Bogor Train Station

When we drove my brother at Bogor Train Station (Bogor, West Java, Indonesia), I captured a few shots. I saw a biker held two bikes near the entrance. He allowed me to take a picture of him, while waiting his friend bought the tickets.

There are yellow touches on his helmet and on a wall public phone on the back ground. Sorry for the blurry!

The pedestrian street in the front of the train station. Some yellow lights seen here.

 I can't share train pics here. Without buying tickets, we don't allowed to go inside the station. I've tried to make a few shots from a distance, but all looked blurry.

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Keeping Water under Control with the Proper Drainage System

Even though we are fairly accurate at predicting the weather, we still have absolutely no way to control it. By studying weather patterns and weather systems for years, we have been able to get a better understanding of what causes normal weather patterns and severe weather patterns too. Technology has played a key role in understanding the weather. Complex computer systems have been created that help us get a better understanding of what if going on, and satellites have helped us get a better picture of what is happening in the sky.

Back down on the street level it all comes down to a matter of learning how to control certain elements of the weather. We now have a really good idea of when it is going to rain, so we have been able to engineer ways to control all of the water that comes pouring out of the clouds.

Storm Drainage Systems

Storm drainage systems have been created to help keep massive amounts of water from flooding into streets. These systems are essential in almost every type of construction including residential, commercial, industrial and even institutional. Without these systems in place, a small rain storm could cause all types of water damage. 

How Do They Work?

Before any type of construction is started, a good drainage system is planned out. We can't control gravity, but we can create a drainage channel here and there that will help steer water from one area to another. These channels are constructed throughout an area so that water will not build up in any certain place and stop it from causing any problems. Without them in place, there would be standing water, or worse, flooding. The benefits of having the proper drainage system installed are plainly obvious, but there are different types of drainage systems to choose from. Some drainage systems are more efficient than others, and some may cost more or less. It pays to do a little bit of online research to help determine which drainage system is going to be the best choice.

What Should You Look For?

When you start your online search, there are several things that you should look for. The first thing that you should pay close attention to is the reputation of the company that has created the drainage system. Like I said before, not all drainage systems are the same, and not all drainage system companies are the same either.

The company should have a proven track record for helping their customers, but more importantly, their products need to have a proven track record as well. It would not make any sense to invest in a drainage system if it is not going to adequately drain water from a specific area.

The next thing to keep your eyes on is the amount of water the drainage system can handle. There may be more water in your area than another. Make sure that the drainage system you choose can handle the amount of water that is going to be moving through your area.

Keep these tips in mind, and you will not have any problems locating the perfect drainage system.

Jake Johnson is a freelance writer who enjoys writing about modern construction and the issues that engineers face when designing the proper drainage channel. 

How Solar Roof Tiles are Gaining Popularity

Recent advances in solar technology have led to the creation of the solar roof tile. This device has gained quick popularity, with cheaper costs and easier installation methods bringing efficient solar technology into the financial reach of the average home owner. The recent surge in popularity has brought a lot of attention to the solar roof tile for multiple reasons.

Unlike old-fashioned solar panels, the solar roof tile is easy to install, with a full roof assembly taking no longer than traditional shingles. The solar roof tile replaces individual shingles on your roof while their dark blue color permits them to blend seamlessly into your existing rooftop. These solar tiles designed to function as a part of your roof provides the same protection from the elements as traditional shingles while producing energy for your home.

As these panels replace parts of your roof, there are no mounting brackets or hardware to become problematic and unsightly. The existing slope of your roof is used, eliminating the need for careful positioning that was present in traditional solar panels. These panels are lightweight, with each section weighing less than three pounds per square foot of tile installed, allowing roofs to support the weight of the system.

Eliminating the need of wiring the each shingle of solar roof tile is equipped with unique interlocking connectors at both ends of the unit. These simply snap together, linking the entire solar tile system into a single power generating device for your home.

The solar cells blends into the lightweight design, with a thin sheet of glass protecting these cells from the elements. Importantly, the individual tiles are hammered into the roof like traditional roofing materials. They come with a warranty that may even outlast the roofing material surrounding it while blending in so well that onlookers will not be able to tell, whether a home is solar powered.

These solar roof tiles are also gaining popularity because of their affordability. Individual panels cost only a couple hundred dollars, depending on the market. This places these roof tiles in any homeowner's budget, allowing large sections of the roof to be changed to solar tiles. In typical sunny conditions, the solar roof tile is known to pay for itself in less than two years.

The benefits of solar power are now within the reach of any homeowner. The energy produced by the sun is still free, and as always its non-polluting, lowers carbon footprint significantly. When solar roof tiles generate more power than required, the excess energy channel backs into the power grid, resulting in power meter running backwards.

The power company pays extra for excess energy roof tiles generate, which dramatically reduces energy bills. Combined with federal and regional incentives that will cover much of the cost of the panels themselves, it is no wonder that solar roof tiles are becoming such a popular addition to the average home.

Shamala is a media blogger and writes for AQVA Bathrooms, the on-line store for Designer Cloakrooms and bathrooms. You can follow shamala on twitter @sfgauri and you can interact with AQVA on their facebook page.

Let the Professionals from Rug Cleaning Company Help You!

We have hard rainy days here. We’re so fortunate to live in a flood-free area, but some people in other towns aren’t able to avoid the coming flood.  Until now, they have to move to safer place. It’s so sad to see flood news in television. Recently I saw an evacuation process of some workers that trapped in a basement of an office building. Two men founded safe, one man has passed away and there’s still one man to search for. I wish the flood will be over soon and everything will be back to normal again. My deepest sympathy to all flood sufferers!

Last Friday my husband and I visited a sister-in-law’s home.  There’s a wide rug placed in the living room.  My nephew usually plays every day on it. That day, I noticed the rug looked clean and beautiful but smelly. My sister-in-law said that the rug has been washed at a carpet laundry nearby and she just received the rug that morning. I guessed the rug wasn’t cleaned and dried as it should be.   

I thought it would be better if she gets help from skilled people at a reputable rug cleaning company. Let the professionals do the rug cleaning job. They know what to do to keep your rug fresh, stain-free, toxin-free, hygienic and looking like new.  Expert rug cleaners can take away dust and dirt that you can’t obviously see -deep into the carpet. They use specialized appliance and high quality cleaning products to clean the carpet thoroughly.  The unpleasant odors that trapped in the rug fibers will also totally removed.  It’s really worth to apply their knowledge and expertise!