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SGS is pleased to announce the far-reaching expansion of its fire safety, resistance and flammability testing services at its laboratory in Farmingdale, New York, USA.

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / ACCESSWIRE / March 7, 2024 / SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce the far-reaching expansion of fire safety, resistance and flammability testing services at its laboratory in Farmingdale, New York, USA.

As a leading provider of fire safety testing, SGS has gained approval from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for an expanded scope of testing solutions for the maritime industry whilst also extending services provided within the framework of its ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation.

Bobby Brown, Director of Operations and Business Development, SGS said: "This expansion is testament to our commitment to providing exceptional services to our clients. Our team of experts has worked diligently to incorporate the new tests, enhance existing methodologies, and leverage innovative technologies.

"The broader capability builds on our expertise and SGS’s 2017 acquisition of Govmark Testing Services to ensure that our clients, particularly from the aviation, automotive and maritime sectors, receive the highest level of service. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested."

As a USCG Accepted Independent Laboratory in accordance with 46 CFR 159.010 and USCG Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 02-06, production testing, annual testing inspection and follow-up inspection services can now be undertaken in line with the following approval series:

• Part 1: Non-combustibility
• Part 2: Smoke 2.4.1 and toxicity (FTIR) 2.4.2
• Part 5: Surface flammability
• Part 7: Vertical flammability
• Part 8: Upholstered furniture
• Part 9: Bedding components
• Part 10: Appendix 2 cone calorimetry

To demonstrate compliance with both USCG and International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations, all flammability testing is conducted in accordance with the International Code for Application of Fire Test Procedures, 2010 FTP (Fire Test Procedures).

In addition, SGS now provides accredited testing for:

• Aviation and automotive:
  • Aerospace – power plant flame penetration – test methods BSS 7338
  • Airplane interiors – FAA Part 25 Chapter 12, AITM 2.0056, BSS 7387, FAA Part 25 Appendix F Part Vll
• Building materials:
  • Test methods ASTM E2768, CAN/ULC-S102 and CAN/ULC S102.2, NFPA 262
• Furnishings, carpets and textiles:
  • Drapery/decorative materials – test method BS 5867-2, ISO 15025, ISO 6941
• Wire and cables:
  • Product development – UL 1581 Section 1080 VW-1
• Analytical new section on scope:
  • Test methods ASTM D92, ISO 2592, ASTM D93, IP 34, ISO 2719, ISO 15267

The SGS laboratory is recognized by various US Code agencies, state authorities, international organizations and industry leaders, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Effective from January 2024, the expanded flammability testing capabilities will ensure SGS is best placed to support its domestic and international clients to meet national and international regulations and requirements demanded across a multitude of industry sectors.

Learn more: SGS’s Fire Safety Services

Contact Information

Kate Seiler
Global Marketing Director, Connectivity & Products, SGS
cp.media@sgs.com

SOURCE: SGS SA

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Sport-Inspired Brand’s Seasonal Launch Includes USPA Sport

WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESSWIRE / March 7, 2024 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its iconic, sport-inspired Spring-Summer Collection for 2024. The brand’s global photo shoot took place in idyllic Palm Springs, California, known for its picturesque desert landscape, regal palm groves, lush polo fields, and scenic poolside vistas under the golden rays of the Coachella Valley sunshine. Other key product launches this spring include USPA Sport 2024.

U.S. Polo Assn.’s Spring-Summer 2024 Collection features bold stripes and sun-washed pops of color representing the free spirit and heritage of the sport-inspired brand. Retro resort style springs to life in matching sets and tonal polo shirts, while models and professional polo players alike bask under the palm trees in U.S. Polo Assn.’s newest fashion. Sporty models showcase vibrant colors and patterns beside the brand’s signature red, white, and blue stripe, while artisan textures within the collection include breezy linen, comfortable denim, and soft, seasonal dresses. Stylish, vibrant accessories include convertible crossbody bags, bucket hats, fashionable footwear, and on-trend eyewear, all of which complement the unique colors, styles, and fabrics in the warm-weather collection.

"U.S. Polo Assn.’s Spring-Summer 2024 Collection was inspired by the global reach of the sport of polo and the beautiful elements of fashion in the season’s trends, all highlighted in our brand’s signature style in California’s desert oasis," said Brian Kaminer, SVP of Brand and Product for U.S. Polo Assn. "We celebrate the spirit of the season in this global collection with pops of sun-washed colors, bold patterns, and artisan textures so fans of the brand feel cool and comfortable in U.S. Polo Assn.’s classic, sport-inspired American style."

U.S. Polo Assn. is also proud to launch the USPA Sport Collection for 2024. The mostly men’s athleisurewear line is an edgier, bold style designed in bright primary colors, available to consumers globally. The newest USPA Sport Collection features embossed branding in breathable polo shirts, comfortable shorts, colorful t-shirts, and coordinating sets all proudly showcasing U.S. Polo Assn.’s signature double horsemen logo.

Also included in our USPA Sport Collection is USPA Pro, the newest version of the high-performance product line, designed for polo players and equestrian athletes alike. Created in continual collaboration with professional polo players, this special collection is only available online and at the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) Retail Shop in Palm Beach County, Florida. The USPA Pro product line features ventilated, drop-bottom gear bags, cushioned knee-high socks, Argentinian hand-stitched belts, breathable performance hoodies, and the sport’s signature white polo pants with drawstrings. In U.S. Polo Assn.’s iconic red, white, and blue color palette, the USPA Pro line seeks to enhance the gameplay for polo players through products specifically designed for peak performance.

"Every collection created by the U.S. Polo Assn. Design Team has elements that connect our brand back to the sport of polo, which is our heritage and brand DNA," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company which manages and markets the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "Whether it’s through strategic partnerships like the one with ESPN, supporting global polo events, or our product launches, our mission is to stay true to U.S. Polo Assn.’s authentic connection to the sport."

About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global

U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country’s oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through some 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A recent, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.

U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized around the world with awards for global growth, expansion, licensing, and digital growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, particularly in the last five years, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world.

For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn. 

USPA Global is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com.

Contact Information

Stacey Kovalsky
VP Global PR and Communications
skovalsky@uspagl.com
+001.561.790.8036

Kaela Drake
PR & Communications Specialist
kdrake@uspagl.com
+001.561.461.8596

SOURCE: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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BANGKOK, THAILAND / ACCESSWIRE / March 6, 2024 / Spacely AI, a comprehensive interior architecture design platform powered by Generative AI, is excited to close a pre-seed investment from SCB 10X. The funding will fuel Spacely AI’s mission to empower everyone with the opportunity to design their own success and position Spacely AI as the go-to platform in spatial design.

"SCB 10X is proud to back Spacely AI and their mission to unlock productivity and creativity for designers. Given the powerful breakthroughs in visual-based generative AI, spatial design is an application that will continue to benefit with the rapid advancements of this technology. We will continue to support Spacely AI in identifying the strategic and product priorities for the platform, enriching Spacely AI’s proposition from Thailand to the global design community," shared Mukaya (Tai) Panich, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Venture and Investment Officer of SCB 10X.

"The backing from SCB 10X is a partnership that aligns with our vision to transform the spatial design landscape. This underscores our mutual belief in the potential of Generative AI to redefine global design standards," says Paruey Anadirekkul, Chief Executive Officer of Spacely AI.

Spacely AI is expanding their global footprint, serving users from Thailand, United States, Portugal, and several other countries worldwide. They have achieved recognition from the global startup community, winning the second runner-up in the "Tech in Asia 2023 Regional Startup Competition" and emerging as the first runner-up in the "LabLab Stable Diffusion Hackathon 2023".

Forming strategic partnerships with Index Living Mall and Proud Real Estate, Spacely AI’s has designed over 1,000,000+ spaces for 120,000+ users worldwide. The platform offers 12+ innovative features, 100+ interior curated premium styles, and supports more than 100+ space types, from interiors to exteriors, providing a comprehensive solution for all spatial design needs.

"In choosing Spacely AI’s technology, Index Living Mall aims to precisely capture customer requirements, boost designer productivity, and enhance the customer experience. This platform streamlines our design process, reducing the need for revisions and improving efficiency. It represents a significant step forward in our commitment to service excellence and business growth," said Ekalak Patamasatayasonthi, Senior Vice President Business Development at YOUNIQUE & The Walk Line.

"Our partnership with Spacely AI has enhanced the customer journey, creating unparalleled experiences that truly reflect our brand and our real estate offerings. Their AI-driven designs have created our spaces into interactive canvases, serving as the touchpoints for engagement throughout the customer journey. This enables customers to seamlessly bring their design ideas to reality," stated Pasu Liptapanlop, Director, Proud Real Estate.

Today Spacely AI unveils its new API products made available for enterprises:

• Instant Rendering API: Allows for quick visualization of design concepts, effortlessly bringing ideas to life.
• Smart Recommendation API: Matches your products with customer’s designed space based on their preferences, budget, and space.
• Product Visualization API: Provides a visual representation of your products within customer’s spaces.
• Precision Space Planning API: Offers detailed space measurement guidance for optimal fit and sizing.

The enterprise’s API solutions offer product visualization that enhances both sales and customer experiences.

"The launch of our Enterprise API is a significant leap forward as we set our sights on expanding towards the full spectrum of spatial design, pushing the boundaries of creativity and functionality," adds Paruey Anadirekkul, CEO of Spacely AI.

Join Spacely AI in this exciting journey to redefine spatial design with Generative AI.

Contact Information

Paruey Anadirekkul
CEO
paruey@spacely.ai

Thanatcha Pojthaveekiat
Head of Commercial
thanatcha@spacely.ai

Nawinda Hanrattana
Marketing
nawinda@spacely.ai

Napatsapa Vajarodaya
COO
napatsapa@spacely.ai

SOURCE: Spacely AI

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SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / February 29, 2024 / General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew the XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station (OBSS) for the first time on Feb. 28, 2024. OBSS is an Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) program and GA-ASI was selected in 2021 to design, build and fly the new aircraft.

With flight of the AFRL-funded XQ-67A, GA-ASI has validated the "genus/species" concept first developed with AFRL as part of the Low-Cost Attritable Aircraft Platform Sharing (LCAAPS) program focused on building several aircraft variants from a common core chassis.

Under LCAAPS, AFRL and GA-ASI explored the development of a chassis, termed a "genus", as the foundational core architecture from which several "species" of aircraft can be built.

"This provides an alternative acquisition approach for military aircraft that enables faster development, lower costs and more opportunities for frequent technology refresh," said Trenton White, OBSS Program Manager and aerospace engineer in AFRL’s Aerospace Systems Directorate. "XQ-67A is the first ‘species’ to be designed and built from this shared platform. Flight demonstration of this system is a major first step toward showing the ability to produce affordable combat mass."

"OBSS is the first aircraft type built and flown using a common core chassis developed by GA-ASI that promotes commonality across multiple vehicle types," said GA-ASI Vice President of Advanced Programs Michael Atwood.

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About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator^® RPA series and the Lynx^® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

About AFRL

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force. AFRL plays an integral role in leading the discovery, development and integration of affordable warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace force. With a workforce of more than 12,500 across nine technology areas and 40 other operations across the globe, AFRL provides a diverse portfolio of science and technology ranging from fundamental to advanced research and technology development. For more information, visit www.afresearchlab.com.

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Contact Information

GA-ASI Media Relations
asi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com
+1 (858) 524-8101

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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Barcelona, Spain – Mobile World Congress 2024

BARCELONA, SPAIN / ACCESSWIRE / February 29, 2024 / TM Technologies has partnered with Switzerland’s Quantum Resistant Cryptography, S.A. (QRC) to increase both the speed and security of wireless communications. QRC’s cutting-edge encryption is nine orders of magnitude stronger than AES-256, providing unparalleled quantum resistance. The combination of TM Technologies’ bandwidth-optimizing Cognitive Spectrum Optimization ("CSO") with QRC’s best-of-class encryption is now capable of providing low-latency quantum-resistant communications at speeds that exceed current non-encrypted communications.

The advent of quantum computing is widely understood to pose an imminent threat to the security of all conventionally encrypted information, including communications of passwords, transactions, and personal information.

The incorporation of QRC quantum-resistant encryption will initially be applied to three leading Transpositional Modulation use cases:

• Near Field Communications: Used commonly in point of sale from credit cards and mobile applications as well as in the hospitality and healthcare industries, the quantum-resistant QRC encryption combined with TM Technologies’ CSO is estimated to exceed current NFC speeds by 13.5x.
• Satellite Communications: Whether geostationary, conventional LEO or LEO direct to device, TM + QRC offers a means to increase download speeds while greatly improving security.
• 5G / 6G: 3GPP-compatible and ORAN-compatible high-security use cases, such as in the enterprise, smart cities or law enforcement, can utilize this speed and security enhancement to stay ahead of emerging threats.

TM Technologies Director of Research and Development Dr. Scott Velasquez said, "Transpositional Modulation has existing security features that make it one of the most efficient and secure waveforms in existence, and our QRC partnership adds an important component of export-compliant quantum-resistant encryption that make sense for all customers interested in future-proofing their secure communications."

"TM Technologies’ innovative solution has created dramatically faster contactless transactions," said Stiepan Kovac, founder and Group CEO of QRC. "Our advanced encryption adds the best security to this novel technology without negatively affecting the efficacy or speed. We are very proud of this novel collaboration."

About TM Technologies, Inc. www.tmtechnologies.com

TM Technologies is a privately held, independent technology research, development and intellectual property firm founded in 2013. With engineering and lab space in San Diego, California, and its administrative offices in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, TM provides software licenses and integrative engineering to customers in the fields of advanced wireless technologies, Near Field Communications and In-Band-Full-Duplex solutions.

About Quantum Resistant Cryptography, S.A. www.QRcrypto.ch

QRC provides forward-thinking encryption solutions that are energy-efficient, quantum-resistant, 5G/6G+-compatible and enable future-proof communications, public infrastructure, financial transactions, and private data protection. QRC’s unique patented quantum-safe technology in 5G systems is the only solution recommended by the United Nations International Telecom Union (UN ITU-T).

Contact Information

Dan Hodges
CEO
info@tmtechnologies.com
(828) 330-4492

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SOURCE: TM Technologies

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