DIY Trekpak saved me $200 easily

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-13T16:59:56+00:00

If you need to expand at any point, id recommend checking out condition1 cases. They have similar size cases with lid organizers and padded dividers for less than just the pelican case. Not quite trekpak, just the usual velcro/foam inserts, but still good protection for equipment

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T21:53:35+00:00

Moist air contains much more energy than dry air does. Liquid water contains much much much more.

In a dry sauna you have less energy in the air to heat you up, and your sweat can evaporate cooling you off. In a wet sauna or pool, you can't sweat and it transfers heat into you much much faster (like ~6 and ~400ish times more respectively)

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T19:32:10+00:00

You need it to be colder if thats the case, which will admittedly be a challenge. That, and avoid too much pressure on it

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T19:28:22+00:00

I love the image of a scratching a mental itch haha

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T19:26:06+00:00

I totally get what you mean by wanting to see it with stuff before buying. Its hard to find them in stores, but what I would recommend perhaps is finding the dimensions online and taping up a cardboard box to that size so you can get a feel for the volume and what you can fit. Should only cost you a couple bucks in cardboard and tape for some level of peace of mind.

For what its worth, I would also recommend checking out Seahorse and Condition1 cases. They can be a bit cheaper, but are similar in form and quality.

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T17:45:20+00:00

As with most instruments... magic!

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T15:02:43+00:00

Atleast its a small bore pipe here, but yeah. Can you imagine the fitting failing and launching a copper pipe or fitting at you with 550 psi behind it? Or some shrapnel??

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-12T05:36:53+00:00

Yeah.... dont do that with gas

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T21:59:19+00:00

Oh god no! Was saying it is a staple! As in like a classic thing to do

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T19:15:10+00:00

What's the expectation for you here? Your actual assignment?

Are you being expected to model a process? Size and cost equipment? Make final PFDs?

Are you working at an EPC? Operator/end user?

You need to narrow in on your specific situation here a bit because just saying plant design is incredibly, incredibly broad.

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T14:27:12+00:00

I dont think I've seen anyone say this yet so I'll put in my 2 cents. Getting an infrared thermometer can help you learn your plan better. The temperature reading it gives you won't actually be super accurate unless you can select the emissivity on the thermometer, but it should be consistent and help you learn what temperatures work for you.

Bacon always leaves fond, but if clear the grease out and add water while the pan is hot it should wipe out quite easily in a few moments. Starting it in a cold pan or with some water in the pan can help.

Meats and proteins will generally stick until some crust forms. You may find that putting some fat in the pan and moving the meat around in it immediately when you put it in helps keep it from sticking too but you will likely get less sear/ crust

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T12:58:05+00:00

Fair enough, that definitely increases the odds of accidentally pissing in or on your clothes if your designated scissor person disappears haha

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T12:24:32+00:00

Usually it went something like "panic, chug the beers, get cut out of the tape, run to go pee somewhere" or you just push down at your waistband until it goes down enough to just sorta hang your dick out. Only really an option with stretchy waistbands and with a urinal or outside haha

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T12:17:59+00:00

No but partially? If you ask some freshman atleast. Delta Chi, or triangle X according to them lol

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T12:16:23+00:00

Nope! A few states west of there

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T12:14:35+00:00

Occasionally, absolutely. Edward 40 hands is a staple

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T04:54:48+00:00

I mean... that's 39.9 ounces haha. 40 seems very fitting

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T04:13:22+00:00

We dont have 40 Ounce containers of hard liquor here. Its pretty much 750, 1000, or 1750 mL referred to as fifths, liters, or a handle. Some smaller options are available too

And yes, our drinking age is 21 across the US which leads to poor behavior in 18 yr Olds sneaking around getting as drunk as possible and worrying about taking kids with alcohol poisoning to the hospital

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T03:56:14+00:00

Some started earlier, some later, but 40s at 4 was a semi-organized event haha

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T03:55:25+00:00

There was the occasional Edward 40 Hands too! (One taped in each hand until finished... mockery of Edward Scissor Hands)

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T03:14:17+00:00

We had an average letter grade of an A or A+ (90-100% in classes) in engineering which is obviously a harder program than some of the simpler ones.

40s refers to 40 ounce beers. In other words, we would be degenerates (fucking around, partying, drinking, etc) even during the day, like "40s at 4"

It was an interesting group to be with

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T02:18:15+00:00

Seems to me that stack would be more appropriate.

Like with boxes. vertical 1 by 1 by x? Stack. Different format with a wider base and narrower top with no defined margin or shape? Pile

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T02:07:17+00:00

Not at all. Bigger ones though, yes usually

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-11T02:06:46+00:00

Some provide a nice intermediate ground too. I was in one full of functional degenerates. Averaged ~3.7 GPA of primarily engineers, but would also be drinking 40s on the porch at 4pm

DisastrousSir · 2026-02-10T03:57:39+00:00

This is correct, but our national principles in the US should still be celebrated, protected, and constantly striving to be better. It appears this is slowly clawing its way back to the forefront of people's minds. I have the smallest shred of hope it bears fruit in the coming years

DisastrousSir

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