The TPU UK Clubhouse

[FreedomEclipse]

I had a sky optic fibre run from an old telegraph pole to the house.

This was also another option but our street had their telegraph poles taken down a long long time ago. It wasnt until just last year that any ISPs other than Virgin offered anything above 100mbs here. Virgin had 500mb but i think they run it through their own cable system which is coax? which makes switching back BT/Sky or whoever that piggybacks the BT network a bit of a pain each time we decide to switch.

 

[Why_Me]

Why do I keep hearing Ibiza pronounced as ai-bee-fa? There's no damn F in the word. It's so annoying!

Not to mention, it's only English that pronounces i as ai, and Ibiza is not an English word, so I assume the correct pronunciation is closer to ee-bee-za. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Edit: It's equally annoying to hear Rammstein pronounced as ram-stai-n. It's rahm-shtai-n.

UK: wat-uh | US: water
UK: bomb-uh | US: bomber
UK: bunk-uh | US: bunker

 

[mechtech]

That's an accurate way of putting it. I still don't get why a fitter wouldn't be able to fit a gas meter with a curved pipe. It seems to me like the spectrum of work these people can do is extremely narrow. A lot narrower than it should be.

Ya no clue on things are on that side of the pond. But like the void mentioned could be multiple reasons.
So here we have 3 levels of gas fitter (now called technician) with 3 being the lowest and 1 being the highest. I think level 3 is limited to 150k btu (I could be wrong) and if the meter can do say 300k btu then they can't touch it and need to get a level 2 or level 1 tech to do it.

Also typically a gas meter is the property of the utility and sometimes only their staff can make alterations to it.

As for engineers, like the void mentioned usually 4 years of university then 4 years of work then professional practice exam for professional licence. Typically engineers do the calculations have input into codes, standards, etc. to make sure there are requirements for things and that they are safe.

So for example we have the CSA B.149.1, .2, .3 codes for this and the TSSA

https://www.csagroup.org/documents/codes-and-standards/CSA_B149_1_20_Index_EN.pdf

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tssa.org

Sometimes we adopt American codes due to the amount of trade we do, over there is should be a BS (British Standard) or ISO standard

Use of pipeline standards and good practice guidance

The principal legislation governing the safety of pipelines (Pipelines Safety Regulations 1996) is goal setting requiring that pipelines are designed, constructed and operated so that the risks are as low as is reasonably practicable (ALARP).

www.hse.gov.uk

Hope that helps make sense?

Edit - and there is @Why_Me I bet he is familiar with some ASME and API standards/codes

 

[Why_Me]

Ya no clue on things are on that side of the pond. But like the void mentioned could be multiple reasons.
So here we have 3 levels of gas fitter (now called technician) with 3 being the lowest and 1 being the highest. I think level 3 is limited to 150k btu (I could be wrong) and if the meter can do say 300k btu then they can't touch it and need to get a level 2 or level 1 tech to do it.

Also typically a gas meter is the property of the utility and sometimes only their staff can make alterations to it.

As for engineers, like the void mentioned usually 4 years of university then 4 years of work then professional practice exam for professional licence. Typically engineers do the calculations have input into codes, standards, etc. to make sure there are requirements for things and that they are safe.

So for example we have the CSA B.149.1, .2, .3 codes for this and the TSSA

https://www.csagroup.org/documents/codes-and-standards/CSA_B149_1_20_Index_EN.pdf

Fuels Dashboard

Legislative and Regulatory information Archived documents do not appear on this page. Visit the Regulatory Document Search to find archived documents.

tssa.org

Sometimes we adopt American codes due to the amount of trade we do, over there is should be a BS (British Standard) or ISO standard

Use of pipeline standards and good practice guidance

The principal legislation governing the safety of pipelines (Pipelines Safety Regulations 1996) is goal setting requiring that pipelines are designed, constructed and operated so that the risks are as low as is reasonably practicable (ALARP).

www.hse.gov.uk

Hope that helps make sense?

Edit - and there is @Why_Me I bet he is familiar with some ASME and API standards/codes

ASME is the go to standard in the US and gas piping is handled by the pipefitters (union). Most all the gas piping I've dealt with is HSME on the commercial side RE mines and oil field.

 

[Space Lynx]

I miss England so much

Someone please go to Sainsburys and buy their in-house brand of Butter Chicken from the fridge section, and Morrison's buy the chicken tikka masala, I need to make sure they keep selling while I am gone, so they know to keep stocking it for my next visit

Don't tell me this is irrational, just do it!!!

fyi, I tried Trader Joes in America frozen meals chicken tikka masala and it is horrible in comparison, 2/10... no one here does cheap good fresh Indian food cheaply. I FUCKING MISS ENGLAND AAAAAAA

 

[mechtech]

I miss England so much

Someone please go to Sainsburys and buy their in-house brand of Butter Chicken from the fridge section, and Morrison's buy the chicken tikka masala, I need to make sure they keep selling while I am gone, so they know to keep stocking it for my next visit

Don't tell me this is irrational, just do it!!!

fyi, I tried Trader Joes in America frozen meals chicken tikka masala and it is horrible in comparison, 2/10... no one here does cheap good fresh Indian food cheaply. I FUCKING MISS ENGLAND AAAAAAA

lol

I'll think of you when I eat at the Sukhdev Thurs/Fri lunch buffet

Timmins Menu

Enjoy the best authentic Indian food in Sudbury, Espanola, Timmins, North Bay, Sault Ste Marie, and Manitoulin. Savor delicious curries, biryanis, tandoori dishes, and more. Experience rich flavors and traditional Indian cuisine near you!

www.sukhdev.ca

 

[AusWolf]

Ya no clue on things are on that side of the pond. But like the void mentioned could be multiple reasons.
So here we have 3 levels of gas fitter (now called technician) with 3 being the lowest and 1 being the highest. I think level 3 is limited to 150k btu (I could be wrong) and if the meter can do say 300k btu then they can't touch it and need to get a level 2 or level 1 tech to do it.

Also typically a gas meter is the property of the utility and sometimes only their staff can make alterations to it.

That's the weird thing. All of my appointments were with the utility company, and it still couldn't be sorted. A damn curved pipe is above the qualifications of their fitters, apparently.

UK: wat-uh | US: water
UK: bomb-uh | US: bomber
UK: bunk-uh | US: bunker

I also hate the trend of some sounds (like the T in "butter") disappearing. Whenever I hear someone say "bu-eh" for "butter", I retch.

There's also a hair spray advert on TV where the woman pronounces "hair" as "æææ". No "H", or any resemblance of "R". I find that equally disgusting.

Someone please go to Sainsburys and buy their in-house brand of Butter Chicken from the fridge section, and Morrison's buy the chicken tikka masala, I need to make sure they keep selling while I am gone, so they know to keep stocking it for my next visit

Never been much of a fan of pre-made meals, to be honest. They never come anywhere near what you can make for yourself. They're full of additives, too.

Worst case scenario, I'd still buy fresh chicken, and use Patak's butter chicken sauce or something of the sorts.

 

[KrazyT]

Someone please go to Sainsburys and buy their in-house brand of Butter Chicken from the fridge section, and Morrison's buy the chicken tikka masala, I need to make sure they keep selling while I am gone, so they know to keep stocking it for my next visit

Why don't you try to do it yourself ?
Cooking is not that hard, and you'll get better results

 

[FreedomEclipse]

Why don't you try to do it yourself ?
Cooking is not that hard, and you'll get better results

He's a cat. Cats dont cook.

 

[Space Lynx]

Why don't you try to do it yourself ?
Cooking is not that hard, and you'll get better results

I have tried cooking Indian meals at home here in America, but I really suck, also no idea where to buy the spices needed, so I usually buy pre-made tikka masala sauce from Aldi but it tastes gross so I gave up on that. I guess I could try making it all from scratch, just takes forever.

That's the weird thing. All of my appointments were with the utility company, and it still couldn't be sorted. A damn curved pipe is above the qualifications of their fitters, apparently.


I also hate the trend of some sounds (like the T in "butter") disappearing. Whenever I hear someone say "bu-eh" for "butter", I retch.

There's also a hair spray advert on TV where the woman pronounces "hair" as "æææ". No "H", or any resemblance of "R". I find that equally disgusting.


Never been much of a fan of pre-made meals, to be honest. They never come anywhere near what you can make for yourself. They're full of additives, too.

Worst case scenario, I'd still buy fresh chicken, and use Patak's butter chicken sauce or something of the sorts.

the frozen meals have a lot of preservatives, but the fridge ones that I eat, I do remember looking at the ingredients list and it honestly wasn't that bad for the fridge only versions of sainsburys and morrisons. they do expire fast btw, so i don't think they put preservatives in them. you can't really find good premade sauce where i live in america, so i'd have to mix the powders and yogurt together etc, i guess i can watch a youtube video on how to do it, but its a lot of work, so even if i do figure it out i won't be able to eat it as often

 

[AusWolf]

I have tried cooking Indian meals at home here in America, but I really suck, also no idea where to buy the spices needed, so I usually buy pre-made tikka masala sauce from Aldi but it tastes gross so I gave up on that. I guess I could try making it all from scratch, just takes forever.



the frozen meals have a lot of preservatives, but the fridge ones that I eat, I do remember looking at the ingredients list and it honestly wasn't that bad for the fridge only versions of sainsburys and morrisons. they do expire fast btw, so i don't think they put preservatives in them. you can't really find good premade sauce where i live in america, so i'd have to mix the powders and yogurt together etc, i guess i can watch a youtube video on how to do it, but its a lot of work, so even if i do figure it out i won't be able to eat it as often

It's worth learning, though, I highly recommend it. Not to mention cooking can be therapeutic.

Oh and while I love it, I wouldn't want to eat butter chicken, or any other curry too often anyway. My stomach wouldn't be friends with me if I did.

 

[Space Lynx]

It's worth learning, though, I highly recommend it. Not to mention cooking can be therapeutic.

Oh and while I love it, I wouldn't want to eat butter chicken, or any other curry too often anyway. My stomach wouldn't be friends with me if I did.

I'm cooked grilled cheese today, which is also better in England. Because Morrison's/Sainsbury's sells garlic butter, and I will spread the garlic butter before putting the bread in the skillet. Makes grilled cheese sandwich so nice!!! I can't find garlic butter here in America at all though, I mean sure, I can just buy some real garlic and mix it in with some butter, but it's just annoying having to put in any effort at all. Yes, I am a lazy American. lol

Also, it still won't taste the same, as I just can't mix it right or get the ratio right like the pre-made one.

 

[AusWolf]

I'm cooked grilled cheese today, which is also better in England. Because Morrison's/Sainsbury's sells garlic butter, and I will spread the garlic butter before putting the bread in the skillet. Makes grilled cheese sandwich so nice!!! I can't find garlic butter here in America at all though, I mean sure, I can just buy some real garlic and mix it in with some butter, but it's just annoying having to put in any effort at all. Yes, I am a lazy American. lol

Well, if you can't be asked even to just mix garlic with butter, then I guess you really can't be helped.

Also, it still won't taste the same, as I just can't mix it right or get the ratio right like the pre-made one.

It's only a matter of experimentation. You won't get it right every time, especially not at first, but when you do, you'll be happier with the result than with the store bought stuff.

Cooking is a skill like any other. You shouldn't expect yourself to be a Michelin star chef on your first attempt.

Edit: I recommend this channel. Chef Jean-Pierre makes it simple, he explains every step so that you understand why you're doing what you're doing, and he's a fun bloke, too.

Edit 2: The above video is just a taster. I wouldn't suggest starting to learn to cook with butter chicken.

 

[Space Lynx]

Well, if you can't be asked even to just mix garlic with butter, then I guess you really can't be helped.


It's only a matter of experimentation. You won't get it right every time, especially not at first, but when you do, you'll be happier with the result than with the store bought stuff.

Cooking is a skill like any other. You shouldn't expect yourself to be a Michelin star chef on your first attempt.

Edit: I recommend this channel. Chef Jean-Pierre makes it simple, he explains every step so that you understand why you're doing what you're doing, and he's a fun bloke, too.

Edit 2: The above video is just a taster. I wouldn't suggest starting to learn to cook with butter chicken.

The marinate part is 30 minutes he says in the video. I'm just going to stick with Sainsburys/Morrisons pre-made Indian meals, thanks for trying to help though

 

[FoulOnWhite]

Funny, ages ago, i went from east yorkshire to swindon, and near no one could understand my accent. Also it's funny how most english pronounce ikea wrong, instead of eye keeya it should be e keeya

 

[Space Lynx]

Funny, ages ago, i went from east yorkshire to swindon, and near no one could understand my accent. Also it's funny how most english pronounce ikea wrong, instead of eye keeya it should be e keeya

let's get a Swede in here to verify this

@TheLostSwede how do you pronounce Ikea in English compadre?

 

[FoulOnWhite]

let's get a Swede in here to verify this

@TheLostSwede how do you pronounce Ikea in English compadre?

On the tv ad they pronounce it e keeya, so i'm going by that as i guess they pronounce it correctly

 

[AusWolf]

The marinate part is 30 minutes he says in the video. I'm just going to stick with Sainsburys/Morrisons pre-made Indian meals, thanks for trying to help though

I usually marinate my meat overnight. That way, it's ready to be cooked straight away when it's time, no waiting is involved.

But like I said, starting to learn to cook with butter chicken is a bad idea. It's like starting to learn programming by making Half-Life 3 on your own.

Never mind, cooking isn't everyone's hobby, I guess.

 

[Count von Schwalbe]

no idea where to buy the spices needed

Amazon is your friend.

We just put a pile of veggies and spices in a slow cooker and blend once it is all soft, and you have easy Indian sauce.

 

[AusWolf]

On the tv ad they pronounce it e keeya, so i'm going by that as i guess they pronounce it correctly

That's right (I learned a bit of Swedish at uni).

English is the only language that pronounces "i" as "ai". It boggles my mind when English people assume that it's standard across the world.

 

[Space Lynx]

That's right (I learned a bit of Swedish at uni).

English is the only language that pronounces "i" as "ai". It boggles my mind when English people assume that it's standard across the world.

why does the letter E exist then, just make it ekea

 

[AusWolf]

why does the letter E exist then, just make it ekea

"E" makes a different sound in Swedish. Just like in the word IKEA. Imagine it like the "e" in the word "elk".

Ekea would pronounce like "eh-keh-a".

 

[the54thvoid]

I'm confuddled with amusement, as a Scotsman, listening to a Hungarian giving English lessons to an American.

In the UK clubhouse......

 

[Tatty_Two]

Whilst Ikea was origionally founded in Sweden, technically it is Dutch now as it's Global Headquarters is in the Netherlands

 

[Count von Schwalbe]

I'm confuddled with amusement, as a Scotsman, listening to a Hungarian giving Swedish lessons to an American.

In the UK clubhouse......

FTFY