Dave describes two of his favorite parks along Northeast Ohio's lakefront - Edgewater Park in Cleveland, and Huntington Beach to the West. He visits their wonderful walkways, piers and public views of beautiful Lake Erie and the Cleveland skyline.

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Dave describes the benefits of taking time to achieve peace, solitude, fitness and recreation by spending quality time in the renowned Cleveland MetroParks' Rocky River Reservation. The reservation became the first of 18 reservations, established in 1919, in what's known today Northeast Ohio's beautiful "Emerald Necklace."

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Dave reviews Cleveland's MetroParks history and its establishment as one of the most recognized and valued local park systems in the United States, known as "The Emerald Necklace."

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Dave interviews Paul J. Richards, President of PCM Products Inc., a world-recognized leader in photo chemical machining and manufacturing, headquartered in Titusville, Florida. Their products have been developed and used throughout a wide range of industries, including industrial, computers, aerospace and decorative. In this brief podcast, Paul describes the history of this industrial process, the company's legacy, and the unique and essential state-of-the-art services that they provide to a broad range of customers.

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Dave finds a free piano (!) and finds it necessary to have it tuned. He turns to "Piano Tuner Extraordinaire" Mark Graham, who serviced Baldwin-Wallace University's Conservatory of Music for decades for piano tuning and advice. Dave asserts that a tuned piano leads to musical inclinations, fascination and encouragement that lasts a lifetime, and encourages everyone to get a piano - and to be sure to have it tuned!

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Dave describes the process of obtaining a cheap piano and re-purposing its use for a beginning piano player. A Baldwin piano, obtained with a winning $5 bid from a local school, was given a new life and purpose with some fresh stain, minor repairs and an easy move to its new home for an appreciative family. 

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Dave interviews Baker Extraordinaire, Kayla and Owner George Bagsarian on the unique history of Lehman's Deli and Bakery. Lehman's began as a fruit orchard and farm market on Detroit Road in Westlake, Ohio, who served the community during World War II. Today, George and Kayla have turned Lehman's into a local "hot spot" for the entire west side community, serving fresh-baked foods, home-made soups and sandwiches (on artisan bread), along with unique bakery specialties while serving up coffee and espresso with a smile.

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Dave reviews the history of the American Donut, its origins, evolution, and today's artisanal development with Mr. Kelly Brewer, Founder and Chief Donut Developer at Big Mouth Donuts of Rocky River, Ohio.

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Dave interviews Damian White of Clarity VM UK involving Mighty Line's product lines, and Damian's passion for 5S, 6S, and highly effective visual management systems in operations.

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Dave interviews Joe Pampush, Vice-President of Sales for ShieldMark Inc. Viewers and listeners will hear why Mighty Line floor tape, shapes, signs and symbols are leading the floor marking and demarcation industry, as well as what is forthcoming from Mighty Line. Hear directly from Joe about Mighty Line's rapidly growing brand of products, customers and excellent customer service, and how Mighty Line is best suited to you create operationally effective and safe warehousing.

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Dave discusses smoke and fire detection with Lieutenant Patrick Crawford of the City of Westlake, Ohio Fire Department. Lt. Crawford covers the importance of assuring active and properly placed smoke detectors throughout residential homes and occupancies. Lt. Crawford explains available programs to help those unable to afford smoke detectors. Smoke detector types, CO monitoring, bedroom door closure fire research, and residential preparedness for the unexpected are covered in this 10 minute podcast.

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Dave reports from the 2024 ASSP Professional Development Conference in Denver, Colorado on the use of domes and mirrors to improve safety and prevent serious accidents in warehouse, industrial and commercial operations.

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Dave interviews Alexandra with MAKESafeTools.com at the 2024 American Society of Safety Professionals 2024 Professional Development Conference. MAKESafe Tools stops industrial machinery upon stop button activation to help prevent hazardous tool costing while significantly reducing the risk of workplace injuries, using their unique electrical systems.

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Dave interviews Scott Stone, General Manager of Lockout Tag-out systems and products for Rockford Systems LLC, the premier machinery safeguarding company. Rockford Systems LLC is headquartered in Rockford, Illinois. The interview was conducted live at the 2024 American Society of Safety Professional's Safety (ASSP) Conference & Exposition in Denver, Colorado.

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Dave interviews Richard Puig of Newson-Gale, Product Manager - Americas at the 2024 ASSP PDC in Denver, Colorado. Electrostatics safety principles and static electricity control technology commonly used in hazardous areas is discussed. Mr. Puig explains services, equipment and safety solutions that are available throughout the Americas and beyond from Newson-Gale, a Hoerbiger Safety Solutions Company. 

Further static electricity reference material may be found here:

• NFPA 77 Static Electricity 
• NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code 
• NFPA 35 Organic Coatings 
• API RP 2003 Protection Against Ignitions Arising Out of Static, Lightning,
• and Stray Currents 
• ACA Generation and Control of Static Electricity in Coatings Operations 
• BS 5958 Code of Practice for Control of Undesirable Static Electricity
• FM Global Data Sheet 5-8, Static Electricity 

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Dave and the Mighty Line Team report on a successful 2024 American Society of Safety Professionals Safety Conference and Expo held in Denver, Colorado. ShieldMark Inc.  Mighty Line’s prototype “Mighty Bot” is revealed, with a release date yet to be announced. Dave covers the latest information from key safety suppliers at the Expo, and their unique role in maintaining safety in the ever-changing and developing work environment.

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This episode of Mighty Line Minute discusses smoke detection for residential homes, the differences between photoelectric and ionization detectors, and the NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. The podcast provides an overview involving the selection, use and placement of smoke detectors, as well as potential problems and possible solutions for their use. Listeners are advised to consult all applicable codes and standards, including advice from their local fire department and applicable state or local laws/ordinances.

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Dave interviews Bill Garvey, President of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission, about how the Film Commission works to support the film, theatre and related industries that are active in Ohio. He explains Ohio’s investment in the industry, its return on investment, and how it creates a broad range of career opportunities. The Greater Cleveland Film Commission serves as a hub for producers, local talent and support services, and provides outstanding educational and development opportunities for those working in – or seeking to work in – the film and theatre production industry. Mr. Garvey explains the pipeline of planned local production that the Commission has worked to achieve, in order to create a steady stream of opportunity and investment. The interview follows one month of filming the new "Superman" movie by DC Studios in Cleveland and Cincinnati, whose initial filming began filming in Norway in February, 2024. The film’s release by Warner Brothers is expected in July, 2025.

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Dave provides a brief overview of fire and life-safety codes and standards for film and television production studios, soundstages and production locations. NFPA 140, Standard for Film and Television Production is referenced in addition to California OSHA and other key codes/standards such as the International Fire and Building Codes (IBC/IFC).

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Dave covers the new Superman film currently in production in Cleveland, Ohio by DC Studios. The film, directed by James Gunn, features David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. The film began production in Norway in February, 2024, and is expected to be released July 11, 2025 by Warner Brothers, following further production in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Atlanta / Macon, Georgia.

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Dave interviews Matt Hunsberger, President and CEO of SprinkGUARD LLC, the sprinkler protection solutions provider that has become the talk of the fire protection and life-safety industry. Their unique, durable sprinkler guards are Listed and Approved by major sprinkler manufacturers and help assure their safe use in a wide range of industrial and commercial environments. Interview conducted at the NFPA Fire Protection Conference and Exposition in Orlando, Florida, June 2024.

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Dave celebrates “Innovation in America” with James Golinveaux, CEO of Viking Group Inc. of Caledonia, Michigan. Viking has been in business since 1924 and is celebrating 100 years in fire protection. Dave and James discuss fire protection, fire research, residential fire-safety, lithium-ion residential fires, and training using virtual reality. The Viking Group provides independent fire sprinkler contractors with integrated solutions for nearly any fire protection challenge.

Origins in Innovation: Emil Tyden’s Vision

The origins of the Viking Group Inc. can be traced back to the industrious efforts of Emil Tyden, a Swedish immigrant who arrived in the United States in the 1880s. Tyden's initial venture was the development of an innovative railroad car seal in Chicago. This invention marked the beginning of Tyden's long journey in the field of industrial innovation. By the late 1890s, Tyden relocated to Hastings, Michigan, following a business proposition that promised greater opportunities. There, he established the International Seal and Lock Company to manufacture his patented seals.

Tyden's knack for innovation did not stop at seals. He created one of the world’s first automation systems, a significant achievement predating Henry Ford’s mass production of automobiles by a decade. This pioneering spirit laid a robust foundation for Tyden's future endeavors.

Turning Tragedy into Opportunity: The Birth of The Viking Corporation

In 1920, a devastating fire razed Tyden's factory, leading to a pivotal moment in his career. Determined to address the vulnerabilities exposed by the fire, Tyden shifted his focus to the fire sprinkler business. He acquired The Viking Corporation after recognizing the potential in a struggling business introduced to him by a St. Louis businessman who had developed designs for fire sprinklers and valves. Under Tyden's leadership, The Viking Corporation began manufacturing fire sprinklers and valves in Hastings, marking the company's official entry into the fire protection industry.

Expansion and Contractor Collaboration

Tyden's strategy for growth involved partnering with talented "sprinklermen" across the United States. This approach enabled Viking to rapidly develop a network of highly qualified contractors who were instrumental in installing Viking’s fire protection systems. This contractor-focused model remained in place until the mid-1960s, contributing significantly to the company’s rapid expansion and solid reputation in the industry.

Global Expansion: Viking SupplyNet and Beyond

In the early 1990s, Viking took a significant step toward global expansion by founding Viking SupplyNet. This entity served as the exclusive distributor of Viking products and related fire protection components. Viking SupplyNet International was also created to extend the company's reach globally. Today, Viking SupplyNet operates over thirty wholly owned locations worldwide and collaborates with a vast network of independent distributors, ensuring the availability of Viking products on a global scale.

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Dave interviews "Cisco" Meneses, the Founder of the National Fire Escape Association at the NFPA 2024 Convention & Expo. Cisco explains why fire escapes must be inspected by registered design professionals, repaired, and inspectors trained. He further explains why inspections of all fire escapes should be required to be conducted "every 5 years" in all applicable fire and building codes.

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In this episode of the Mighty Line Minute, host Dave Tabar engages in an enlightening conversation with Cisco, the 'Fire Escape Guy' and founder of the National Fire Escape Association. This discussion sheds light on the crucial aspects of fire escape safety in urban environments, the common oversight of these essential pathways, and actionable steps to ensure their functionality and safety. Cisco shares insights from the National Fire Escape Association about the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to prevent catastrophic failures. Join us as we delve into the steps property owners and city officials can take to prioritize safety and compliance in their buildings. Listen now to equip yourself with the knowledge needed to advocate for safer fire escape routes in your community.

Fire escape safety refers to the practices and regulations aimed at ensuring the functionality, accessibility, and reliability of fire escapes in buildings. This encompasses regular inspections, maintenance, and compliance with safety codes to prevent blockages, structural failures, or other hazards that could impede a safe exit during emergencies. Proper fire escape safety is crucial in urban settings where buildings are closely spaced and the rapid evacuation of occupants can be challenging during fires or other disasters.

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Greetings everyone and welcome back to Mighty Line Minute. We've got a great episode today. We're continuing with Business Innovation in America. And I'm really pleased today to talk about a company that you'll all be interested in, and that's ShieldMark Incorporated. ShieldMark Inc. was established in 2003 by Thomas Goecke of Cleveland, Ohio. He created a warehouse and manufacturing floor stripe product branded Mighty Line® in 2006. Goecke had identified significant operational and cost impacts that resulted from seasonal repainting of factory and warehouse floors. This occurred often during plant shutdowns. That downtime involved the removal of old floor paint, repainting, and the relocation of equipment and storage from revised layouts. 

Thus became the drive to create a new technology-improved industrial-grade floor tape that was both durable and long lasting. A floor tape that could withstand busy manufacturing and warehousing operations. At the same time,he and his family recognized the importance of incorporating new and vibrant color schemes and enhancing safety and visual features associated with the tape. To solve this industry-wide issue. The ShieldMark team developed a patented durable floor stripe called Mighty Line®, made of 50 mil thick PVC with a unique patented bevel edge and rubber cement-based adhesive.

The new color schemes help to enhance 5S organization and vehicle versus pedestrian areas as well as establishing clearly marked and delineated areas for unique storage. They include diagonally-striped tape to indicate special hazards or risks and to highlight specific storage areas for different product types. The product, produced and distributed under the strict supervision of ShieldMarkIncorporated, quickly gained popularity, and was soon found throughout theUnited States.

Further enhancements were made to ensure that Mighty Line® branded floor tape was sufficiently robust to offer a three-year limited warranty, a first in the industry.

Users of Mighty Line® tape would also soon discover that removal did not leave an adhesive residue, making it a standout feature. Also available are floor products that include photo luminescence and reflective center stripes, and floor tape that has been tested under the more reliable ASTM E303 dynamic coefficient of friction standards. 

With its immense range of sizes, widths, thicknesses, and colors, Mighty Line®is considered a leading supplier of industrial floor tape and signage throughout the United States and in the world today. Their unique product line includes options, such as angles, t's, dots, segments, arrows, letters, and even footprints. 

Today mighty line has a growing user network fueled by their increasing production and branded floor tape throughout the U.S. and beyond. Their product line has been enhanced to meet the high demand for 5 S and floor safety signs. Examples include stop signs, fire extinguisher, signs, forklift travel signs, and pedestrian signs to assure safe egress. 

Their line of clear adhesive, windows has been expanded to include various shapes and sizes for use with bar or scan codes throughout the workplace. The clear adhesive windows are especially strong, and enhance durability, effectiveness and the longevity of those floor-marked sc

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Welcome back, everyone. This is Dave with Mighty Line Minute, and today I'll be discussing Business Innovation in America, showcasing how great ideas combined with spirited leadership, technical know-how, and a motivated workforce lead to success.

Recently, I discovered Avanti Press, a highly creative card company based in Detroit, Michigan. They specialize in distinctive greeting and specialty cards, all exclusively manufactured in the USA.

What intrigued me most about Avanti Press was their expertise in growing their business while pioneering the specialty card market from a humble yet creative beginning.

In 1980, Rick Ruffner and his wife set out to create unique and amusing greeting cards, featuring vibrant colors, humorous photography, and clever verses. Their goal was to depict funny situations that resonate with everyday life, delighting and touching the heart. How great is that? I'm already sold! Today, their cards are renowned for their distinctive style and humor, appealing to a wide audience.

Several years ago, Avanti Press introduced their America line of cards to commemorate vintage and iconic American images. They collaborated with renowned photographers from the 20th century and prestigious archives to achieve this.

Today, the Avanti Press America line captures a pictorial journey across the U.S., celebrating everyday moments and American heroes. It's a small but brilliant idea that quickly became a hit and continues to deliver on its promise of timeless visual and emotional entertainment.

Three of my favorites from this collection are:

• Roosevelt Riding Horseback (1905)
• Three Female Workers Sitting on a Steam Engine (1918)
• Tuskegee Pilots Sitting on Wing of Airplane (1944)

Recently, the Avanti Press team was captivated by the heartwarming image of Smoky, the World War II Yorkshire Terrier, perching from a military helmet, along with her remarkable story. Inside the new card honoring Smoky is a touching quote: “Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.”

You can learn more about Avanti Press at AvantiPress.com or find their cards on Amazon or PaperCards.com.

Thanks, everyone, for taking the time to join us today and learn more about Business Innovation in America. We look forward to seeing you next week. In the meantime, visit MightyLineTape.com to see how their products can help you maintain a safe and healthful workplace.

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