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Tigo Energy Wins Key Rulings in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Proceeding

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Data Management, Technology, Alternative Energy, Energy, Software, Hardware, IPR, Solar energy, Patent, Electronics, SMA Solar Technology, NEC, Controller, ROI, Safety, Intellectual property, Converter, Complaint, Investment, SMA, Tigo Energy, NFPA, PV, Power inverter, System, Standard, National Electrical Code, Renewable energy

(NASDAQ: TYGO), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy storage solutions, today announced that in a patent infringement case filed by Tigo against SMA Solar Technology America LLC, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has ruled in favor of Tigo on two petitions previously filed by SMA Solar.

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  • (NASDAQ: TYGO), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy storage solutions, today announced that in a patent infringement case filed by Tigo against SMA Solar Technology America LLC, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has ruled in favor of Tigo on two petitions previously filed by SMA Solar.
  • In the pending patent infringement lawsuit, Tigo alleges infringement by SMA Solar on Tigo innovations in power supplies for module-level power electronics (MLPE), including those used in the Tigo TS4 product line.
  • The decision follows a 2023 ruling in which the USPTO instituted IPR2023-00879 against a related Tigo patent, U.S. Patent No.
  • Tigo products, patents, and licensees related to rapid shutdown systems can be viewed at the Tigo Virtual Patent Marking for Rapid Shutdown Devices webpage .

DIALIGHT UNVEILS NEW BATTERY BACKUP MODEL OF ITS AWARD-WINNING INDUSTRIAL LED HIGH BAY

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Solid-state lighting, Lonelyland, Temperature, Steel, Vibration, LED, DIA, Sale, Nickel–metal hydride battery, Safety, NFPA, Longevity, National Fire Protection Association, Dust, Darkness, Metal, Electric battery

FARMINGDALE, N.J., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, today launched an all-new battery backup model of its iconic LED High Bay.

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  • FARMINGDALE, N.J., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, today launched an all-new battery backup model of its iconic LED High Bay.
  • "Since 2009 the Dialight High Bay has been the flagship of our Solid State Lighting division," said Dialight CEO Fariyal Khanbabi.
  • The new Dialight Battery Backup LED High Bays are compatible with advanced sensors and controls, including microwave occupancy sensors and Dialight IntelliLEDTM wireless controls.
  • The all-new Battery Backup LED High Bay is currently available for sale in North America.

Residential Fires Continue to Cause Injury and Endanger Lives

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Nitrogen, Electronics, Phosphorus, Safety, NFPA, Fire, Transport

CALIFON, N.J., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Phosphorus, Inorganic and Nitrogen Flame Retardants Association North America (pinfa-NA) announces a new series of short videos to inform the public of the role of flame retardant-containing materials used for fire safety in buildings, transportation, electrical and electronics. This animated video series, named LearnFRmaterials, addresses public safety, flame retardant technology and human & environmental health topics.

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  • This animated video series, named LearnFRmaterials, addresses public safety, flame retardant technology and human & environmental health topics.
  • One focus of pinfa-NA's educational campaign concerns residential fire protection.
  • According to a 2023 NFPA Research Report entitled Home Structure Fires concerning the 5-year span 2016-2020; "U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 343,100 home structure fires per year.
  • These fires caused an annual average of 2,610 civilian deaths, 11,090 civilian fire injuries and $7.6 billion in direct property damage.

National Fire Sprinkler Association Applauds New Jersey - Fire Sprinkler Requirement in Townhomes Will Save Lives

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Legislation, Policy, Senate, NFSA, NFPA, Chapter

Linthicum Heights, MD, Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fire Sprinkler Association applauds Governor Philip Murphy and all proactive policy makers and leaders who have worked to pass Senate Bill No.

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  • Linthicum Heights, MD, Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Fire Sprinkler Association applauds Governor Philip Murphy and all proactive policy makers and leaders who have worked to pass Senate Bill No.
  • The legislation requires newly constructed townhouses to be installed with automatic fire sprinkler systems.
  • “The national minimum building codes in our nation require fire sprinklers, and it’s encouraging to see states like New Jersey include this life-saving technology in townhomes.
  • The passage of this legislation reminds us that working together we can make a difference, and that lives will be saved by our efforts.

Olympic Steel Promotes Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President of Safety, Health and Environment

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Friday, January 19, 2024
Natural Resources, Manufacturing, Steel, Mining, Minerals, Machine Tools, Metalworking & Metallurgy, Culligan, Metals Service Center Institute, Learning, Certification, Whirlpool Corporation, ISO, Biology, McHenry County College, University, Health, ASSP, Society, OSHA, ZEUS, Welding, NFPA, USDOT, Olympic Steel, Robotics, General Electric, Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, Nursing

Olympic Steel Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a leading national metals service center, today announced the promotion of Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President – Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E).

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  • Olympic Steel Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a leading national metals service center, today announced the promotion of Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President – Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E).
  • Mr. Dominic joined the Company in 2018 as Director – Safety, Health and Environment to lead the organization’s SH&E efforts.
  • In total, he has more than 33 years of SH&E expertise from his time at Olympic Steel as well as experience at Whirlpool Corporation, General Electric and Culligan International.
  • In his new role, Mr. Dominic will continue to lead the safety programs and teams across all Olympic Steel locations.

Empower Your Team with Mastery's 2024 Arc Flash Safety Training

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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NOVI, Mich., Jan. 18th, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, "Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.

Key Points: 
  • Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, "Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.
  • NOVI, Mich., Jan. 18th, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, " Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers ," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.
  • As the NFPA 70E standard evolves every three years, this up-to-date course is crucial for maintaining the highest safety standards for electrical workers.
  • This course thoroughly covers the newly established methods for electrical safety compliance as outlined in the 2024 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E standard.

TX RX Systems, Inc. Debuts State-of-the-Art Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDAs) in Official Launch

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Monday, January 15, 2024
UHF, Secret, NFPA, Engineering, VHF, BDA

TX RX Systems BDAs, available now, deliver customized connectivity solutions tailored to each customer’s unique needs, accommodating diverse environments, technologies and budgets.

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  • TX RX Systems BDAs, available now, deliver customized connectivity solutions tailored to each customer’s unique needs, accommodating diverse environments, technologies and budgets.
  • "This BDA product launch is a pivotal moment for TX RX Systems and we are proud to return to what we do best," said Ken Pokigo, CTO, TX RX Systems.
  • All BDAs are optimized in TX RX Systems’ Angola, N.Y. facility.
  • TX RX Systems is paving the way for the future of connectivity.

TX RX Systems, Inc. Redefines Connectivity Standards with Class A and Class B 700/800 MHz Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDAs)

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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TX RX Systems introduces its Class A BDAs with increased signal quality, greater RF control and other customization features, including individual channel gain, and bandwidth options.

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  • TX RX Systems introduces its Class A BDAs with increased signal quality, greater RF control and other customization features, including individual channel gain, and bandwidth options.
  • While more costly than Class B BDAs, Class A devices are superior in performance.
  • In addition to its cutting-edge Class A BDAs, TX RX Systems provides cost-effective connectivity solutions through Class B BDAs without compromising quality or reliability.
  • For more details about Class A and Class B BDAs, contact Jay Slomba ( [email protected] | 716-217-3117).

KORE Power Kicks off 2024 With Launch of Two U.S.-Manufactured DC Blocks

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Technology, Other Energy, Engineering, Utilities, Other Technology, Alternative Energy, Manufacturing, Energy, Hardware, LFP, DC block, Kilowatt-hour, BESS, Multimedia, AC, NMC, S&P Global, Safety, HVAC, NFPA, UL, United, Cell, Growth

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240111150236/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240111150236/en/
    Rendering of KORE Powers new LFP DC Block.
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    “KORE Power’s DC Blocks will help our customers get projects grid-connected, on-time and on-budget, ensuring that safe, clean, reliable power is there when it’s needed,” said Lindsay Gorrill, Founder and CEO of KORE Power.
  • For customers in search of AC solutions, KORE’s DC Blocks can be easily upscaled for full turnkey AC solutions.
  • KORE’s DC Blocks are built upon the company’s global experience and are designed to be compatible with electric grids around the world.

In Honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions Offers Free Training

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Decontamination, PTSD, Health, Cancer, Mental health, Occupational cancer, Fire department, First, National Fire Protection Association, Safety, NFPA, RET, Vector, Firefighter, Education, Prevalence, Nursing

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Vector Solutions, the leading provider of training and compliance-based software solutions for public safety agencies, announced two of its most important National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) training courses will be complimentary during the month of January. In honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions is offering these courses free of charge for fire service members in an effort to help raise awareness about the critical health issues affecting our nation's firefighters. This is the fourth year in a row the company has offered this initiative.

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  • In honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions is offering these courses free of charge for fire service members in an effort to help raise awareness about the critical health issues affecting our nation's firefighters.
  • "I am proud to be part of the team at Vector Solutions helping support my brothers and sisters in the fire service," said Robbi King, a 27-year veteran firefighter, former Chief Officer, and now Solutions Engineer at Vector Solutions.
  • "By providing critical resources like these free training courses, we are helping make firefighting a safer job for all.
  • "The Firefighter Cancer Support Network is excited to continue working with Vector Solutions," said Lisa Raggio, Executive Director.