over a solid substrate. Further, attic space and insulation serve as additional sound barriers. Research has proven that metal is not any noisier than traditional roofing products. In fact, you'll hear more bad weather noise from your walls and windows than you will from your metal roof.In locations that see heavy snow, metal roofing has been the choice of homeowners for years. It sheds snow fast, which protects the structural integrity of the roof. And it can eliminate ice damming at the eves, so water can't back up and collect under the roof then leak into your home. If you live in a part of the country that is prone to wildfires, metal roofing can protect your home should burning embers land on your roof. In fact, you should check with your insurance agent as it's quite likely that the installation of metal roofing will save you money on your homeowners insurance.A. Metal roofing and siding can be easily installed using standard hand tools such as a screw gun, hammer, metal snips, caulk gun, pliers, chalk line and tape measure. Cutting metal panels is best accomplished with an electric metal shear which doesn't cost much and attaches directly onto your drill gun; however, panels may be easily cut with a circular saw with a metal cutting abrasive blade. The best way to insure quilty and durablity is to hire a good metal roofing contractor. Where this might be your first time installing, they have been installing roofs for a liftime.A. Because metal roofing is a premium home product, you can expect your new roof to cost more than what an asphalt shingle roof costs. However, a metal roof is comparable in price to tile roofing or cedar shake roofing. If you currently have a slate roof, you can expect your metal roof to cost less.A. You can expect a metal roof to last at least 2 to 3 times longer than a regular roof. In general terms, count on a metal roof lasting 40 to 60 years and beyond. To put it in context, the average life span of an asphalt roof is 12 to 20 years. That lifespan can be shorter depending on the pitch of your roof and the climate in your area. Made of oil impregnated paper or fiberglass, asphalt begins to deteriorate as soon as you expose it to normal weather. A metal roof, however, will never decompose.Asphalt Shingle: 2 - 3.5lbs psfWood Shingles/Shakes: 3.5 - 4.5lbs psfQ. Is metal roofing noisier in bad weather than asphalt, cedar shake, tile and slate roofing?Q. What is the minimum roof slope for metal roofing?Q. Can you walk on the roof?Q. How much longer will a metal roof last than common roofing like asphalt or wood shingle?No matter what kind of metal roofing style you choose, you'll never have to worry about your roof again. Most come with a true 30 to 50 year warranty. Plus, your new metal roof will add to the resale value of your home, save you money on your energy bills, and give you piece of mind that you'll likely never have to re-roof again.Q. I'm concerned that a metal roof won't match my home and the roofing style in my neighborhood.Clay or Concrete Tile: 5.5 - 10lbs psfQ. How heavy is metal roofing?Q. Are any special tools required?Textured Asphalt Shingle: 3.5 - 5lbs psfOther roofing materials like wood shingle, shake and tile have varying degrees of weather-related problems that lead to breakdown. Wood shingle and shake roofs often need replacement before twenty years. Concrete tile roofs can crack and warp in the freeze/thaw cycle of more northern climates.

A. Metal roofing and siding can be easily installed using standard hand tools such as a screw gun, hammer, metal snips, caulk gun, pliers, chalk line and tape measure. Cutting metal panels is best accomplished with an electric metal shear which doesn't cost much and attaches directly onto your drill gun; however, panels may be easily cut with a circular saw with a metal cutting abrasive blade. The best way to insure quilty and durablity is to hire a good metal roofing contractor. Where this might be your first time installing, they have been installing roofs for a liftime.

BEAUTY FULL beeM

Most supercars take weeks to get used to. Heart-attack spins, near misses and cold sweats are part of the terrifying learning curve.

Mind you, pounds 58k is a big shout and all I could manage was a ravenous 23 mpg.This four-seater cabriolet, with its folding metal roof and decent boot, demands nothing yet rewards with spine-tingling velocity. But unlike all those unwieldy lambos and Ferraris, it can slip into a space at asda and laugh at speed bumps.That's why so many get twisted and thumped.But the BMW M3 Convertible comes with giant-killing performance and school-run docility. Five minutes from the showroom and you're hammering to 60 in less than five seconds, like you're slipstreaming Jenson Button. everybody needs to drive an M3.WHO'D DRIVE IT? The discerning few teCh File engine 3,999cc V8 POWeR 414bhp 0-60 4.9 MAX 155 PRiCe pounds 58,690 in A WORD Restrained rocketBut that's a fraction of the price you'll pay for something Italianate which, when roused, usually measures its mpg in single figures.Those Who Know will nod approvingly, because the M3 is major league wheels.Never have I driven a car that's so fearsomely fast yet indulgently forgiving.The 4.0 V8 and seven-speed DCT gearbox provide tarmac-tearing heave and automatic throttle blipping. Just sit, let a slew of clever computers flatter your driving and listen to an engine note like a NasCaR racer.Fiddle with some buttons and you can really go mental and reprogram your suspension and gearbox shift speeds to squeeze every millisecond from the 414bhp.

WHO'D DRIVE IT? The discerning few teCh File engine 3,999cc V8 POWeR 414bhp 0-60 4.9 MAX 155 PRiCe pounds 58,690 in A WORD Restrained rocket

SUNRISE: Storage unit's contents - including tools - likely stolen

Colorado Springs Police raided a storage unit Thursday afternoon that was filled with items they believe were stolen - including compound bows and swords.

See photos of some of the items at the police website.State Fair opens days and nights of big-time fun FridayRead more about being prepared for emergency situations.Expect more of the same this weekend: hot, relatively dry days. This late-summer heat wave isn't expected to break until late next week.Montoya's first-degree murder and child abuse resulting in death trial began last week. A status conference is scheduled next week.Prosecutors filed charges in Huerfano County where authorities caught up to them Aug. 10 after a high-speed chase on Interstate 25. Authorities say the trio robbed a bank in Georgia and shot at police officers in Florida and Colorado. They're also suspects in two car thefts in Utah.Collectibles, power tools, hand tools, and roofing tools and supplies also were found in the unit. Police believe the items were stolen from vehicles or businesses and are attempting to determine the owners of the items.WEATHERThe siblings - Lee Grace Dougherty, 29, Dylan Stanley-Dougherty, 26, and Ryan Edward Doughert, 21 - face five counts each of attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault, as well as other felony charges. A judge set the preliminary hearing date Thursday.Steven Howards was arrested in the Colorado resort town of Beaver Creek in 2006 after he touched Cheney on the arm and told him his Iraq War policies were "disgusting." No federal charges were filed against Howards, and state charges were dropped.The Jefferson County Sheriff's Department says a warrant was issued Thursday for Edwin Ernesto Rivera Gracias, 27, of Denver. Investigators say Rivera Gracias claims he is from El Salvador and that he is affiliated with the La Mara Salvatrucha gang.The four were convicted in June of conspiring to murder Pablo Zuniga-Garcia. Authorities say he was beaten with padlocks attached to belts.Call Colorado Springs police at 444-7000 if you have information about thefts that may be related to this equipment. You can remain anonymous by calling Crime-stoppers at 634-STOP (7867) or by texting CSPD and your tip to 847411 (TIP411).Nearly two-dozen agencies will take part in Community Emergency Preparedness Night at Sky Sox Stadium, 4385 Tutt Blvd.Highlights of Friday night's entertainment include a roller derby bout at 6:30 p.m and the Little Big Town Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Rodeo at 7:30 p.m.DENVER (AP) - Two Secret Service agents are asking the Supreme Court to declare they are immune from a First Amendment lawsuit filed by a Colorado man who they arrested after he confronted then- Vice President Dick Cheney.The truck was travelling north on Powers Boulevard at about 2:20 a.m. when it struck the signal pole at the intersection of Old Ranch Road. The driver sustained minor injuries in the crash, but the passenger was more seriously hurt, according to police. The passenger was air-lifted to Memorial Hospital. The driver was also transported to the hospital but was treated and released.KMGH-TV reported the mistrial follows testimony by Miriam Gallegos, the girl's mother, that the accused had a history as a sex offender. A judge previously ruled that Angel Ray Montoya's sex offender history could not be brought up at trial.EPA hearings in Sept. on oil, gas emissions rulesIn addition to livestock shows and rodeos, the fair has country singers, popular bands, and old-time crooners lined up to entertain fairgoers. Be on the lookout for performances by Engelbert Humperdinck on Aug. 31, Martina McBride on Sept. 1, The Beach Boys on Sept. 2, and Los Lobos on Sept. 4.Mark Rosalez was sentenced to serve 25 years after his current 10- year sentence. Jose Augustin Pluma was sentenced to 35 years and Juan Martin Ruelas to 20 years. Their previous prison terms have ended.Gallegos, 23, is serving a 12-year prison sentence. Prosecutors allege Montoya killed Neveah Gallegos while her mother was at work in 2007, and the couple made up a story that the girl had been kidnapped.DENVER (AP) - A judge declared a mistrial in the trial of a man accused of strangling a 3-year-old girl and stuffing her body in a trash bag.Bennet, other senators in Pakistan for talksDENVER (AP) - Four inmates convicted in the beating death of another inmate at a federal prison in Florence will serve additional terms of 25 to 40 years. The sentences were handed down Thursday in Denver federal court.The National Weather Service predicts a high of 89 Friday, with lows in the 50s overnight. There's a 30 percent chance of rainstorms in the afternoon and after 9 p.m.Drunken driving suspected in Powers Boulevard crashRead more about the State Fair. See a full schedule of events.DENVER (AP) - The Environmental Protection Agency has scheduled public hearings next month in Colorado, Texas and Pennsylvania on its proposed regulations for air pollution at oil and gas wells.Bennet says the U.S. needs to work with the Pakistani government to end the threat of roadside bombs against American troops.High court asked to block Colorado Secret Service suitHearing for Dougherty siblings set for Sept. 20Bennet's office said Thursday that Sens. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania, Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut also are on the trip.A pick-up truck crashed into a signal pole early Friday morning, and Colorado Springs police suspect the driver was intoxicated.The body of Richard Limon, 69, of Denver was found Aug. 17 beside Lariat Loop road on Mount Zion near Lookout Mountain. Deputies say he was apparently stabbed.In May, Bennet and other senators sent a letter to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urging the State Department to push Pakistan to stop the flow of ammonium nitrate across the Pakistani border. Ammonium nitrate is a key ingredient in roadside bombs made by Afghan insurgents.Disaster preparedness is theme to Friday night eventIf you believe items might be yours, contact the Metal Theft Task Force at 444-7296. You must be able to identify the property and it is helpful if you can provide a case report filed earlier with police.Colorado Springs police officers and firefighters will help prepare residents for emergencies and disasters Friday night.Howards sued the two agents, Virgil D. "Gus" Reichle Jr. and Dan Doyle, claiming he was arrested in retaliation for criticizing Cheney. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver ruled in March that Howards could sue the agents. The agents are asking the Supreme Court to review that ruling.The Denver Post reports Justin Hernandez was sentenced to spend 40 years in prison after his current 20-year term. A criminal complaint said Hernandez was the leader of a prison gang and allegedly ordered the beating.Roads and traffic lanes in the area remain blocked while crews work to repair a traffic light. Police expect them to reopen mid- morning.AROUND COLORADOGOLDEN, Colo. (AP) - A fourth suspect is being sought in the death of a man whose body was found beside a mountain road west of Golden.4 inmates get longer terms in prison killingMistrial declared in Denver toddler deathThe event begins at 6 p.m. before the Sky Sox game and features a food drive for the Care and Share Food Bank of Southern Colorado and a registration drive for automated emergency phone calls, according to the Colorado Springs Fire Department. A blood drive will be held 4-8 p.m.The Colorado State Fair opens Friday at the state fairgrounds in Pueblo and continues until next Sept. 4.WALSENBURG, Colo. (AP) - Three siblings are due in court Sept. 20 for a preliminary hearing in southern Colorado where prosecutors will lay out the details of the evidence for charges pending against the trio.Three suspects were arrested Tuesday on suspicion of first- degree murder. Deputies identified two of them as Raul Nunez-Soto, 46, and Tina Moya, 38. A 17-year-old girl also was arrested.4th suspect sought in body found on mountain

DENVER (AP) - The Environmental Protection Agency has scheduled public hearings next month in Colorado, Texas and Pennsylvania on its proposed regulations for air pollution at oil and gas wells.

Apartments block plan for site of arson - hit hotel; Victorian building was demolished after blaze

Byline: SONIA SHARMA

It was closed for around six months before the blaze and had suffered a series of vandal attacks.When it was set on fire, it took more than 30 firefighters around four hours to put out the flames. Nobody has ever been caught for the arson attack on the building.The firm will be asked to set aside pounds 9,680 for medical improvements. The Primary Care Trust (PCT) says the money will be used for the Portugal Place Health Centre, which is currently over capacity.After the fire, which badly damaged the structure's roof and windows, it was demolished for safety reasons. The cleared site is currently surrounded by a metal fence.In 2007, the old Carville Hotel was placed on a register of buildings of special interest."The proposal would be to use the contribution to carry out improvement works to the Portugal Place Health Centre, including extending into the courtyard to form two new clinical rooms."A contribution of pounds 9,260 is being suggested for play facilities.The former Carville Hotel, on Carville Road, in Wallsend, was burnt down by arsonists in April last year.If the plans are approved, there will be 16 two-bedroom homes and four one-bedroom apartments spread across two blocks. Some 20 car parking spaces are also proposed.The company hopes the new homes, located near a bus terminal and the Wallsend Metro station, will help towards the town's regeneration.The scheme is to be discussed by North Tyneside Council's planning committee tomorrow and officers are recommending approval of the project, subject to an agreement whereby the developer must pay towards health and play facilities in the area."The proposal is considered to be a positive form of development for the site."A VICTORIAN building that was destroyed in a severe fire is set to be replaced by new apartment blocks.People moving into the new apartments are expected to register at this centre, which would result in greater pressure on its services.In a planning report, officers have said: "There are no objections in principle to the redevelopment of this site for residential development. It makes efficient use of a vacant brownfield site within the existing built-up area.HISTORY LOST Firefighters at the scene of the blaze at the former Carville Hotel in Wallsend last yearThe pub, built in 1893, had been in a derelict condition.CAPTION(S):Now Newcastle-based Taylored Commercial Ltd are planning to build 20 apartments in the area, aimed at single people, couples or small families.

HISTORY LOST Firefighters at the scene of the blaze at the former Carville Hotel in Wallsend last year

Energy Savings with Cool Metal Roofing

More and more, homeowners are seeking out energy-saving building materials for their renovations and new homes, products that not only secure and improve structures but also provide long-term cost-cutting on energy bills while promoting environmental and economic sustainability in the greater community. Among the array of possible upgrades, �cool metal roofing� easily answers this consumer demand offering a solid, attractive roofing solution available in multiple colors, textures, and profiles, for steep-slope and low-slope applications, that can save your household up to 40% of its annual energy costs, depending on your geographical region. The Benefits of Energy Efficient Metal Roofing

Elite Roofing & Home Improvements, LLC provides detailed information about shingles, cedar shingles, fiberglass shingles and more. Elite Roofing & Home Improvements, LLC is affiliated with the National Roofing Contractors AssociationAs reported by the Cool Metal Roofing Coalition and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, installation of reflective metal roofing can save your home up to 40% in summer cooling energy costs while highly emissive metal roofs can reduce urban air temperatures by as much as 12 � F. Combined, these benefits mean less money out of your wallet, less dependence on energy resources and less general air pollution in your neighborhood and across the nation.The secret to metal roofing is energy savings is in its variety of finishes. As shown above, the basic, unpainted metal roof will reflect much of the solar radiation usually absorbed in your attic and home by an asphalt roof. But, for homes in warmer climates, pre-painted or granular coated metal roofing systems not only reflect solar energy but also cool your home by re-emitting most of what solar radiation is absorbed. Where annual cooling loads dominate, a highly reflective and highly emissive painted or granular-coated metal roof is optimal for reducing energy consumption and can actually re-emit up to 90% of absorbed solar radiation.

Elite Roofing & Home Improvements, LLC provides detailed information about shingles, cedar shingles, fiberglass shingles and more. Elite Roofing & Home Improvements, LLC is affiliated with the National Roofing Contractors Association

Hiding the block wall is a lath arcade of hanging plants

Lath seemed the answer, as Sandy and Larry Davidson of Huntington Beach, California, critically eyed the unattractive cinder-block wall behind their 4- by 60-foot planting bed.

During an extensive remodel, Martino decided to make the patio more hospitable for outdoor living. He removed the offending awning, decked over the entire concrete slab, and added a planter.The new redwood deck forms a distinctive platform that seems to float over the lawn. To tie indoors and outdoors together, the deck surface--8 inches above the slab--was set at the same level as the floor of the house.The vine you see climbing over the lath structure is kangaroo treebine (Cissus antarctica), which can be planted in mild-winter coastal areas. For a hardier alternative, plant Carolina jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens). The baskets and other hanging planters hold fuchsias, begonias, and seasonal annuals.Container plants are watered by drip tubing concealed in a 3/4-inch PVC pipe that runs across the roof of the arbor (the PVC also protects the tubing from the sun).

Container plants are watered by drip tubing concealed in a 3/4-inch PVC pipe that runs across the roof of the arbor (the PVC also protects the tubing from the sun).

Right over the concrete, a curvey new deck

A concrete rear partio with an awkward metal awning: these were two features that architect David Martino didn't like about his 1950s tract house in Lafayette, California. The hard barren slab could get blindingly hot in the summer. A pink-and-white aluminum canopy blocked light from the house and looked out of place with the shake roof.

The deeply lobed, dark green leaves of Japanese aralia (Fatsia japonica) and the lacy foliage of dwarf tree fern (Blechnum gibbum) lend a tropical look. These thrive in areas with mild summers and winters. Other shrubs are evergreen azaleas.To support the structure, 8-foot-long 4-by-4 posts were set in concrete footings placed 80 inches apart and anchored with metal straps. Horizontal 4-by-4 beams rest on these posts. To bring the cinder-block wall up to the same height as the new front wall, a short extension of 2 by 4's and 2 by 6's went over the top row of blocks (see above). Nailing strips (2 by 3's) for the lath facing were fastened to the block wall with lag bolts in lead plugs. Lath was painted white before assembly.

To provide shade without cutting off too much light from the house, Martino built a rectangular trellis at one end of the deck. Eventually, vines will cover the trellis, adding more shade.

San Jose students learn as they build a house

Hands-on experience can be a most practical learning tool, as 47 high school students in San Jose, California, learned over a 14-month period.

Photo: Glowing with sunlight diffused through its taut umbrella cap, airy garden pavilion defines seating area near retaining wall wedged into steep Los Angeles canyonAt the gazebo's base, they bolted fourturned wood columns to metal L-brackets set in the corners of a concrete slab. For further stability, L-brackets connect the back columns to the retaining wall.To hold the duct length firmly in place,metal straps pop-riveted to the duct are nailed to the roof and ceiling framing. Outside, the duct rises a few inches above the surface of the roof to create a curb which is sealed with asphalt emulsion. Capping the shaft is a round piece of 1/4-inch-thick clear acrylic held in place with a thick bead of silicone caulk.The project drew many willing participants. Citation Builders sold a corner lot in a planned development area at the builder's cost. The Santa Clara Building Trades Council not only endorsed the project, but provided apprentice program assistance in the fields of plastering, gypsum-board taping, and bricklaying. Energy consultants donated their services, and plumbing, lumber, and electric companies pitched in with building materials. Predictably, construction took longer than with professional builders. "We took our time to teach the kids how to do it right," says Carl Hefner, supervising instructor from CCOC. He and other teachers patiently checked, praised, or corrected each phase. Building inspectors then double-checked and approved the work.Photo: Up on top, silicone caulk holds flat acryliccap to duct; asphalt emulsion seals roof. Inside powder room, open-ended sheetmetal shaft makes natural downlight

The program is intended to be self-perpetuating; money raised by the sale of the house will go to buy land and services for the next project.

Simple daylight for a small room

Simple daylight for a small room

Under careful supervision, they built a 1,190-square-foot passive solar house, giving them the chance to deal with all phases of construction: foundation work, framing, electrical wiring, plumbing, sheet-metal work, insulating, gypsum-board installation, masonry, roofing, cabinetry, even landscaping.Inside the house, the duct fits flush withthe ceiling; taping compound fills the seam between gypsum and metal. Left unpainted, the galvanized interior surface of the shaft bounces maximum light to the room below.Photo: Light aluminum frame seems to float abovemassive column. Hidden V-shaped bracket actually links center pipe with postThe program is intended to be self-perpetuating; money raised by the sale of the house will go to buy land and services for the next project.This pyramid-roofed gazebo sits at oneend of a small canyon garden. Santa Monica landscape architects Pamela Burton and Katherine Spitz designed the structure to provide a shaded spot for outdoor seating.

Photo: Inside attic, metal supportstraps are pop-riveted to duct and nailed to roof framing members. Arrangement of supports in your attic would depend on framing structure, length and angle of duct

Canvas top for a garden gazebo

Canvas top for a garden gazebo

Photo: Inside attic, metal supportstraps are pop-riveted to duct and nailed to roof framing members. Arrangement of supports in your attic would depend on framing structure, length and angle of ductPiping daylight into this windowless powderroom is a short length of galvanized sheet-metal heating duct. Phoenix architect William P. Bruder designed and installed several of these inexpensive ceiling shafts in Linda and Chuck Redman's Tempe house.For the roof, an awning maker stretchedsailcloth over an arc-welded frame of aluminum pipe. The vanvas wraps tautly around aluminum struts fastened to the horizontal pipes with sheet metal screws. Bolts through L-brackets bent into a V secure the frame to the columns.Construction was simple. Using a sabersaw, Bruder cut aligned holes in the rolled roofing and decking and the gypsum board ceiling. These holes measure only slightly larger than the diameter of the duct. (A steeply pitched roof would require an elliptical hole; for a hole-cutting template, use a section of the duct cut at an angle to match the pitch of the roof.)

Photo: Light aluminum frame seems to float abovemassive column. Hidden V-shaped bracket actually links center pipe with post