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Pullmaster® Introduces
New Free Fall Option for
M12 Winches to Serve
Pile Driving Market
Orbis Intelligent
Systems Signs
Distribution Agreement
The global frozen
vegetable market to
garner $38,845.7 million
by 2025, with CAGR of
with Wolseley Canada
54 58 5.0% in 2025 62
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Central Vacuum Systems
Innovative design for improved efficiency
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E D I T O R ‘ S N O T E
With the first COVID-19
vaccine recipients
already named for the
initial stages of deployment,
many industry organizations
are lobbying to get specific
workers in skilled trades
(including HVACR technicians)
on the list for the next
vaccine distribution. Leaders
of organizations believe
that technicians are just as
essential in the fight against
COVID-19. After all, they are
responsible for keeping homes
safe and warm now that the
winter season has begun.
They hop from building to the
next as they maintain, service,
repair, and replace necessary
equipment to have our HVAC
systems up and running for the
oncoming cold months. In the
process, it is not unlikely for
them to inadvertently spread
the virus, especially when they
come into contact with the
residents of said buildings.
While the workers do adhere
to the guidelines set by CDC
when it comes to PPEs, there
is always a risk of exposure
that cannot be overlooked,
particularly in smaller
residential units.
HVACR technicians are also in
demand now that the vaccine
distribution is underway.
These vials, which have to
be handled and stored at
specific temperatures, require
functional equipment and
in turn, technicians who will
see to it that these storage
and handling units are in top
shape.
HVAC Engineers
Vaccination
Given these demands, it is but necessary that HVACR
workers, along with heating fuel delivery drivers and plumbing
and utility service professionals, are vaccinated as soon as
possible. By having them vaccinated, they will be protected
from health threats while working in facilities for COVID-19
patients, all while preventing the spread of the virus.
To make this possible, a handful of industry leaders are
increasing their advocacy efforts to have these professionals
prioritized for Phase 1B of the vaccine distribution. They will
be working hand in hand with state and local units, who will
ultimately have the final say in the distribution plan.

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Emergency Response
Materials and Equipment
Sustainability in the Philippines
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Maintain HVAC Equipment with
Regular Servicing
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Ultra-Low Freezers Crucial ...
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Vaccinating the HVAC
Engineers
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Cost-Effective Solar Installation
from NuPON Technologies
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Pullmaster® Introduces New
Free Fall Option for M12 ...
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Orbis Intelligent Systems Signs
Distribution Agreement with
Wolseley Canada
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The global frozen vegetable
market to garner $38,845.7 ...
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Outlook on the Global RNA
Vaccine Patent Landscape
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Outlook on the Viral Antigens
Global Market to 2027
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Trust in COVID-19 Vaccine
Shifts 67%, Medisafe Reports
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FEATURE STORY
Emergency Response Materials
and Equipment Sustainability
in the Philippines
Natural and human-caused disasters happen all the time, mostly with little to no warning at all.
Admittedly, 2020 was a particularly stressful year with the Taal Volcano eruption, the rampage of
Typhoons Quinta, Rolly, and Ulysses and the COVID-19 pandemic. Brought by the extremes of
last year, there is a lot that 2020 has taught us, including emergency preparedness and response.
With this, it is only but
reasonable that we learn
how to be prepared for
uncertain times. This is
where CBK’s dynamic
and wide assortment
of products for disaster
preparation comes
into play, increasing
productivity and
providing a reliable
backup for any tough
situation.
Pelican RALS
A modern alternative
to generator-based
lighting, Pelican Remote
Area Lighting System
(RALS) features increased
performance and greater
flexibility with its remote
activation, low-heat
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signature, and elimination
of exhaust fumes, flammable
fuel, and trip hazards. It is a
complete lighting solution for
first responders and provides
safer working conditions and
emergency preparedness.
Pelican Protective Case
Pelican protective cases are
not only watertight and
crush-proof but also comes
in sizes of micro to x-large,
making sure you’ll find the
right fit. It has been a trusted
brand of military, fire, and
law enforcement officers for
the past 40 years. Proven to
withstand any tests, Pelican
protective case promises
to secure the transport
and storage of Personal
Protective Equipment and
disaster supplies anytime.
Pelican Flashlight
Mainly used for accessing
disoriented victims
in search and rescue
operations, Pelican’s
flashlights are also built as
distress signals, making
it a must-have in every
emergency preparedness
kit.
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lives
every day
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RIDGID Ladder
Fiberglass Step Ladders with
Protop
With an inside spreader and wide
back braces, RIDGID Fiberglass
Step Ladders with Protop is a great
addition for emergency responses
as they can provide extra heavy
load-bearing capacity up to 136 kg.
It also features double hinge, four
heavy legs support, anti-skid rubber
foot for safety and long service life,
and lightweight material for easy
handling.
Fiberglass Extension Ladders
The RIDGID Fiberglass Extension
Ladders are a great addition to your
emergency preparedness, especially
for immediate rescue of trapped
people. It has an extra heavy loadbearing
capacity of up to 136 kg.
Designed with D-shaped rungs
and direct connection to the rail,
these ladders provides comfort and
maximum stability when climbing.
Toho Lever Block and Chain
Block
Toho lever block and chain block
heavy duty offers real-time rescue
efforts as it can remove heavy
obstructions during the aftermath
of disasters. Drop-forged and comes
with expert heat-treated hooks, Toho
lever block is meant to be strong
and long-lasting. The same goes
for the chain block big body that
also features drop-forged hook and
special heat-treated spare parts.
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RIDGID Bolt Cutter
Cut through hard metal objects
in emergency situations with
RIDGID bolt cutter. These bolt
cutters not only comes with
hardened alloy steel jaws designed
to ensure the longest possible
blade life but also with a onestep
internal cam mechanism to
keep the cutting blades precisely
aligned. On top of these, RIDGID
bolt cutter has handles and grips
especially designed to allow greater
mechanical advantage for crisp,
controlled cutting.
Stanley Hand Tools
Hand tools are a need when
it comes to emergency
situations as they can
support your survival until
help arrives. As part of
your emergency disaster
kit, Stanley tools will give
you high performance,
longer unit life, less repair
and maintenance, and
convenience and comfort on
top of getting the job done
quickly.
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FEATURE STORY
Where to Buy?
Navigator Generator
Navigator Generators come in handy during an
emergency, especially when you need large electrical
loads for extended periods of time.
Disasters can happen at any time and place, and
while we cannot prevent it entirely, what we can
do is to prepare for it. After all, to be ready for any
disaster means to save lives and properties, too. CBK
Hardware puts safety as a topmost priority by being
prepared for the worst-case scenario brought by
natural disaster.
For 100 years, Co Ban Kiat Hardware
Inc. is the most trusted distributor of
home improvement and hardware items
in the Philippines.
Let’s shop wisely. #StayAtHome and
order online at your convenience. Visit
us in the following sites and enjoy deals,
discounts, and more!
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Co Ban Kiat
Hardware, Inc.
Ground Floor, Cobankiat
Building II, 231 Juan Luna St. Binondo
Manila, Philippines.
Phone +632 8243-1931
Phone +632 8243-5263
Phone +632 8894-6561
Email info@cobankiat.com.ph ;
ind@cobankiat.com.ph
Coby's Designer
Center
Unit 467 level 4
Shangri-La Plaza Edsa
Corner Shaw Boulevard
Mandaluyong City, Philippines
Phone +632 86364895
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About CBK
Hardware
For almost a hundred years, a
family’s surname has become
synonymous to the country’s
biggest hardware supply
company. Co Ban Kiat Hardware
Incorporated, of the Cobankiat
family has a regular client
network of more than 1,500
industrial organizations; 1,600
traditional community hardware
stores, and 584 home building
specialty chain of stores across
Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.
This ever-growing conglomerate
traces its humble roots to
Manila Chinatown, as a pioneer
enterprise started by family’s
patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat in
1920. Despite the ruins of World
War II, the business goes back
to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a
storefront from the very same
spot where it was known for
three decades.
This ever-growing conglomerate
traces its humble roots to
Manila Chinatown, as a pioneer
enterprise started by family’s
patriarch, Mr. Cobankiat in
1920. Despite the ruins of World
War II, the business goes back
to its feet in 1948, rebuilding a
storefront from the very same
spot where it was known for
three decades.
While the Filipinos continue to rebuild their lives post war, CBK
Hardware sees the opportunity to introduce the retail concept once
unheard for in hardware industry. Cobankiat Hardware brought the
first DIY business in the Asia. A do it on yourself concept that created
Cobankiat hardware in the Philippines. The Hardware Workshop
Store is the fruit if this endeavor. CBK Hardware further cemented
its legendary distribution channel with the creation of Coby’ Design
Center in Edsa Shangi La in 1996, a specialty store that caters to
discriminating taste of modern Filipinos.
In 1997, Mr. Johnny Cobankiat, the 4th generation Cobankiat leader,
set another milestone for the company when he brings a franchise of
Ace Hardware USA to the Philippines, and signs up CBK Hardware
as one of its major suppliers. This further expanded into delivering
quality world class products nearer to families of Filipino overseas
workers in the countryside.
A century’s excellence can quickly pass, and guided by the vision to
be the largest network supplier of the biggest global brands in the
hardware industry, CBK Hardware resolve to source the best products
to supply its customers anytime and every time.
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FEATURE STORY
MAINTAIN HVAC EQUIPMENT WITH
REGULAR SERVICING
LG Offers Custom Modules to Cover Key Services
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When businesses invest in HVAC equipment there
can be a number of benefits from cost savings to
efficiencies that help a business perform better
from an operational standpoint. Which why it’s important
to keep up a maintenance schedule to ensure equipment
performance and prevent unnecessary operating
expenses. LG Electronics (LG) has developed the VRF
System Maintenance service, to provide services that meet
customer needs and help provide continuous customer
care. With improved reliability, standardized inspection and
improvement guides LG’s service team can provide better
service to meet and exceed expectations for customer
satisfaction.

With a basic package,
businesses can benefit from
three key services: Inspection,
Cleaning and Replacement;
which altogether support
increased equipment life and
optimal equipment operation.
Increase Efficiency with
Specialized Inspection
Services
Regular inspection service by
LG experts identify expected
problems and issues beforehand.
An expert performs an inspection
that checks faults in components
and performance abnormalities
in a customer’s HVAC equipment.
Catching these problems early
prevents further damage to the
unit and unnecessary operating
expenses through replacement
and repair, by early recognition of
failures and abnormalities.
LG Maintenance Package
Improve Equipment Quality with
Cleaning Maintenance
LG’s eco-friendly cleaning solution
performs excellently in response
to contamination. The cleaning
removes dust and keeps the
indoor environment comfortable
by cleaning the air-flow system
which can be subject to pressure
loss and optimal airflow because of
lingering contaminants. The service
is handled by certified experts
who are trained to properly clean
equipment. Improve heating and
cooling efficiencies and reduce
energy consumption by removing
pollutants from the filter and heat
exchanger. It is critical to have VRF
products be periodically cleaned
by a specialist. Failure to perform
systematic cleaning may harm
cooling efficiency, air quality and
health.
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FEATURE STORY
Providing Confidence in Replacement
Parts
Air-conditioning equipment can break down
randomly due to changes in the operating
environment and circumstances. When aging of
parts progresses, failures increase. In case of
repair due to sudden break down, it is difficult
to respond to emergencies due to excessive
costs. Experts provide replacement service
with genuine parts when an unexpected
breakdown occurs and when parts replacement
is necessary after regular on-site or remote
diagnosis. With LG, it is possible to select a
service level that suits business needs, and
operation cost within the budget according to
the service contract.
By investing in a basic maintenance package,
businesses can experience greater cost
savings and confidence in their essential
service needs.
For any purchasing inquiries or technical
support, please contact
Hi M Solutek, LG’s official service registration
company:
Office #: +971-4-8051470
WhatsApp #: +971-58-1458300 / +971-58-
1458296
Business owners can also visit online to learn
more about the products, service offerings
and register a query. To learn more about LG’s
Service Offering Modules visit:
https://www.lg.com/ae/business/servicemaintenance
To make an inquiry, please visit:
https://www.lg.com/ae/business/inquiry-to-buy
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About LG Electronics Air
Solution Business Unit
LG Electronics’ Air Solution
Business Unit is a global leader
in HVAC and energy solutions
with a comprehensive portfolio
of proven expertise and
performance. Launching Korea’s
first residential air conditioner
in 1968, LG has paved the way
for total HVAC solutions over
the last five decades through
strategic utilization of advanced
technologies. With a wellestablished
production base and
industry-leading capacity, the
company provides effective HVAC
solutions for both the commercial
and residential sectors. Its wide
range of cutting-edge systems
for heating, ventilation and air
conditioning truly represent LG’s
initiative in offering the most
optimized solutions for a variety
of uses. Pursuant to its mission of
“Innovation for a Better Life,” the
company offers solutions boasting
high energy efficiency and
reliability based on its state-ofthe-art
knowhow and technologies
to ensure the most optimal
environment for users. For more
information, please visit www.
LG.com.
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Industry organizations are trying to persuade public officials to add
HVACR technicians and workers in other skilled trades on the priority
list for the Phase 1B distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. Since Phase
1A, the initial stage of deployment, is already designated for healthcare
workers, senior citizens, and those in long-term care facilities, states are
starting to choose which essential worker will be the next in line to get
the vaccine and which will have to wait for the subsequent phases.

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HVAC/R and Plumbing
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Extreme Air Acetylene Equipment
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Extreme MAPP & Propane Equipment
Proline MAPP & Propane Equipment
Oxy Acetylene Outfits and Components
Plasma Cutters
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For the HVAC industry, the importance of technicians is enough
to have them included for the next distribution. After all, the
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has
named HVAC technicians, along with heating fuel delivery drivers
and plumbing and utility service professionals, as essential
critical infrastructure workers. State and local government officials
will ultimately be the ones to finalize their distribution plans for
the vaccine but it is likely that this decision can be influenced by
CDC guidance.
Move to Add HVAC Technicians to Top of the List
Ten skilled trade organizations have sent a letter to the Advisory
Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), asking the
committee that when it consults the CDC for the Phase 1B of the
vaccine distribution, they will take into account the importance of
HVACR technicians to the American health system.
In the letter, they stated that a second wave of COVID-19
infections and a resurgent virus might come as the winter season
settles across the nation and millions are driven indoors. Many, if
not all Americans, may begin studying and working from home,
and in turn, they will rely on home heating fuel providers and local
utilities for their continued health, safety, and warmth.
This eventually leads to skilled trade professionals frequently
entering customers’ homes and businesses to maintain/repair/
service/replace equipment that might require them to interact with
the family, some of whom might belong to the vulnerable sector.
While the letter remarked that these workers strictly abide by the
guidelines of the CDC and wear personal protective equipment to
protect both themselves and their customers, there will always be
a risk of exposure, predominantly in small residential units.
Keeping HVACR Technicians Safe
Michael Ivanovich, senior director of AMCA International’s
Global Affairs, defended that vaccinated technicians will protect
themselves from the health threats of working in facilities where
COVID-19 patients are treated. At the same time, it will also
prevent them from unknowingly spreading the virus as they work
from one building to the next.
Ivanovich specified that vaccinating technicians become primarily
relevant as the country enters the winter season. This is because
people rely on residential heating systems as a critical equipment
to keep them safe.
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“Vaccinating technicians
become primarily relevant
as the country enters the
winter season.”

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“ACCA will also increase
its advocacy efforts to
prioritize vaccine access
for HVACR professionals.”
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Furthermore, he pointed out that HVAC
technicians are on the frontlines during the
pandemic as they ensure the quality of indoor
environments in all types of buildings, from
commercial and school buildings to hospitals
and elder-care facilities. He added that
refrigeration systems are becoming of great
importance for vaccine handling and storage,
making contractors essential in ensuring that
these systems are operating properly.
Next Steps
Chris Czarnecki, ACCA’s government relations
representative and coalitions manager,
declared that as states roll out their vaccination
plans, ACCA will also increase its advocacy
efforts to prioritize vaccine access for HVACR
professionals. They plan on working with and
supporting their members and allies at the state
and local levels to lobby states and localities to
give HVACR professionals their much-needed
vaccine access.
Last December 14, ACCA President and CEO
Barton James met with Mark McClellan, the
former U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Commissioner, to tackle and better understand
how the different states plan on distributing the
vaccines. The dialogue also included when
different professionals and other members of the
population might be able to reasonably be given
the vaccine, and it revealed potential challenges
and hurdles that might hinder a smooth
distribution process.
National Association of Oil & Energy Service
Professionals (OESP) Executive Director
Lisa Strug said that they support federal
recommendations to give priority to those listed
in the Phase 1A of the vaccine distribution.
But they are hoping that the CDC takes into
consideration the needs of at-home service
professionals like HVACR technicians and
heating fuel delivery drivers as they remain on
the frontlines of keeping Americans warm this
winter.
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N E W S
S T O R I E S
Cost-Effective Solar Installation
from NuPON Technologies
NuPon Technology is providing the most durable and reliable UPS for various
industries in the Philippines.
It has been almost a full year since
the lockdown has happened in
the country due to the pandemic.
To say that we have seen the
world adapt and change to adjust
to this abrupt happening is an
understatement. Weekly social
gatherings have since become
a rare treat for people instead
of a weekly occurrence, travel
abroad has become a thing of
the past, and working from home
has become the global norm.
Unfortunately, not everyone can
work comfortably in their home
thanks to faulty and unreliable
power sources. Thankfully, NuPon
Technology has the solution to this
problem of the new normal.
NuPon boasts multiple products to help each individual and organization struggling with
severable, low-quality utility power. Industries that revolve around computers, network servers,
data centers, telecommunication, high-tech semiconductor manufacturing, petrochemical
equipment, etc. will surely benefit from these products. They cater to the smallest voltage (650
VA) to give power back up to PC or CCTV, to 1000 kVA for big machines and equipment.
One example of their UPS is the line-interactive UPS (800 VA - 5 kVA). These matte black
power boxes are commonly used for desktop PCs, workstations, network servers, and small
machines. They come in a tower type or rack mount design for easy storing and space-saving
concerns.
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For CCTV systems, laboratory
equipment, or even 3 phase
system machines, the online/
double-conversion high-frequency
UPS (1 kVA - 20 kVA) or the (10
kVA - 40 kVA) variants will prove to
be satisfactory, especially with its 0
ms transfer time from line mode to
battery mode feature.
Industrial equipment and bigger
machines will need NuPon’s online/
double-conversion low-frequency
UPS (10 kVA - 600 kVA) models
with isolation transformers to adapt
to the different, often unforgiving
industrial environments. These
UPS devices are more than
enough to protect the most critical
of loads.
Lastly, their modular UPS (60 kVA -
500 kVA) is an online hot-swappable
machine with parallel redundancy, high
efficiency and power density, and an
optional built-in isolation transformer.
There are many more machines that will
help whoever avails of the UPS, such as
NuPon’s STAR T1V, T2V, T3I, T4I, T5100,
T6I, R3I series, and much, much more.
NuPon is also leading multiple projects
in the country.
For instance, they are present in the
environmental health and safety sector
in Batangas with the first Philippine
industrial park. By supplying and
installing 7 units of 100 kVA 3 phase,
low-frequency UPS, providing basic
training for the operation and simple
troubleshooting of the units, and
conducting quarterly monitoring and
checking of these UPS units as a form
of after-sales service, NuPon is taking
multiple steps to helming progress in
the Philippines.
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They have also provided several units of 10 kVA
single-phase UPS and power cables for WD/Hitachi,
a multinational company, for the Laguna Technopark
Inc.
Over on the northern area of Baguio, NuPon has
graciously blessed Manor Hotel Baguio with 3
and 6 kVA UPS for their servers and lobby display
projectors. Company representatives visited Baguio
while carrying 10 batteries despite a typhoon.
They pulled out the unit from the hotel, replaced
the batteries in the branch office, and tested and
delivered them back to the hotel in working condition.

For more information about NuPON
Technology, visit their website https://
www.nuponcorpphils.com/ or contact the
following branches
Going to Bataan, they supplied 100 units
of customized 650 VA units to Mitsumi, a
Japanese company. Unlike most areas in
the Philippines, the industrial zone in which
this company is situated still utilizes 110 VAC
power instead of 220 VAC. They were able to
provide their need for 110 VAC UPS which is
not readily available in the Philippine market
today.
NuPon is also concurrently present in
Cebu, Cavite, and many other places as
they unfailingly supply multiple industries,
companies, and location their helpful
machinery and UPS units and other services
to ensure smooth operations for their clients.
Needless to say, NuPon’s presence in the
country and the efficiency of their units
speak for themselves. As they continue to
breach boundaries and operate in a postpandemic
world, their UPS units will continue
to supply uninterrupted power for all.
NuPon Technology
Filsyn Corp Compound Brgy. Don Jose,
Santa Rosa City, 4026 Laguna, Philippines.
Tel: (049) 530-1879
Tel: (049) 530-2329 / (049) 530-1879
Fax: (049) 541-0214
Email: ntpctmsg@gmail.com
Whatsapp +639178675324
Biz One Venture Sdn Bhd
556-U, Taman Century, Jalan Batu Uban,
11700 Gelugor, Penang, Malaysia.
Tel: +6016-4197072
Fax: +604-6451241
Cavite Branch
The Arcade Bldg. Blk 5 Stl 9&10, Holiday
Homes, Brgy. Biclatan, Gen. Trias Cavite
4107.
Tel: (046) 512-0982
Tel: (046) 512-0979
Subic Branch
83A 14th St., New Kalalake, OC.
Tel: (047) 223-8894
Fax: (047) 223-8894
Clark Branch
Apartment#5 Jasmin St, Pineda Subd.
Dau, Mabalacat, Pampanga.
Tel: (045) 625-0162
Fax: (045) 625-0162
Cebu Branch
158 Sangi Road, Pajo. Lapu-lapu City
Cebu, Philippines 6015.
Tel: (6332)520-3285
Fax: (6332)238-6085
Baguio Branch
#71 Sarok Road Camp 7 Baguio City.
Tel: (074) 246 2391

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NEWS
Pullmaster® Introduces New
Free Fall Option for M12
Winches to Serve Pile Driving
Market
Pullmaster®, part of TWG and Dover
(NYSE: DOV), recently enhanced its M12
model winch product line by adding a free
fall capability option which allows a load
to be dropped quickly or at a controlled rate.
“We are excited to announce that our Pullmaster
brand has expanded their M12 model winch
options to include free fall capabilities,” said Mike
Basmajian, Vice President of Sales, Marketing &
Engineering for TWG. “Free fall options are very
popular on products such as pile drivers, dredges
and pipe layers, as well as water well, foundation
and blast hole drills where hammer-like blows need
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to be applied quickly and repeatedly. Due to the
greater cooling provided by our unique braking
system, the same free fall benefits currently found
on larger Pullmaster models are now available on
the smaller M12 model rated at 12,000 lbs. line
pull, filling a market need.”
Pullmaster, a premium winch and hoist brand since
1965, is well known for top quality and providing
enhanced capabilities. In addition to free fall, other
capabilities include a custom design for marine
duty used in fishing and work boats and a rapid
reverse option for greatly improved operating
efficiency due to a marked increase in speed

commonly used in drilling applications. The “High
Speed Reverse Winch” was introduced in the 1970s
and quickly gained market acceptance and started
Pullmaster’s stellar reputation as an industry leader.
Pullmaster offers three free fall options: (1)
emergency free fall which enables a complete and
high-velocity release of the load as required in
pile drivers; (2) controlled free fall that uses 1/3 of
the winch’s capacity to control the rate of descent
of the load and allowing for a smooth stop at
any point common in foundation drills; and (3)
combination emergency and controlled free fall
which allows for both capabilities. These options
would not be possible without TWG’s unique and
innovative brake cooling method, which simplifies
the hydraulic circuit as it eliminates the need for a
counter balance valve.
About TWG®:
TWG is a leading manufacturer of winches, hoists,
slewing ring bearings, gear drives, hydraulic pump
drives, electronic monitoring systems and more.
TWG offers a vast range of products across seven
model lines: dp Winch®, Gear Products, Greer
Company®, LANTEC®, Pullmaster®, Tulsa Winch®
and RUFNEK® ̶ with over one million units
installed since 1929.
About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with
annual revenue of approximately $7 billion. We
deliver innovative equipment and components,
specialty systems, consumable supplies, software
and digital solutions, and support services through
three operating segments: Engineered Systems,
Fluids and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover
combines global scale with operational agility to
lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our
entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our
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Orbis Intelligent Systems is pleased to announce that it
has recently signed a multi-year distribution agreement
with Wolseley Canada, the leading wholesale distributor to
plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial markets in
Canada.
Wolseley will be the Canadian distributor of the Prodigy
SmartCap, an intelligent fire hydrant and pipe monitoring
device packaged into a fire hydrant cap. The SmartCap
screws on to most standard fire hydrants enabling remote leak
detection as well as monitoring for tamper, freeze, and flow
events. The SmartCap uses the latest IoT technology to allow
real time alerts and data to be sent to municipalities via cellular
connections.
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Danny Krywyj, President of Orbis said, “We’re excited to work with Wolseley
Canada, the premier distributor of waterworks products in Canada. Adding
the SmartCap to the Wolseley product lineup will enable municipalities
across Canada to start proactively reducing leakage and unnecessary
customer supply disruption and, more importantly, ensure the safety of our
water and assets.”
Brian Scott, Vice President Waterworks Wolseley, said “Innovative
technologies like the Prodigy SmartCap are clearly the future of water
infrastructure management. This agreement will ensure our customers
have access to the newest and most cost-effective asset management
technologies, allowing them to make informed decisions based on real data.”
About Orbis Intelligent Systems
Orbis Intelligent Systems, an Aquam Corporation company, provides
data-driven monitoring solutions for pipeline infrastructure, including
waste/drain pipelines, potable water pipelines, fire suppression systems,
utility distribution pipelines, and HVAC and mechanical pipelines. Orbis
technologies empower asset owners and operators with real-time highquality
data, integrated data analytics, and low-cost IoT solutions across
commercial, residential, and utility applications. For more information, visit
www.orbis-sys.com.
About Wolseley Canada
Wolseley Canada (www.wolseleyinc.ca) is a market leader in the wholesale
distribution of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration,
waterworks, fire protection, pipes, valves and fittings and industrial products.
With its head office in Burlington, Ontario, the company has approximately
2,700 employees and over 230 locations coast to coast. Wolseley Canada’s
parent company, Ferguson plc (www.fergusonplc.com) is the world’s largest
trade distributor of plumbing and heating products and a leading supplier of
building materials.
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The global frozen
vegetable market
to garner $38,845.7
million by 2025, with
CAGR of 5.0% in 2025
The global frozen vegetable market
was valued at $26,479.0 million
in 2017, and is expected to
garner $38,845.7 million by 2025,
registering a CAGR of 5.0% from 2018
to 2025. Deep frozen vegetables are
products that can be stored and used over
a long period of time. Freezing helps to
retain the essential nutrients in vegetables,
such as carotenes, which are essential
to synthesize vitamin A in the body. In
addition, to avoid food wastage, meet the
needs of rising population, and keep the
food businesses competitive & profitable,
preservation of food by freezing is adopted by various food manufacturers.
Increase in demand and consumption of frozen foods in the emerging markets of Asia-Pacific
such as India and China has significantly fueled the growth of the global frozen food market.
Rise in disposable income and change in lifestyle & food habits further boost the market
growth. Moreover, rapid increase in number of large retail chains, including hypermarkets
and supermarkets, propels the demand for frozen vegetables. Growth female workforce has
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increased the dependency on readymade and convenient food products,
which in turn increases the demand for frozen vegetables, thereby
accelerating the market growth. However, consumer perception about low
nutritional content in frozen foods and lack of proper refrigeration facilities in
semi-urban & rural areas restrain the growth of the market. On the contrary,
advancements in freezing technologies are expected to provide lucrative
opportunities for the market players.
The global frozen vegetable market is segmented based on product, end
user, distribution channel, and region. On the basis of product, the market
is divided into asparagus, broccoli, green peas, mushrooms, spinach,
corn, green beans, and others. In terms of end user, it is bifurcated into
food service industry and retail customers. By distribution channel, it is
categorized into discounters, supermarkets/hypermarkets, and others.
Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and
LAMEA.
The key players profiled in the report include Aryzta AG, General Mills Inc.,
Kraft Foods Group Inc., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., Cargill Incorporated, Europastry
S.A., JBS S.A., Kellogg Company, Nestle S.A., and Flower Foods.
The other key market players (not profiled in this report) are Amy’s Kitchen,
Inc., Ardo N.V., Arena Agroindustrie Alimentari SPA, Bellisio Foods, Inc.,
Bonduelle SCA, Conagra Foods, Inc., Findus Group., Goya Foods, Inc., H.J.
Heinz Company, and Iceland Foods Ltd.
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Hunter Fan Company Debuts
Industrial Fan Line for Malaysia
Inventor of Ceiling Fan Expands HVLS Product Offerings
for International Market Needs
Hunter Industrial Fans - the industrial division of Hunter
Fan Company - launched its international fan line known
as “DDI.” The DDI is a high volume, low speed (HVLS)
industrial fan built for powerful air circulation. The HVLS
fan is designed for simplicity while providing significant
airflow due to its custom-built, direct-drive motor and three
aerodynamically efficient blades.
“Hunter Industrial has grown significantly over the last six
years, and we’re proud to offer a product that meets the
demand for our international customers across the globe,”
said Mark D’Agostino, Senior Vice President and General
Manager of Hunter Industrial.
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“The DDI fan will offer competitive
pricing with unmatched
performance in the industry.”
Available in two sizes--including
20- and 24-foot diameter models--
the DDI fan is ideal for any facility
looking to provide greater air
movement in large spaces, such
as warehouses, manufacturing
centers, shipping, or dock and
door areas.
“We have seen an increased
demand for an international
product line that is reliable, easy
to install and affordable. DDI is
the solution, and I look forward to
partnering with companies across
the world to meet their facilities’
needs,” said Borja Chavarri,
International Director of Sales for
Hunter Industrial.
The DDI fan features a fiveyear
warranty on the motor and
electronic control, and a Limited
Lifetime Warranty on all other
components. For international
sales inquiries, contact Borja
Chavarri at bgiralt@hunterfan.
com.
About Hunter Industrial Fans
Since 1886, Hunter Fan Company’s focus has been
on providing and enhancing comfort for consumers.
Hunter’s commitment to quality, craftsmanship and
innovation is why the company remains unrivaled
today--and why Hunter’s fans last for generations.
Hunter Industrial is part of that heritage, and
the industrial division’s high-volume, low-speed
fans embody Hunter’s passion for pioneering
breakthroughs in ceiling fan technologies. Hunter
Industrial’s fans are designed with every person in
the process in mind--from installer to owner. Based
in Nashville, Tenn., Hunter Industrial’s designers,
engineers and technicians work together to test,
prototype and manufacture every fan to perfection.
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Across International Offers Ultra-Low
Freezers Crucial to Speed Up the
COVID-19 Vaccination Roll Out
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As the nation grapples with the
nightmare of the COVID-19 crisis,
the Livingston, New Jersey cold
storage freezer, refrigerator and storage
box manufacturer Across International,
with its Sparks, Nevada, branch to service
the West Coast, has immediately risen
alongside local emergency responders to
face the unprecedented challenge. The
lab equipment provider has deployed
the most versatile, reliable, efficient, easy
to operate -86°C cold storage units, the
flagship line of their catalog.
With the upheavals in the healthcare
community, these freezers make it
easier, safer and more affordable to store
COVID-19 vaccination. Built not only
with CFC and VFC requirements and
cETLus compliance but also ease of the
operator’s use in mind, the manufacturer
is more than ready to help out the most
affected counties in the U.S. The fact of
the matter is that healthcare professionals
and hospitals will have to adopt a new
model to store COVID-19 vaccines
and require the right technology and
support to back it. It is a paradigm shift,
and Across International understands
the relevance of its ultra-low freezers,
along with the values of the healthcare
professionals that use them in the market.

Across International started its efforts
to combat the COVID-19 pandemic at
hometown, proudly offering its vaccine
storage solutions to Essex County, NJ, a
role model in the emergency response
efforts; as Julie Wernau of the WSJ put
it, “while officials struggle at times with
supply hiccups caused by slow-toarrive
vaccines, Essex County said it
is using 100% of its doses every week,
with surrounding counties coming to it
for advice.” Across International was
also there when first responders from
the city of Elizabeth, NJ, and counties of
Nevada and Washoe, neighbors of their
Sparks location, followed suit, entrusting
the programmable freezers with their
precious vaccine reserves.
Key features that set the freezers Across
International offers apart as healthcare
and emergency response teams weigh
the decision of where to turn for cold
storage include: ease of data collection,
storage and export, simplifying tracking
the conditions under which vaccines are
stored; ergonomic design so they are
easy to open, quieter to work around,
and level even on uneven lab floors;
safety features like alarms, internal
batteries to run controllers if power is
lost, CO2 backup to ensure samples are
protected in case of critical failure, data
loggers with Wi-fi/Bluetooth enabled
text and email alerts, transmitters for
connection to external systems, all
geared towards ensuring no vaccines
go to waste. This is crucial, as the
WHO published in 2005 a guideline for
program managers that found based on
their data an estimated 50% of vaccines
globally are destroyed between failures
in temperature control and mishandling
during transportation, the latter of which
inspired the Ai -70 C shipping cube.
Not only does Across International seek to
minimize vaccine loss due to improper storage but
also take into account the growing environmental
concerns in its selection of CFC-free refrigerants,
opting for HC in the design of their RapidChill line,
which cools faster, is readily available for recharge
and comes with a lower energy consumption,
environmental footprint and cost of ownership. This
technology earned the RapidChill 20 and 26 Cu.
Ft. models the EnergyStar rating for vaccination
centers with big cold storage needs not looking to
receive a big electric bill to match it.
While the two branches stand side by side with our
essential workers assisting the vaccination efforts
however they can, Across International hopes
the vaccination rollout throughout the country will
occur faster. The manufacturer realizes the gravity
of the situation and affirms that the distribution of
the vaccine has become integral to return back to
normalcy.
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Outlook on the Global RNA Vaccine
Patent Landscape
The idea of using mRNA as vaccines
has been investigated for nearly three
decades. By winning the race for a
Covid-19 vaccine, mRNA vaccines have
proven their worth, and it has highlighted
their advantages over conventional vaccines.
Now, all major pharmaceutical companies
are, in some way, testing out the technology
by entering into license agreements and/
or collaboration with well-established RNA
companies (Pfizer, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, GSK,
Merck, Roche, Bayer, etc.). Now that the
first products have arrived on the market, IP
positions have to be defined as companies will
enforce their patents to secure their positions
on the market. Patent litigations have already
been initiated before the EPO and the USPTO
against key patents.
Over 30 opposition proceedings have been
identified herein, most of which were filed in the
past 2 years and still pending. In this context,
Arbutus recently succeeded in maintaining one
of its key US patents covering its LNP delivery
system, that could potentially cover Moderna’s
RNA vaccine. However, as Moderna already
announced, it is unlikely that patents will be
enforced during the pandemic. The speed at
which an mRNA vaccine can be designed has
been the key to the recent success. Indeed,
the first batches for human testing were made
in less than 2 months, and authority approvals
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were granted in less than a year. Clinical trials
have demonstrated their safety and efficacy
on mRNA vaccine candidates (about 95%
effective in preventing COVID-19).
Beyond a COVID-19 vaccine, RNA technology
holds high promise for new vaccines
against cancer and challenging viruses that
conventional vaccines have failed to address
(e.g. HIV, HSV, RSV). Moreover, this emerging
technology successfully triggers antigenspecific
T cell responses in cancer therapy. It
also allows personalized immunotherapy by
matching the genetic profile of each person’s
cancer and inducing an immune response
against the mutated part of the tumors (cancer
neoantigen vaccines). In this evolving context,
it is crucial to understand the intellectual
property position and strategy of these different
players. Such knowledge can help detect
business risks and opportunities, anticipate
emerging technologies, and enable strategic
decisions to strengthen market position.
The first patent family identified was published
in 1990. However, the technology was in a
maturation phase up to 2010, as evidenced by
a relatively low number of patent publications.
This maturation phase was mostly related to the
problem of rapid naked RNA degradation and
the delivery system. One of the key discoveries
that allowed the mRNA vaccine field to expand
was based on research by Kariko et al. (2005
and 2008) on the incorporation of modified
nucleoside into mRNA to increase stability
and to ablate the mammalian innate immune
response through the activation of Toll-like
receptors (patented technology filed by the
Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania).
The other key discovery was the use of lipid
particles to protect and deliver the RNA
molecule into the cells (patented by Protiva
Therapeutics, now Arbutus Biopharma). The
combination of these two discoveries allowed
the field to expand, with an approximate 9-fold
increase in patent publications.
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N E W S
S T O R I E S
Outlook on the Viral Antigens Global
Market to 2027
According to this report the global viral
antigens market was valued at US$
101.41 million in 2019 and is projected
to reach US$ 236.80 million by 2027; it is
expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.0% during
2020-2027. The report highlights trends
prevailing in the global viral antigens market,
and drivers and restraints pertaining to the
market growth.
The growth of the viral antigens market is
attributed to the increased acceptance of
viral antigens in vaccine development, and
advancements in image analysis software
and informatics platforms for viral antigen
detection. Further, the emerging markets
offer lucrative opportunities to the global viral
antigens market players. However, the high
cost of vaccine development hinders the
market growth.
On the basis of component, the viral antigens
market is segmented into Influenza Viral
Antigens, coronavirus antigens, Zika virus
antigens, Ebola virus antigens, Dengue
virus antigens, Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
antigens, rotavirus viral antigens, Hepatitis
A-E virus antigens, measles virus antigens,
mumps/parotitis virus antigens, and others.
In 2019, the coronavirus antigens segment
accounted for the largest share of the market.
The growth of the market for this segment
is attributed to the rising number of product
launches and increasing innovations in
corona viral antigens.
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Companies Active on Viral Antigens
• Microbix Biosystems
• BIO-RAD LABORATORIES INC.
• Creative Diagnostics
• Aalto Bio Reagents Ltd.
• Advanced Biotechnologies Inc.
• Prospec-Tany Technogene Ltd.
• ACROBiosystems.
• MERIDIAN BIOSCIENCE, INC.
• Rekom Biotech S.L
• LGC Limited
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N E W S
S T O R I E S
Trust in COVID-19 Vaccine Shifts 67%,
Medisafe Reports
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Respondents are eager to take the
vaccine despite concerns over sideeffects
and distribution challenges
Results from a new Medisafe survey of
more than 4,000 patients reveal new
confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine,
with 80% of respondents placing trust
in the shot, compared to just 13% of
patients surveyed in October 2020. The
new Medisafe survey aimed to examine
patients’ feelings about entering year two
of the pandemic, the COVID-19 vaccine,
and the impact of the virus.
Survey findings show that 56% of
respondents will get the vaccine as
soon as its available, compared to just
21% last October, and 6% have already
received their vaccination. Despite the
eagerness to receive their vaccine, half of
all respondents have concerns about side
effects; 40% believe it will have limited
effectiveness; and 37% believe it may
take too long to distribute.
The challenges in distribution are also
contributing to patients’ attitudes on when
they expect to return to normal activities.
Nearly 50% believe it won’t be until
October 2021 or later before returning
to traditional activity. 29 percent believe
the national government has hindered
vaccine distribution, while 25% say limited
vaccine supply is to blame. Despite these
challenges, vaccine manufacturers saw
a 10% increase in favorability, with Pfizer
listed as the preferred vaccine in the US
among those currently available.

“The results from this latest survey show
that patients are eager to take the COVID-19
vaccine, while also recognizing that normal
activity is unlikely to resume until late in the
year, and the pandemic has had lasting
impact on their stress, exercise, and diet,”
said Medisafe Chief Marketing Officer Jennifer
Butler. “This survey provides greater visibility
into patients’ concerns with taking the vaccine
as we enter year two of the pandemic, and
captures trends related to vaccine trust, impact
of the COVID-19 virus, and optimism toward
recovery.”
Beyond the COVID-19 vaccine, survey
respondents also indicated how the pandemic
has impacted their lives upon entering into its
second year. Every single respondent say they
know a friend or family member that has been
infected with COVID-19. One in 10 patients
contracted the virus themselves, and 13% say
they have lost a loved one to the virus.
The emotional toll of the pandemic has also
upended how patients are coping, with 60%
reporting higher stress levels compared to just
a year ago. Half of all respondents say they
are exercising less than a year ago. The results
also show that men are more optimistic of a
faster recovery, and users in their 20s and 30s
have the highest amount of stress related to the
pandemic among all age groups.
“With more than 7MM users relying on
Medisafe to help manage medications, we’re
able to capture patients’ attitudes in real-time
to understand the impact of the pandemic
against the backdrop of a chronic condition,”
Butler added. “When viewed through the
lens of patients in various geographic
areas, generations, and treatment areas, the
COVID-19 crisis takes a more precise view
on the lives of some of the most vulnerable
populations.”
Medisafe’s survey was conducted within its
digital platform January 15 – January 22,
capturing the viewpoints of more than 4,000
patients who use the digital drug companion
to help manage one or more medications in
conjunction with a medical condition. The
full report and methodology are available at:
https://www.medisafe.com/covid-vaccinesurvey
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More efficiency for concentrated solar
power plants
Renewable energy
has an important
contribution to make in
protecting the environment
and climate. Solar energy
plays a particularly significant
role here and has become
more widespread in recent
years due to photovoltaics.
However, this technology
does not yet offer an efficient
means of energy storage. An
alternative is concentrated
solar power (CSP) plants
with heat storage systems.
Heat is stored in molten salt
so that electricity can be
generated during the night
or in bad weather conditions.
Despite advancements in this
technology, the investment
costs in building a CSP plant
are still very high. Therefore,
it is all the more crucial to run
the power plants, including
the heat storage systems,
as efficiently, economically
and for as long as possible.
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BASF has developed a new
software solution to help with
challenges in this area. The
tool focuses on the stability
of the storage medium
(i.e. the molten salt), which
includes the simulation of
gas emissions, equipment
corrosion and the estimation
of the plant life span.
BASF plays a key role in the
CSP industry: The German
chemical company produces
inorganic salts, which are
used as an energy storage
medium in concentrated
solar power plants. As such,
the company is one of the
suppliers of sodium nitrate
for Noor Energy 1 in Dubai
– the largest solar project to
date. As a producer of salts
for such a long time, BASF
has gained expertise through
intensive research and can
use this knowledge to support
the planning, construction
and operations of CSP plants.
“Over the last few years, BASF
has intensively examined
the chemical reactions and
equilibriums of molten salts
at high temperatures. We
have now incorporated this
knowledge in a software

solution so that we can
make it available to the CSP
industry,” said Christian
Schütz, research engineer
in process development at
BASF. “Thanks to our extensive
research, we have a very good
knowledge of salt chemistry at
temperatures of over 400°C.”
This has a significant meaning
especially for CSP tower
plants, which operate up to
565°C.
The high temperatures in CSP
plants are a challenge here:
The salt is heated to over
400 °C using concentrated
sunlight and then, when
needed, emits the thermal
energy again using a steam
generator. The advantage
of the high temperatures
is that the same volume
of salt can absorb more
energy, while the efficiency
of the cyclical process for
converting the steam into
electricity also increases
along with the temperature.
Basically, this means the
higher the temperature, the
more heat is stored, and the
more energy is generated.
“However, different reactions
in the salt become evident
above 400°C,” explained
Schütz. For instance, the
equilibrium of sodium nitrate
and sodium nitrite shifts, as
individual components of the
salt decompose at higher
temperatures, releasing
different types of gases. The
loss of gases translates into a
loss of salt. “This is especially
apparent the first time the
plant is heated up and the salt
melting process starts. This is
when the greatest mass loss
occurs for the plant operator.”.
If it is not prevented, this mass
loss must be compensated at
regular intervals.
The new simulation tool from
BASF allows mass loss to be
predicted and counteracted
by adjusting parameters such
as temperature or additives.
“We calculated this extremely
accurately using equations,”
commented Schütz, adding
that those equations are
derived from lab work of
the last 6 years. Tests were
conducted to establish how
the salt mixture behaves under
a wide range of temperature
and pressure conditions and
how the repeated heating
and cooling affects longterm
stability. These changes
that take place over the
long term, i.e. the “aging”
of the salt over a number of
years, can also be simulated
using the software. A further
function is the calculation
of the corrosion rate of the
power plant components, as
the salt reacts with metals at
high temperatures. As the
corrosion rate has a direct
influence on the life span of
the plant, the tool can also be
used to provide information on
the predicted life span of the
plant. As such, the tool offers
operators an overview of the
wear and efficiency of their
power plant with respect to the
salt cycle. There are default
parameters for each individual
module of the power plant,
which can each be adjusted
to the power plant in question.
“The aim of our simulation tool
is to control the stability of the
salt in such a way that they
run efficiently and for as long
as possible,” emphasized Erik
Wiegert, digital expert in the
Inorganics division at BASF.
The software is already
available as a fully functional
prototype. If there is sufficient
interest from the industry,
BASF aims to add more
functions to the program at
a later stage and also offer it
alongside its salt business. As
well as offering added value
in plants that are already up
and running, the tool can also
be used when designing new
power plants, added Erik
Wiegert: “We use the tool to
pass on our salt expertise to
operators.”
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S T O R I E S
What to Look for When Hiring
Asian Security in for your
Engineering Project
The role of a security guard is to secure an
area for its customers by patrolling and
monitoring a site or facility. A guard will
assist in protecting businesses, schools, banks,
concerts or events, and other essential places.
You will see security guards or police security
hired to protect celebrities or high-profile
people to protect them from overzealous
fans. Businesses hire security guards to
ensure no one breaks into their secured
buildings. Security guards protect against
threats or robbery, and in some cases, have
supplemented as law enforcement.
If searching for security guard services, you
may not know what to look for in a security
company. There are lots of selections out there,
and you want to sure you are hiring the best
service for your business. Hiring the wrong
security service or guard can cause lots of
frustration and leave your business vulnerable
when you need to look for an alternative option.
Before hiring a security service, you need
to perform a self-evaluation of your specific
security concerns in the business that you
need addressed. Once you have completed
your self-evaluation, begin your search and
interviewing process. There are several things
you want to look for when hiring security.
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Does the Security Have Experience
with Businesses Like Yours?
Security guards and security companies will
have different skillsets and experiences that
make them well suited for different types
of offices and environments. Most security
companies tend to hire the same kind of
security guard and do work for similar clients.
For example, a security service company that
typically is hired to protect bars and nightclubs
might employ a bar bounce or nighttime
security guard.
When evaluating a security service or guard
for your business, you want to make sure that
they have clients with other companies that are
similar in size, type, or industry to yours.

Is the Security Service Getting
Positive Reviews?
An excellent way to get an opinion on a
security service is through their current clients
and reviews. Don’t just consider the stars that
a company has in their review, take time to
read through the reviews. Remember that one
bad review isn’t necessarily a sign that the
company is terrible.
What are the Security Services Skills
& Qualifications?
When looking to hire a security guard or
security company, make sure that they
possess the following skills and qualifications:
surveillance skills, ability to lift, practice
proper judgment, able to deal with uncertainty,
objectivity, dependability, emotional control,
safety management, integrity, professionalism,
and reporting skills.
There are other essential things to
consider when looking at hiring a
security guard, such as:
Experience & Reputation – you want
a security guard that has experience. An
experienced security guard will have an
excellent reputation, and you want someone
with a good reputation and experience on the
job of protecting your company.
License & Insurance – when you are
convinced that a security guard has the
essential experience and reputation, you need
to make sure they are appropriately licensed
and insured. Good security firms and guards
should have all the proper licenses and
insurance in place.
Service Variety – you want a security guard
with a diverse range of services that will cater
to your companies needs.
Response Time – if something terrible was to
happen at your company, you want to be sure
that the security guards and company hired will
respond as soon as a problem occurs. Also,
you want your security guard to be alert at all
times to their surroundings.
Physical Fitness – the security guards should
be relatively healthy and fit considering their
job. An out of shape guard might not be able to
perform the physicality of their role very well.
Security Guard Training
You want to hire a security guard that makes
on-going training a priority. You want a guard
that will know the ins and outs of your business
and is up to date on the industry’s procedures,
new training techniques, and any other
updates. A security guard that continually trains
and stays educated will be well engaged and
able to protect you or your business.
In Conclusion
Security companies need to use caution when
hiring mature and trustworthy guards to work
for their companies. The security service and
guards must be detail-oriented and able to
meet your security needs.
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