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12-05-2008, 12:39 PM
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Modern Marvels : Insulation. Airs on Friday December 05 07:00 PM
It keeps us warm. It keeps us cool. It protects us and makes our world more comfortable. As simple as a pane of glass, or as complex as the fuselage of a space station, it's all around us, but is almost always out of sight. We explore where insulation technology has been, where it is today, and where it's going. We'll visit the manufacturing facilities of two of the most recognizable insulating materials: fiberglass and foam; and explore how insulation has evolved. Historical highlights include how the ancient Romans and Greeks insulated their homes, as well as the natives of tropical and arctic climates. New technologies covered include insulated concrete forms and gas-filled panels. Whether at home or in the office, on a space station, or beneath the sea, insulation is essential for making our world habitable. We'll show that how we use insulation, and how we develop it, will be a major factor in how we conserve our supply of energy in the coming years.
http://www.history.com/minisite.do?c...1&mini_id=1335
If anyone is interested that get's the History channel. It's actually on right now also.
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12-05-2008, 05:24 PM
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Location: Grosse Ile Michigan
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Do they cover ICYNENE? It is great insulation and really neat to see it installed.
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12-05-2008, 05:38 PM
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I didn't get to see the beginning. I got to see the last half. I just figured if anyone was interested in learning a little something about insulation I thought it may spark some interest.
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12-05-2008, 07:02 PM
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I just caught the end although not the first part. Hoping my DVR will record this episode again should it come on.
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12-05-2008, 07:08 PM
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Yeah it went over foam insulation, fiberglass...etc. Very good IMO.
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