Lytx rolls out AI-powered geospatial solutions

Global leader in video safety and telematics Lytx, Inc., revealed its Weather Hazard Alerts. The artificial intelligence (AI)-powered geospatial technology is available to all Lytx clients as a project within the Lytx Lab tab in their accounts. Developed within the Lytx Lab, the alert system allows fleet managers to receive notifications based on geospatial criteria and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather data, facilitating real-time decision-making for safer and more efficient driving, the company notes. “As trailblazers in geospatial intelligence, we are excited to present our customers with the power of our extensive data network combined with AI that understands context, enabling us to provide invaluable insights that enhance safety and promote operational excellence,” said Rajesh Rudraradhya, Lytx’s chief technology officer, in a statement. “Through the application of machine vision and artificial intelligence technology to analyze vehicle imagery from vehicles in hazardous conditions, we are actively progressing towards the creation of highly localized weather alerts, advancing our predictive intelligence to anticipate potential risks and proactively prevent accidents.” Noting that Weather Hazard Alerts can be filtered from factors like location, time frame and type of severe weather, fleet managers can view current images from across the Lytx network, which is the industry’s largest network of cloud-connected devices via the Lytx Vision Platform, the company says.

Vacuum Interrupters releases latest replacement

Texas-based Vacuum Interrupters, a leading manufacturer of replacement vacuum interrupters and parts, has introduced the WL-23326C. The product is the company’s latest replacement vacuum interrupter, and is a direct fit-and-function replacement for the Westinghouse WL-23326C vacuum interrupter. It meets original equipment ratings and is intended for use in the Westinghouse VACUTAP UVT load tap changer, the company notes. The interrupter replacement “is built to provide excellent high-voltage insulation, high cumulative and breaking capacity, exclusive internal torsion control and an exception vacuum seal thanks to a fine alumina ceramic,” it says. The WL-23326C offers 1500 A RMS-rated current, 15.5 kV RMS maximum voltage, 110 kV peak impulse withstand, as well as 20 kA RMS-rated short-circuit breaking current. The WL-23326C interrupter replacement requires no modification for proper installation or operation within the existing electrical equipment. The company says it can provide assembly components and mounting hardware to aid in installation and shorten downtime.

INDCO reveals cap mounted tote lid mixers

Industrial mixer technology leader INDCO Inc. recently released its TL-series direct drive cap-mounted IBC tote mixers. These mixers are ideal for mixing or suspending solids in intermediate bulk containers, the company says. They are available with air or electric operation, from ¾ to 4 horsepower, and are configured for vigorous agitation in low viscosities or medium agitation for heavier-bodied liquids. The units include shaft, three-bladed machined square pitch style impellers, with a 6-inch screw cap for ease of installation. INDCO says that the air models are lightweight and variable speed, with speed control valves. The electric models include handles that make it easy to install the mixer into tote. The company’s TL-series mixers are available with very short lead times, from same-day shipment to two business days. INDCO notes that the mixers are ideal for a variety of chemical mixing applications.

TekniPlex Consumer Products introduces rubber sheets and rollstock

TekniPlex Consumer Products, a globally-integrated provider of innovative solutions through materials science and manufacturing technologies, is now offering rubber sheets and rollstock. These products are suitable for producing gaskets, seals, valves and washers for a broad spectrum of industries, including the food and beverage industry, the company notes. “TekniPlex has built a strong reputation as a developer and manufacturer of protective rubber products in sectors nearly as broad as our solutions themselves,” said Vaishali Patel, senior director of sales, integrated performance solutions, Americas, in a statement. “Now, our unsurpassed rubber engineering capabilities and recent infrastructure investments have made it possible for TekniPlex to supply the base rubber substrates in addition to the final rubber-based products — offering converters and die-cutters a steady, reliable stream of versatile rubber polymers.” TekniPlex rubber sheets and rollstock are manufactured at production facilities in both the United States and Europe, allowing for a wide variety of base rubber polymers to be available — including neoprene, nitrile, butyl, EPDM and Viton. The company’s onsite testing environments allow for tight thickness tolerances and expedient development of custom-designed solutions, it says.

AstroNova unveils new digital printing solutions

Global leader in data visualization tehnologies AstroNova, Inc., introduced a variety of new digital printer solutions under its flagship QuickLabel and TrojanLabel product brands. The solutions include the QuickLabel QL-900, a desktop inkjet label printer for full-color labeling applications; the TrojanLabel T2-PRO, a compact digital label press aimed toward industrial and professional printing segments; the TrojanLabel T3-PRO, a compact CMYK digital print module; and the VF-280 Commercial Vacuum Feeder, a high-speed commercial vacuum friction feeder designed to handle various materials. The company offers a wide range of digital label printers, compact presses and direct-to-package printing equipment under its flagship product brands. AstroNova also offers a variety of blank label materials through its Get Labels brand, which the company says falls “under its total solution approach to cater to the needs of brand owners and print shops for in-house label production.” In addition to those services and product offerings, AstroNova provides custom design and manufacturing solutions for a multitude of well-known envelope and label printer brands that are active in the printing industry.

St. Louis-based HDA Architects was tapped to design L&F Distributors’ new distribution center in El Paso, Texas. The 222,000-square-foot facility, aside from it distribution center, also will include offices. “From the branded exterior infused with L&F colors, to the family history displays throughout the interior, to its people-first workplaces amenities, the new El Paso distribution center showcases the company’s core values that have led to its tremendous growth over the past 45 years,” said Jack Holleran, HDA president, in a statement.

Global supplier of recyclable glass packaging Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP), Luxembourg, launched a new solar power plant at its facility in Dongen, the Netherlands that supplies renewable electricity on-site. “The start-up of the new solar installation, which we expect to generate over 8000 MWh of electricity per annum, is a significant step in making our target to use 100% renewable electricity by 2030 a reality,” said Annelene Ikemann, sustainability directed, AGP-Europe, in a statement. “We are excited that two additional installations in other regions will also be commissioned soon.”

Westfalia Technologies Inc., York, Pa., announced Erlan Rice as the new vice president of control systems and support. Rice brings 40 years of experience in management solutions. “Our primary focal points are to integrate and refine the team’s approach by using systematic, well-documented processes to increase efficiencies and cross-train internal team members to better utilize the existing workforce,” Rice said in a statement. “In addition, we plan to bring added talent and resources on board to reinforce out teams as we move to support Westfalia’s growing market share.”

Y-Combinator-backed Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform Writesonic recently revealed Botsonic, an AI chatbot designed to reshape customer communications, it says. The chatbot features cutting-edge generative AI and large language models, offering an unprecedented level of autonomous decision-making and personalized user experiences, the company says. “Botsonic redefines how businesses engage with customers, offering unprecedented autonomy and personalization,” said Samanyou Garg, CEO and co-founder of Writesonic, in a statement. “Powered by cutting-edge AI, Botsonic reflects our commitment to efficiency and customer satisfaction. With this launch we will be able to help businesses seamlessly transform customer communications across industries.”

Husky Technologies, Bolton, Canada, named John Linker as chief financial officer, replacing John Hafferty. Joining Husky from Serta Simmons Bedding LLC, Linker served as executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief operations officer at his former employer. “I’m thrilled to join Husky at such an exciting time for the company,” Linker said in a statement. “Husky has a well-deserved reputation for innovation and quality, and an unwavering commitment to helping its customers achieve their goals. I look forward to being part of the team.”

Allison Transmission has selected W. W. Williams as the authorized distributor for the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Alaska, as well as parts of Oregon, Idaho and Northern California. The company says the territories include three parts and service facilities, a training center and a network of more than 80 dealers. “We will leverage our considerable experience with Allison Transmission in the areas of dealer development, safety, training, establishment of best practices and other areas,” said Bobby Bell, W.W. Williams chief financial officer, in a statement.