On 2008/03/12, at 6:40 AM, ernie edwards wrote:
Can someone bring me up to speed on what is holding up converting
completely to metrics?
I was exposed to metrics, while living in Spain for 5 years in the
mid 80's. We were building Dept. of Defense buildings in a number
of Mediterranean countries.... metrics sure made sense to me....
I am trying to start a dialog in the American Institute of
Architects (AIA) on supporting full conversion and I have sent
emails to The Associated General Contractors (AGC) and The National
Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) asking their position on
metrics. So far, I haven't heard from either the AGC or NSPE.
Again, please help me understand where the hold up is?
Thanks, Ernie Edwards, AIA [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Dear Ernie,
The delays in a metrication upgrade always have a lot to do with the
method you choose for your metric transition. You can choose slow,
bitter and expensive methods or you can choose fast, smooth, and
economical processes.
Sadly many choose the slow processes.
I have explored this subject further in an article, 'Approaches to
metrication' that you will find a bit over half way down on my
articles page at: http://www.MetricationMatters.com/articles.html
Cheers,
Pat Naughtin
PO Box 305 Belmont 3216,
Geelong, Australia
Phone: 61 3 5241 2008
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