Press release from Business Wire India
Source: SingaporeSetup.com
Thursday, March 31, 2011 10:00 AM IST (04:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Information technology; Technology
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SingaporeStartup.com: Singapore Reinventing itself as an Entrepreneurial Hub
Singapore is set to emerge as Asia's entrepreneurial hub owing to its vibrant enterprise eco-system
Singapore, Thursday, March 31, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- A leading Singapore business information portal, www.SingaporeStartup.com predicts that Singapore will emerge as Asia's entrepreneurial hub in the near future. Analysis by SingaporeStartup.com shows that a number of economic indicators are pointing towards Singapore's strong position to emerge as a key entrepreneurial hub in the region.
Singapore took the 15th spot in the recently released Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index (GEDI), which ranked 71 of the most important countries globally. Singapore is well ahead of its closest counterparts in the region with South Korea at the 20th spot and Hong Kong at 23rd. Interestingly, Singapore surpassed some of the most technologically advanced countries such as Germany, France and Italy that rank 16, 18 and 27 respectively. GEDI focused on the level of innovation and the growth the enterprises generated while evaluating the level of entrepreneurship in the countries it reviewed. Singapore scored particularly well in areas such as entrepreneurial aspirations, entrepreneurial activity, and entrepreneurial ambitions in taking businesses global, growing businesses, new technology adaptation, and new product introduction.
According to SingaporeStartup.com, Singapore offers the best enterprise ecosystem for budding entrepreneurs to start their businesses and grow globally. The government has introduced timely measures such as cutting red-tape, easing the Singapore limited liability company formation process, lowering corporate taxes in Singapore, improving access to financing, building a strong intellectual property regime, providing excellent infrastructure, and encouraging more research, innovation and enterprise activities.
It is easy to setup a company in Singapore and a well prepared team can almost immediately commence business. The infrastructure, Internet penetration and tele-density are so pervasive in the local market, that many technological innovations launched in Singapore find an immediate market. Various financing schemes such as the Business Angel Funds, the SPRING Start-up Enterprise Development Scheme (SPRING Seeds), Technology Enterprise Commercialisation Scheme (TECS) and the Young Entrepreneurs Scheme for Start-ups (YES! Start-ups) also encourage budding entrepreneurs to kick start their business ventures. Entrepreneurs shape a country's economic future and Singapore's educational institutions are working towards cultivating an entrepreneurial culture among the young. Singapore's three major universities strengthened their innovation eco-system on campus by setting up entrepreneurship education programmes.
SingaporeStartup.com's analysis of recent Singapore company registration statistics also points towards the country's potential to grow into an entrepreneurial hub. The shareholding structure of companies incorporated during January-February 2011 reveals that 66% of the newly formed companies had 100% local shareholding. This is strong evidence to show that local entrepreneurship is on the rise in Singapore.
Commenting on Singapore's pro-entrepreneurial climate, Mr. Darren Leow, senior editorial team member at SingaporeStartup.com said, "The economic prosperity of a nation is inextricably linked to knowledge-based activity. This is the one of the main reasons why Singapore actively promotes the development of innovative and technology driven companies and entrepreneurs. Buoyed by the pro-business environment and the immense market potential, many entrepreneurs with strong business instincts find Singapore an ideal launch pad to kick start their business operations and make forays into the region."
SingaporeStartup.com is a leading information portal with comprehensive and up-to-date information about setting up an offshore company in Singapore and doing business in the city-state.
CONTACT DETAILS
Carolyn Zheng, SingaporeSetup.com, +6567265000, info@singaporestartup.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TECHNOLOGY
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
BWI: BEE Launches Endorsement Labels for Notebooks, Laptops
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:51 AM IST (06:21 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Chemicals, Energy companies, Financial Analyst, Healthcare, biotechnology & pharmaceutical, Heavy industries, Information technology, Major diversified industrial groups, Telecommunications; Technology
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BEE Launches Endorsement Labels for Notebooks, Laptops
BEE STAR label is at par with the ENERGY STAR version 5.2 of the US EPA
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) today launched a Voluntary Endorsement Label - BEE STAR Ver 1-- for notebook computers/laptops, which will indicate that the product is among the most energy efficient models available in the Indian market. The label provides an endorsement indicating that a product meets specified criteria of energy efficiency. The purpose of endorsement labeling is to indicate clearly to the consumer that the labeled product saves energy compared to other similar products in the category.
The "BEE STAR Ver 1" label is similar to the "ENERGY STAR" label, which is an international standard for endorsement of energy efficient products. It was first created as a US government program during the early 1990s, since then Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan and the European Union have also adopted the program. Devices carrying the Energy Star label, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, buildings and other products, generally use 20%-30% less energy than required by federal standards.
Speaking on the program, Dr Ajay Mathur, Director General of BEE, said, "The BEE STAR endorsement labelling reflects BEE's commitment to recognize most efficient products available in the Indian market. The BEE STAR label is at par with the ENERGY STAR version 5.2 specifications for computers of US EPA. This assumes great significance because the Indian laptop computer market is growing at a very fast rate to match the rise in India's urban population. We sincerely thank MAIT for joining us to kick start this initiative and appeal to the ICT industry to help BEE make this endorsement program a success across India."
The importance of endorsement labeling can be recognized from the fact that India's urban population is expected to grow about 473 million in 2021 and 820 million by 2051, compared to 285 million in 2001. This shift in population will subsequently increase the penetration of home appliances and equipments. The overall computer market in India is about 10 million which includes both Desktop and Laptop computers. The share of laptop computers in the year 2010 was approximately 34 per cent and rest 66 per cent is the desktop market. The laptop computer market is growing at a very fast rate. The projection for 2011 is 42 per cent laptops and 58 per cent desktops. Total projected combined sales of desktop and laptop computers for year 2011 would be around 12 million. This endorsement program should help save energy from notebook computers. The desktop computers would be added to the programme in due course.
For initial six months from date of the launch of the program, manufacturers can affix the BEE Star label either on the carton box or within product as pre loaded software or on the products itself. After six months, it would be compulsory for manufacturers to put the label both on carton and on products (in software or affixed on the machine).
BEE initiated the Standards and Labeling (S&L) program in India in May 2006 on voluntary basis and the program currently covers the following equipments/appliances under its purview: Frost Free (No-Frost) refrigerators, Tubular Fluorescent Lamps, Room Air Conditioners, Direct Cool Refrigerators, Distribution Transformers, Induction Motors, Pump Sets, Ceiling Fans, LPG stoves, Electric Geysers, Color Televisions and Washing Machines. Since January 2010, the S&L program for Frost Free Refrigerators, Room Air Conditioners, Tubular Fluorescent Lamps and Distribution Transformers has been made mandatory.
The energy efficiency labeling and standards setting program under the BEE is intended to reduce the energy consumption of appliance without diminishing the services it provides to consumers. The scheme aims at providing information on energy performance of appliances based on the standards issued by BEE so that the consumers can make informed decisions while purchasing appliances.
In addition to the objective of informed choices to consumers, this program leads to huge energy savings and thereby the cost savings, reduces capital investment in energy supply infrastructure, enhances the product quality, strengthens the competitive markets, builds position for domestic industries to compete in such markets where norms for energy efficiency are mandatory, removes indirect barriers to trade, reduces carbon emission and helps meet climate change goals.
Some of the key stakeholders of BEE standards and labeling program for computers are Manufacturers' Association for Information Technology (MAIT), consumer organization Voice, Bureau of India Standards (BIS), independent testing laboratories such as Electronics Regional Test Laboratory (ERTL), Intertek, Underwriters Laboratories and international organizations CLASP and ICF among others.
CONTACT DETAILS
Saurabh Bhatnagar, The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), +91 (11) 26179699, sbhatnagar@beenet.in
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, ENERGY, Financial Analyst, HEALTHCARE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, IT, GROUPS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:51 AM IST (06:21 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Chemicals, Energy companies, Financial Analyst, Healthcare, biotechnology & pharmaceutical, Heavy industries, Information technology, Major diversified industrial groups, Telecommunications; Technology
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BEE Launches Endorsement Labels for Notebooks, Laptops
BEE STAR label is at par with the ENERGY STAR version 5.2 of the US EPA
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) today launched a Voluntary Endorsement Label - BEE STAR Ver 1-- for notebook computers/laptops, which will indicate that the product is among the most energy efficient models available in the Indian market. The label provides an endorsement indicating that a product meets specified criteria of energy efficiency. The purpose of endorsement labeling is to indicate clearly to the consumer that the labeled product saves energy compared to other similar products in the category.
The "BEE STAR Ver 1" label is similar to the "ENERGY STAR" label, which is an international standard for endorsement of energy efficient products. It was first created as a US government program during the early 1990s, since then Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan and the European Union have also adopted the program. Devices carrying the Energy Star label, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, buildings and other products, generally use 20%-30% less energy than required by federal standards.
Speaking on the program, Dr Ajay Mathur, Director General of BEE, said, "The BEE STAR endorsement labelling reflects BEE's commitment to recognize most efficient products available in the Indian market. The BEE STAR label is at par with the ENERGY STAR version 5.2 specifications for computers of US EPA. This assumes great significance because the Indian laptop computer market is growing at a very fast rate to match the rise in India's urban population. We sincerely thank MAIT for joining us to kick start this initiative and appeal to the ICT industry to help BEE make this endorsement program a success across India."
The importance of endorsement labeling can be recognized from the fact that India's urban population is expected to grow about 473 million in 2021 and 820 million by 2051, compared to 285 million in 2001. This shift in population will subsequently increase the penetration of home appliances and equipments. The overall computer market in India is about 10 million which includes both Desktop and Laptop computers. The share of laptop computers in the year 2010 was approximately 34 per cent and rest 66 per cent is the desktop market. The laptop computer market is growing at a very fast rate. The projection for 2011 is 42 per cent laptops and 58 per cent desktops. Total projected combined sales of desktop and laptop computers for year 2011 would be around 12 million. This endorsement program should help save energy from notebook computers. The desktop computers would be added to the programme in due course.
For initial six months from date of the launch of the program, manufacturers can affix the BEE Star label either on the carton box or within product as pre loaded software or on the products itself. After six months, it would be compulsory for manufacturers to put the label both on carton and on products (in software or affixed on the machine).
BEE initiated the Standards and Labeling (S&L) program in India in May 2006 on voluntary basis and the program currently covers the following equipments/appliances under its purview: Frost Free (No-Frost) refrigerators, Tubular Fluorescent Lamps, Room Air Conditioners, Direct Cool Refrigerators, Distribution Transformers, Induction Motors, Pump Sets, Ceiling Fans, LPG stoves, Electric Geysers, Color Televisions and Washing Machines. Since January 2010, the S&L program for Frost Free Refrigerators, Room Air Conditioners, Tubular Fluorescent Lamps and Distribution Transformers has been made mandatory.
The energy efficiency labeling and standards setting program under the BEE is intended to reduce the energy consumption of appliance without diminishing the services it provides to consumers. The scheme aims at providing information on energy performance of appliances based on the standards issued by BEE so that the consumers can make informed decisions while purchasing appliances.
In addition to the objective of informed choices to consumers, this program leads to huge energy savings and thereby the cost savings, reduces capital investment in energy supply infrastructure, enhances the product quality, strengthens the competitive markets, builds position for domestic industries to compete in such markets where norms for energy efficiency are mandatory, removes indirect barriers to trade, reduces carbon emission and helps meet climate change goals.
Some of the key stakeholders of BEE standards and labeling program for computers are Manufacturers' Association for Information Technology (MAIT), consumer organization Voice, Bureau of India Standards (BIS), independent testing laboratories such as Electronics Regional Test Laboratory (ERTL), Intertek, Underwriters Laboratories and international organizations CLASP and ICF among others.
CONTACT DETAILS
Saurabh Bhatnagar, The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), +91 (11) 26179699, sbhatnagar@beenet.in
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, ENERGY, Financial Analyst, HEALTHCARE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, IT, GROUPS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Smart Numbers and Smart Dialling for Smart Phones
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Phonewords.co.za
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:02 AM IST (04:32 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Entertainment, People, Sports; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment, Retailers, Sports, Telecommunications; Technology
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Smart Numbers and Smart Dialling for Smart Phones
Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- In a world first for cellular, a brand new concept for smart phones, smart business people and smart marketers/brand builders was launched in South Africa and the UK last week, and is now been extended to India.
A smart number is a "phoneword". A phoneword can be phoned but it is much more than just an ordinary telephone number.
A phoneword is a 'smart' telephone number that is easy to remember, personalised and it enhances any "brand". It works exactly like a normal telephone number, instead of dialling the 3 just dial the 'f' (only once), instead of the 8 just dial the 't' (only once) etc, etc. The listener/reader only needs to remember one word and not 10/11 numbers in sequence.
Technology on smart phone has NOW made it easy and sexy to dial a phoneword instead of just an ordinary phone number.
Using a keypad on a smart phone to call a "phoneword", for example 77worldcup, type in 77, press and hold down the "alt" key while typing in the word "worldcup". Press the dial button and the phone automatically dials 7796753287. The smart phone will also save and display the number as 77worldcup and not as a pure number. On other phones, dialling a phoneword works the same as typing a sms, the only difference is that one only type the "f", the "h" or the "k" etc. etc, only once.
Phone words have been around in the US for the past 40 years, in Australia for 11 years, and more recently in South Africa (although 99% in the form of toll-free and share-call landline numbers). This model of communication though is immobile and archaic for many individuals and small businesses that are on the go.
This necessitated cellular phone words.
In the era of smartphones, it has become standard practice for people to receive their emails and countless other information feeds via applications on their phone. Why then should a personalised number (smart number) have to go to a land / fixed line when it can go to cellular?
Yes, you read right! Your cellphone number can spell the name of your business, business concept, first name or the name of your favourite sports team such as 7 Bollywood (7 265599663), 9 Tendulkar (9 836385527) or 777 Roobina (777 7662462). Personalised cellular numbers are a reality. This will start a trade in cell numbers as people search for a specific number that spells their name, business etc. etc. In the era of smart phones, the ultimate accessory is a personalised/catchy/smart number.
Which cellular company in the world/India will be the first to embrace the new sexy way to phone a cellular number by means of a phoneword? Which cellular company will be the first to start trading in 'smart' numbers and allow their "users" to sell their numbers to someone else?
Examples of phone words are;
777 Roobina 9 Tendulkar 89 Adishree 7 Bangalore
777 7662462 9 836385527 89 23474733 7 226425673
987 Kashmir 77 Shahrukh 7 Bollywood 9 Himalayas
987 5274647 77 74247854 7 265599663 9 446252927
Phonewords.uk.com features many more interesting cellular numbers, for example 0780Chelsea, 0755Arsenal, 0777England, 0765Plumber, 078Carports etc. for the UK market.
In a world first, the concept of Phonewords is making the jump from toll-free/landline numbers to cellular and a few millionaires will be created instantly by the trading of their cellphone numbers to someone that wants their specific number for business or personal use!
Who in India owns one of the 30 cell phone numbers which spells the phone word, World Cup? Who in India will be an instant Rupee millionaire by selling his cellphone number to a fanatical cricket fan?
The cell phone word 07 World Cup (079 675 3287) is currently on sale in South Africa for about 2 million Rupees. Who could be one of people in India who will "win the lottery without even entering" by owning the cellphone number/s that spells World Cup, Tendulkar or Cricket?
This necessitated cellular phone words
The value of the South African cell phone number 07 World Cup has been determined by its scarcity. It is the only number out of 100 million cell phone numbers in South Africa that can spell this word.
India have 3 billion possible cellphone numbers (being a high population country), this will enable many more people than anywhere else in the world to benefit from selling their cellphone number.
There are 30 phone numbers in India that spells the phone word World Cup (71 96753287, 72 96753287, 85 96753287etc.)
Popular cell phone words belonging to individuals are the equivalent of an 'UNCLAIMED LOTTO TICKET' in their hands, creating the potential to enable a wealth transfer of 15 billion Rupees to the poor worldwide, especially in countries such as South Africa, India the rest of Africa. (Refer to the article on Wealth Transfer on how this figure is arrived at.)
Imagine the positive impact a personalised cell phone number can have on a business, read more , and someone's social life, read more ?
One of South Africa's four major banks, Nedbank, has just changed their main contact number countrywide to 0860 Nedbank! Now imagine the benefit of having this 'easy to remember' advantage on the go! Research indicates that phone words are 14 times easier to remember than any normal number. While driving, watching television, listening to the radio or browsing the web, we are overwhelmed with information. What stands out from the clutter is that which can be easily processed and remembered.
CONTACT DETAILS
Francois Nortje, Phonewords.co.za, +27 73 726 2647
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENTERTAINMENT, PEOPLE, SPORTS, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, RETAIL, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Phonewords.co.za
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:02 AM IST (04:32 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Entertainment, People, Sports; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment, Retailers, Sports, Telecommunications; Technology
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Smart Numbers and Smart Dialling for Smart Phones
Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- In a world first for cellular, a brand new concept for smart phones, smart business people and smart marketers/brand builders was launched in South Africa and the UK last week, and is now been extended to India.
A smart number is a "phoneword". A phoneword can be phoned but it is much more than just an ordinary telephone number.
A phoneword is a 'smart' telephone number that is easy to remember, personalised and it enhances any "brand". It works exactly like a normal telephone number, instead of dialling the 3 just dial the 'f' (only once), instead of the 8 just dial the 't' (only once) etc, etc. The listener/reader only needs to remember one word and not 10/11 numbers in sequence.
Technology on smart phone has NOW made it easy and sexy to dial a phoneword instead of just an ordinary phone number.
Using a keypad on a smart phone to call a "phoneword", for example 77worldcup, type in 77, press and hold down the "alt" key while typing in the word "worldcup". Press the dial button and the phone automatically dials 7796753287. The smart phone will also save and display the number as 77worldcup and not as a pure number. On other phones, dialling a phoneword works the same as typing a sms, the only difference is that one only type the "f", the "h" or the "k" etc. etc, only once.
Phone words have been around in the US for the past 40 years, in Australia for 11 years, and more recently in South Africa (although 99% in the form of toll-free and share-call landline numbers). This model of communication though is immobile and archaic for many individuals and small businesses that are on the go.
This necessitated cellular phone words.
In the era of smartphones, it has become standard practice for people to receive their emails and countless other information feeds via applications on their phone. Why then should a personalised number (smart number) have to go to a land / fixed line when it can go to cellular?
Yes, you read right! Your cellphone number can spell the name of your business, business concept, first name or the name of your favourite sports team such as 7 Bollywood (7 265599663), 9 Tendulkar (9 836385527) or 777 Roobina (777 7662462). Personalised cellular numbers are a reality. This will start a trade in cell numbers as people search for a specific number that spells their name, business etc. etc. In the era of smart phones, the ultimate accessory is a personalised/catchy/smart number.
Which cellular company in the world/India will be the first to embrace the new sexy way to phone a cellular number by means of a phoneword? Which cellular company will be the first to start trading in 'smart' numbers and allow their "users" to sell their numbers to someone else?
Examples of phone words are;
777 Roobina 9 Tendulkar 89 Adishree 7 Bangalore
777 7662462 9 836385527 89 23474733 7 226425673
987 Kashmir 77 Shahrukh 7 Bollywood 9 Himalayas
987 5274647 77 74247854 7 265599663 9 446252927
Phonewords.uk.com features many more interesting cellular numbers, for example 0780Chelsea, 0755Arsenal, 0777England, 0765Plumber, 078Carports etc. for the UK market.
In a world first, the concept of Phonewords is making the jump from toll-free/landline numbers to cellular and a few millionaires will be created instantly by the trading of their cellphone numbers to someone that wants their specific number for business or personal use!
Who in India owns one of the 30 cell phone numbers which spells the phone word, World Cup? Who in India will be an instant Rupee millionaire by selling his cellphone number to a fanatical cricket fan?
The cell phone word 07 World Cup (079 675 3287) is currently on sale in South Africa for about 2 million Rupees. Who could be one of people in India who will "win the lottery without even entering" by owning the cellphone number/s that spells World Cup, Tendulkar or Cricket?
This necessitated cellular phone words
The value of the South African cell phone number 07 World Cup has been determined by its scarcity. It is the only number out of 100 million cell phone numbers in South Africa that can spell this word.
India have 3 billion possible cellphone numbers (being a high population country), this will enable many more people than anywhere else in the world to benefit from selling their cellphone number.
There are 30 phone numbers in India that spells the phone word World Cup (71 96753287, 72 96753287, 85 96753287etc.)
Popular cell phone words belonging to individuals are the equivalent of an 'UNCLAIMED LOTTO TICKET' in their hands, creating the potential to enable a wealth transfer of 15 billion Rupees to the poor worldwide, especially in countries such as South Africa, India the rest of Africa. (Refer to the article on Wealth Transfer on how this figure is arrived at.)
Imagine the positive impact a personalised cell phone number can have on a business, read more , and someone's social life, read more ?
One of South Africa's four major banks, Nedbank, has just changed their main contact number countrywide to 0860 Nedbank! Now imagine the benefit of having this 'easy to remember' advantage on the go! Research indicates that phone words are 14 times easier to remember than any normal number. While driving, watching television, listening to the radio or browsing the web, we are overwhelmed with information. What stands out from the clutter is that which can be easily processed and remembered.
CONTACT DETAILS
Francois Nortje, Phonewords.co.za, +27 73 726 2647
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENTERTAINMENT, PEOPLE, SPORTS, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, RETAIL, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Multispectral Imaging with Ocean Thin Films SpectroCam
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Ocean Thin Films
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:00 AM IST (05:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: People; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Chemicals; Technology; Healthcare
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Multispectral Imaging with Ocean Thin Films SpectroCam
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- For real-time imaging of organic and inorganic chemicals, Ocean Thin Films' (OTF) new SpectroCamT provides a high-quality platform that simplifies the design process for researchers and engineers, reducing time-to-market.
Photo: http://halmapr.com/OTF/Spectrocam.jpg
SpectroCam utilizes a single wideband CCD, capable of measurements covering the spectrum from UV through Near Infrared (NIR) wavelengths. Using a discrete set of application-specific wavelengths, the SpectroCam creates high-resolution images. This targeted spectral approach produces visual data that can be customized for a variety of applications in military, agricultural, medical and industrial markets.
OTF's SpectroCam is available in a Development Kit that includes a set of filters covering the most commonly used wavelengths, for R&D teams needing a quick turnkey solution in proof-of-concept studies. Filters and sensors can also be customized to conform to specific needs and the cameras are easily re-configured for OEM applications. A proprietary design enables a quick delivery time, while providing a system that suits specific application needs. The SpectroCam offers a cost-effective and versatile solution for any multispectral imaging and sensing project.
About Ocean This Films
Ocean Thin Films designs and produces precision optical coatings, components and assemblies that enable a wide variety of products and custom applications. Leveraging comprehensive know-how in thin film coating development, the company provides expert design assistance for collaborative custom-engineered solutions, from rapid prototyping through high-volume contract manufacturing. Ocean Thin Films is a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c.
About Halma
Halma p.l.c. (www.halma.com) is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. A public company listed on the London Stock Exchange, it has 3,600 employees in 36 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as manufacturing, electronics, energy, the environment, construction, transport and health.
For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News Feed please visit our blog at: http://halmapr.com/news/india/.
CONTACT DETAILS
Bhushan Dhakras, Halma Trading and Services India Pvt. Ltd., +91 (22) 67080400/ +91 9930021866, bhushan.dhakras@oceanthinfilms.com
Santosh Sen, Halma India, +91 (22) 67080400, santosh.sen@halma.com
Damian Corbet, Halma PR Services, +44 (0)1494 789152, dcorbet@halmapr.com
KEYWORDS
PEOPLE, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, TECHNOLOGY, HEALTHCARE
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Source: Ocean Thin Films
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:00 AM IST (05:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: People; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Chemicals; Technology; Healthcare
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Multispectral Imaging with Ocean Thin Films SpectroCam
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- For real-time imaging of organic and inorganic chemicals, Ocean Thin Films' (OTF) new SpectroCamT provides a high-quality platform that simplifies the design process for researchers and engineers, reducing time-to-market.
Photo: http://halmapr.com/OTF/Spectrocam.jpg
SpectroCam utilizes a single wideband CCD, capable of measurements covering the spectrum from UV through Near Infrared (NIR) wavelengths. Using a discrete set of application-specific wavelengths, the SpectroCam creates high-resolution images. This targeted spectral approach produces visual data that can be customized for a variety of applications in military, agricultural, medical and industrial markets.
OTF's SpectroCam is available in a Development Kit that includes a set of filters covering the most commonly used wavelengths, for R&D teams needing a quick turnkey solution in proof-of-concept studies. Filters and sensors can also be customized to conform to specific needs and the cameras are easily re-configured for OEM applications. A proprietary design enables a quick delivery time, while providing a system that suits specific application needs. The SpectroCam offers a cost-effective and versatile solution for any multispectral imaging and sensing project.
About Ocean This Films
Ocean Thin Films designs and produces precision optical coatings, components and assemblies that enable a wide variety of products and custom applications. Leveraging comprehensive know-how in thin film coating development, the company provides expert design assistance for collaborative custom-engineered solutions, from rapid prototyping through high-volume contract manufacturing. Ocean Thin Films is a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c.
About Halma
Halma p.l.c. (www.halma.com) is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. A public company listed on the London Stock Exchange, it has 3,600 employees in 36 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as manufacturing, electronics, energy, the environment, construction, transport and health.
For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News Feed please visit our blog at: http://halmapr.com/news/india/.
CONTACT DETAILS
Bhushan Dhakras, Halma Trading and Services India Pvt. Ltd., +91 (22) 67080400/ +91 9930021866, bhushan.dhakras@oceanthinfilms.com
Santosh Sen, Halma India, +91 (22) 67080400, santosh.sen@halma.com
Damian Corbet, Halma PR Services, +44 (0)1494 789152, dcorbet@halmapr.com
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BWI: Crowcon’s Xgard IR Gas detector now Approved to latest amendment of Marine Equipment Directive
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Crowcon
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:01 AM IST (04:31 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Environment; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Chemicals, Energy companies, Water; Technology; Healthcare
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Crowcon's Xgard IR Gas detector now Approved to latest amendment of Marine Equipment Directive
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- Crowcon's Xgard IR infrared (IR) gas detector is now approved to the latest amendment of the Marine Equipment Directive (MED, 96/98/EC). This means the low cost detector can be used to detect flammable gases and vapour hazards on tankers, drilling ships, FPSOs, dive vessels, coastguard vessels, ferries and other marine vessels.
Applications for the Xgard IR include pump rooms and monitoring leaks in storage tanks, pipes and valves. It provides fast early warning of gas accumulations before concentrations reach flammable levels. Detection is in the range 0 - 100% LEL.
Unlike conventional sensors (such as catalytic pellistors) the Xgard IR's sensor is immune to being poisoned or inhibited by other substances. Infrared sensing has other benefits too: unlike pellistors, IR sensors will fail to safety, detect flammable gas in inert backgrounds and are not damaged by high gas concentrations.
The Xgard IR is available with a 316 stainless steel enclosure for maximum corrosion resistance in the most extreme marine environments. The sensor, which has a life expectancy of over 5 years, is a simple plug-in module that makes replacement quick and easy. ATEX, IECEx and UL approved for use in hazardous areas, the Xgard IR is also Exd flameproof rated.
The standard junction box is designed for both wall and ceiling mounting, and four cable gland options ensure compatibility on any site. The detector takes a range of accessories for harsh or wet conditions and for remote sampling.
About Crowcon:
Crowcon (www.crowcon.com), a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c. (www.halma.com), is a world leader in portable and fixed gas detection instruments. The company is represented in India by Crowcon's Joint Venture partner Detection Instruments Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai (www.detection-india.com).
Crowcon is based in the UK and has branch offices in the Netherlands, the USA, Singapore and China. It specialises in developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative, reliable and cost-effective flammable and toxic gas detection equipment and has constantly led the field with products designed for safety and environmental monitoring. The company's products are sold throughout the world, serving oil, gas and petrochemical companies, public utilities, food and beverage facilities, clean water and sewage treatment companies, fire brigades, construction companies and other organisations where accidental leakage of gas or vapour can become a toxic or explosive danger.
About Halma:
Halma is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. It is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange and has over 4000 employees in over 40 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as energy, manufacturing, healthcare, water and waste treatment, construction and transport. Halma has a hub office in Mumbai.
For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News Feed please visit our blog at: http://halmapr.com/news/india/. You can also visit Crowcon's own blog at http://halmapr.com/news/crowcon/.
Photo: http://www.halmapr.com/crowcon/Xgard_LNG tanker.jpg
CONTACT DETAILS
Kishore Degwekar, Managing Director, Detection Instruments Pvt. Ltd., +91 (22) 27617663 / 64 / 65 / 66, general@detection-india.com / sales@detection-india.com
Santosh Sen, Halma India, +91 (22) 67080400, santosh.sen@halma.com
Damian Corbet, Halma PR Services, +44 (0)1494 789152, dcorbet@halmapr.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENVIRONMENT, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, ENERGY, WATER, TECHNOLOGY, HEALTHCARE
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Source: Crowcon
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:01 AM IST (04:31 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Environment; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Chemicals, Energy companies, Water; Technology; Healthcare
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Crowcon's Xgard IR Gas detector now Approved to latest amendment of Marine Equipment Directive
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- Crowcon's Xgard IR infrared (IR) gas detector is now approved to the latest amendment of the Marine Equipment Directive (MED, 96/98/EC). This means the low cost detector can be used to detect flammable gases and vapour hazards on tankers, drilling ships, FPSOs, dive vessels, coastguard vessels, ferries and other marine vessels.
Applications for the Xgard IR include pump rooms and monitoring leaks in storage tanks, pipes and valves. It provides fast early warning of gas accumulations before concentrations reach flammable levels. Detection is in the range 0 - 100% LEL.
Unlike conventional sensors (such as catalytic pellistors) the Xgard IR's sensor is immune to being poisoned or inhibited by other substances. Infrared sensing has other benefits too: unlike pellistors, IR sensors will fail to safety, detect flammable gas in inert backgrounds and are not damaged by high gas concentrations.
The Xgard IR is available with a 316 stainless steel enclosure for maximum corrosion resistance in the most extreme marine environments. The sensor, which has a life expectancy of over 5 years, is a simple plug-in module that makes replacement quick and easy. ATEX, IECEx and UL approved for use in hazardous areas, the Xgard IR is also Exd flameproof rated.
The standard junction box is designed for both wall and ceiling mounting, and four cable gland options ensure compatibility on any site. The detector takes a range of accessories for harsh or wet conditions and for remote sampling.
About Crowcon:
Crowcon (www.crowcon.com), a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c. (www.halma.com), is a world leader in portable and fixed gas detection instruments. The company is represented in India by Crowcon's Joint Venture partner Detection Instruments Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai (www.detection-india.com).
Crowcon is based in the UK and has branch offices in the Netherlands, the USA, Singapore and China. It specialises in developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative, reliable and cost-effective flammable and toxic gas detection equipment and has constantly led the field with products designed for safety and environmental monitoring. The company's products are sold throughout the world, serving oil, gas and petrochemical companies, public utilities, food and beverage facilities, clean water and sewage treatment companies, fire brigades, construction companies and other organisations where accidental leakage of gas or vapour can become a toxic or explosive danger.
About Halma:
Halma is an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology. It is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange and has over 4000 employees in over 40 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as energy, manufacturing, healthcare, water and waste treatment, construction and transport. Halma has a hub office in Mumbai.
For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News Feed please visit our blog at: http://halmapr.com/news/india/. You can also visit Crowcon's own blog at http://halmapr.com/news/crowcon/.
Photo: http://www.halmapr.com/crowcon/Xgard_LNG tanker.jpg
CONTACT DETAILS
Kishore Degwekar, Managing Director, Detection Instruments Pvt. Ltd., +91 (22) 27617663 / 64 / 65 / 66, general@detection-india.com / sales@detection-india.com
Santosh Sen, Halma India, +91 (22) 67080400, santosh.sen@halma.com
Damian Corbet, Halma PR Services, +44 (0)1494 789152, dcorbet@halmapr.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENVIRONMENT, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, ENERGY, WATER, TECHNOLOGY, HEALTHCARE
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