Smiths Group

Smiths Detection’s Hi-SCAN 10080 XCT Explosives Detection System Receives Approval from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s Air Cargo Screening Technology List

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, today announces that its Explosive Detection System (EDS) HI-SCAN 10080 XCT advanced X-ray computed tomography system for hold baggage and air cargo has been approved on the U.S. Transportation Security Administrations (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL).

Key Points: 
  • Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, today announces that its Explosive Detection System (EDS) HI-SCAN 10080 XCT advanced X-ray computed tomography system for hold baggage and air cargo has been approved on the U.S. Transportation Security Administrations (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL).
  • The HI-SCAN 10080 XCT is the latest addition to the list.
  • The HI-SCAN 10080 XCT is also qualified under the U.S. SAFETY Act, which sets limited liability for claims related to terrorism.
  • Smiths Detection, a division of Smiths Group, is a global leader in inspection and detection technologies for the air transport, ports and borders, armed forces and urban security markets.

The Worldwide Tunable Filter Industry is Expected to Reach $167 Million by 2026

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Monday, March 7, 2022

DUBLIN, March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Worldwide Tunable Filter Industry" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Worldwide Tunable Filter Industry" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Tunable Filter Market is estimated to be USD 97.0 Mn in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 167.17 Mn by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 11.5%.
  • On the other hand, the high capital required for the tunable filters and the short life cycle of the tunable filter solutions restrict the market's growth.
  • The Global Tunable Filter Market is segmented further based on Application Type, Type, Tuning Mechanism Type, Component Type, End-Use Type, and Geography.

STANLEY BLACK & DECKER ELECTS ANDREA J. AYERS CHAIR AND ADRIAN V. MITCHELL AS DIRECTOR

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Friday, February 18, 2022

In addition, the Board of Directors elected Adrian V. Mitchell, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Macy's, Inc. as a director.

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  • In addition, the Board of Directors elected Adrian V. Mitchell, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Macy's, Inc. as a director.
  • "On behalf of the entire Board of Directors at Stanley Black & Decker, I want to thank Sir George for his 15 years of director service, beginning with his position as a director for Black & Decker," said Ayers.
  • Buckley joined the Black & Decker Board in 2006 and later joined the Stanley Black & Decker board in 2010 following the merger of the two companies.
  • Ayers is the former President and Chief Executive Officer, as well as a Director, of Convergys Corporation and has been a Stanley Black & Decker director since December 2014.

Achiko AG Strengthens Senior Team with Appointment of Head of Corporate Development

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

53 LR Achiko AG (OTCQB: ACHKF) (SIX: ACHI; ISIN CH0522213468) (Achiko, the Company) is pleased to announce the appointment of strategic and corporate development executive David Hodge to the position of Head of Corporate Development and announces the retirement of Christophe Laurent as Board Director.

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  • 53 LR Achiko AG (OTCQB: ACHKF) (SIX: ACHI; ISIN CH0522213468) (Achiko, the Company) is pleased to announce the appointment of strategic and corporate development executive David Hodge to the position of Head of Corporate Development and announces the retirement of Christophe Laurent as Board Director.
  • He has been a strategic and corporate development advisor to world leading companies on business transformation and strategic challenges in emerging and developed markets, with a focus on profitable strategic growth.
  • Mr. Hodge started his role as Head of Corporate Development on January21, 2022.
  • His rich strategic and corporate development experience will bring a new dimension to Achiko as we prepare for commercialization beyond Indonesia, said Achiko CEO Steven Goh.

Worldwide Airport X-Ray Security Screening System Industry to 2028 - Growing Safety Concern due to Increasing Incidences of Terrorism Presents Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

The "Airport X-Ray Security Screening System Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Airport X-Ray Security Screening System Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Security screening machines at airports perform passenger or luggage scanning using X-ray (ionizing radiation) or high radiofrequency (RF) radiations (nonionizing radiation).
  • For instance, in 2019, Smiths Detection announced that the company was trailing hold-baggage security at Terminal 1 of Sydney Airport.
  • The airport x-ray security screening system market is segmented on the basis of component, type, and geography.

Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. Appoints Shahram Askarpour as Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, January 14, 2022

Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISSC) today announces that the Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Shahram Askarpour, the Companys President, to the role of Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISSC) today announces that the Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Shahram Askarpour, the Companys President, to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
  • Dr. Askarpours appointment follows yesterdays announcement of the untimely passing of former IS&S Chairman and CEO Geoffrey S. M. Hedrick.
  • Since founding IS&S in 1988, Geoff built up a strong and reliable management team to solidify our company for the future.
  • About Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc.
    Headquartered in Exton, Pa., Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. ( www.innovative-ss.com ) is a systems integrator that designs and manufactures flight guidance and cockpit display systems for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and retrofit applications.

Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. Mourns Death of Chairman & CEO Geoff Hedrick

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Thursday, January 13, 2022

We will miss the creativity, keen intellect and leadership Geoff has shown over the past several decades.

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  • We will miss the creativity, keen intellect and leadership Geoff has shown over the past several decades.
  • In 1971, Mr. Hedrick founded Harowe Systems, Inc. as a joint venture with another company in aerospace hardware.
  • During the course of his career in avionics, Mr. Hedrick held nearly 100 patents in the electronics, optoelectric, electromagnetic, aerospace and contamination-control fields.
  • About Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc.
    Headquartered in Exton, Pa., Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc. ( www.innovative-ss.com ) is a systems integrator that designs and manufactures flight guidance and cockpit display systems for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and retrofit applications.

ServiceMax Launches Spark 360 To Accelerate Implementation of Key Asset-Centric Functionality and Drive Continued Customer Success

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Spark 360 also leverages the MaxApproach, an implementation methodology developed through hundreds of successful customer implementations, that delivers maximum efficiency throughout the rollout.

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  • Spark 360 also leverages the MaxApproach, an implementation methodology developed through hundreds of successful customer implementations, that delivers maximum efficiency throughout the rollout.
  • "Spark 360 enables new clients to quickly implement our Asset 360 product and start seeing the benefits of their transformation right away."
  • As 2021 draws to a close, ServiceMax's Asset 360 continues to attract new customers, including Lowry Solutions who completed a significant new implementation in Q3.
  • Looking forward, the addition of Spark 360 and its fixed scope furthers the company's ability to help customers to go live faster with Asset 360.

Smiths Detection wins contract to supply Radiation Portal Monitors across the US to DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, today announces that it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) to provide 110 radiation portal monitors (RPM).

Key Points: 
  • Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies, today announces that it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) to provide 110 radiation portal monitors (RPM).
  • Partnering with Radiation Solutions, Inc, the RPMs will be deployed across land border crossings throughout the US.
  • The RPM is a passive checkpoint which can detect potentially dangerous radiation emitting material which passes through its detection zone.
  • Shan Hood, President of Smiths Detection Inc., said, We are delighted to announce our new contract with the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office, continuing our relationship after the initial contract award for test unit RPMs in January 2019.

Smiths Detection calls for a more focused commitment to protect society from biothreats during The Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

Dr. Warren Mino, Managing Director of Biotechnology for Smiths Detection , has called for greater federal investment in biodetection programs to protect society from biothreats.

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  • Dr. Warren Mino, Managing Director of Biotechnology for Smiths Detection , has called for greater federal investment in biodetection programs to protect society from biothreats.
  • The Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense is a privately funded entity which provides assessments on the U.S. states biodefense efforts as well as recommendations on how these efforts can be further improved.
  • Smiths Detections actionable recommendations complement those of the recent report from the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense, Saving Sisyphus: Advanced Biodetection for the 21st Century (October 2021).
  • Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, defense, and urban security markets.