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OpsLab Awarded TACFI Contract from U.S. Air Force to Accelerate Development of Automated Squadron Operations Software

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OpsLab announced today that it has been awarded a Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) contract from AFWERX, the innovation arm of the United States Air Force (USAF). Under the terms of the contract, OpsLab will continue to develop their innovative squadron operations software – SkySchedule – to improve operational readiness across the Air Force.

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  • Under the terms of the contract, OpsLab will continue to develop their innovative squadron operations software – SkySchedule – to improve operational readiness across the Air Force.
  • OpsLab's software eliminates the guesswork from squadron operations by automatically generating forward-looking flight schedules, instantly adapting to disruptions, predicting critical resource deficits, and streamlining logistics.
  • Under the TACFI agreement, OpsLab will enhance current capabilities by developing new dashboards to inform go-no-go decisions and enhance combat mission readiness.
  • OpsLab solutions are in active implementation across numerous USAF installations, including Shaw Air Force Base, Sheppard Air Force Base, Luke Air Force Base, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Minot Air Force Base, and Aviano Air Base.

MediGroup Physician Services announces agreement to bring unique CerroZone® air purification technology to its members.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MediGroup, a leading healthcare group purchasing organization, will now offer CerroZone's state-of-the-art air purification devices to its more than 25,000 members. The patented, FDA-approved CerroZone system safely harnesses powerful oxidation technology to kill 99.99% of viruses, bacteria, mold and other airborne pathogens. It also eliminates odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as ammonia and formaldehyde.

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  • MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MediGroup, a leading healthcare group purchasing organization, will now offer CerroZone's state-of-the-art air purification devices to its more than 25,000 members.
  • The patented, FDA-approved CerroZone system safely harnesses powerful oxidation technology to kill 99.99% of viruses, bacteria, mold and other airborne pathogens.
  • "CerroZone is proud to partner with MediGroup Physician Services to bring our proven technology to its members.
  • "CerroZone is proud to partner with MediGroup Physician Services to bring our proven technology to its members.

2024 'State of the Air' Report Reveals Most 'Hazardous' Air Quality Days in 25 Years

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

CHICAGO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Lung Association's new "State of the Air" report reveals that spikes in deadly particle pollution are the most severe they've been in the history of the report. According to the new report, people in the U.S. experienced the most days with "very unhealthy" and "hazardous" air quality due to particle pollution in 25 years. In total, the report finds that 131 million people (39%) are living in areas with unhealthy levels of air pollution.

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  • According to the new report, people in the U.S. experienced the most days with "very unhealthy" and "hazardous" air quality due to particle pollution in 25 years.
  • In total, the report finds that 131 million people (39%) are living in areas with unhealthy levels of air pollution.
  • This year's report includes the most recent quality-assured air quality data from 2020-2022 and is updated to reflect the new annual particle pollution standard that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized in February 2024.
  • "We have seen impressive progress in cleaning up air pollution over the last 25 years, thanks in large part to the Clean Air Act.

Standard Motor Products Introduces 268 New Numbers

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) has announced the introduction of 268 new part numbers in its April new number announcement. This most recent release provides new coverage in 75 distinct product categories and 80 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.

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  • NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) has announced the introduction of 268 new part numbers in its April new number announcement.
  • This most recent release provides new coverage in 75 distinct product categories and 80 part numbers for 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.
  • Advanced Driver Assistance Systems are becoming increasingly complex, and Standard's high-tech coverage grows to meet demand in these important categories.
  • Thirteen Park Assist Sensors have been added, offering new coverage for import vehicles including the 2023-20 Toyota Camry and 2022-20 Nissan Rogue.

Very Technology to Showcase How IoT, AI and Automation are Reshaping the Manufacturing Industry at Automate 2024

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Very helps enterprises including SUN Automation , Koller , Fortifyit and many others bring industrial digitization to their new and traditional business with custom hardware, edge and cloud computing, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence.

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  • Very helps enterprises including SUN Automation , Koller , Fortifyit and many others bring industrial digitization to their new and traditional business with custom hardware, edge and cloud computing, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence.
  • Taking place on the Automate Innovation Stage, the session will include a special focus on the real world applications of ChatGPT/LLM (Large Language Models) within the realm of automation and how to rapidly deploy these technologies.
  • "Automate 2024 provides an incredible opportunity for us to showcase how IoT can truly transform industries," said Prosser.
  • "Our commitment to delivering tangible results for our clients, coupled with our deep understanding of IoT, empowers businesses to thrive in an increasingly connected world."

SciTec Awarded Contract for Cloud Based Command & Control Tracker Fusion

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of the Air Force's Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (DAF PEO C3BM) awarded SciTec a task order for Cloud Based Command & Control (CBC2) Tracker Fusion under the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) indefinite quantity indefinite delivery (IDIQ) contract.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of the Air Force's Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (DAF PEO C3BM) awarded SciTec a task order for Cloud Based Command & Control (CBC2) Tracker Fusion under the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) indefinite quantity indefinite delivery (IDIQ) contract.
  • The 3.5-year effort develops and integrates advanced multi-source data fusion capabilities as part of the Air Force's ABMS CBC2 program.
  • The work enables tactical command and control within a modernized, scalable, and resilient cloud enterprise.
  • The CBC2 Tracker Fusion product leverages SciTec's powerful cloud-native data fusion framework and automated Agile DevSecOps infrastructure.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges Steven Hofmann as a Top Pinnacle Professional

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Monday, April 22, 2024

TITUSVILLE, Fla., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Steven Hofmann is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for being a Renowned Expert in Weapons Systems, Cybersecurity Assessment, and Aviation.

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  • TITUSVILLE, Fla., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Steven Hofmann is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for being a Renowned Expert in Weapons Systems, Cybersecurity Assessment, and Aviation.
  • Following this illustrious military service, Mr. Hofmann continued to excel in similar activities at MITRE Corporation where he worked from 2000 to 2004.
  • He spent an additional 5 years of military service, made possible only through Presidential recall orders, after 9-11.
  • Today, Mr. Hofmann continues his dedicated service to the government and the aviation industry as a contractor through CCxH LLC.

Monster Energy's Kokomo Murase Wins Awards for Women's Best Style and Best Rider Overall at Rip Off Session Snowboard Competition Hosted by Sven Thorgren in Sweden

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Monday, April 22, 2024

KLÄPPEN, Sweden, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --

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  • Monster Energy congratulates team rider Kokomo Murase on earning awards for Women's Best Style and Best Rider Overall in the invitational Rip Off Session snowboard competition at Kläppen Snowpark in Sweden hosted by Monster Energy rider Sven Thorgren.
  • Thorgren Wins Highest Air Contest, Patrick Hofmann Takes First Place in Men's Best Style
    Ending the snowboard season with a grassroots event!
  • Monster Energy congratulates team rider Kokomo Murase on earning awards for Women's Best Style and Best Rider Overall in the invitational Rip Off Session snowboard competition at Kläppen Snowpark in Sweden hosted by Monster Energy rider Sven Thorgren .
  • Murase, 19, from Gifu, Japan, earned awards worth 50,000 Swedish Krona (Best Rider) and 25,000 Swedish Krona (Best Style) in prize money.

The 2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring: The Longest-Range EV Gets Even Better

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The 2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring features:

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  • The 2024 Lucid Air Grand Touring features:
    Range to Spare, Even in Cold Air: EPA electric range test procedures recently became more challenging, but the 2024 Air Grand Touring still delivers, with an EPA-estimated range of 516 milesii – the longest range of any EV in the U.S. market today.
  • The comprehensive 2024 Lucid Air model range consists of:
    The 2024 Lucid Air Pure, the starting point for the Air line, extraordinary value starting at $69,900.iii The unsurpassed leader in sustainability, Air Pure drives farther using less energy than any vehicle on the market today as measured by miles/kWh.
  • The 2024 Lucid Air Touring, the heart of the Lucid Air line with the perfect balance of range, performance, and space for people and cargo.
  • Air Grand Touring offers 819 horsepower and is priced from $109,900.iii
    The 2024 Lucid Air Sapphire is Lucid's acclaimed supersports sedan.

CROWN ROYAL JOINS 2X ACM ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE KANE BROWN AS THE OFFICIAL WHISKY OF THE 'IN THE AIR' TOUR

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

NEW YORK, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the warmer months, Crown Royal has partnered with award-winning, multi-platinum country music artist, Kane Brown, as the official whisky of Brown's In The Air Tour. The brand is joining the current ACM Entertainer of the Year Nominee across the country as part of this exclusive sponsorship, bringing its award-winning whisky and Purple Bag Project to several tour stops. Not only will Brown and Crown Royal be serving up delicious cocktails, but together have officially announced the "That Deserves a Crown with Kane Brown" contest. † The brand is inviting country music and whisky fans 21+ to nominate a veteran for a chance to win the ultimate concert experience at Brown's final tour stop in Arlington, Texas on September 14, 2024. This once-in a lifetime opportunity will be a celebration of country music and the true heroes of America who deserve a Crown – military veterans. Visit SummerSessions.CrownRoyal.com through August 15, 2024, for details and official contest rules. For every valid nomination, Crown Royal will donate $1 to the nonprofit organization, CreatiVets, to support their mission to help wounded veterans heal through music and the arts. ‡

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  • Not only will Brown and Crown Royal be serving up delicious cocktails, but together have officially announced the "That Deserves a Crown with Kane Brown" contest.
  • From Crown Royal's partnership with the CMA Awards and its presence at the iconic RodeoHouston to collaborations with country music's biggest rising stars, like Kane Brown .
  • Brown and Crown Royal partnered in 2020 to remix his number one single "Homesick" alongside veteran singer-songwriters, the single was designed to give back to veterans.
  • This past weekend, Crown Royal and Brown kicked off the "That Deserves a Crown with Kane Brown" contest with a celebration in Chicago, IL.