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Beewise Launches First Smart Beehomes to Save Bees at Scale, Reversing the Global Decline of Bees and Pollen

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Beekeeping, Beekeeper, Pollination, Agriculture, Bee, Hobbies, Human activities, Colony collapse disorder

California, which produces more than a third of America's vegetables and two-thirds of its fruits and nuts, is at the epicenter of this crisis.

Key Points: 
  • California, which produces more than a third of America's vegetables and two-thirds of its fruits and nuts, is at the epicenter of this crisis.
  • But now the Golden State's beekeepers have the latest technology in their arsenal that can turn the tide.
  • Its technology presents beekeepers with the most comprehensive solution in history, and its mission is singularly focused: save the bees, and save them quickly.
  • Beehome reduces bee mortality by up to 80%, saving bees at scale to secure pollination for a stable food supply.

Beewise Launches First Smart Beehomes to Save Bees at Scale, Reversing the Global Decline of Bees and Pollen

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Beekeeping, Beekeeper, Pollination, Agriculture, Bee, Hobbies, Human activities, Colony collapse disorder

SAN FRANCISCO and TEL AVIV, Israel, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Beehome, the world's first smarthome for bees has landed in California. Produced by Beewise, the total redesign of the 150-year-old beehive features an autonomous beekeeping robot that acts as medic and guardian to complement the natural intelligence of bees making it the the first at-scale solution for saving the global bee population, averting a major challenge to sustainability. 

Key Points: 
  • California, which produces more than a third of America's vegetables and two-thirds of its fruits and nuts, is at the epicenter of this crisis.
  • But now the Golden State's beekeepers have the latest technology in their arsenal that can turn the tide.
  • Its technology presents beekeepers with the most comprehensive solution in history, and its mission is singularly focused: save the bees, and save them quickly.
  • Beehome reduces bee mortality by up to 80%, saving bees at scale to secure pollination for a stable food supply.

Homebrewing Robot, BEERMKR, Wins Gold At National Homebrew Competition

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Homebrewing, Brewing, Hobbies, Homebrew, Fermented drinks, Brewers Association, Charlie Papazian

BOULDER, Colo., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --At this year's National Homebrew Competition, often referred to as the "Olympics of homebrewing", a beer brewed using BEERMKR, an automatic homebrewing machine, won gold.

Key Points: 
  • BOULDER, Colo., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --At this year's National Homebrew Competition, often referred to as the "Olympics of homebrewing", a beer brewed using BEERMKR, an automatic homebrewing machine, won gold.
  • Christian Chandler's American Porter, brewed using a BEERMKR, beat out 164 entrants to win first prize at the 2021 National Homebrew Competition, the world's largest homebrewing competition.
  • To learn more about Chandler's Gold Medal BEERMKR brewing experience, read the full interview on the BEERMKR website .
  • In recent years, the introduction of innovative new automatic homebrewing machines has created some tension with traditional homebrewers.

Fan Expo Dallas Returns to the Lone Star State with Super Star Power from September 17-19, 2021

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Multigenre conventions, Fandom, Meetings, Hobbies, Fan Expo, MegaCon, Comic book convention, Toronto Comicon, Informa

DALLAS, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fan Expo Dallas 2021 is gathering steam as the string of guest announcements continues through the summer.

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  • DALLAS, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fan Expo Dallas 2021 is gathering steam as the string of guest announcements continues through the summer.
  • Upcoming announcements will include a full programming schedule and other great experiences available at Fan Expo Dallas 2021.
  • "This means our exhibitors, guests, sponsors and fans can safely enjoy the full Fan Expo Dallas experience with confidence."
  • Collectively it hosts over 500,000 fans annually at FAN EXPO Canada, MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Denver, Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO Vancouver, Toronto Comicon, Dallas FAN FESTIVAL and Edmonton Comics & Entertainment Expo.

Margaret B. Tune's newly released "The Ghost and Mrs. B: A True Story of Haunting!" is the author's experience of living with the spirit of a lost loved one

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Ghosts, Pseudoscience, Ghost hunting, Hobbies, Parapsychology, Articles, Fringe theory, Human behavior

"The Ghost and Mrs. B: A True Story of Haunting!"

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  • "The Ghost and Mrs. B: A True Story of Haunting!"
  • Tune, a former model, educator, and real estate broker who married a retired Special Forces operative, Colonel Howard Tune.
  • How could I not write about living with a ghost, my late husband, who haunted me for twenty-four years!
  • For additional information or inquiries about "The Ghost and Mrs. B: A True Story of Haunting!," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

Garrett Releases New Multi Zone Walkthrough Detector

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Hobbies, Metal detector

GARLAND, Texas, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced today that its latest security walk-through metal detector is now available for orders.

Key Points: 
  • GARLAND, Texas, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced today that its latest security walk-through metal detector is now available for orders.
  • "In designing the new Multi Zone detector, our engineering team has implemented key software upgrades for enhanced detection," said Aaron Arellano, Senior Product Manager for Garrett.
  • Garrett's Multi Zone walkthrough provides precise location of one or more metal objects simultaneously.
  • With an optional iC Module, the Garrett Multi Zone can be wired or wirelessly networked for control and monitoring purposes.

Garrett Executive Celebrates 50 Years

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Hobbies, Metal detector, Garrett, Draft:American metal finders

"Since his first days with Garrett, Bob Podhrasky has been instrumental in carrying product ideas from concept through successful release," said Vaughan Garrett, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

Key Points: 
  • "Since his first days with Garrett, Bob Podhrasky has been instrumental in carrying product ideas from concept through successful release," said Vaughan Garrett, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
  • Garrett employees, city of Garland officials, and representatives from Texas manufacturing associations were on hand to offer special recognition to Podhrasky today.
  • "Bob has been with Garrett Metal Detectors almost since the year Charles and I started this company from our garage," said President Eleanor Garrett.
  • Garrett Metal Detectors, co-founded by geophysical engineer Charles Garrett and fourth generation educator Eleanor Smith Garrett, is the global leader of metal detection products for security and law enforcement applications worldwide.

Quikserv Announces the Acquisition of U.S. Bullet Proofing

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Food and drink, Human activities, Projectiles, Armour, Baking, Breads, Proofing, Bullet, Hobbies

HOUSTON, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Quikserv , Inc. ("Quikserv"), an industry leading manufacturer of transaction windows, ticket windows, and security transaction solutions, announces the acquisition of United States Bullet Proofing, Inc. ("U.S. Bullet Proofing" or "USBP").

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Quikserv , Inc. ("Quikserv"), an industry leading manufacturer of transaction windows, ticket windows, and security transaction solutions, announces the acquisition of United States Bullet Proofing, Inc. ("U.S. Bullet Proofing" or "USBP").
  • Based in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, U.S. Bullet Proofing offers a wide array of Blast, Ballistic, and Forced Entry Resistant Doors, Windows, Wall Systems and Louvers.
  • "U.S. Bullet Proofing fits perfectly within our strategy of expanding our presence in the high security market.
  • Ken will continue leading U.S. Bullet Proofing as President as well as driving companywide innovation across both brands.

ViewScan 2.0 from IPVideo Corporation Wins 2021 Safety and Security Best New Metal Detection Product Awards for K12 and Higher Education

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Data security, Computer network security, Hobbies, Metal detector, Computer security, Cyberwarfare

ViewScan , the concealed weapons detection, and loss prevention system by IPVideo Corporation has been updated with version 2.0 allowing for greater flexibility and faster processing with weapons and loss prevention screening.

Key Points: 
  • ViewScan , the concealed weapons detection, and loss prevention system by IPVideo Corporation has been updated with version 2.0 allowing for greater flexibility and faster processing with weapons and loss prevention screening.
  • This can be particularly useful for school facilities utilizing ViewScan at events where the system would temporarily need to be placed.
  • A panel of judges from the industry selected ViewScan 2.0 as a Platinum winner for both K12 and Higher Education Safety and Security Metal Detection in the seventh year of this contest.
  • 1105 Media's Infrastructure Solutions Group includes several leading industry media brands that provide new product and technology solutions for security professionals: Security Today, securitytoday.com, GovSec, Campus Security & Life Safety, and campuslifesecurity.com.

Global Contraband Detector Market 2021: Ongoing Technological Advancements in Security Screening Systems and Revised European Union Threat Detection Standards - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, June 25, 2021
Technology, Security, Detectors, Hobbies, Metal detector, Technology

The global contraband detector market is expected to grow from USD 3.9 billion in 2021 to USD 5.6 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 7.5%.

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  • The global contraband detector market is expected to grow from USD 3.9 billion in 2021 to USD 5.6 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 7.5%.
  • The major factor restraining the growth of the contraband detector market is the huge initial investment and higher operational and maintenance costs associated with security systems.
  • Metal detection technology is the fastest-growing segment of the contraband detector market by technology type.
  • This is expected to drive the market for metal detection technology during the forecast period.