I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

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I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?

On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?


Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?


Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

Where did you get that idea - a history book? When London had gas lights in
the 1800s, some street light poles were fitted with small water taps that
dispensed hot water for tea. The water was heated by a coil of pipe above
the gas flame in the light. Pedestrians wanting a hot cup of tea and
waiting to cross the street could put the wait to good use. You had to
supply your own cup and tea, however.

Tomsic

P.S. The NEC doesn't regulate the transformers on power company poles, so
talk to your electric utility company about your idea. Just maybe ....

On 1/16/2013 6:34 AM, Tomsic wrote:
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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?


Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

Where did you get that idea - a history book? When London had gas lights in
the 1800s, some street light poles were fitted with small water taps that
dispensed hot water for tea. The water was heated by a coil of pipe above
the gas flame in the light. Pedestrians wanting a hot cup of tea and
waiting to cross the street could put the wait to good use. You had to
supply your own cup and tea, however.

Tomsic

P.S. The NEC doesn't regulate the transformers on power company poles, so
talk to your electric utility company about your idea. Just maybe ....



I remember reading about British tanks having a hot water dispenser for
the tank crew's tea. It wouldn't surprise me if American tanks had a
fridge for the beer. ˜º

TDD

On Wednesday 16 January 2013 12:34 Tomsic wrote in alt.home.repair:


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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?


Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

Where did you get that idea - a history book? When London had gas lights
in the 1800s, some street light poles were fitted with small water taps
that
dispensed hot water for tea. The water was heated by a coil of pipe above
the gas flame in the light. Pedestrians wanting a hot cup of tea and
waiting to cross the street could put the wait to good use. You had to
supply your own cup and tea, however.



Pluto Lamps?

http://www.ianvisits.co.uk/blog/2012...as-lamps-that-
sold-cups-of-hot-coffee/

I must admit I had never heard of those - though I might see if I can find
an archive copy of the Pall Mall Gazette 8th July 1898 and check!

We still have a few gas lamps (for effect):

Covent Garden - near where I am working now has lots - very touristy area
and Westmister Council strictly enforce it retaining an old-world feel.

The Royal Parks and Buck House have a few too.

None of those, that I've seen, look anything like a Pluto Lamp so I guess
they are long gone...

--
Tim Watts Personal Blog: http://www.dionic.net/tim/

"History will be kind to me for I intend to write it."

P.S. The NEC doesn't regulate the transformers on power company poles, so
talk to your electric utility company about your idea. Just maybe ....

I remember reading about British tanks having a hot water dispenser for
the tank crew's tea. It wouldn't surprise me if American tanks had a
fridge for the beer. ˜º

TDD

school busses used to have hot water dispensers for the driver, but
this system was made illegal when one burst hurting the driver, and
causing a accident...

On Jan 16, 12:34*pm, "Tomsic" wrote:
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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. *How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?

Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. *I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. *Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. *The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. *Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

On Jan 16, 12:46*pm, The Daring Dufas the-daring-du...@stinky-
finger.net wrote:
On 1/16/2013 6:34 AM, Tomsic wrote:









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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. *How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?

Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. *I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. *Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. *The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. *Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

Where did you get that idea - a history book? *When London had gas lights in
the 1800s, some street light poles were fitted with small water taps that
dispensed hot water for tea. *The water was heated by a coil of pipe above
the gas flame in the light. *Pedestrians wanting a hot cup of tea and
waiting to cross the street could put the wait to good use. *You had to
supply your own cup and tea, however.

Tomsic

P.S. The NEC doesn't regulate the transformers on power company poles, so
talk to your electric utility company about your idea. Just maybe ....

I remember reading about British tanks having a hot water dispenser for

I believe that one is true. WW1 I think.

On Jan 16, 12:34*pm, "Tomsic" wrote:
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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. *How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?

Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. *I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. *Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. *The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. *Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

On 1/16/2013 10:59 AM, harry wrote:
On Jan 16, 12:46 pm, The Daring Dufas the-daring-du...@stinky-
finger.net wrote:
On 1/16/2013 6:34 AM, Tomsic wrote:









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On Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:11:44 -0800, "Bob F" wrote:

wrote:
I think all bars and taverns should have pole transformers that are
shaped like a beer barrel. How do I get this mandated by the NEC?

Are you competing for the most stupid post of the day?

Yes, someone has to do it!!!

However, I want one. I want a beer tapper right below the wires that
actually dispenses ice cold beer. Just think of the popularity of this
goodie. The heat from the transformer could be used to operate cooling
coils to chill the beer, and that cooler could also help keep the
transformer cooler. Everyone wins on this one, especially the drinker.

Where did you get that idea - a history book? When London had gas lights in
the 1800s, some street light poles were fitted with small water taps that
dispensed hot water for tea. The water was heated by a coil of pipe above
the gas flame in the light. Pedestrians wanting a hot cup of tea and
waiting to cross the street could put the wait to good use. You had to
supply your own cup and tea, however.

Tomsic

P.S. The NEC doesn't regulate the transformers on power company poles, so
talk to your electric utility company about your idea. Just maybe ....

I remember reading about British tanks having a hot water dispenser for

I believe that one is true. WW1 I think.


I actually saw it in a video about British tanks and I think it was a
Challenger MBT that had it. It was either a hot water dispenser or a
heating element for a kettle. If I can remember the video, I'll post
a link because I think many of the videos that were on cable TV or
satellite TV are now on YouTube. ˜º

TDD