Final

Understanding Viscous Fluid Dampers: Quiet Strength Behind Structural Safety

In modern engineering, some of the most important components are also the least visible. Viscous fluid dampers are a perfect example. Tucked away inside buildings, bridges, and industrial systems, these devices work silently to absorb energy, reduce motion, and protect structures from damage. While they may look simple on the outside, their role in improving safety and durability is anything but minor.

A viscous fluid damper operates on a straightforward principle: resistance created by fluid flow. Inside the damper, a piston moves through a thick, highly stable fluid—often silicone-based. When a structure experiences movement, such as vibration from wind, traffic, or seismic activity, the piston is forced to move. As it travels through the fluid, resistance is generated, converting kinetic energy into heat. This process slows motion and reduces stress on the structure.

What makes viscous fluid dampers especially valuable is…

Understanding Dental Software: Revolutionizing Modern Dental Practice Management and Patient Care

In today’s digital era, dental software has become an essential tool for streamlining workflows, improving patient experience, and boosting efficiency in dental clinics. From appointment scheduling and billing to digital imaging and treatment planning, dental software empowers dentists to manage their practice more effectively and focus more on what truly matters — delivering quality patient care.

What Is Dental Software?

Dental software refers to a suite of digital tools and applications designed specifically for dental practice management, clinical operations, and patient communication.

It integrates various functions — including patient records, imaging, diagnosis, treatment planning, and billing — into a unified digital platform, replacing traditional paper-based systems.

By automating administrative tasks and enhancing clinical precision, dental software helps practices improve accuracy, productivity, and profitability.

The Final 2024/2025 Season will be located in The Longford Arms Hotel on Saturday 26th April 2025. Rooms have being block booked for IFPAC dates 25th and 26th April.. See link below. https://www.longfordarms.ie/

When you a booking a room, please quote IFPAC or Fergal Bell to get the discount. Twin room sharing is €70 per night b&b. Single room €100 per night b&b.

Results IFPAC FINAL 2024

1st Mark Kiernan 82Ib 01oz, 26 fish.

2nd Jody Kiernan 81Ib 9oz, 25 fish.

3rd Alex Kiernan 59Ib 17 fish.

4th Mick O' Connor 52Ib 1oz, 11 fish.

IFPAC Final will be held on Saturday 22nd April - details to follow nearer the time.