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May 31, 2005
NovAtel Inc. Demonstrates First North American Dual Mode GPS & Galileo Receiver to CSA
NovAtel Inc. (NASDAQ: NGPS), a precise positioning technology company, announced today that it has successfully demonstrated the performance of a dual mode GPS and Galileo L1/E5A dual frequency prototype receiver to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), developed under a contract awarded in September 2004.
Calgary, Alberta (PRWEB) May 31, 2005 -- NovAtel Inc. (NASDAQ: NGPS), a precise positioning technology company, announced today that it has successfully demonstrated the performance of a dual mode GPS and Galileo L1/E5A dual frequency prototype receiver to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), developed under a contract awarded in September 2004. These receivers will be ready to accept signals from the first Galileo satellites scheduled to launch later this year or in early 2006. Galileo is Europe’s state-of-the-art satellite navigation system, which is expected to be operational by 2010/12 with up to 30 satellites orbiting the earth.
NovAtel is developing two sets of L1/E5A engineering receivers and L1/E5A transmitters for the CSA for use with Galileo satellites. The receiver is being integrated into a modified version of NovAtel’s WAAS-GII system, which also includes the Euro-3M L1/L2 dual frequency GPS receiver. The signal generator is based on a previous design built for the new U.S. Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) uplink system.
“This is the first operational, near-production standard, dual mode GPS and Galileo dual frequency receiver in North America,” said Tony Murfin, VP Business Development at NovAtel. “We are particularly pleased to have the receiver working this early in the CSA program. We believe the technology we are creating here is unique, and will enable NovAtel to provide GPS/Galileo receiver solutions worldwide and, hopefully, in the ground infrastructure of the Galileo system itself.”
Currently, NovAtel supplies GPS navigational receivers to a number of national satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS) around the world, including the U.S. WAAS, European EGNOS, Japanese MSAS, Chinese SNAS, and, more recently, the Gagan system in India. These complex receivers incorporate NovAtel’s Narrow Correlator® tracking technology, MEDLL multipath reduction technology and Signal Quality Monitoring, and receive and process both WAAS L1/L5 GEO and GPS L1/L2/L5 signals.
About NovAtel Inc.
NovAtel designs, markets and sells high-precision GPS and other positioning components and sub-systems used in a wide variety of commercial applications principally in the aviation, geomatics (surveying and mapping), mining, precision agriculture, marine and defence industries. NovAtel’s solutions combine hardware, such as receivers and antennas, with software to enable its customers to fully integrate the Company’s high-precision GPS technology into their respective products and systems. The Company is focused on supplying core high precision positioning technology to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators who build systems for various end market applications. For more information, visit www.novatel.com.
Certain statements in this news release, including those about the Company’s expected shipments to the CSA and into the Galileo system, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts but rather on management’s current expectations regarding NovAtel’s future business prospects and opportunities. Wherever possible, words such as ‘‘anticipate’’, ‘‘believe’’, ‘‘expect’’, ‘‘may’’, ‘‘could’’, ‘‘will’’, ‘‘potential’’, ‘‘intend’’, ‘‘estimate’’, ‘‘should’’, ‘‘plan’’, ‘‘predict’’ or the negative or other variations of these words, or similar words or phrases, have been used to identify these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements, including certification and market acceptance of NovAtel’s new products, impact and timing of large orders, pricing pressures in the market and other competitive factors, maintaining technological leadership, and other factors described in our Form 20-F and other SEC filings, many of which are beyond the control of NovAtel. These factors should be considered carefully and undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and NovAtel assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.
Contact: Tony Murfin (403) 295-4512
Investor Contact: Sonia Ross (403) 295-4532
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M2M Announces DataAlert™ a New Satellite-based Monitoring and Control Service for Almost Any Remote Asset
M2M Data Corporation, a provider of M2M technology based Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) today announced a new service to monitor operation of remote machinery and similar assets. The basic service provides monitoring of run status, with options for data reads of local control panels, additional input/output, and remote control.
Englewood, CO (PRWEB) May 31, 2005 -- M2M Data Corporation, a provider of M2M technology based Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) today announced a new service to monitor operation of remote machinery and similar assets. The basic service provides monitoring of run status, with options for data reads of local control panels, additional input/output, and remote control.
This new service based on M2M’s proven CompressorAlert™ service provides a rapid a return on investment for operators of almost any remotely located asset, paying for itself with one avoided visit to the site.
Donald Wallace, M2M Data Corporation’s CEO, said, “DataAlert is the latest product in our AlertServices™ product line. It expands our AlertServices beyond simple run status to include up to 10 measured variables form either direct input/output or serial connection to existing control panels. We’ve also added support for demand poll, so users can request status and data information as required. As with our other AlertServices line of products, DataAlert is low power and simple to install.”
M2M technology offers a cost-effective alternative to proprietary SCADA and telemetry systems traditionally used by energy producers and distributors to manage their remote assets. Typical applications include natural gas compressor, standby generators, electronic flow measurement (EFM), oil production, substations, water resource measurement, and similar energy and utility installations.
M2M’s iSCADA and iDATA services based on M2M technology are currently used in energy markets, but also suitable for other applications such as remote meters and pumps, tank batteries, fleet management, HVAC rooftop units, compressors, security systems, traffic lights, weather stations and cell towers.
More information available on M2M’s blog (http://industrialm2m.blogspot.com)
About M2M Data Corporation
M2M Data Corporation
Web site - www.m2mdatacorp.com
Blog – http://industrialm2m.blogspot.com
M2M is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, is the leading provider of smart field solutions for energy, industry, and government customers. M2M has consistently led the industry in the development of innovative and powerful Internet technologies for electronic monitoring and control of remote equipment to increase production, reduce downtime, and minimize maintenance costs. Through a unique combination of Internet, SCADA, communications, security, and industry expertise, M2M has become a trusted partner for top energy companies, utilities, and government contractors developing and operating United States critical infrastructure. Today M2M is one of the most successful organizations in the smart field space with solutions that are the fastest, easiest to use, most complete, and most secure.
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May 26, 2005
ImageID Announces New Release of Visidot™ AIDC Product Suite, an “Alternative to RFID” for Manufacturers, Retailers
Visidot System Is Cost-Effective, Standards-Based Alternative to RFID for Multiple Asset Tracking - ImageID Ltd. today introduced a new version of its Visidot™ Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) system – an accurate and cost-effective solution for rapid multiple-asset AIDC and asset tracking.
Tel Aviv, Israel (PRWEB) May 26, 2005 -- ImageID Ltd. today introduced a new version of its Visidot™ Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) system – an accurate and cost-effective solution for rapid multiple-asset AIDC and asset tracking.
In the Visidot System (http://www.visidot.com), assets are uniquely labeled with standard 2D Data Matrix barcodes or with Visidot Colorcodes. As assets pass in front of the Visidot Reader, the reader captures hundreds of labels simultaneously and transmits the information to an image processing system, which decodes the data from each label. This asset data is exported to a data management system in XML or other standard format. Images can be stored in a separate Image Bank. An easy-to-use Site Management System controls the entire process.
The new Visidot release introduces the ability to detect and decode all variations of the Standard (ISO/IEC 16022) Data Matrix 2D barcode symbology with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Support for this standard symbology is added to the commercially proven Visidot Colorcode symbology.
“Today, the Visidot system delivers all the inherent benefits of traditional barcode technology, yet far surpasses it in terms of speed and efficiency of code capture – especially for tracking multiple assets,” said Roger Hecker, Product Marketing Manager for Visidot. “In addition, at accuracy levels of near-100% in actual installations, the Visidot solution is both more reliable and more cost-effective than RFID solutions.”
Industry-Proven
The Visidot system is field proven in key manufacturing and retail industry applications, including inbound and outbound shipment verification, management of reusable assets and identification of labels from long distances and in a large field of view.
- Tracking & Tracing Reusable Assets: IFCO Systems, a leading supplier of reusable plastic containers (RPC's) with more than 260 million rentals per year, was looking for a way to track each of its millions of RPC's throughout its network of over 40 RPC Service Centers and Storage depots all over Europe and North America. The Visidot solution is providing IFCO traceability of labeled crates, real-time views of inventory at depots, views of crate cycle times, accurate records of customer shipments/returns, and the foundation for improving customer request response time.
- Managing Bulky Assets in Manufacturing: Positioning bulky assets in automotive and aerospace manufacturing for traditional barcode scanning is often impractical or even impossible, as is RFID scanning involving metal assets or in metal-heavy environments.
The Ford Motor Company successfully installed a Visidot AIDC System at the Ford F150 plant in Dearborn to improve production speed and increase plant efficiency. The Ford plant, which produces Ford F150's, uses a fully automated Build Order system to produce its trucks. With multiple frame types to choose from, the company was looking for the most efficient way to expedite verification of the chassis type as it was being placed onto the production line. In December 2004, the company decided to install the Visidot system at the frame entrance to the plant to identify and verify the correct selection of the chassis type before it reached the conveyor belt inside. The newly installed Visidot reader captures a 2D Data Matrix label affixed to each chassis and confirms, in real-time with Ford’s production line controller, that the chassis is correct and can enter the assembly line. Since installation, the system accuracy has been perfect - 100%.
- Shipping Verification: In the retail supply chain field, the Visidot can help reduce costly charge-backs from retail customers by verifying all of the boxes in each outbound order and to use the stored image from each read as proof of shipment and condition.
The Visidot system components and features include:
- The Visidot Reader consists of a robust processing module and up to four image capture devices. The image capture devices scan assets in a large field of view, such as a full pallet load, and send digital images to the processor, running the Visidot Detect & Decode software. The Detect & Decode software, a set of sophisticated algorithms, detects all of the 2D Data Matrix barcodes or Visidot Colorcodes in the images and decodes them. The decoded data is transferred to the WMS, ERP, EDI or other system via standard data formats such as XML or RS-232. The entire reading process, from image capture to data export of hundreds of codes, takes only a few seconds. The highly accurate data provides real-time per-asset traceability, verification of outbound/inbound movements and updated inventory data.
- The Visidot Viewer, located at every reading point, provides a visual display of each read and its detections and enables immediate corrective action. For example, by automatically comparing the actual shipments with order data from WMS, OMS and EDI systems, the Viewer enables warehouse personnel to see, in real-time, which items are missing or not supposed to be on a pallet and add or remove items from the shipment.
- Visidot Image Bank Server stores the images and decoded data from all reads at a site and enables quick access for viewing past reads. Having a visual record of each read provides powerful evidence for proof of quantity and condition for every item in every shipment.
- Visidot Site Management System is a centralized management console that configures and monitors all Visidot Readers at a customer facility. With the ability to view recent reads from all readers, configure parameters and monitor performance, the Visidot Site Management System ensures fast corrective actions and optimal system performance.
“Through our commitment to global barcode standards such as the robust Data Matrix symbology, we are well poised for mainstream adoption of the Visidot solution throughout the supply chain,” said Rami Kopelman, VP Sales, Marketing and Business Development for Visidot. “Visidot's leadership in multiple-asset data capture is solidified – the ability to capture hundreds of standard codes in a single read, with proven near-100% accuracy, is unmatched by any barcode or RFID solution."
The latest version of ImageID’s Visidot™ Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) system is available immediately. For additional information, visit http://www.visidot.com.
About ImageID and Visidot
ImageID, the provider of the Visidot™ solution (http://www.visidot.com), develops and markets advanced multiple-asset Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) solutions. Based on imaging technology and sophisticated algorithms, the Visidot solution is capable of identifying and decoding hundreds of unique standard barcodes simultaneously in a single read, with unprecedented speed and accuracy. The Visidot solution is being used in retail supply chains, automotive manufacturing and reusable assets pool management operations to provide per-asset visibility and to increase operational efficiencies. ImageID is a multinational company with R&D facilities in Israel and direct sales and partner networks in the US and Europe.
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GotWebsiteHosting.com Adds Website Builder - Get Your Small Business or Personal Website on the Internet
GotWebsiteHosting.com offers a website builder for personal websites & small business owners that requires no HTML knowledge. Offering 71 professional templates to give site builders a variety of layouts.
Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) May 25, 2005 -- GotWebsiteHosting.com, a Creative Web Solutions company, has announced the launch of an online website builder. This gives small business owners an edge by adding a simple way of developing a business website without HTML or web programming knowledge.
In a time when getting a website online is essential for small business owners, GotWebsiteHosting.com offers a website hosting tool that makes it easy for those without website building knowledge. They provide an online demo at http://gotwebsitehosting.com/website-builder.htm.
Creative Web Solutions, LLC president David Lalumendre says that there is no need to pay high dollars to a professional web design company. David says, “Using the professional templates that we offer makes it so easy that you simply click your mouse and fill in the pages with your content. It’s that easy and it’ll save the user money because they don’t have to purchase expensive software that takes weeks to learn.”
For most small businesses, a simple and elegant four or five page website is all they need to get the job done. The purpose of most small business websites is to convey information about their product or service that guides the consumer toward making a buying decision in their favor. The GotWebsiteHosting.com website builder has predefined pages to choose from such as About Us, Welcome, Contact Us, forms among many others.
GotWebsiteHosting.com offers website hosting plans starting at an unheard of price of $2.95 with an additional fee of $3 for those that choose to use the site builder. On top of this they have a trained 24 hour technical support staff to assist with website questions whether it is 3 pm or 3 am. They are so sure of your satisfaction that they offer a full 30 day unconditional money back guarantee.
With the 30 day unconditional money back guarantee you have nothing to lose. “We offer the money back guarantee for a reason,” says David. “We’re so confident you’ll be satisfied with our products and service that we’ll refund your money if you’re not.”
Creative Web Solutions, LLC is a Kansas City Missouri based company that runs a website where users can register domain names and a domain reseller site that allows users to make money online selling web services among many other internet related websites.
Contact Information:
David Lalumendre, President
Creative Web Solutions, LLC.
Email: DL at GotWebsiteHosting.com (e-mail protected from spam bots)
http://gotwebsitehosting.com
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May 25, 2005
Microstaq Mastering Electronic Controls for Fluid-Control Industry
Microstaq’s revolutionary MEMS valve technology holds great promise for the miniaturization of flow control systems across a number of automotive, biomedical, refrigeration, aeronautical and other flow control opportunities. The company’s silicon chip-based flow control technology leverages proven silicon wafer processing techniques to create a single-structure, ‘solid state’ valve capable of controlling a range of fluids in today’s high-pressure, high-flow rate control environments.
Bellingham, WA (PRWEB) May 25, 2005 –- Engineers at Microstaq are betting that the tiny, silicon chip they created to miniaturize and manage the refrigerant in a car’s air-conditioner holds promise for much broader applications in autos of the future. The micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology used in the patented microvalve also shows promise for biotechnology, drug research and development, satellite control and for medical uses.
“This could be the transistor of the fluid-control industry,” says company cofounder and president Steve Booth, referring to the electronics revolution that followed the invention of the transistor.
Microstaq has been successfully testing its micro-sized electro-mechanical valves for fluid control on automotive air conditioners for the past three years at its labs in Bellingham and anticipates production to get underway within two years. Knowing that a typical automobile has 50 valves that need to be opened and closed automatically and regulated closely, and having a number of top technical experts on staff, the company is favorably positioned to develop the micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology for use in auto transmissions, braking systems and other automobile fluidic systems.
Microstaq’s microvalve technology could also be used for active cooling of complex, heat generating electronic systems such as modern microprocessors, he said. “Its portability, low cost, accuracy and small fluid volume requirements also make it ideal for analysis and mixing of pharmaceuticals,” he said.
Microstaq’s microvalve uses MEMS technology and due to its silicon material content its moving parts will not wear out. A tiny silicon wafer the size of a button controls the flow of liquids, mists and gases at high pressures, replacing a traditional valve in the air conditioning system that is larger than a spark plug. Its lighter weight and smaller size is expected to increase fuel economy and reduce power consumption in every car, truck and SUV that uses it.
Booth and Microstaq cofounder Jeff Chance believe that Microstaq’s tiny electronic chip has the potential to revolutionize automotive flow control designs and reduce auto emissions.
“Even a half-mile-per-gallon increase in fuel efficiency translates into saving hundreds of thousands of metric tons of auto emissions every year,” said Booth, also president of the company.
Microstaq’s proprietary, pressure-balanced valve design uses advanced silicon wafer processing technologies to fabricate a high-pressure, high flow capable microvalve as compared to membrane or orifice-type microvalve designs. The Microstaq valve is designed to operate in the harsh temperature and pressure environments typical to many automotive flow control systems.
“There is great potential for this microvalve to be on every car in the world,” said Chance, executive vice president and COO. “Down the road, this technology could be used for other systems such as for biotechnology, medical uses, drug research and development, satellite control, gas flow, even bicycle suspensions.”
Microstaq’s valve technology holds such great promise that the company received a $2 million federal grant in 2001 from the National Institute of Standards Technology’s Advanced Technology Program to develop its unique microvalve for a car’s air conditioner.
About Microstaq:
Microstaq (www.microstaq.com) is a privately held company founded in 2000 to bring MEMS technology to the flow control world of automotive systems. Microstaq designs, develops and manufactures high-performance MEMS silicon valve systems capable of operating in normal to extreme flow control environments. Cofounders Steve Booth and Jeff Chance were business development and sales managers in the automotive air-conditioning and engine cooling industry before founding the company to address flow control opportunities in the air-conditioning and refrigeration industries. Formerly known as Alumina Micro, the company moved to Bellingham in 2002.
Microstaq recognizes the benefits of business partnerships to efficiently market its valve technology and seeks partnerships that will successfully market its flow control technology into promising business sectors.
Contact:
Jeff Chance
Executive Vice President
360-734-8220 x102
www.microstaq.com
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Tucker Energy Services using IntraLearn LMS to Ensure Critical Competencies
IntraLearn Software Corporation, the leading supplier of turn-key e-Learning software applications, announced today that Tucker Energy Services, a multi-service organization provider of solutions, services and products to the energy industry, is using the IntraLearn XE to train 1,000 employees worldwide. The company has produced 45 courses in IntraLearn to ensure internal HSE compliance and the technical competencies required by their clients.
Northboro, MA (PRWEB) May 25, 2005 -- IntraLearn Software Corporation, the leading supplier of turn-key e-Learning software applications, announced today that Tucker Energy Services, a multi-service organization provider of solutions, services and products to the energy industry, is using the IntraLearn XE to train 1,000 employees worldwide. The company has produced 45 courses in IntraLearn to ensure internal HSE compliance and the technical competencies required by their clients.
Many of Tucker’s clients are major oil field companies that require that all contractor employees working on their field sites have the skills and competencies required. With employees working at locations around the world it is essential that critical health and technology training be brought directly to them.
“Tucker has made its reputation by providing outstanding customer service and using the latest technology to train our associates,” said Christopher Tucker, Director of Tucker Energy Services. “The IntraLearn XE gave us the ability to quickly create and deliver essential training to our worldwide network of employees and associates and enables us to measure and record competencies achieved.”
IntraLearn XE, with its built-in course and exam authoring and hierarchical reporting capabilities, offered Tucker exactly what it needed right out of the box,” said Evan Lenson, IntraLearn Software Corp.’s Vice President of Business Development. “We are extremely proud to have been chosen by Tucker Energy Services to help them provide the critical training and record keeping their clients demand.”
About Tucker Energy Services
Tucker Energy Services is a leading integrated service company providing solutions, services, and products to the energy industry. The company is committed to continuously creating value for their customers, employees, and shareholders.
About IntraLearn
IntraLearn Software Corporation of Northboro, MA is the leading provider of shrink-wrapped e-Learning applications for mid-market enterprises, academic institutions and associations. Along with operations in the UK, Brazil, Singapore and India, IntraLearn software is distributed worldwide through authorized IntraLearn resellers and LSPs to more than 1,300 major organizations in 40 countries in 17 languages. IntraLearn is a Microsoft Gold Certified ISV Partner.
Peter Banhazl – Executive Vice President
IntraLearn Software Corporation
508.393.2277 or e-mail protected from spam bots
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May 24, 2005
Supermicro Selects ASBIS as Distributor in Europe, Middle East and Africa
ASBIS, a leading supplier of computer components to the EMEA emerging markets, has signed an Authorized Distributorship Contract with Supermicro, a California-based global leader in the design and manufacture of server solutions and motherboards. The new partnership will promote the distribution and sales of Supermicro products throughout 26 countries of ASBIS presence.
Limassol, Cyprus (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -- ASBISc Enterprises Ltd., a leading supplier of computer components to the EMEA emerging markets, has signed an Authorized Distributorship Contract with Supermicro, a California-based global leader in the design and manufacture of server solutions and motherboards.
Under the terms of the recently signed agreement, ASBIS is now authorized to distribute all Supermicro products including servers, motherboards, chassis, and accessories. The agreement covers all territories of ASBIS’ current operation. As stated in the agreement, “The purpose of this document is to allow ASBIS and Supermicro to execute a mutually beneficial business relationship and devote ASBIS’s best efforts to market and sell Supermicro products”.
Laurent Journoud, ASBIS’ Executive VP Sales & Marketing, said, “Thanks to the new agreement with Supermicro we will be able to significantly extend our offer of state-of-the-art server products based on advanced Intel platforms and other future server and workstation technologies. We will also be able to respond faster and more efficiently to the changing requirements of our customers. The full range of Supermicro products, which we will soon start offering to our channel partners, stands head and shoulders above the competition by delivering industry-leading performance at extremely competitive prices. I am positive that our customers are going to appreciate it”.
The new partnership will promote the distribution and sales of Supermicro products throughout 26 countries of ASBIS presence with distribution centers located in the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, the United Arab Emirates and Finland. ASBIS will enable distributors and resellers to obtain Supermicro products locally through ASBIS offices.
“Supermicro specifically selected ASBIS as a key distribution partner due to their positive track record in computer component sales and their massive market presence across the emerging markets of Europe, Middle East and Africa.” said Wally Liaw, VP of International Sales at Supermicro. “This gives both parties a unique opportunity to make a significant contribution to satisfying the ever-growing demand for innovative and reliable server products. We are looking forward to successful co-operation with ASBIS over the coming years.”
About ASBIS
ASBIS is one of the largest suppliers of computer components in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets. The privately-owned company with headquarters in Cyprus and 38 offices in 26 countries plays a significant role in global supply chain with around 15,000 product items in its portfolio and the annual turnover reaching USD 755 million in 2004.
Today the company serves more than 12,500 active customers in 70 countries via 4 distribution centers and 33 local warehouses across its expanding regions. ASBIS combines extensive knowledge of the local markets it serves with a strong international team of over 600 employees bringing value to both its vendors and customers. ASBIS offers its clients not only a complete set of components and building blocks for manufacturing PCs, servers or notebooks, but also a unique pre- and post-sales service.
For more information about ASBIS please visit www.asbis.com.
About Supermicro Computer, Inc.
Established in 1993, Supermicro emphasizes superior product design engineering and uncompromising quality control to produce outstanding industry leading server systems that maximize the functionality and compatibility of its products. By combining a staunch commitment to quality with a market leadership tradition of being first to market, Supermicro’s high-end motherboards and server systems consistently deliver unsurpassed price/performance and reliability. Supermicro specializes in Server Building Block Solutions for Mission-Critical applications, including high-end graphics, modular computing and enterprise storage system development, to better serve today's rapidly changing global business needs. As the premier server solutions and motherboard manufacturer in Silicon Valley and the fastest growing high volume server manufacturer in the world today, Supermicro provides outstanding quality with 24x7 Worldwide Technical Support.
For additional information, please visit the company’s website at www.Supermicro.com or email e-mail protected from spam bots.
Media contact:
Victor Lukyanov
PR Manager
ASBISc Enterprises Ltd.
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Tel. +375 17 2147762 (ext.227)
www.asbis.com
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Protonex Names Phil Robinson VP of Engineering and Manufacturing
Protonex Technology Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance fuel cell power solutions, announced that it has named Phil Robinson to the position of Vice President, Engineering and Manufacturing. In this role, Mr. Robinson will be responsible for managing the product development and manufacturing of the company’s complete line of power solutions.
Southborough, MA (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -- Protonex Technology Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance fuel cell power solutions, announced that it has named Phil Robinson to the position of Vice President, Engineering and Manufacturing. In this role, Mr. Robinson will be responsible for managing the product development and manufacturing of the company’s complete line of power solutions.
The hiring of Mr. Robinson results from the success Protonex has achieved accelerating the commercialization of its patented fuel cell technology into specific applications. “I am delighted to add Phil to our management team,” said Scott Pearson, President and CEO of Protonex. “His proven ability to build and lead world-class technical organizations will play a critical role in our company’s growth and product development strategy.”
“Protonex’s innovative approach to fuel cell design and fabrication is poised to revolutionize portable power systems for both military and commercial applications,” added Mr. Robinson. “I am thrilled to help Protonex’s team deliver industry leading products and technologies to the market place.”
Mr. Robinson has over 20 years of start-up, technology and senior management experience with a particular emphasis on product and strategy development. Prior to joining Protonex, Mr. Robinson served as Vice President, Engineering at Amperion Inc. He has also served as Vice President of Engineering for LAN Access and NetVantage, and has held several senior management positions for 3Com including CTO of its Consumer Products Division as well as CTO and R&D Director of its Cable Access Business Unit.
Mr. Robinson holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He has been awarded eight patents by the USPTO.
About Protonex Technology Corporation
Protonex is a privately held, venture-backed company based in Southborough, MA. The company manufactures high performance, long duration fuel cell systems for portable and remote applications. Protonex provides complete power solutions in the 10 to 500 Watt power range to OEM customers for off-grid applications underserved by existing battery, generator, solar and other power technologies. The company's innovative fuel cell products also complement existing power technologies and are utilized in hybrid designs for customer applications.
For more information about Protonex, please contact:
Protonex Technology Corporation
153 Northboro Road
Southborough, MA 01772-1034
Phone: (508) 490-9960
Email: e-mail protected from spam bots
www.protonex.com
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Global RFID Market to Top $2 Billion in 2005: Marketstrat
Global RFID services revenues are expected to touch $350 million in 2005, according to a new report titled, “RFID Products, Applications and Services Worldwide – A Market Strategy Report.”
Fremont, CA (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -- RFID technology has been growing steadily in the past 3-4 years and is expected to grow rapidly in the 2006-2009 period, before stabilizing and settling on a steady growth path. The year 2004 was marked by excitement related to mandates, entry of new players, re-positioning of some companies as “RFID focused,” new product and service launches, technology advances, standards evolution, partnerships & alliances, mergers & acquisitions, and general market awareness.
Visit http://www.marketstrat.com/rfid_report.htm for details on the RFID report.
The worldwide market for RFID was $1.49 billion in 2004. RFID hardware components (Readers, Tags, and ICs) accounted for 72% of the market, followed by Services (19%) and Software (9%).
- Worldwide Reader revenues were $290 million and Tag revenues $645 million in 2004.
- Revenues for RFID Hardware (Tags, Readers, ICs) are expected to grow at a CAGR of 28%. Growth in the 2006-2009 period will be high, followed by market stabilization.
- Professional Services are expected to reach $850 million by the year 2010. This segment includes service revenues related to business consulting, pilots, full life cycle implementation, hardware engineering, systems integration, and data analysis.
- The Access Control applications segment is expected to account for $191 million in revenues in North America in 2005.
- In Europe, the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) vertical is expected to account for $126 million in RFID-related spending in 2005.
- The Asia-Pacific market for RFID software was $12.9 million in 2003, and is expected to grow to $339 million by the end of 2012. Asia-Pacific is behind North America and Europe in implementing supply chain management and execution systems and related software. As the demand for RFID increases, companies in Asia-Pacific (particularly Japan, Korea, China, India, and Australia) are expected to look toward implementing comprehensive SCM and SCE solutions with embedded RFID functionality.
The primary beneficiaries of the expected explosion in this market are producers of RFID tags, reader systems, related software, shipping labels, label printers, inks, and antennas. Close behind are leading companies providing software and services for the supply chain function and for the warehouse and transportation industries. Opportunities also abound for transportation and logistics providers – both to improve their own efficiency as well as customer efficiencies. Since RFID does not require line of sight, shipping companies can significantly reduce the time, space, and people needed for inventory handling.
Marketstrat’s latest research finds that the rapid growth rates predicted in 2004 (based on Wal-Mart compliance deadline of January 2005) did not come true. As companies get deeper into RFID planning and analyze potential business process changes, and with the introduction of Gen2 products, the nature and scope of projects will change, with a long-term roadmap. This is a good thing for the RFID ecosystem as a whole, and helps avoid future implosion from poorly planned and implemented solutions.
Despite the rapid growth projected, there are restraints/challenges such as data ownership and partner data integration; data security and privacy; implementation costs; integrating data across multiple facilities; managing large volumes of data; need for business process realignment and privacy issues.
Marketstrat’s two-volume report provides:
- Analysis of current and emerging applications, verticals, technology, evolving standards, competitive frameworks, success strategies, market drivers and restraints.
- Estimates/forecasts for the years 2003-2012 by Product Category (separately for Hardware, Software, and Services); by Application; and by Vertical, for each geographic region.
- Estimates/forecasts for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World.
- Estimates/forecasts for the following applications: Access Control, Animal Tracking, Asset Management, Baggage Control, Point-of-Sale, Supply Chain Management, Tire Tracking, Vehicle Identification, Other.
- Estimates/forecasts for the following verticals: Automotive, CPG, Defense, Healthcare/Pharmaceutical, Homeland Security, Retail, Transportation, Other.
- Profiles of 525 RFID vendors worldwide. Vendors profiled include makers of components (chips, tags, readers), printers, software, systems integrators, and other service providers.
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Growing Southern California E-Waste Recycling Firm Expands Executive Team With New Chief Operating Officer
TrueCycle, Inc. announces new COO. trueCycle, Inc., a California Authorized E-Waste Recycler, today announced the appointment of new Chief Operating Officer, Larry Powers, founder and senior partner of Powers, International, a business consulting firm headquartered in Los Angeles.
Pasadena, CA (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -- trueCycle, Inc. announces new COO. trueCycle, Inc., a California Authorized E-Waste Recycler, today announced the appointment of new Chief Operating Officer, Larry Powers, founder and senior partner of Powers, International, a business consulting firm headquartered in Los Angeles.
Dr. Powers is well-known for his proficiency in establishing, implementing, and maintaining organization strategy, business process improvement, RoHS/WEEE compliance consulting, leadership development, organizational effectiveness/development, and other initiatives aligned with the culture and specific needs of organizations.
In welcoming Dr. Powers to the executive team, Todd R.G. Hill, CEO and Founder of trueCycle, Inc. said, “The addition of Dr. Larry Powers provides trueCycle a COO with proven leadership ability and a commitment to operational excellence. His first task assignment will be to complete the integration of ISO 14001 and 9001 environmental compliance and quality assurance programs into trueCycle's services delivery model. I am confident that the skill sets and breadth of experience Dr. Powers brings to the table lend themselves well to improving asset management and e-waste services delivery, in addition to the successful execution of our planned expansion through 2007."
Dr. Powers’ previous professional experience includes: 10 years as Western Regional Director for a training and consulting company and 17 years with Xerox Corporation. Powers holds a Masters degree in Technology Management and a Doctoral degree in Organization Change from Pepperdine University.
Upon assuming his new post, Dr. Powers said, “I am looking forward to the challenges of growing the trueCycle organization and expanding their already well established reputation, and I am especially proud to be a part of an organization that is committed to making our world a better place to live.”
trueCycle specializes in environmentally sound electronic recycling management services, offering comprehensive e-waste recycling plans to businesses, government agencies, and other waste handlers. trueCycle processes a diversity of electronics and provides sound recycling management services, such as: secure transport, disassembly/demanufacture, materials reclamation, recycling, asset management and tracking, certified data sanitation and reporting, and customer support. Strategically located in southern California, trueCycle is planning additional recycling plants in Los Angeles and Sacramento.
http://www.truecycle.com
518 E. Rio Grande Street Pasadena, CA 91104-2254
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Conklin Systems Releases CS Online Version 2.1.0
Conklin Systems is pleased to announce the release of CS Online 2.1.0 for handhelds, a VT100 & Telnet emulator with extensive data logging and serial debugging features that make it ideal for industrial and engineering applications.
SAN JOSE, CA (PRWEB) May 25, 2005 -- PalmSource Mobile Summit & DevCon, May 24, 2005 - Conklin Systems is pleased to announce the release of CS Online 2.1.0, a VT100 & Telnet emulator with extensive data logging and serial debugging features that make it ideal for industrial and engineering applications.
Conklin Systems acquired the popular Mark/Space products Online, a terminal emulator package, and Fax, a send/receive Fax package for Palm Powered™ mobile devices and smartphones earlier this year. CS Online 2.1.0 is the first release from Conklin Systems. New features include a powerful line-input mode with command history and support for Palm Powered Symbol scanner units with host integration support.
Mark/Space had discontinued Fax in 2003, and more recently Online, to focus on their immensely successful The Missing Sync line of synchronization technology products for the Macintosh. However, there was still a great customer demand for Online and Fax. Rather than leave customers wanting, Mark/Space worked with Conklin Systems to make the two products available again.
Terence Conklin points out, "There are more devices with built-in serial communications now than ever before. Routers, telescopes, and even toys have serial interfaces that people need access too. Online has always been the best tool for not just emulation, but data analysis, and we'll be continuing that tradition."
“We believe both Fax and Online provide users of Palm Powered products with invaluable productivity solutions,” said Larry Berkin, director of developer marketing, PalmSource. “These applications are designed to solve common problems for many users who need to control existing serial-based electronics or just want a robust fax solution while on-the-go.”
Conklin Systems brings more than 25 years experience with terminal emulation and data communications, and is already planning new functionality for these popular products.
You can learn more about CS Online and the upcoming CS Fax at:
http://www.conklinsystems.com/palm/
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Getting the Lead Out - European Regulations Force Electronics Companies to Clean up, Impact Local Manufacturers and Distributors
Consumers will soon have the comfort of knowing that their next laptop, cell phone and microwave may be free of hazardous components. Meanwhile, electronic component manufacturers and distributors are scrambling to re-engineer their supply chains.
Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) May 24, 2005 -– Consumers will soon have the comfort of knowing that their next laptop, cell phone and microwave may be free of hazardous components. For that they can thank the European Union, for issuing the Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive that takes effect in the summer of 2006.
The RoHS directive limits the amount of lead and other toxic substances that electronics manufacturers can use in their products. While the EU directive doesn't have the force of law in the United States, many U.S.-based electronics manufacturers are expected to adopt the EU standards for all of their products, not just those intended for sale in Europe.
Though this may come as good news for consumers, the EU directive has manufacturers and distributors scrambling to re-engineer their supply chains. As one of the top North American electronic component distributors, Allied Electronics must also manage the implications of the directive.
“While Allied does not manufacture or design products, many of the components we sell end up in products sold in the European Union,” says Lee Davidson, president of Allied Electronics. “Very soon, our customers will want to know if the products they spec into their designs are ‘RoHS compliant.’ It will be our job to make sure that they have easy access to this information.”
One potential dilemma that distributors like Allied can expect to come out of the RoHS directive is the various transition plans of their suppliers. For example, some manufacturers have introduced new lead-free designs to existing parts, while others plan to identify compliant products by package labeling.
“The challenges of transition are substantial. Distributors and manufacturers will have to work very closely to ensure the migration to RoHS complaint product is seamless to the customer,” says Davidson. “We have taken a stance that we will be an industry leader in providing the latest information on RoHS for both our customers and our suppliers. We want everyone to have the information they need so our customers can make the right decisions when buying products from us.”
At Allied, multi-functional project teams have been established to sort through the EU directives and to work with its 300+suppliers to come up with solutions, in hopes that this approach will minimize any disruption in the supply chain and to customers.
“Allied is committed to conducting business in an environmentally friendly manner,” says Davidson. “We fully support the objectives of the directives and are working hard to ensure we provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about compliance.”
About Allied Electronics
Allied Electronics’ headquarters is located in Fort Worth, Texas with 57 sales branches across the United States and Canada. Allied is a subsidiary of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), the world leading catalog component distributor. Electrocomponents has operations in six continents and headquarters in Oxford, England. For more information, visit www.alliedelec.com.
Contact:
Roxanne Martinez (817) 595-8566
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May 23, 2005
ImageID Joins AIM Global -- Signals Growing Industrywide Collaboration in Automatic Identification and Mobile Technology
ImageID Ltd., provider of the Visidot Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) system, announced today that it has joined AIM Global, the association for Automatic Identification and Mobility. AIM Global works to increase the understanding and adoption of Auto ID, RFID and enterprise mobile computing through education, standards, and cooperation with other leading industry associations. Started more than 30 years ago, AIM Global is the voice of Automatic Identification and Mobility technologies such as bar code, RFID, and enterprise mobile computing.
Warrendale, PA (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- ImageID Ltd., provider of the Visidot Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) system, announced today that it has joined AIM Global, the association for Automatic Identification and Mobility. AIM Global works to increase the understanding and adoption of Auto ID, RFID and enterprise mobile computing through education, standards, and cooperation with other leading industry associations. Started more than 30 years ago, AIM Global is the voice of Automatic Identification and Mobility technologies such as bar code, RFID, and enterprise mobile computing.
As a member of AIM Global, ImageID will join other leading companies who are committed to the growth of automatic identification and mobility solutions through industry standards development, advocacy and the support of a global channel network. In particular, ImageID’s Visidot auto ID specialists will participate in the RFID Experts Group (REG), a group of RFID (radio frequency identification) expert advisors working to address implementation issues related to supply chain adoption of RFID systems. ImageID will be working with the REG on its initiatives for implementing bar code solutions in conjunction with RFID tagging for operations that do not have reliable RFID reading throughout their supply chains.
"We are looking forward to working with AIM and the RFID Experts Group to promote visibility-enhancing initiatives for multiple-asset scanning, such as adding bar codes to RFID-tagged assets. Effective collaboration to meet the challenges of multiple-asset data capture will benefit the entire AIDC industry," said David Reis, CEO of ImageID.
"We are pleased that ImageID, the developers of the Visidot technology, is committed to partnering with us in the development of standards and educational materials for Automatic Identification and Mobility technologies. Their participation in AIM Global is a strong indication of its support of our technologies to ultimately help companies in multiple industries become more competitive while saving time and money," said Dan Mullen, AIM Global president.
About ImageID
ImageID, the provider of the Visidot™ solution (www.visidot.com), develops and markets advanced multiple-asset Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) solutions. Based on imaging technology and sophisticated algorithms, the Visidot solution is capable of identifying and decoding hundreds of unique standard barcodes simultaneously in a single read, with unprecedented speed and accuracy. The Visidot solution is being used in retail supply chains, automotive manufacturing and reusable assets pool management operations to provide per-asset visibility and to increase operational efficiencies. ImageID is a multinational company with R&D facilities in Israel and direct sales and partner networks in the US and Europe.
About AIM Global
For more than 30 years, AIM Global has served as the association for and worldwide authority on automatic identification, data collection and networking in a mobile environment. AIM members are providers and users of technologies, systems, and services that capture, manage, and integrate accurate data into larger information systems. Serving more than 900 members in 43 countries, AIM is dedicated to accelerating the growth and use of Automatic Identification and Mobility technologies and services around the world.
AIM Global has an active educational focus, providing accurate and unbiased information on AIDC technology, standards, and applications. For more information on AIM programs, please visit www.aimglobal.org/calendar.
As part of its educational outreach, AIM Global publishes "RFID Connections," the industry's oldest and most respected e-newsletter on RFID. For a free subscription, please visit http://subscriptions.aimglobal.org.
For more information on AIM Global, its technologies and its members, please visit www.aimglobal.org or www.rfid.org.
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Speedline Technologies to Showcase Leading Industry Solutions at Nepcon Thailand 2005, with Niche Tech (2004) Co. Ltd.
Speedline Technologies, the global leader for single-source process knowledge, solutions, and service to the PCB assembly and semiconductor packaging industries, will showcase the industry’s leading solutions and technologies at Nepcon Thailand 2005, Booth No. 4D29, Bangkok, 16-19 June 2005.
FRANKLIN, MA (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- Speedline Technologies, the global leader for single-source process knowledge, solutions, and service to the PCB assembly and semiconductor packaging industries, will showcase the industry’s leading solutions and technologies at Nepcon Thailand 2005, Bangkok, 16-19 June 2005.
Speedline Technologies will host ongoing exhibits and demonstrations of the solutions in Booth No. 4D29 throughout the Exhibition, including:
· The MPM AccuFlex stencil printer, ideally suited for moderate volume high-mix printing at a cost-effective price, combines accuracy and unparalleled flexibility in a compact footprint. Providing only what is needed for efficient and precise printing, the AccuFlex offers electronics manufacturer a full range of options for future expansion. Designed for production of about 8,000 boards per week with two or more product changeovers per shift, the system easily handles boards from 3" x 2" to 23" x 20" and is capable of printing 12-mil pitch devices with consistent accuracy.
· The accurate, flexible, and configurable Camalot XyflexPro dispensing system features a calibration-free linear gantry drive system, small footprint, and ability to meet any application need through easy-to-add options. Whether dispensing micro dots of silver epoxy, solder paste for high-frequency devices and wafer-level packages, adhesive for 0201 components, or underfill for flip chip packages or flip chip on board, the XyflexPro system provides the required accuracy to maintain ultimate process control.
· The MPM Gel-Flex™ Tooling System is an innovative and cost-effective answer to the challenge of supporting the circuit board during the stencil printing process. Consisting of non-conductive polyurethane elastomer gel enclosed within a durable membrane shell and mounted to a magnetic base, Gel-Flex tooling is a true conformal board-support system. The compressible gel material provides gentle compliance to delicate bottom-side components and leads while providing firm support for the entire board surface. This tooling system is available for AccuFlex, AP Excel, Ultraprint 2000, and UltraFlex BBP printers. It is also available as an upgrade for those printers as well as the AP Series, Ultraprint 400 and Ultraprint 500 platforms.
For more information, contact Mr. Kwa Siong Soon, Speedline’s Business Manager, or Mr. Phermphoon Ekpho, Niche Tech (2004)’s MD.
Speedline Technologies: The Process Knowledge Leaders
Speedline Technologies is the global leader for single-source process knowledge, solutions, and service to the PCB assembly and semiconductor packaging industries. Based in Franklin, Massachusetts, USA, the company sells five, best-in-class brands – Accel® microelectronics cleaning, Camalot® dispensing systems, Electrovert® wave soldering, reflow soldering, and cleaning equipment, MPM® stencil and screen printing systems, and Protect® global services, support, and training solutions. For more information, visit Speedline Technologies at http://www.speedlinetech.com or contact:
· In Asia: Speedline Technologies Asia Pte Ltd, 150 Kampong Ampat, #05-08 KA Centre, Singapore 368324, Tel: 65-6286-6635, Fax: 65-6289-9411, E-mail: e-mail protected from spam bots;
· In the USA: Speedline Technologies, 16 Forge Park, Franklin, MA 02038 USA, Tel: 1-508-520-0083, Fax: 1-508-520-2288, E-mail: e-mail protected from spam bots;
· In Europe: Speedline Technologies GmbH, Im Gefierth 14, 63303 Dreieich, Germany, Tel: +49 (0)6103/832-0, Fax: +49(0)6103/832-299, E-mail: e-mail protected from spam bots.
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New LED Driver and Sequencer Launched by Dialog Semiconductor to Enable Complete Programmability of 18 LEDs
New universal LED controller provides complete programmability of up to 18 LEDs for the control of lightshows, backlights and signal LEDs in cellular handsets, handheld games, and other portable devices requiring varying light sequences. The new DA9026 IC allows the control of sequences of LED patterns including combined RGB LEDs, with programmable variables such as pattern, repetition rate and intensity of each LED – this is done entirely within the device, removing the need for dedicated processing power.
Kirchheim/Teck, Germany (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- Dialog Semiconductor Plc (NASDAQ: DLGS, FWB: DLG) has launched a new universal LED controller which provides complete programmability of up to 18 LEDs for the control of lightshows, backlights and signal LEDs in cellular handsets, handheld games, and other portable devices requiring varying light sequences. The new DA9026 IC allows the control of sequences of LED patterns including combined RGB LEDs, with programmable variables such as pattern, repetition rate and intensity of each LED – this is done entirely within the device, removing the need for dedicated processing power.
The DA9026 universal LED controller especially addresses the growing complexity of LED management in applications such as clamshell handsets, lightshows, backlights (keypad and LCD) and signal LEDs. This is in response to a growing trend for the display or lights to flash in appropriate sequences to ringtones, music or different callers for example. In addition, for phones used in handsfree kits in the automotive environment, it allows manufacturers to control and customize the handset backlight to match color and level of illumination of the car’s dashboard display.
Dialog Semiconductor has addressed these needs with this universal LED driver and sequencer. Unlike other devices it can control up to 18 single color LEDs or six RGB LEDs – or any combination of single and RGB. It can also store and replay (from on-chip memory) 15 light sequences with programmable start and end points, without the need for external components and controlled using a simple 2-wire interface to upload sequence and command data. A comprehensive PC-based development tool allows handset manufacturers to create and program the control code required to generate these sequences.
Other key features include fading and dimming functionality without the need for baseband processor support, brightness correction for true RGB color, and an integrated step-up converter to generate the higher voltages required for high intensity blue, green and white LEDs. The 4-bit current control enables 4k color options per RGB channel, and the DA9026 is optimized for lithium battery supplies.
One of the most significant benefits of having everything contained in one chip and only requiring two-wire control is the ability to improve reliability in clamshell type cellular handsets – instead of requiring multiple control lines across the flip mechanism only two signals are required to control up to 18 LEDs. The DA9026 will typically preload sequence data in the device RAM on power-up, and then the only communication required subsequently will be to activate the required sequences.
Another important feature of the DA9026 is its high current capability, ideal for generating high brightness levels. It can supply 4.8V at up to a maximum of 420mA to provide a regulated power source for large display configurations of up to 18 LEDs, with consistent color generation capability for all the LEDs, even as the battery discharges. When the LED voltage does not need to be greater than 3V, the LED driver can be directly connected to the battery.
The DA9026 universal LED controller is available now and packaged in a 24-lead 4 x 4mm QFN package.
A product demo is available at www.vegaschip.net.
Information about Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor develops and supplies power management, audio and imaging technology, delivering innovative mixed signal standard products as well as application specific IC solutions for wireless, automotive and industrial applications. The company’s expertise in mixed signal design, with products manufactured entirely in CMOS technology, enhances the performance and features of wireless, hand-held and portable electronic products. Its technology is also used in intelligent control circuits in automotive and industrial applications. Dialog Semiconductor Plc is headquartered near Stuttgart, Germany with additional design facilities in the UK, the USA, Austria and Japan. The company is listed on the Frankfurt (FWB: DLG) and on the NASDAQ (DLGS) exchanges.
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New Welding Web Site
In response to the needs of our customers, “The Tungsten Electrode Experts” at Diamond Ground Products would like to announce improvements and upgrades to DiamondGround.com.
Newbury Park, CA (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- In response to the needs of our customers, “The Tungsten Electrode Experts” at Diamond Ground Products would like to announce improvements and upgrades to DiamondGround.com.
While the site will continue to focus on the entire Diamond Ground Products line of Tungsten, Tungsten Grinders, and Welding related consumables, it will also feature:
• Free Tungsten Guidebook downloads designed to educate welders on the proper selection and preparation of tungsten.
• Free tungsten sample request pages
• New sections on Tungsten Fabrication & Fiber Optic cleaver blades & electrodes.
• A new design and easier to navigate format
Don't take our word for it, check out www.diamondground.com today! For more information or to speak with a trained DGP representative, contact us today at 1-805-498-3837 3-7867 or e-mail e-mail protected from spam bots
Diamond Ground Products is dedicated to the improvement of weld quality & welder productivity, and maintains a reputation as the industry leader in tungsten and tungsten preparation. Our ongoing management philosophy is to provide quality product and receptive service that exceeds even the most stringent expectations.
For more information, contact:
Jim Elizarraz
Diamond Ground Products
2550 Azurite Circle Newbury Park, CA 91320
Ph: (805) 498-3837
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Research and Markets: Argentina, Brazil and Mexico Recorded Impressive Broadband Growth Over Past Year, But Is This Set to Continue?
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17749) has announced the addition of Latin America Broadband to their offering.
Dublin (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17749) has announced the addition of Latin America Broadband to their offering.
A relatively stable economic environment has helped get the Latin American broadband marketplace on track. Argentina, Brazil and Mexico recorded impressive broadband growth over the past year, while Chile leads the region in broadband penetration—all good news for broadband equipment and service providers.
Attention: ISPs, Telecom and IT Equipment Manufacturers, Global 2000 Companies, E-Retailers, Video, Music and Game Producers, Marketers and Advertisers.
The Latin America Broadband report explores why the broadband markets of Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico are growing, why ADSL has become more widespread and affordable and why bandwidth offers are beginning to increase from a typical connection of 256Kbps to 512Kbps or more. In other words, why broadband markets in Latin America, like the rest of the world, are picking up speed.
While the availability and adoption of broadband in Latin American is still well behind North America, Western Europe and much of the Asia-Pacific region, many factors now suggest that the Latin American Internet sector is on a path of stable and continued growth. Unfortunately, history would suggest that this projection might be a tad rash.
With the economic downturn in Latin America between 2001 and 2003 there was a corresponding downturn in research coverage of the region, particularly from local Latin American research firms. This fact, combined with the economic volatility over the last few years, has made forecasting for the region, even two years out, perilous at best. eMarketer has therefore taken a relatively conservative approach to its forecasts in this report and attempted to provide alternative perspectives wherever possible.
Key questions the Latin America Broadband report addresses:
- Why is the region lagging behind the rest of the world in broadband development?
- What were the major causes of the downturns in 2001 and 2003?
- Does 2004 mark the start of prolonged broadband growth in Latin America?
- What is proving to be the dominant technology platform, DSL or cable Internet?
- Who are the leading broadband access providers in Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico?
- How do broadband prices compare among the leading countries in the region?
- What does the future hold?
- And many more…
The Latin America Broadband report aggregates the latest data from leading researchers—EIU, Internet World Stats, ITU, Point Topic, PricewaterhouseCoppers, Pyramid Research and many others—with eMarketer's objective, unbiased analysis to give you the information you need to make well-informed business decisions on the Latin American broadband market.
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17749
Laura Wood
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Research and Markets
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May 20, 2005
Produce Processor Selects Ronningen-Petter DCF Filter for Innovative Sanitizing System
A produce processing company in Tennessee, with assistance from an ozonation system manufacturer in California, has developed an ozonation system for cleaning and sanitizing water used to wash fresh-cut vegetables and lettuce. It is among the first of its kind to be successfully implemented in a fresh-cut processing plant, and the Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filter is the processor’s filter-of-choice.
(PRWEB) May 20, 2005 -- A produce processing company in Tennessee, with assistance from an ozonation system manufacturer in California, has developed an ozonation system for cleaning and sanitizing water used to wash fresh-cut vegetables and lettuce. It is among the first of its kind to be successfully implemented in a fresh-cut processing plant, and the Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filter is the processor’s filter-of-choice.
Situation
The company processes and packages fresh-cut vegetables and lettuce in bags for the ready-to-eat market. Produce is washed, sanitized and transported through the plant by flume water, which is recycled in a closed loop. Previous cleaning methods used chlorine to sanitize the flume water, however, the water quickly became discolored and contaminated with suspended solids and chlorine residue. As a result, the flume water had to be replaced every two to three hours.
To improve product quality and conserve water resources, the owner of the company and his team of consultants spent nearly five years developing an ozonated wash system that applied the known benefits of injecting ozone into water as a means of sanitizing the flume water.
His goals were:
1) to obtain a longer shelf life
2) fresher taste and lower bacterial counts for his product
3) reduce the plant’s water consumption
In the original system prototype, coarse suspended solids were removed from the flume water by a rotary screen with a two millimeter gap. It became apparent during initial testing, however, that fine suspended solids also needed removal
before ozone was injected — to improve the dissolution of ozone in the flume water.
RPA Process Technologies Solution
After further design and testing, a new water cleaning and ozonation system was installed, which included two Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filters equipped with 50 micron wedge wire screens. The DCF filters were placed immediately after the coarse rotary screen, to capture fine lettuce particles and prepare the water for ozone injection. The DCF filters perform a self-cleaning action by mechanically scraping collected particles from the filtering screen with a patented disc that moves up and down the screen, parallel to the liquid flow. Particles are then purged from the collection chamber at the bottom of the filter. This self-cleaning action is performed without halting production, and provides the highest quality filtering under continuous demand. Because the screen is cleaned without interrupting production, a consistently high flow rate is maintained.
Results
Continuous filter: Flume water is cleaned and recycled in an 800 liters-per-minute loop.
Fine filtering: Improves the dissolution of ozone, resulting in dramatically cleaner water, longer run times, and reduced water consumption.
Labor savings: Flume water replacement is required only once a day, instead of every two to three hours.
Ronningen-Petter DCF’s continuous filtering capability means the flume water is cleaned and recycled in an 800 liters-per minute loop without interruption.
Its fine filtering improves the dissolution of ozone in the flume water, resulting in:
1. dramatically cleaner flume water
2. longer run times between water changes
3. reduced water consumption.
Now, flume water replacement is required only once a day, instead of every two to three hours. The company owner is also very pleased with the system’s impact on product quality. His goals of longer product shelf life, fresher taste, lower bacterial counts, and decreased water consumption have been realized.
DCF also provides the additional benefit of improving the performance of a water chiller in the sanitizing system. Immediately after filtering, the flume water is pumped to a chiller where it is cooled to 5°C by spraying the water onto heat exchanger plates. The high quality filtering provided by the DCF eliminates the risk of suspended solids clogging the sprayer nozzles, and keeps the water chiller at optimum performance.
Conclusion
RPA Process Technologies is pleased that its Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filters were chosen as a major component in the innovative sanitizing system developed by the produce processing company. DCF's continuous and high quality filtration make it the perfect solution for produce washing applications, giving the company improved quality and, ultimately, making their company more competitive.
Application Details
Filter model: (2) Ronningen-Petter DCF-1600s
Type of liquid: Wash Water
Pressure: 50 psi (3.4 bar)
Temperature: Chilled
Flow Rate: 211 gpm (47.9 m3/h)
Contaminants removed: Fine vegetable particles and debris
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NanoDynamics, Inc., Commissions Advanced Copper Powder Manufacturing Plant
NanoDynamics, Inc., an innovator and manufacturer of nanomaterials and nanotechnology-enabled products, announced the commissioning of a new copper powder manufacturing facility.
Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) May 20, 2005 -- NanoDynamics, Inc., an innovator and manufacturer of nanomaterials and nanotechnology-enabled products, announced the commissioning of a new copper powder manufacturing facility.
This facility employs proprietary technology for the synthesis of commercial-scale quantities of high quality copper powders ranging in size from hundreds of nanometers to several microns. NanoDynamics will also use this facility to produce high-quality copper flake using its copper powders.
NanoDynamics, Inc. is focused on the field of nanotechnology and manufacture of nanomaterials. With proprietary technologies and experience in commercializing emerging technologies, NanoDynamics is positioned to produce high quality nanomaterials in commercial quantities on a cost-competitive basis. NanoDynamics’ nanomaterials have applications in a wide range of products and industries, including electronics, semiconductors, fuel cells, transportation, energy, biotechnology and consumer products.
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May 19, 2005
Revolutionary New Chrome Paint Finish
APPLICHROME is a process for spraying a finish that looks and feels just like electroplated chrome. The finish can be applied onto virtually any plastic or metal substrate. ACT is currently developing the process further to coat wood, ceramic and glass substrates.
(PRWEB) May 19, 2005 -- Since expanding into new premises in 2004, Applied Coating Technologies has continued to develop its finishing capabilities to meet customer expectations for a one-stop finishing source. Already supplying many industries with a wide range of high-quality decorative finishes to plastic mouldings, requests were often received from existing customers for a ‘chrome’ paint finish.
A ‘chrome’ finish is usually applied using conventional electroplating techniques and offers a bright, mirror finish. It is specified on a variety of everyday products, such as shower handsets and car door handles. However, conventional electroplated chrome can only be applied onto a limited range of plastic substrates, such as ABS. There are also constraints in terms of the size and geometry of parts that can be processed.
APPLICHROME is a process for spraying a finish that looks and feels just like electroplated chrome. It is a process that has been developed in the USA and is being introduced in the UK by Applied Coating Technologies. The finish can be applied onto virtually any plastic or metal substrate. ACT is currently developing the process further to coat wood, ceramic and glass substrates.
The APPLICHROME process involves the following key steps:
1. Application of an adhesion promoting primer. Various primers have been developed and now even adhesion to difficult substrates such as polypropylene can be achieved.
2. Application of bright metallic chrome finish. Since the coating is applied by spraying, selective areas can be coated.
3.Application of 2-pack polyurethane clear lacquer. The lacquers provide chemical and wear resistance. An added benefit is that the lacquer reduces finger marking, which can be a problem on conventionally plated parts.
The APPLICHROME process is carried out at low temperatures, typically below 60°C, so even thin wall plastic substrates can be coated.
The APPLICHROME process is not meant to be a direct replacement for conventional chrome electroplating and would generally be more expensive when compared to electroplated chrome. However, it fills the niche requirement for chrome, where electroplating is not an option.
The process is current being evaluated on a number of projects in various industries, these include:
Interior and exterior automotive components, domestic appliances, and bar top displays.
The development of the APPLICHROME process at ACT was in response to customer requirements for a one-stop shop finishing service. The core business of ACT is EMI shielding coatings and decorative finishing of plastic mouldings.
Applied Coating Technologies, Tipton Road, Tividale, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 3HY, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)121 557 5324
Fax: +44 (0)121 557 7064
Website http://www.applicoat.co.uk
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Ask Filter Man Forum
Do you have a question about industrial filtration? Ask the experts! The new Ask Filter Man forum is an online industrial filtration community that will answer your questions about filtration at no cost or obligation to you.
(PRWEB) May 19, 2005 -- The new Ask Filter Man forum is a community that provides industrial filtration answers within a 24-hour time period, and it is completely free.
Selecting the Right Filter for Your Process:
Factors to Consider
When selecting a filter for a particular application, the following criteria should be considered:
• How large is the process volume? What is the flow rate?
• Is it continuous or batch process?
• What are the material characteristics of the solids being removed? How large are the particles? Is the material hazardous? Can the material being removed be recycled back into the process?
• What are the waste disposal costs? How often do bags or cartridges need to be replaced? Can the waste volume be reduced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?
• What are the labor and downtime costs for filter or cartridge replacement? Can downtime be replaced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?
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Here is a sample of a few questions:
1. We have Sweet Gas Pipeline that contain a noticeable amount of black powder (Iron Oxides and Iron Sulfides) what will be the best filtration system for it Please note that the line size is 56" dia.
2. I have an aqueous and a solvent based systems with 5-150 micron pigment particles. What filtration system do you recommend for a batch(2000 gal)or 33 gal/min continuous operation.
3. I am looking for an alternative to our current method of filtration. We are filtering high viscosity materials (50,000 cps) at 15 microns. We are using wire mesh cloth and our of our major problems is blinding of the mesh. Our runs are short (less that 100 gallons), so I am looking for small units with minimal dead volume.
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May 18, 2005
Mere Mortal Managers: Senior Management “Called on the Carpet” Before Leading Transition to Lean Manufacturing
TPS president Bill Hanover encourages top managers to abandon destructive, dictator management styles and practices to create a Lean Manufacturing Culture. In a series of three articles, “Mere Mortal Managers,” Hanover helps managers effectively lead their Lean transition.
Logan, Utah (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) May 18, 2005 -- TPS president Bill Hanover encourages top managers to abandon destructive, dictator management styles and practices to create a Lean Manufacturing Culture. “Mere Mortal Managers,” a series of 3 articles, helps managers effectively lead their Lean transition.
Real world strategies are proposed to help managers “Self-Correct,” “Prepare,” and “Execute” the necessary transformation to Lean Manufacturing and World Class Excellence.
As a matter of survival all companies must become Lean if they are to remain profitable whether they compete in local or global markets. Customers demand absolute quality, on-time delivery, very short lead-times, and numerous product style choices with uncompromising expectations. Lean manufacturing enables companies to meet these demands.
Senior managers leading the way through a Lean transformation are riddled with flaws and inadequacies making it difficult to win the hearts, minds, and efforts of their employees. Managers are asked to take a good hard look in the mirror as they become the type of leaders that can effectively take the company and staff where they need to go: Lean.
Lean principles are not exclusive to manufacturing. Every manager can benefit from the practical advice in “Mere Mortal Managers” and apply the tools of Lean in virtually any company. Managers must become “Lean Leaders” if they are to effectively eliminate wasteful practices and facilitate process improvements.
For more information regarding “Mere Mortal Managers” or Lean Manufacturing please contact Bill Hanover or visit www.tpslean.com. Full version articles available at http://www.tpslean.com/leanwaystoimp.htm.
About TPS - ThroughPut Solutions:
TPS is a Lean Manufacturing Consulting & Implementation firm specializing in very fast self-funding Lean manufacturing and process improvement implementations. Now in their 10th year of serving clients TPS has saved and helped companies earn millions by implementing waste eliminating improvements.
Contact:
Bill Hanover, president TPS – ThroughPut Solutions
415 East 600 South
River Heights, Utah 84321
435-792-4380
http://www.tpslean.com
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SwiftCD Offers Digital Armor CDs via ECD Systems
The technology leader in protecting valuable digital assets, ECD Systems, today announced details of its partnership with SwiftCD®, the leader in manufacturing and fulfilling on-demand, dynamic and build-to-order CDs. SwiftCD customers will now be able to protect their digital content from unauthorized copying and piracy using ECD Systems' anti-piracy solution, Digital Armor™.
Marstons Mills, MA (PRWEB) May 18, 2005 -- ECD Systems, the technology leader in protecting valuable digital assets, today announced details of its partnership with SwiftCD®, the leader in manufacturing and fulfilling on-demand, dynamic and build-to-order CDs.
SwiftCD customers will now be able to protect their digital content from unauthorized copying and piracy using ECD Systems' anti-piracy solution, Digital Armor™.
Beginning immediately, SwiftCD will offer Digital Armor copy protection for its customers as an additional service in its turnkey fulfillment solution. "Our customers recognize that security for their digital content is a vital issue," says Jason Foodman, CEO of SwiftCD. "Adding Digital Armor to our on-demand fulfillment model ensures that our customers receive the protection they need for their assets."
Digital Armor by ECD Systems provides layers of protection to deter the theft of digital content. Within PC operating environments, the product is proven to halt threats such as bit-for-bit copying of original optical disc elements, lifting and replacing key data files, disassembling or debugging the installation or the running application, transferring installed components or entire directories, replacing key executable files with cracked versions, and using machine or operating environment emulation to monitor activity.
"We have successfully scaled all the features of our premium Digital Armor solution to work in this cost efficient on-demand fulfillment environment," states Jack Hart, President of ECD Systems. "This partnership opens a whole new avenue to publishers and software developers large and small, providing scalable, secure product delivered one CD at a time or by the thousands."
About ECD Systems, Inc.
The technology leader in protecting valuable title assets during entire product life, ECD Systems, Inc. was founded in 1999. ECD is focused on providing robust protection for independent to large publishers against the theft of digital content throughout the life-cycle of a product. ECD has developed unique patent-pending technologies that combine to form the Digital Armor solution that protects a product from its earliest transfer from design studio to design studio, internal and external product testing and review, mastering and replication and finally, protection when the product is in the hands of the end-user. By providing life-cycle product protection, ECD has taken a major step in preventing unplanned or unauthorized product releases. Additional information can be found at www.ecdsystems.com.
About SwiftCD.com
A division of DigitalSwift Corporation, SwiftCD (www.swiftcd.com) is the leader in manufacturing and fulfilling dynamic and build-to-order CDs and DVDs.
With the on-demand model SwiftCD provides, every CD or DVD can be individually produced to order, according to the unique needs of the customer. SwiftCD also handles all aspects of order fulfillment including online tracking, reporting and customer service. The company can also replicate, warehouse, pick from inventory on-demand, and ship products other than CDs and DVDs – such as promotional T-shirts or items shipped with certain orders to promote a current special or upgrade, or simply as stand-alone products.
SwiftCD's "Build-to-Order" process, which enables a user to assemble a compact disc composed of user-selected contents while browsing a website, is so unique that the company recently announced the filing of a utility patent application to protect the process.
For more information on SwiftCD, please call (770) 922-4007 or visit their website at http://www.SwiftCD.com. SwiftCD is a registered trademark of DigitalSwift Corporation.
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Pilkington’s New Anti-Reflective Glass Offers More Design, Application Freedom
Ever since clear glass was first used in buildings and shops, you have had to look at it as well as through it. Now, you don’t have to. Pilkington North America has developed OptiView™ Anti-Reflective Glass. It is produced in its Ottawa, Ill., plant.
Toledo, OH (PRWEB) May 18, 2005 -- Ever since clear glass was first used in buildings, shops, etc., you have had to look at it as well as through it. Now, you don’t have to. Pilkington North America has developed OptiView™ Anti-Reflective Glass – a glass that looks like no glass at all.
While clear glass reflects 8 percent of visible light, Pilkington OptiView Glass reflects less than 2 percent. This allows viewers to clearly see object(s) behind the glass, without looking at their own reflection.
Size Flexibility Means More Possibilities
"While anti-reflective glass is not new, Pilkington's online manufacturing process removes most size limitations, and opens the door to a wider array of application possibilities," explained Stephen Weidner, vice president of sales and marketing for Pilkington Building Products North America.
Until now, anti-reflective glass was made by making clear glass, then dipping sheets of the clear glass, into vats that contained a chemical composition that produced the anti-reflective properties. The size of the anti-reflective glass was limited by the size of the vats.
However, because the anti-reflective properties of Pilkington OptiView Glass are added during Pilkington's pyrolytic (also known as "online") manufacturing process of float glass, there is greater size flexibility.
"Typical anti-reflective glass applications include museum and retail display cases," Weidner said. "With Pilkington's proprietary process, the potential for anti-reflective glass is expanded to include retail store fronts, showrooms, and a host of applications where anti-reflective glass was never an option."
What is OptiView Glass?
Pilkington OptiView Glass is made by combining two proprietary pyrolytic surfaces into a single, clear PVB-laminated glass plate. Standard Pilkington OptiView Glass thickness includes ¼” (6mm) and ½” (12mm). Other thicknesses and laminated glass combinations are available.
The result is a fabricated glass that combines the strength, security and sound reduction of laminated glass with the low reflectivity of a high-end specialty glass product.
Other features of Pilkington OptiView Glass include:
* Transmits more than 90 percent visible light.
* Blocks more than 99 percent of UV transmittance.
* Durable pyrolytic surface, bendable and temperable.
Pilkington OptiView Glass is available throughout North America and the world through Pilkington Building Products North America from select glass fabricators.
Early Applications
Already, Pilkington sales personnel and fabricator partners have Pilkington OptiView Glass in the bidding stage of more than a half-dozen U.S. projects.
While there are a number of potential Pilkington OptiView Glass projects in the works, one project already underway is in London. Falcon Wharf, along the River Thames, is a 17-floor, 124-apartment and restaurant complex using Pilkington OptiView Glass in an exterior glass wall application. Glazing is scheduled to be completed during summer 2005.
Pilkington, with its North America headquarters in Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A., is a leading international producer of float glass for residential, architectural, furniture, mirror and specialty applications. Pilkington also supplies aftermarket and original equipment glass to car manufacturers and auto repair shops around the world.
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Acnodes Introduces New Sun Compatible 1U Rackmount Monitor Keyboard Drawer
17/19-inch 1U Rackmount Monitor Keyboard Drawer - LCD monitor supporting resolutions 1280x1024 and 1152x900, 101-keys keyboard with built-in Sun keys and 3-buttons track ball. Available for 8/16 port USB KVM switch.
(PRWEB) May 18, 2005 -- Walnut, CA based Acnodes Corp. today introduced a new line of 1U rackmountable drawers with monitor, keyboard and pointer designed to be compatible with Sun computers.
The keyboards have Sun layouts, including special Sun keys, and feature 3-button trackballs and 10-key keypads. The LCD screens run at the Sun standard resolution of 1152 x 900.
The units are available with 17 or 19-inch LCD screens and are available with 8 or 16-port USB KVM switches. The KVM units come with 6-foot-long cables that have a proprietary connector that plugs into the KVM switch and both VGA and USB connectors at the other end that go into the video adapter.
All units come with external AC power adapters.
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About Acnodes:
As a quality provider of industrial computing solutions, Acnodes serves various industries in industrial control, automation, and military. Acnodes manufactures and delivers various products as rack-mount LCD monitors, monitor keyboard drawers, panel PC, or other data storage devices. Acnodes works only with well-known suppliers and validates its rigorous manufacturing process for quality and performance.
Company Information:
Name: Acnodes Corporation
Address: 20947 Currier Road Unit H
City: Walnut
State: CA
ZIP: 91789
Country: USA
Phone: 909-598-7388
http://www.acnodes.com
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Digital Control Systems Launches the New Model 90 PID Controller
The newest PID controller from Digital Control Systems. An ideal control for OEM Equipment Manufacturers servicing the global marketplace. The Model works from 80 - 280 VAC without modification, and can accept multiple inputs, including RTD probes, and thermocouples.
(PRWEB) May 18, 2005 -- Ideal for Equipment Manufacturers the Digital Control Systems, Inc. Model 90 PID Controller is the latest evolution in the Multistat series of temperature controls. Designed for the global equipment market, the Model 90 PID Controller can operate from direct or alternating current power mains from 80 to 280 volts, so it can be used anywhere in the world without modification or adjustment. “We developed the Model 90 in response to our customers who sell to the international market and who had to juggle the logistics involved with the various voltage requirements around the world -- in addition to flexible load and voltage requirements, the Model 90 is robust and reliable,” said Mike Mueller, President and founder of Digital Control Systems, Inc.
This single-channel PID controller will accurately control single electrical loads of up to 15 Amps. All of the Model 90 control electronics and the user interface are built on a compact (13.5 x 6 cm) circuit board for easy mounting and integration into medical, laboratory, and industrial equipment. Large bright LED digits make the display easy to read from across the room.
Recognizing the considerable safety benefits to be gained from reducing high voltage wiring, Digital Control Systems, Inc, designed the Model 90 to feature a second smaller power module that can be located near the output. This eliminates the need to run high current wiring to the front control panel. As an additional benefit, this power module is connected to the main circuit board with a low voltage cable. A second power module can also be added to control an auxiliary load.
The Model 90 offers more options than similar controls in the Multistat™ family of temperature controls. The extensive options available for the Model 90 make it easy for equipment manufacturers to differentiate similar products. Options such as an audible alarm, two pole alarm relay, RS-232, or a timer can be added individually based on application requirements. The optional RS-232 interface feature enables remote operation and data logging. “Rather than bundle all of the available features, we prefer to offer our customers options on a one by one basis, this way they aren’t paying for features they aren’t going to use”, adds Mike Mueller.
The Model 90 temperature controller works with a variety of inputs. For direct temperature control the Model 90 can be used with economical IC sensors (for operation below 100 °C), RTDs, or type ‘J’ and ‘K’ thermocouples. A direct voltage (5 volts Max) input configuration is also available for control of parameters measured by external sensors such as humidity or CO2.
Digital Control Systems Inc. is based in Portland, Oregon and has been designing and manufacturing a wide array of temperature controllers, motor speed controls, CO2 Sensors and Custom Products since 1984. The DCS family of products includes, the AirSense CO2 Monitor, Laboratory CO2 Sensor solutions, the Servomax DC Motor Speed Control, and the Multistat line of Temperature Control products. Technical information and brochures for the Model 90 and all of the Digital Control Systems products can be accessed online at www.dcs-inc.net.
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May 17, 2005
Symmetricom Announces Time and Frequency Generator for Defense Department Global Positioning System (GPS) at AFCEA’s TechNet
XLi SAASM, combining high performance and extensive functionality, has also been granted approval by GPS Joint Program Office (JPO) for meeting latest security requirements.
San Jose, Calif. (PRWEB via Overdrive) May 17, 2005 –- Symmetricom (NASDAQ:SYMM), a leading worldwide supplier of network synchronization and timing solutions and atomic clocks, today announced a new Time and Frequency Generator that meets the Global Positioning System (GPS) security requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). The new XLi SAASM Time and Frequency Generator is an ultra precision instrument with a secure, Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) based GPS receiver. SAASM is the security architecture selected by the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) to provide the next generation security functions for GPS authorized military users. The XLi SAASM will be showcased at AFCEA’s TechNet International 2005, May 17-19, 2005, at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Booth #426.
The XLi SAASM has also been granted security approval by the GPS Joint Program Office (JPO) which confirms the product meets the latest security requirements of the DOD. JPO has the overall responsibility for controlling the development, production, sale and distribution of GPS SAASM security devices. JPO security approval is required prior to sale and use of the XLi SAASM by authorized customers.
“Symmetricom has been the premier provider of secure GPS based time and frequency solutions since launching the Mark V™ P(Y) Code Time and Frequency Receiver in 1996,” commented Ron Holm, product manager for Symmetricom. “Now, with the new XLi SAASM’s modern platform, extensive functionality and high value, we expect Symmetricom will continue as the premier time and frequency solution provider for mission critical applications such as synchronization and encryption of military communication networks.”
The XLi-SAASM is based on Symmetricom’s XLi Time & Frequency System, the most precise, versatile and flexible solution for timing and synchronization requirements introduced in 2002. The XLi SAASM is available in three configurations and provides a number of high performance features, including: 1) plug and play architecture, 2) redundant time sources, including dual SAASM GPS receivers, 3) network based remote management, 4) field upgradeable software, 5) redundant power supplies and 6) a wide variety of high performance hardware and software options such as the N.1 Frequency Synthesizer to drive communication system encryptors.
Taking into account the Joint Chiefs of Staff mandate that all procurement of non-SAASM GPS user equipment by the US military will be disallowed effective October 2006, unless waivered, the XLi SAASM provides the highest immunity to jamming plus multiple options that enable military users to tailor their systems to support nearly every possible output/input needed for time and frequency applications.
Availability
The XLi SAASM Time and Frequency Generator will be available in July 2005. For more detailed information and to get price quotation, please click here.
About Symmetricom, Inc.
As a worldwide leader in precise time and frequency products and services, Symmetricom provides “Perfect Timing” to customers around the world, including communications service providers, network equipment manufacturers, U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), aerospace contractors, enterprises, governments and research facilities. Since 1985, the company’s timing, frequency and synchronization solutions have helped define the world’s standards, delivering precision, reliability and efficiency to wireless and wireline networks, instrumentation and testing applications and network time management. Deployed in more than 90 countries, products include atomic clocks, cesium and rubidium standards, VME, crystal oscillators, PCI cards, Global Positioning System (GPS) solutions for instrumentation applications, as well as network time servers for Network Time Protocol (NTP) synchronization and time synchronization solutions. Symmetricom is based in San Jose, Calif., with offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.symmetricom.com.
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NovAtel Inc. GPS Receivers Deployed in China Port Container Terminals
NovAtel Inc. (NASDAQ: NGPS), a precise positioning technology company, announced today that its dealer, Beijing BDStar Navigation Co. Ltd., Beijing, China, completed deployment of NovAtel GPS-based systems for the Tianjin port Container Terminals (TCT), as per the terms of a contract awarded to BDStar in July 2004.
Calgary, Alberta (PRWEB) May 17, 2005 -- NovAtel Inc. (NASDAQ: NGPS), a precise positioning technology company, announced today that its dealer, Beijing BDStar Navigation Co. Ltd., Beijing, China, completed deployment of NovAtel GPS-based systems for the Tianjin port Container Terminals (TCT), as per the terms of a contract awarded to BDStar in July 2004. NovAtel executives were on hand to present the Company’s leading edge technology at the commissioning ceremony for TCT held last month. BDStar is also in initial deployment for a number of other port authorities in China, including ShenZhen and Hong Kong.
“This new contract, along with an additional contract to install receivers on port-specific heavy machinery, such as Rubber Tire Gantries (RTG’s) manufactured in China, builds on the number of customers worldwide using NovAtel for this demanding application. We believe our success rates in these ports will continue to expand our opportunities with other Port Authorities in China,” said Graham Purves, NovAtel’s VP Sales.
“Port LBS (Location Based Service) business is a strategic focus for BDStar. We have integrated BDStar’s customized software services with NovAtel’s accurate and reliable GPS technology to create a strong product offering for this market. Add this to our increased efforts and resources directed towards the development of business in this application sector, and we believe we are poised to become a market leader,” said Ruxin Zhou, BDStar’s President.
Under the TCT contract, NovAtel supplied ProPak-G2 dual frequency GPS receivers integrated with BDStar’s custom Geographic Information System (GIS) database software. These receivers are key in the efficient management and operation of automated container placement. GPS allows for the automation of the pick-up, transfer and placement process by tracking containers from port entry to exit. Utilizing patented Pulse Aperture Correlator (PAC) positioning technology, NovAtel’s ProPak receivers are used to locate containers and place them into planned positions before the next scheduled departure. With millions of container shipments being placed in port terminals annually, GPS technology can greatly reduce the number of lost or misdirected containers, improving safety of life conditions and reducing operating costs.
“We implemented BDStar’s 3C2S (3C:Computer, Communication and Control; 2S:GPS and GIS) system three months ago and have already seen direct benefits to our business,” said LingSen Xue, TCT’s General Manager. “We have documented a 4-8% decrease in costs and a 5-10% increase in efficiency.”
NovAtel’s ProPak-G2 with PAC technology significantly reduces the effects of multipath – the last significant remaining error factor in precise positioning. Multiple models are available to meet a variety of positioning requirements, including single and dual frequency, and optional support for Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) corrections from WAAS and EGNOS systems.
About NovAtel Inc.
NovAtel designs, markets and sells high-precision GPS and other positioning components and sub-systems used in a wide variety of commercial applications principally in the aviation, geomatics (surveying and mapping), mining, precision agriculture, marine and defence industries. NovAtel’s solutions combine hardware, such as receivers and antennas, with software to enable its customers to fully integrate the Company’s high-precision GPS technology into their respective products and systems. The Company is focused on supplying core high-precision positioning technology to OEMs and system integrators who build systems for various end market applications. For more information, visit www.novatel.com">www.novatel.com.
Certain statements in this news release, including those about the Company’s future partnership with BDStar, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts but rather on management’s current expectations regarding NovAtel’s future business prospects and opportunities. Wherever possible, words such as ‘‘anticipate’’, ‘‘believe’’, ‘‘expect’’, ‘‘may’’, ‘‘could’’, ‘‘will’’, ‘‘potential’’, ‘‘intend’’, ‘‘estimate’’, ‘‘should’’, ‘‘plan’’, ‘‘predict’’ or the negative or other variations of these words, or simila