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DUBLIN, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “Materials & Tools for Developing POC & Rapid Dx 2023” conference has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Welcome to the Materials & Tools for Point-of-Care & Rapid Diagnostics Development 2023 Conference to be held in-person on-site…
While fires in electric cars are relatively rare compared to fires in internal combustion engine vehicles, the causes and risk factors differ due to the presence of high voltage batteries and electrical systems. Manufacturing defects can lead to damage or an internal short circuit, which can lead to overheating and eventually fire. Extreme temperatures and excessive heat also affect battery performance and stability, which can cause a fire.
If a fire starts: extinguishing it yourself
If a fire breaks out, a quick and adequate response is a must. If the situation allows it, an attempt should first be made to isolate the fire and prevent it from spreading.
Then specialized crew members must try to fight the fire with the available extinguishing agents. Note that extinguishing a fire in an electric car requires specific precautions due to the presence of high voltage batteries and electrical components. Traditional fire extinguishing agents, such as water or foam, can be dangerous because they can cause electrical conductivity. Instead, an extinguishing agent specifically designed for extinguishing fires in electrical equipment must be used, such as a class D extinguishing agent, metal fire extinguisher or powder-based extinguishing agent.
The appropriate extinguishing agent must be aimed at the seat of the fire while the extinguisher itself maintains a safe distance. The extinguishing agent must not be aimed directly at the battery to avoid possible damage to the battery housing, explosions and toxic fumes.
Electrical fires can reignite, so it’s important to keep a close eye on the cars and the area to make sure they don’t re-ignite.
Specialized help
If the crew is unable to extinguish a ship’s fire using electric cars as cargo itself, good coordination with the professional emergency services, such as the fire brigade and the coastguard, is important. These services have the appropriate equipment and training to deal with such complex situations. For example, it is important to provide information to the emergency services as soon as possible about the charge of electric cars and the type of batteries on board. This can help them develop a firefighting strategy.
When the fire is extinguished
After the fire has been extinguished, the batteries must cool down properly to reduce the risk of thermal runaway (rapid deterioration of the battery condition). Specialized extinguishing agents, such as special lithium-ion battery fire-fighting foam, can be used for this. In addition, emergency services and crew must keep a safe distance due to the risk of explosions and toxic fumes and measures must be taken to prevent, for example, flammable liquids from electric vehicles from polluting the water and the environment.
Measures and training
As made clear above, a number of things are absolutely necessary when a high-risk cargo is transported:
Maritime safety training for electric car transport is essential to prepare crew members for potential emergency and fire hazards associated with this particular type of cargo. Such training includes basic knowledge of electric cars and batteries, training in the safe use of extinguishing agents and techniques and effective fire fighting, and training in effective communication.
It is also important to follow refresher training and courses so that the crew remains abreast of the latest developments and safety procedures. Never attempt to extinguish a fire in an electric vehicle without proper firefighting training or proper equipment.
Because, most importantly, crew safety is always the top priority.
“Unfortunately, we still see all too often that employees are insufficiently aware of the risks involved in the transport of a certain load,” says Michel Hogervorst, director of FMTC. “One must be alert to the dangers and be able to intervene immediately and effectively. This is therefore an important part of our training.”
About FMTC
FMTC is the safety training center for offshore training, wind training, maritime training and industry training. Our starting point is to increase safety in your workplace in a smart and sustainable way with respect for people and for the environment. FMTC has training locations near the airport of Schiphol and in Dordrecht, and several international locations, including Houma (United States) and the newly opened locations in Dunkirk, Marseille (France) and Dammam (Saudi Arabia).
See also https://fmtcsafety.com.
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Michel Hogervorst, FMTC, 31 63 17 46 586, [email protected], https://fmtcsafety.com
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100% of Profits from Shimmer by Cindy, Shimmer for the Cure MBC Collection to be Donated to METAvivor for MBC Research
CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Shimmer by Cindy, the jewelry brand known for its unique signature and charitable collections including “Timeless” and” Shimmer for the Cure”, today launches a new Shimmer for the Cure – MBC Collection with 100% of proceeds going to METAvivor, a non-profit raising awareness and support for stage 4, metastatic breast cancer (MBC).
The jewelry pieces included are a variety of different rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings set in brass with rhodium plating embellished with teal, pink, and green cubic zirconia which make up the tri-color metastatic breast cancer (MBC) ribbon. Cindy Hock-Lauwers’, CEO and Designer of Shimmer by Cindy, was inspired to create this collection in memory of her dear friend, Nola Addante, who passed away from MBC in 2022. Liz Ferenciak, Addante’s daughter and the face of this collection, sparked this partnership by introducing Shimmer by Cindy and METAvivor.
This collection launches leading up to October, which is acknowledged as Breast Cancer Awareness month. The partnership also complements the #LightUpMBC Campaign for National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day on October 13 where over 200 landmarks across all 50 states will “light up” displaying the three colors of the MBC ribbon.
The full Shimmer for the Cure – MBC collection is available for purchase on the [Shimmer By Cindy Website.
About Shimmer by Cindy: Founded in 2006, Shimmer by Cindy is a jewelry brand featuring signature and charitable collections with a unique mix of faceted stones set in bright metals illuminating timeless designs. The brand focuses on creating pieces that are not only fashionable but can bring meaning to a person’s life. For more information, please visit [http://www.shimmerbycindy.com or follow on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @ShimmerbyCindy.
About METAvivor: METAvivor Research and Support is dedicated to the specific fight of men and women living with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. METAvivor is a 501c3 non-profit organization that exclusively funds Stage 4 MBC research to transition the disease from terminal to survivable with a good quality of life for MBC patients. METAvivor puts 100% of donations toward Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer research. For more information, please visit https:/http://www.metavivor.org or follow on Facebook and Instagram @METAvivor.
About #LightUpMBC:
#LightUpMBC Live, a virtual event, will begin at 8:30 pm ET/5:30 pm PT on October 13. The event will include inspiring MBC stories from illuminated landmarks around the country. Viewers can live stream the event through YouTube or Facebook Live @METAvivor and http://www.METAvivor.org. To view a complete list of participating landmarks and for more information, please visit http://www.Metavivor.org/LightUpMBC. To donate, please visit Donate.Metavivor.org/LightUpMBC
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Sonya Negley, METAvivor Research and Support, Inc, 8188601226, [email protected]g, https:/www.metavivor.org
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Airline partners with DonorsChoose.Org to help fund local classroom projects in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, Phoenix, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and across Hawaii. CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — As millions of students get ready to head back to school,…
The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location and other criteria, are available at http://www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, Aug. 23.
“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000 – with the fast growth that it requires – is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”
In addition to being ranked No. 10 in the U.S., Sonoran Roots achieved the No. 1 ranking for all companies in Arizona, as well as the No. 1 ranking for all companies in the Health Products category. “The growth we have experienced is a testament to the commitment our entire team, from ownership to entry level staff, has shown to making Sonoran Roots a best-in-class company in the cannabis industry,” said O’Brien. “We are excited for what’s to come in 2024, and are excited that we are able to represent the Arizona cannabis and business community.”
About Sonoran Roots
Sonoran Roots is a vertically integrated, craft cannabis company headquartered in Tempe, Ariz. As an independent and locally-owned company founded by Arizona natives, Sonoran Roots maintains a focus on producing high quality, clean, and compliant cannabis products to its customers.
The company owns and operates three Arizona cultivation facilities in Mesa and Tempe, a state-of-the-art extraction lab in Tempe, and retail dispensaries in Glendale and Florence, with the Chandler location opening September 2023. The company’s family of brands is well known in the Arizona cannabis market, and includes:
For more information, please visit us on Instagram @dayofthedabs_az, @canamocbd, @pondyaz, and @sonoran.roots, or visit http://www.sonoranroots.com.
More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000
Methodology
Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.
About Inc.
Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com.
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Alison Walsh, Serendipit Consulting, 6027410866, [email protected], www.serendipitconsulting.com
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Families in the Acworth, Georgia, area trust Dental Care Acworth for superior, individualized attention to receive the highest level of oral care possible.
ACWORTH, Ga., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Dental Care Acworth is a modern, state-of-the-art clinic that provides a warm environment for patients to receive the ultimate in dental care to repair, restore or maintain their smiles. The clinic is pleased to announce its partnership with iCreditWorks, a leading provider of flexible dental financing solutions. This collaboration allows Dental Care Acworth to offer a variety of financing options to its patients, ensuring that everyone can receive dental care without financial constraints. Recognizing the importance of oral health and the rising costs of dental treatments, Dental Care Acworth aims to provide affordable options that meet the diverse needs of individuals and families. With the new partnership, patients can now choose from a range of convenient financing plans, making quality dental care accessible to all residents of Acworth and the surrounding area. The dental team understands that treatments can be expensive, and they want to ensure that cost is never a barrier to patients receiving the care they need. The collaboration with iCreditWorks allows Dental Care Acworth to offer tailored financing solutions that fit the budget of each individual. The iCreditWorks platform brings extensive experience in providing patient financing for dental and medical procedures. Through their user-friendly online platform, patients can apply for financing quickly and easily, while receiving instant credit decisions.
LISLE, Ill., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Hubly Surgical announced today the results from the first peer-reviewed study comparing the safety and efficacy of their recently FDA-cleared portable cranial access drill with Smart Auto-Stop to a well-established, non-portable neurosurgical…
With the enhanced online shop capabilities, customers can easily browse, select, and order products with just a few clicks, making their shopping experience seamless and efficient. The redesign highlights Nanocrine’s cutting-edge products and applications, including Surface Chemistry Biochips, Contact Guidance Biochips, and ECM Functionalized Surfaces, and Gold-Coated Glass, all designed to revolutionize cell culture studies.
The company utilizes techniques from the semiconductor industry and physical chemistry disciplines to create surfaces that provide a new benchmark in reproducibility and standardization of starting points for cell-based assays. Key features of the new website include: Comprehensive Product Information; Application Notes; and a knowledge hub with informative articles, whitepapers, and educational content to support researchers in their scientific endeavors.
Kathie Callahan Brady, FITCI CEO and Nanocrine advisor, says “This company is on a steep trajectory. Their cell culture solutions are poised to transform the future of research, and this new interface removes a critical barrier to fostering scientific innovation in the field.”
“Our products are meticulously designed to meet the diverse needs of researchers,” says Calhoun, “and this upgrade underscores our commitment to moving cellular research forward.”
About Nanocrine: Nanocrine creates cutting-edge cell culture solutions that make the process for studying living cells more efficient, empowering researchers and scientists to accelerate their discoveries. For more information, visit https://www.nanocrine.com.
About the Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc.: Nonprofit FITCI fosters entrepreneurial activity in Frederick, Maryland’s science and technology industries. Its purpose is to enable the richly diverse field of emerging entrepreneurs; encourage innovation; and accelerate the development of commercially viable businesses that create a healthy economy by providing equitable access to coaching, connections, and capital resources within a cooperative environment.
Media Contact
Patrick Calhoun, President and Chief Science Officer, Nanocrine, 850-502-1255, [email protected], https://www.nanocrine.com
Kathie Callahan Brady, CEO, FITCI, 301-694-2999, [email protected], www.fitci.org
SOURCE Nanocrine
Dr. Murthy’s public advisory underscores the grave health implications of social isolation, linking it to increased risks of heart disease, stroke, anxiety, depression, dementia, and even susceptibility to viral and respiratory illnesses. Notably, he highlights that frequent phone use during face-to-face interactions erodes conversation quality and diminishes in-person enjoyment.
Supported by major industry leaders, including Hy-Vee supermarkets, Acosta Group, FMI: The Food Industry Association, and the Association of Retail and Consumer Professionals, Food Not Phones is spearheaded by Phil Lempert and the SupermarketGuru team. It encourages individuals, families, and organizations to embrace the joy of mealtimes and the enriching conversations that they facilitate.
Phil Lempert said in a statement, “We believe in the potential of mealtimes to rekindle meaningful relationships and inspire genuine interactions. Through this initiative, we aim to reshape the narrative around food and technology, helping us recognize the value of shared moments over screens.”
“More than 35 years of research and thousands of studies from around the globe document that family meals (no matter how you define “family”) are advantageous for both physical and mental health. Beyond these benefits, it has been shown time and again that family meals improve family functioning – family connectedness, communication, expressiveness, and problem-solving,” added David Fikes, Executive Director of the FMI Foundation and Creators and Stewards of The Family Meals Movement.
“ARC embraces the Food Not Phones movement wholeheartedly! We are excited to inspire a positive shift towards a more present and engaged dining experience for everyone we serve. By putting down our phones and engaging in face-to-face conversations, we not only savor the flavors of our meals but also the special moments that truly matter – the joy of shared experiences, the warmth of laughter, and the magic revealed at the dinner table.” Emily Callahan, President of the Association of Retail and Consumer Professionals added.
As part of the initiative’s commitment to raising awareness, Food Not Phones invites everyone to participate in designated events throughout the year, starting with the inaugural National Food Not Phones Day on September 19, 2023. This day, dedicated to celebrating the art of conversation and the joy of communal dining, will be a rallying point for individuals to share their mealtime stories using the hashtag #FoodNotPhones on social media.
Furthermore, Food Not Phones aligns itself with the Family Meals Initiative by FMI: The Food Industry Association, further solidifying its commitment to strengthening relationships through the simple act of sharing meals throughout the entire year.
Join #Food Not Phones in combating loneliness and isolation one meal at a time. Together, we can build a world where mealtimes are cherished opportunities to connect, share, and rekindle our most authentic selves.
For more information about #Food Not Phones, its mission, and upcoming events, please visit www.foodnotphones.com and follow us on Facebook and on Instagram.
About Food Not Phones:
Food Not Phones is a transformative initiative designed to rejuvenate human connections through shared mealtimes. Inspired by the insights of US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, the movement encourages individuals to put down their digital devices during meals, enabling them to experience the joy of uninterrupted interactions. Supported by industry leaders, Food Not Phones aims to spread awareness about the profound impact of shared meals on combating loneliness and fostering community. Join us in celebrating National Food Not Phones Day on September 19, 2023, and other significant meal occasions throughout the year.
Phil Lempert, Known as The SupermarketGuru® is one of America’s leading consumer trend-watchers and analysts and is a mainstay on television, radio and in print. For twenty plus years Phil served as food trends editor and correspondent for NBC News’ Today show, and makes regular appearances on The View, FOX Business, Dr. Oz, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, and on news programs throughout the country. Phil is the founder and editor of The Lempert Report and SupermarketGuru.com and the founder of the Retail Dietitians Business Alliance which was acquired by the Association for Retail and Consumer Professionals in 2022. He is the author of five books including Being the Shopper and Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. His next book which will be published by John Wiley & Son: Disrupting the Food Business: Silicon Valley Culture and the Food Business is due in 2024. He is also a columnist for Forbes.com.
Established in 1996, the FMI Foundation seeks to ensure continued quality and efficiency in the food retailing system and is operated for charitable, educational and scientific purposes. To help support the role of food retailing, the FMI Foundation focuses on research, education, and resources in the area of health and well-being, which embraces food safety, nutrition and social responsibility concerns. For information regarding the FMI foundation, visit www.fmifoundation.org. #familymealsmonth; #familymealsmovement
Acosta Group is a collective of the most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies empowering brands and retailers to win in the modern marketplace. By delivering transformative, commerce-focused solutions and more than 95 years of expertise, Acosta Group connects the company’s partners with people at every point in the consumer journey. Comprised of Acosta, CORE Foodservice, Mosaic, Premium Retail Services and ActionLink, Acosta Group understands and anticipates evolving consumer needs, fueling accelerated performance to connect tomorrow’s commerce today. For more information, please visit Acosta Group on LinkedIn and at www.acosta.group.
The Association of Retail and Consumer Professionals (ARC) is the master association and parent company for the Category Management Association (CMA), the Shopper Insights Management Association (SIMA), the Space Planning Community (SPACE), and the Retail Dietitians Business Alliance (RDBA). ARC is the overarching body for all new charters, communities, and associations. ARC’s mission is to build professional communities that foster excellence and growth across the retail and consumer industries.
Media Contact
Phil Lempert, SupermarketGuru.com, 1 3108712285, [email protected], www.foodnotphones.com
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Consistently recognized by both Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing privately-held companies in the U.S. and Staffing Industry Analyst (SIA) as one of the “Best Staffing Firms to Work For,” OneStaff walks that line between the “flexible start up” mentality and still offering the great office environment perks of some larger corporate “best places to work.” That private-ownership allows OneStaff the freedom to be nimble, in the best interest of their travelers and internal employees, while their size allows them the stability, facility partnerships and volume of assignments that the “big guys” have.
The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.
“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”
“Being honored as one of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the U.S. for the 10th year in a row, is an honor that we’re extremely grateful for,” said COO Jason Avenell. “Our growth trajectory (528%) in the last few years has been challenging, in a good way. It’s a testimony to what can happen when you surround yourself with great talent, hard work, and inspiration to keep evolving.”
To learn more about how OneStaff is working to make the healthcare experience simple and efficient for travelers, visit us at onestaffmedical.com.
About OneStaff Medical:
Founded in 2010, OneStaff Medical is a proud independently-owned Traveling Healthcare Agency focused on placing RNs, LPNs, Allied and Eldercare travelers in assignments across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, NE, with additional offices now in both Miamisburg, OH and
Clearwater, FL, OneStaff thrives on a casual/ creative workplace culture that’s conducive to productivity and growth. We. Are. OneStaff.
Media Contact
Andrew Wettengel, OneStaff Medical, 1 (877) 783-1483, [email protected], https://www.onestaffmedical.com/
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