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Show 1 '.J ' Home of the World's Largest Missile VOLUME 85 NO. 30 & tf Mining Center JUNE 11, 1992 MAGNA, UTAH 84044 Carbon fiber is key to success America's (Sup winner built mth Hercules materials by Gary R. Blodgett Editor America3, the winner of the 1992 Americas Cup yachting races, was constructed with carbon fiber designed and constructed at the local Hercules plant. The new carbon fiber was used in the sail, keel, and hull of the championship yacht, as well as the other three yachts used in the preparation and sailing of the Americas Cup races. In fact, the first of the four boats used by the America3 team was constructed in several parts and assembled at the Clearfield Supply Depot. The other three boats were assembled in Rhode Island and flown to San Diego, California for the races. This information, as well as slides showing the preparation of the gigantic racers, was shown at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City Tuesday morning. VIPs from Hercules and representatives from the America3 Foundation were on hand to answer questions. America3 representatives said its foundation spent $65 million for this but was only third years races cost hi among pine na tions comhigh in the prestigious and peting historical event. Italy spent more than $250 million in losing to the America3 team in the finals. Each boat costs between $3 million and $5 million to design and build. The bulk of the expense goes to paying some 250 crew members who work night and day to keep the boats in tiptop condition. Most of the nine nations spent three years in preparation for Hie races. The Italians worked more than two years in design and construction of their sails. America3 crews spent only about 18 months preparing for the races. Yachting is probably the most technical of all sports everything being so precise, explained an America3 Foundation member. Changes are being made right up to the last minute, and one little alteration can mean the difference of winning or losing a race. Thats why there are more than 250 crew members working night and day. All are specialists in their own field, right down to the meteorologists who must correctly predict the weather conditions for that days races, said the America3 Foundation representative. He explained that scores of trial runs are conducted each week leading up to the big event. Every little technological point is studied and tested many times until the best results are obtained. Thats how America3 got its name: from the talent, teamwork, and a. ivatma: 4th of July committee now accepting parade entries The Magna July 4th Committee has started planning the 1992 Independence Day parade around the theme Out West, and is now accepting parade entries. Magnas parade has grown to become one of the largest in Utah. Everyone is invited to be part of the parade. The committee is also looking for special entries, including groups to man to Le Fleu Trucks, clowns, and other special entries. For more information, contact Kerry or Myron at Although entries will still be accepted the day of the parade and placed for their convenience. in line, entrants are encouraged to To register, send your entry theme, organization name, mailing address, contact person and phone number, and a brief description of your entry to: Fourth of July Parade, P.O. Box 7, Magna, UT 84044. Your entry number and time in for the line-u- p will be mailed back to you. 0 or For more information on the parade, call at 250-643- 0 250-111- pre-regist- er 250-643- 250-111-6. technology of its crew. Crews of every nation represented are highly skilled, and each has a specific job to do. The teamwork of j especially in the yachting Americas Cup probably exceeds in the world. other sport any Hercules officials said about 70 employees of the local plant were directly involved in the design and manufacture of the carbon fiber structures used by America3. According to Bill Koch, president of the America3 Foundation and skipper of America3, Hercules participation was a decisive factor in winning the Americas Cup. Hercules involvement included materials and structures from the bottom of the keel to the tip of the mast even the high-tec- h sails. The efforts put forth for these composites are sincerely appreciated by the America3 Foundation. Hercules contributed to the innovative sails used on the winning yacht. The sails are composites made from carbon fibers and polymers and are 40 to 50 percent lighter than an equivalent aramid fiber sail, it was explained. The next Americas Cup is schedulfc coast of ed for Miy San plejgo. bntu then... mission is accomplished. We have kept the trophy in America, closed the proud America3 Foundation representative. Oim Water system replaced before scheduled widening of 8400 West by Gary R. Blodgett Editor Construction of a new culinary water system between 2700 South and 3100 South on 8400 West is about 60 percent completed, it was announced this week by the Water District Board of Trustees. District Manager Brent Huish told the board Monday night that the project has been progressing smoothly except for a few problems with an adjacent (natural) gas line. He said Nolan and Sons Construction Company is laying about 2,700 line lineal feet of four- - to eight-inc- h under the street, replacing an old, worn-oculinary system. We wanted to complete the project before the state came in to widen and improve the street (8400 West), said Huish. The work needed to be done and we didnt want to interfere with the street improvement project. In other projects, a new water line has been laid, flushed, and tested along 3200 South between 8950 and 9150 West, and plans are being made to cut into and test the citys water line between 3100 South and 3500 South at various spots to examine and test the line where it intersects with other lateral lines. We may have to replace some of the existing line, but we wont know how much until we cut into the (8400 West) main line and determine the needs, said Huish. Funds for this project will come from the water departments contingency fund for emergency projects. Time is also of an essence on this project because bids will be let soon tractor to open-c- Host families are needed for 100 French, Spanish, and Mexican teens who have requested Utah for their homes tay experience. Families do not have to speak the language because the students want to practice their English. Medical and liability insurance are provided and students bring their own spending money. Families are matched by interests to their student. If travel is planned, students may accompany their host family on the trip. For more information, contact Carol Peterson at 943-698- Sculpture Contest. The tournament is open to any dog able to catch a flying disc. Registration is day of show from 1 to 2 p.m. Competition begins at 2 p.m. There is no entry fee for competitors and no admission fee for spectators. For further information, call 264-224- by Sharon Linschoten Staff Writer The Magna Area Council began their June 2nd public meeting at the Magna Library with a flag ceremony by Troop 996. Kennecott (KCC) representatives were on hand to explain about their plans for construction of a new smelter plant that will begin production in 1993. $480 million will be spent in Utah, creating 3,000 temporary jobs over a three-yeperiod. When the smelter is completed, KCC will conform to clean air standards. Currently, KCC emits 4,700 pounds of S02 per hour. ar Huish said the latter project will cost an estimated $30,000. He stated the Utah Department of Transportation has given permission for the con nine-pag- which sets Act guidelines for protection and distribution of public information. Huish said the revised policy pertains to all government entities, districts, school boards, etc. The revised policy goes into effect July 1. After construction, emissions will be reduced to 200 pounds S02 per hour, becoming the lowest emissions in the nation. KCC has tested their process through smaller smelters with positive results. KCC is also funding a one-yestudy that will recommend ways to clean up all former waste sites created by the mining process. Last year, 90,000 visitors visited KCCs visitors museum which is open seven days a week between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. There is a $2 fee per car and all scouts in uniform are free to -- ar enter. Continued on page 7 3. Canine frisbee competition June 13th Canine frisbee competition seems to be the upcoming sport in the Salt Lake Valley area. Salt Lake County Animal Services and the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation is hosting the second canine championships this Saturday, June 13, at the Great Salt Lake Beaches in conjunction with the Sand Castle and on 8400 West. for widening and improving this portion of 8400 West Street by the Utah Department of Transportation, Huish told the water board. In the only other matter of business, e the board approved a Grandma Policy or Freedom of KCC, UTA address MAC ut Host families needed for students ut CITIZENS OF MAGMA On July 6th, judges from the Salt Lake Tribune and Deseret News will judge the homes in Magna. If you know of a special home that you would like to see judged, call Bonnie Stahle at 250-565- 6 by Monday, June 15. 6. o f j ' if - f ff . , - - - - - - - - t |