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mike@standardsmichigan.com

Blair County Pennsylvania 814

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  • “The Red Balloon”

    All day
    2025.10.01

    National Balloon Ascension Day. Celebrated on January 9th, this day commemorates the first balloon flight in the United States, which took place in 1793.
    Balloons Around the World Day.  Observed on October 1st, this day encourages people to spread joy by sharing balloons and balloon art globally.
    Hot Air Balloon Day. Celebrated on June 5th, this day honors the history and impact of hot air balloons on travel and leisure.

    ISO 8124 – Safety of Toys: Sets global safety standards for toys, including balloons, which are classified as toys for children.  Covers choking hazard warnings, small parts testing, and labeling requirements.

    EN 71 (Europe): European Union safety standards for toys, including balloons. EN 71-1 specifically deals with mechanical and physical properties, such as (1) Thickness of material to prevent bursting under pressure, (2) Testing for small parts to prevent choking hazards.

    ASTM F963 (United States): American safety standard for toys, including requirements for labeling, flammability, and material safety.

     

  • Chinese National Day

    All day
    2025.10.01

    https://standardsmichigan.com/flying-tigers/

  • Ædificare & Utilization

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.01

    LIVE: Construction Cameras

    “Etude pour les constructeurs” 1950 Fernand Leger

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    We follow the construction spend rate of the US education industry; using the US Census Bureau Construction Spending figures released the first day of every month.  (We encourage our colleagues in the education facilities industry to respond to Census Bureau-retained data gathering contractors in order to contribute to the accuracy of the report.)

    We will scan noteworthy releases of tax advantage financial instruments that finance this construction.

     

    https://youtu.be/x613cyteWL4

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  • I.G.Y. – Jazzhaus Jugendorchester

    All day
    2025.10.03
    Santa Clara University | “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” https://youtu.be/q7pZVRIo05U?si=F_b51knk_sQfv009

  • Fall Field Sport

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.03

    University of Michigan Sailing Team | Great Lakes

    https://twitter.com/OtayMark/status/1687584197752537091?s=20

    https://twitter.com/StandardsMich/status/1550752898740543489?s=20

    https://twitter.com/SportSapienza/status/1687454976015020033?s=20

    https://twitter.com/USASwimming/status/1687150046612250624?s=20

    https://twitter.com/Vol_SwimDive/status/1687087529214844928?s=20

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  • Blockchain Standards

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.06

    https://standardsmichigan.com/blockchain-standards/

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/intellectual-property-101/

  • Intellectual Property

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.06

    Chronicle of Higher Education: The Campus Cold War — Faculty vs. Administrators

    Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Student Art

    Innovation – Standardization – Commoditization run along a continuum.  Today we unpack some of the ideas that hasten (and prohibit) leading practice discovery; how quickly goods and services become a “human right”; why all of this is relevant to education communities and why some believe that commoditization is a myth.

    From the Wikipedia

    In business literature, commoditization is defined as the process by which goods that have economic value and are distinguishable in terms of attributes (uniqueness or brand) end up becoming simple commodities in the eyes of the market or consumers. It is the movement of a market from differentiated to undifferentiated price competition and from monopolistic competition to perfect competition. Hence, the key effect of commoditization is that the pricing power of the manufacturer or brand owner is weakened: when products become more similar from a buyer’s point of view, they will tend to buy the cheapest.

    Related:

    Why High-Tech Commoditization Is Accelerating

     

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  • “Harry Potter & Fur Elise” | Sacred Heart School

    All day
    2025.10.08
    Santa Clara University | “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” https://youtu.be/q7pZVRIo05U?si=F_b51knk_sQfv009

  • Elevators & Lifts

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.08

    University of Wisconsin Stadium Elevator

    Many education communities have 100’s of elevators and escalators.   This is a difficult space for driving costs down

    (because of strong manufacturer and labor presence) but we will give the “old college try”

    https://youtu.be/Y2q8sbJDLEw

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  • Metals

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.14

    Today we review the literature informing building construction metalwork; including metalworks research laboratories and fine art studios.  Click in with the login in credentials at the upper right of our home page.

    https://standardsmichigan.com/standing-agenda-metalworks/

  • Wire

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.14

    https://standardsmichigan.com/wires/

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  • Radon, et al

    All day
    2025.10.16

    Radon

    Chemical and gas hazards in school buildings can pose significant risks to students, staff, and visitors. Below is a list of common chemical and gas hazards found in school environments, based on information from sources like the CDC, EPA, and other safety resources:Chemical HazardsCleaning Supplies and Disinfectants Examples: Bleach, ammonia, quaternary ammonium compounds, floor strippers, and degreasers.
    Risks: Skin irritation, respiratory issues, eye damage, or toxic reactions if mixed (e.g., bleach and ammonia creating chlorine gas).
    Location: Custodial closets, classrooms, restrooms, and kitchens.

    Laboratory Chemicals Examples: Acids (e.g., hydrochloric acid), bases (e.g., sodium hydroxide), solvents (e.g., ethanol, acetone), and reagents used in science labs.
    Risks: Burns, poisoning, fires, or explosions if mishandled or improperly stored.
    Location: Science laboratories and storage rooms.

    Art Supplies Examples: Paints, glues, solvents, dyes, and aerosols containing volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
    Risks: Inhalation of fumes, skin contact irritation, or long-term exposure effects.
    Location: Art classrooms and studios.

    Pesticides and Herbicides Examples: Insecticides, rodenticides, and weed killers used for pest control or grounds maintenance.
    Risks: Toxicity, allergic reactions, or environmental contamination.
    Location: Groundskeeping storage, cafeterias, or applied areas like athletic fields.

    Asbestos Description: Found in older school buildings (pre-1980s) in insulation, floor tiles, or ceiling materials.
    Risks: Inhalation of fibers can cause lung diseases, including mesothelioma.
    Location: Older building materials, often disturbed during renovations.

    Lead Description: Present in old paint (pre-1978) or plumbing systems.
    Risks: Neurological damage, developmental issues, especially in young children.
    Location: Painted surfaces, water pipes, or solder in older buildings.

    Formaldehyde Description: Found in pressed wood furniture, carpets, or preserved specimens in biology labs.
    Risks: Respiratory irritation, potential carcinogen with long-term exposure.
    Location: Classrooms, labs, or new furniture installations.

    Mercury Description: Found in old thermometers, barometers, or fluorescent bulbs.
    Risks: Toxic if spilled or inhaled, causing neurological and kidney damage.
    Location: Science labs, storage rooms, or maintenance areas.

    Gas HazardsCarbon Monoxide (CO) Source: Malfunctioning heating systems, gas-powered equipment, or vehicle exhaust near air intakes.
    Risks: Poisoning, leading to headaches, dizziness, or death in high concentrations.
    Location: Boiler rooms, kitchens, or poorly ventilated areas.

    Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Source: Overcrowded or poorly ventilated classrooms, or dry ice used in experiments.
    Risks: Drowsiness, difficulty breathing, or asphyxiation in extreme cases.
    Location: Classrooms, labs, or confined spaces.

    Natural Gas Source: Leaks from gas lines, heaters, or appliances in kitchens or labs.
    Risks: Fire, explosion, or asphyxiation.
    Location: Kitchens, science labs, or mechanical rooms.

    Radon Description: A naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep into buildings from the ground.
    Risks: Long-term exposure increases lung cancer risk.
    Location: Basements or ground-floor rooms in areas with high radon levels.

    Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Source: Paints, adhesives, cleaning products, or new furnishings.
    Risks: Eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, or long-term health effects.
    Location: Newly renovated areas, art rooms, or custodial storage.

    Chlorine Gas Source: Accidental mixing of cleaning chemicals (e.g., bleach and ammonia) or pool maintenance chemicals.
    Risks: Severe respiratory irritation or poisoning.
    Location: Custodial areas, swimming pools, or science labs.

    Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Source: Combustion from heating systems or nearby vehicle emissions.
    Risks: Respiratory irritation or aggravation of asthma.
    Location: Near HVAC systems or urban school locations.

    Mitigation StrategiesVentilation: Ensure proper HVAC systems and regular maintenance to reduce gas buildup.
    Storage: Store chemicals in locked, well-ventilated areas with proper labeling.
    Training: Educate staff and students on safe handling and emergency procedures.
    Monitoring: Use CO detectors, radon testing, and air quality monitors.
    Maintenance: Regularly inspect and update old building materials (e.g., asbestos, lead).
    Regulations: Follow OSHA, EPA, and local guidelines for chemical and gas safety.

  • Mechanical 330

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.16

    “A machine, to be economical, should be capable of being worked at any time,

    day or night, summer and winter, with trifling exception.”

    — Thomas Tredgold (1882 “Practical Essay on the Strength of Cast Iron and Other Metals“)

     

     

    Today we scan of redlines of titles open for public consultation in the mechanical engineering domain as it is understood in building construction disciplines.   After architectural elements, mechanical systems in new building construction encompass a variety of components and technologies that are designed to ensure the comfort, safety, and functionality of the building’s occupants. These systems are crucial for maintaining indoor environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and air quality. Here are some key mechanical system elements commonly found in new building construction:

    1. HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning):
      • Heating: Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, or electric heaters are used to provide warmth in cold seasons.
      • Ventilation: Systems that circulate fresh air, remove indoor pollutants, and regulate humidity.
      • Air Conditioning: Cooling systems, such as central air conditioners or ductless mini-split units, maintain comfortable temperatures during hot weather.
    2. Ductwork: A network of ducts and pipes used to distribute heated or cooled air throughout the building. These ducts also serve to facilitate ventilation and air filtration.
    3. Plumbing Systems: Water supply and wastewater removal systems, including pipes, fixtures, pumps, and water heaters for hot water supply.
    4. Elevators and Escalators: Vertical transportation systems that move people and goods between different floors of the building.
    5. Noise Control: Sound insulation and acoustic design are essential for ensuring a comfortable and quiet indoor environment, especially in commercial or multi-family residential buildings.
    6. Building Automation and Smart Technologies: Integration of smart devices and sensors for energy management, security, and convenience, including lighting, blinds, and security systems.  These are computer-based systems that monitor and control various building systems, including HVAC, lighting, security, and access control, to optimize energy usage and maintain comfort.
    7. Plumbing and Sanitary Systems: Sanitary systems manage wastewater disposal and sewage, while plumbing systems provide clean water for domestic use.
    8. Environmental Controls: Systems for managing indoor air quality, including air purification, humidity control, and pollutant filtration.

    These mechanical system elements work in conjunction to create a comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient building environment. The design and integration of these systems are critical to the overall functionality and sustainability of modern building projects. 

    Many of the characteristics listed above are covered in separate colloquia.  Use the login credentials at the upper right of our homepage. 

    Related:

    https://standardsmichigan.com/mechanical-engineering-monthly/

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  • Radio 300

    All day
    2025.10.17

    The IT Law Wiki: Spectrum Allocation

    https://standardsmichigan.com/radio-300/

  • Media Production Facilities

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.17

    Media Production Facilities

    We review best practice literature in the field of audio, video and multimedia systems and equipment greatly expanded in the Massive Online Open Online Course  and #LearnFromHome zietgeist.  These titles include specification of the performance, methods of measurement for consumer and professional equipment and their application in systems and its interoperability with other systems or equipment.  Multimedia is the integration of any form of audio, video, graphics, data and telecommunication and integration includes the production, storage, processing, transmission, display and reproduction of such information.

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  • Rain & Lightning

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.21

    Lightning flash density – 12 hourly averages over the year (NASA OTD/LIS) This shows that lightning is much more frequent in summer than in winter, and from noon to midnight compared to midnight to noon.

    https://youtu.be/zisnPchVYKs

    https://standardsmichigan.com/rain-2/

  • Data Centers

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.21

    “Composition in red, yellow, blue and black” (1921) / Piet Mondrian

    Status check on open source consensus products — and practical applications —  evolving around distributed ledger technologies for financing, planning, design, operation & maintenance of the #WiseCampus.

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  • “Pictures at an Exhibition” Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra

    All day
    2025.10.22

    https://standardsmichigan.com/gates-of-kiev-pictures-at-an-exhibition-promenade/

  • Group B Committee Action Hearings | Cleveland

    All day
    2025.10.22-2025.10.30

    https://www.iccsafe.org/events/conference/welcome/?utm_source=12steps&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=2025conference&utm_id=2025conference&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22693596411&gbraid=0AAAAABWL9ih_vvs5S_YROZediVvVKMhUV&gclid=CjwKCAjwuePGBhBZEiwAIGCVS22TVr86_HN4LNtowChazH9a__IleNzCEyJ9QxEH-hcWM9RxF6DD1xoCnpQQAvD_BwE

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  • Ventilation

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.23

    Lorem ipsum | Placeholder for future session

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/installation-of-air-conditioning-and-ventilating-systems/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/ashrae-154-food-may-31st/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/archive-ashrae-62-1-ventilation-for-acceptable-indoor-air-quality/

    https://standardsmichigan.com/international-mechanical-code/

  • Laboratories

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.23

    “Der Alchemist” 1908 / Max Fuhrmann

     

    Status check on standards action that guide laboratory safety and sustainability in all building disciplines.    There are about ten standards developers in this space and they do not all move in a coordinated manner among themselves; much less from state-to-state.  Anyone is welcomed to join this teleconference with the login information below.  For an agenda, please join our mailing list.

    https://standardsmichigan.com/standing-agenda-laboratories/

    https://youtu.be/zHAl1PHcQyU?si=LYF8wOYY9Lvqx_o1

    Biosafety Cabinetry NSF International

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  • United States Consumer Sentiment

    All day
    2025.10.24

    Release Calendar 2025

    Final Results for October 2025

    The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (MCSI) is released twice a month:

    1. Preliminary Report – Released mid-month (usually the second Friday of the month).
    2. Final Report – Released at the end of the month (usually the fourth Friday of the month).

    Both reports are published at 10:00 AM Eastern Time (ET).

    https://youtu.be/D0xSuqKoByQ?si=-pawPMfA1bnY3-FM

    https://youtu.be/GxbKuek88NQ?si=v249UC4EAG2qJXlh

    https://youtu.be/JkQauI15hlE?si=uAm42E0eGtSCtJPH

  • Style & Fashion

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.24

    Bishop Kelley High School | Oklahoma County

    https://standardsmichigan.com/school-uniforms/

     

    https://standardsmichigan.com/style-2/

  • Fine Arts 200

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.24

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    There are written fine arts standards that have been developed by various organizations and educational bodies. These standards provide a framework for what students should know and be able to do in the arts at different grade levels. Here are a few examples of fine arts standards:

    National Core Arts Standards: The National Core Arts Standards were developed by the National Coalition for Core Arts Standards and outline what students should know and be able to do in dance, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts at different grade levels.

    State Fine Arts Standards: Many states have their own fine arts standards that are aligned with the National Core Arts Standards but may be tailored to reflect the unique needs and priorities of the state; e.g., State of Ohio Fine Art Standards

    International Baccalaureate Arts Standards: The International Baccalaureate (IB) program offers arts standards as part of their curriculum framework for the arts. These standards are designed to develop students’ creative and critical thinking skills in the arts.

    Arts Education Partnership National Standards for Arts Education: The Arts Education Partnership has developed national standards for arts education that cover the four major artistic disciplines: dance, music, theater, and visual arts.

    Today at 15:00 UTC we drill into the technical specifics that contribute to the safety and sustainability of spaces used for the teaching, practice and

    display of the fine arts.  These occupancies are typically at greater risk than classrooms because they usually contain volatile fluids for artistic painting

    or biologic specimen preservation, kilns for pottery, fabrics and related machinery for teaching fashion design and practice.  

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  • Playlist: Monster Mash

    All day
    2025.10.29

    Frankenstein: The Modern Prometheus 1888| Mrs. Shelly. George Routledge and Sons

     
    https://open.spotify.com/track/0xxZY5C9xxij3D1HkzbnfC?si=0c583cd961504098
    https://youtu.be/_DfW654p5O0?si=QbWTW3tv8dJGMKDg

    https://youtu.be/6_tif-OZpuk

    • “Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.” (Chapter 20 – Creature)
    • “I ought to be thy Adam, but I am rather the fallen angel.” (Chapter 8 – Creature)
    • “Learn from me… how dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge.” (Letter 4 – Walton)
    • “If I cannot inspire love, I will cause fear.” (Chapter 17 – Creature)
    • “I was benevolent and good; misery made me a fiend.” (Chapter 16 – Creature)
    • “Life, although it may only be an accumulation of anguish, is dear to me.” (Chapter 20 – Creature)
    • “The fallen angel becomes a malignant devil.” (Chapter 20 – Creature)
    • “Man, how ignorant art thou in thy pride of wisdom!” (Chapter 23 – Victor)
    • “Seek happiness in tranquillity and avoid ambition.” (Chapter 24 – Victor)
    • I am malicious because I am miserable.” (Chapter 16 – Creature)
    • “My heart was fashioned to be susceptible of love and sympathy.” (Chapter 16 – Creature)
    • “All men hate the wretched.” (Chapter 10 – Creature)
    • “You are my creator, but I am your master.” (Chapter 20 – Creature)

    https://youtu.be/fqV5jJ1y5yM?si=Vv-mJOKgvQ0AJCQj

    https://youtu.be/THf1ULU0_cQ

     

    https://youtu.be/vNuVifA7DSU

    https://youtu.be/fqV5jJ1y5yM?si=Vv-mJOKgvQ0AJCQj

     

  • Energy 200

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.29

    What a Wonderful World! | Ho Charlotte Sie Wing, 13, China

    Review of all consensus, consortia and open source codes, standards and regulations regarding energy production and conservation relevant to the education facility industry.

    Faculty and staff in the education industry in all nations provide basic research, application research in energy technologies.  The “cities-within-cities” we call the #SmartCampus” also provide crucibles for new testing new technologies as well as provide energy load for utilities operating under all ownership regimes.

    Send bella@standardsmichigan.com an email for an advance agenda.

    https://standardsmichigan.com/agenda-energy-standards-monthly/

    https://twitter.com/lepidopterlst/status/1677048895598215168?s=20

    https://twitter.com/NSSEO_org/status/1676692132256440321?s=20

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  • Tax-Free School Bonds

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.30

    “Washington money” 2012 Robert Silvers

    Today we pick through a few tax-free bond offerings that finance education community construction with a eye toward reducing construction cost and life-cycle maintenance through building codes and standards.   Use the login credentials at the upper right of our home page.

    https://standardsmichigan.com/tax-free-bonds/

  • Land & Property Finance

    11:00 -12:00
    2025.10.30

    “Parable of the Rich Fool” 1627 Rembrandt

    Today we run a status check on public consultations released by ANSI-accredited and finance industry consortia whose involvement affects the cost of US education communities.   Ahead of quarterly county elections we examine a few tax-free bond referenda on ballots across the US for insight into the money flow through education communities.

    What is Financial Technology?

    https://twitter.com/GraemeK73/status/1643000411706589189?s=20

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Quadrivium: Spring

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