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Bruker Acquires Spectral Instruments Imaging, the Performance Leader in Preclinical In-Vivo Optical Imaging Systems

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) today announced that it has acquired Spectral Instruments Imaging LLC , a leader in preclinical in-vivo optical imaging systems.

Key Points: 
  • Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) today announced that it has acquired Spectral Instruments Imaging LLC , a leader in preclinical in-vivo optical imaging systems.
  • This acquisition fills a gap in the technology and product portfolio of the Bruker BioSpin Preclinical Imaging (PCI) division, broadening its range of preclinical solutions for disease research.
  • “Spectral Instruments Imaging systems perfectly complement the Bruker Preclinical offering,” said Keith Copeland, the CEO of SII.
  • Their advanced BLI, FLI and X-ray imaging systems complement our portfolio to better serve the diverse needs of our preclinical customers.

As Utilities Consider Whether to Reinvest in Smart Meters, Copper Labs Urges a New Strategic Approach

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Energy and water utilities across North America have successfully deployed hundreds of millions of advanced meters—both drive-by (AMR) and smart meters (AMI)—over the past fifteen years, but the promised benefits of this equipment still haven't been fully realized. With investment in new smart meter deployments beginning to stall over the past year, utility technology company Copper Labs believes a strategic framework called AMx will help solve the problems associated with advanced meters and wring significant new value from existing utility infrastructure.

Key Points: 
  • This kind of approach wasn't possible when smart meters were first deployed, but interoperable communications technologies and solutions have come a long way in the past 15 years.
  • "AMx is a leading-edge, yet deeply pragmatic, framework to help utilities realize the promise of smart meters and spur innovation while reducing system costs," says Dan Forman, CEO of Copper Labs.
  • That can change with an AMx framework that supports a modern best-of-breed ecosystem and puts utilities back in control of their investments."
  • Copper Labs is leading the way on AMx, and it's building an ecosystem of utility, hardware, and solution provider partners to help implement it.

Enpro Inc. Completes Acquisition of Advanced Micro Instruments, Inc.

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Enpro Inc. (NYSE: NPO), an industrial technology company, today announced it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Advanced Micro Instruments, Inc. (AMI), a leading provider of highly-engineered, application-specific analyzers and sensing technologies that monitor critical parameters to ensure infrastructure integrity, enable process efficiency, enhance safety and facilitate the clean energy transition.

Key Points: 
  • Enpro Inc. (NYSE: NPO), an industrial technology company, today announced it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Advanced Micro Instruments, Inc. (AMI), a leading provider of highly-engineered, application-specific analyzers and sensing technologies that monitor critical parameters to ensure infrastructure integrity, enable process efficiency, enhance safety and facilitate the clean energy transition.
  • The acquisition was completed on January 29, 2024 and funded using available cash.
  • AMI will be included in the Sealing Technologies segment, broadening the segment’s portfolio of products and solutions that safeguard critical environments and is expected to be accretive to segment revenue growth and profitability, in addition to Enpro’s adjusted diluted earnings per share.

Case Study: City of Elmhurst saves $1,400,000 with automatic leak detection

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Non-revenue water (NRW) loss is a major problem in the U.S, and a new case study from Aclara, part of Hubbell Incorporated, describes how the City of Elmhurst, Illinois is using advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and acoustic leak detection to solve its NRW challenges.

Key Points: 
  • The case study describes how implementing the Aclara RF™ AMI network with its correlated acoustic leak-detection solution allowed Elmhurst to reduce NRW losses from its distribution network as well as from metering inaccuracies.
  • The city also cut NRW losses from unmetered water by replacing mechanical meters with more accurate ultrasonic ones during its AMI deployment.
  • "Today, we're finding 30% of our water main breaks before they surface," said Paul Burris, utility operations manager for Elmhurst.
  • Elmhurst has won several awards for its leak detection and AMI projects.

25.75% CAGR Growth in the Virtual Power Plant Market from 2023 to 2028 due to the increase in the integration of renewable energy sources - Technavio

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

An increase in the integration of renewable energy sources is the key factor driving growth.

Key Points: 
  • An increase in the integration of renewable energy sources is the key factor driving growth.
  • Virtual power plants (VPPs) play a crucial role in addressing the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.
  • The global market is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period due to the increase in the integration of renewable energy sources.
  • The turbine oil market size is forecast to increase by USD 630.89 million, at a CAGR of 8% between 2023 and 2028.

WNC & Associates Acquires More Than $2 Billion in Affordable Housing in 2023

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WNC & Associates (WNC), a family-owned nationwide leader in affordable housing, today announced 2023’s results of acquiring more than $2 billion in affordable housing across the United States.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WNC & Associates (WNC), a family-owned nationwide leader in affordable housing, today announced 2023’s results of acquiring more than $2 billion in affordable housing across the United States.
  • Founded in 1971, WNC has acquired more than $18.2 billion in assets since inception, creating and preserving 1,825 affordable housing properties and more than 114,000 units nationwide.
  • Recognizing the unprecedented need for affordable housing in the Golden State, WNC launched a series of affordable housing institutional funds exclusive to California in 2001.
  • "As evidenced by our 2023 performance, WNC is an unparalleled leader and pioneer in affordable rental housing,” said Anand Kannan, President of WNC.

Freddie Mac Multifamily Supports Over 423,000 Affordable Rental Units in 2023, on Track to Exceed Affordable Housing Goals

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Monday, January 22, 2024

The company met its mission-driven affordable housing targets, supporting 423,177 affordable rental units across the United States.

Key Points: 
  • The company met its mission-driven affordable housing targets, supporting 423,177 affordable rental units across the United States.
  • The Freddie Mac data released today indicates that the company will achieve all of its 2023 Multifamily affordable housing goals set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA).
  • “In 2023, Freddie Mac Multifamily was proud to again surpass our ambitious affordable housing goals, despite significant headwinds facing the overall market,” said Kevin Palmer, head of Multifamily for Freddie Mac.
  • In addition, Freddie Mac Multifamily financed more than $13 billion in Targeted Affordable Housing in 2023, supporting nearly 108,000 rent-restricted affordable units.

Badger Meter Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Friday, January 26, 2024

Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Kenneth C. Bockhorst, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Our strong fourth quarter results capped off a stellar 2023 with continuing robust demand and operational execution.
  • We delivered 24% sales growth in the fourth quarter with record operating profit margins of 17.6% and record cash flow.
  • The tax rate for the fourth quarter of 2023 was 26.1% compared to 23.4% in the prior year comparable quarter.

LiveRamp solutions first to become AMI-certified by Digital Advertising Alliance to enable better, more sustainable marketing

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) is the first company in the industry to become Addressable Media Identifier (AMI)-certified by the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA), the ad industry’s self-regulatory body for relevant digital advertising.

Key Points: 
  • LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) is the first company in the industry to become Addressable Media Identifier (AMI)-certified by the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA), the ad industry’s self-regulatory body for relevant digital advertising.
  • Publishers, marketers, and the broader ecosystem can leverage and build upon LiveRamp’s solutions with confidence they will endure beyond third-party signal loss.
  • LiveRamp’s Authenticated Traffic Solution, as well as its durable, privacy-centric identifier, RampID, have been successfully reviewed and found compliant with the Digital Advertising Alliance’s (DAA) Policy Framework for Addressable Media Identifiers.
  • Through responsible data collection and use, coupled with transparency and control, AMI Certification shows a renewed commitment to high standards by responsible actors in the digital advertising ecosystem.

Allergan Aesthetics Showcases Commitment to Individuality, Innovation, and Integrity at IMCAS World Congress 2024

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergan Aesthetics, the industry leader in aesthetics globally, continues to bring best-in-class programming highlighting Individuality, Innovation, and Integrity at the International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) World Congress 2024 in Paris from February 1-3, 2024. Events include an Allergan Medical Institute (AMI) symposium, live injection session, Meet the Expert presentations, and an interactive exhibition booth that aesthetics practitioners can explore.

Key Points: 
  • -- Expert-led symposium will explore key emerging themes in aesthetics, supported by injection session live from Allergan Aesthetics Center of Excellence in Italy --
    IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergan Aesthetics, the industry leader in aesthetics globally, continues to bring best-in-class programming highlighting Individuality, Innovation, and Integrity at the International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) World Congress 2024 in Paris from February 1-3, 2024.
  • The congress activities are underpinned by the theme 'True Originals', highlighting the profound significance and influence originality plays in aesthetics.
  • Ten years ago, Allergan Aesthetics united its long-standing training and educational programs to launch Allergan Medical Institute (AMI).
  • 2024 marks a decade of advancing excellence in clinical practice while empowering confidence and elevating the craft of medical aesthetics around the world.