Mek (Marantz Electronics Ltd), has recently announced the installation of an iSpector AOI system within PKC Group in Finland. In association with Mek partner, SMT House, the manufacturer recently commissioned an iSpector HDL350 at its Raahe site in Finland.

PKC designs and manufactures electrical distribution systems, wire & cables, wiring components and electronics predominantly for the commercial vehicle, automotive and electronics industries. With 19,759 employees globally the Group's net sales amounted to EUR 928.2 million in 2012. The Electronics division, headquartered in Raahe, offers flexible prototype and customised low volume, high mix production services.

Fundamental to their latest selection of AOI equipment was the ease and speed of programming. Following benchmark trials with multiple suppliers to acquire comparable performance data PKC selected Mek iSpector for flexibility and price as well as the programming. The proximity of a local Finnish speaking distributor, SMT House, offering full technical sales support was also a major factor in the purchasing decision.

Mek's iSpector series also includes the world's first desktop AOI system to offer one top camera and eight side cameras in 45/45 degree configuration. Solder joints of increasingly popular 45 degree space-saving circuitry designs can now be inspected with 10m resolution side cameras. Combining simultaneous 9 camera inspection, true 24-bit colour imaging technology and 3D Solder Meniscus profiling, these systems deliver advanced AOI performance with either manual or fully automated PCB handling.

About Mek A former division of Marantz well known for its high quality Audio/Video products, MEK Japan (Marantz Electronics Kabushiki Kaisha), developed its first AOI system in 1994. Developed to inspect PCB assemblies for correct component placement and soldering, the company's original AOI system was designed for use in Marantz factories. Proving to be a highly successful, cost-effective alternative to traditional human inspection, MEK developed its first generation commercial system in 1996. With a steadily growing installed base, MEK Japan and its European headquarters, MEK Europe BV, have sold over 5000 units worldwide to date. Now well established as a leading force in AOI technologies, the company recently launched a 5D post-print SPI system which combines 3D and 2D image processing methodologies to deliver unprecedented defect detection.

About PKC Group PKC Group is a global partner, designing, manufacturing and integrating electrical distribution systems, electronics and related architecture components for the commercial vehicle industry and other selected segments. The Group has production facilities in Brazil, China, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Mexico, Poland, Russia and the USA. The Group's revenue in 2012 totalled EUR 928.2 million. PKC Group Plc is listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd.

MEK Contact: Agency Contact Henk Biemans MEK Europe Polluxstraat 2B 5047RB Tilburg The Netherlands Tel: +31 40 7114111 Email: henk.biemans@mek-europe.com

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Matti Luotola SMT House AB Bredgatan 11 252 25 Helsingborg Sweden Mobile: +358 45 3480 545 Email: ml@smthouse.com http://www.smthouse.com

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LPG gas sensor, Engine Temperature, internal temperature sensor use wireless 2.4 ghz communication only power supply is connected no other wiring installation.

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Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) February 19, 2014

MediaCaddy, winner of 2012 DigiAward for Best Small Screen Format Digital Display, introduces a newly enhanced model of its patent pending digital display bar caddy. The new model is designed to serve casual dining bars and restaurants and comes equipped with dual USB hubs to facilitate charging cell phones.

MediaCaddy, an Atlanta based company, was awarded the 2012 DigiAward for Best Small Screen Format Digital Display for its modern update to the traditional bar caddy. Market demand for restaurants to offer cell phone charging access for its guests led to a simple upgrade to the MediaCaddy which now includes a USB hub at either end of the device to allow charging of cell phones. The new version of the caddy was deployed in November 2013 to over 30 locations via MediaCaddys strategic partner, CaddyVision Network, in Tampa, FL. The new design will replace the existing model in Atlanta Hartsfield Airport, Turner Field, Minnesota via United Media Group, Philadelphia via Clear Cloud Media and South America via ProMedia. The current inventory of over 1500 caddies is ready for immediate deployment with manufacturing plans for an additional 10,000 units.

MediaCaddy is in conversations with the leading sports bar in America, as well as several other chains among the Technomic Top 100 Casual Dining Chains. Additionally, conversations are ongoing with the all five of the top breweries in the country for product sponsorship. According to the Technomic Top 100 Casual Dining Restaurant Report (2012), the average growth rate in units is 2.7% with an average per person check price of $18.50. The average revenue per unit is nearly $4M. With distribution opportunities in over 16,000 chain units and over 10,000 independents, achieving critical mass for concentration in the Top 25 DMAs should be achievable in less than two years.

Mary Kokoszka, a 15 year veteran of cinema advertising with National Cinemedia, accepted the role of SVP Sales and Marketing in October, 2013. She states, "When I heard the average dwell time of a typical casual dining consumer was 57 min, and MediaCaddys distribution footprint was at the bar among casual dining sports bars and restaurants, I knew the product would be a home run. The target market would skew over 50% male while captive, relaxed and receptive. Not to mention theyre reaching them while out of home, in a discretionary spend mode." She went on to say, "In working closely with restaurants over the years, I was proud to introduce a product that provided utility, the ability to increase sales and a source of revenue for restaurants." Market results indicate an average lift in sales of 19%. A formal research study will be completed no later than May 2014.

Lastly, the timing is ideal for the addition of digital signage network to the casual dining segment. With industry leaders like Applebees, Chilis and Buffalo Wild Wings introducing digital ordering tablets or gaming devices, consumers acceptance and engagement with digital technology primed and ready. According to MediaCaddys Chief Operating Partner, Paul Byrd, "MediaCaddy is a compliment to any digital ordering tablet system. We perform a completely different function in our utility of holding condiments and straws and influencing guests at the crucial point of sale. Both products help improve the bottom line to restaurants, however, the MediaCaddy model makes money for the restauranteur without any capital investment, downtime or training."

MediaCaddy will be licensing additional territories in the US in March for resellers interested in owning their own media network footprint. National and multi-unit chains will still be secured via MediaCaddys corporate office in Atlanta. Restaurant and potential Licensors are encouraged to visit the MediaCaddy website (http://www.mediacaddy.com) or contact Mary Kokoszka directly at 855-635-4361.

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NEC has introduced a new version of its E RAN solution featuring multimode small cells an on premises services node and an upgraded small cell gateway

Using an enterprise's existing Ethernet infrastructure, the E-RAN solution avoids the need for coaxial cable installation works, CAT6/7 Ethernet re-wiring or specialist indoor radio planning, reducing installation times.

MEC said that it also uses only a fraction of the power of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) without the need for special air-conditioning and associated operating costs.

"Our mobile operator customers tell us that they can only deploy a fraction of the large scale in-building coverage deployments requested by customers in any given year," said Martin Guthrie, Head of Business Development EMEA -- Small Cells at NEC Europe. "E-RAN is a mature and proven solution - which now supports LTE - that costs significantly less than DAS from both a capital and operational perspective and is very quick to install. It also provides an opportunity to generate revenue from what is traditionally seen as a defensive investment in the customer."

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Boeing is offering a one-time bonus of 8 percent of a years pay to workers at the 787 Dreamliner plant in North Charleston, S.C., if they can fix the production problems there within the next few months.

To reduce the deluge of work that has been flowing unfinished to Everetts final-assembly plant, managers in Charleston also are reorganizing the myriad jobs involved in assembling the jets mid-fuselage, where the worst bottleneck is.

And Boeing says it has completed the first step in its campaign to control Charlestons production problems: rapidly hiring 1,100 workers, many of them skilled contractors, in the past three months.

However, a big backlog has built up. Last week, the mid-fuselage build teams were just shy of 8,000 jobs behind schedule. At recent rates, thats about 10 days of work.

There are still a lot of wiring issues, and efforts to fix that are taking a lot of manpower and a lot of hours, said a manager in Charleston.

The most recent fuselage sections delivered to Everett from Charleston are those for Dreamliner No. 178.

Boeings latest target, said the manager, is to minimize the work traveling incomplete to Everett by Dreamliner No. 195. That would be within a couple months.

But to me it still feels chaotic, cautioned the manager, who, like other employees cited in this story, spoke on condition of anonymity because Boeing doesnt allow workers to speak without authorization. I dont think that will happen by line number 195.

Meanwhile in Everett, work is still backing up as sections arrive missing not only major wiring bundles but even the brackets that hold the wiring.

According to three people in the factory, work on both 787 assembly lines in Everett slid by two to three days in the past week, despite mandatory overtime through the weekend for many mechanics.

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Microlise has introduced SmartPOD, a downloadable application for Android smartphone devices that enables the cost effective use of e-POD within both sub-contract fleets and own fleet operations alike.

Whilst some customers are using consumer smartphones, there has still been a requirement to provide more rugged, but cost effective, Android devices to run Microlise applications. Microlise have answered this need with the introduction of its new DriveTab in-cab tablet.

The Microlise DriveTab is a 7" ruggedised, Android based, touch screen driver communications tablet which can be fixed in-vehicle or used as a hand-held device via a clever dedicated charging bracket.

The new tablet facilitates driver ID, text and voice communications, trip sheet, integrated satellite navigation, task management and unique driving style coaching & debrief functionality.

As DriveTab shares the same core software as the SmartPOD application, the device can be optionally removed from the cab to carry out hand-held e-POD with image & signature capture.

DriveTab can be "locked down", only allowing the driver access to the applications and functions on the device which they are required to use.

Where fitted, communications between a Microlise Telematics Unit and DriveTab are facilitated via Bluetooth communications. This means wiring & installation is simple.

Where a Microlise telematics unit is installed, the driver can automatically log-on via the digital tachograph unit, negating the need for manual log-on. Incidentally, where a customer wants just tracking, DriveTab offers this built-in without the need for a telematics unit.

The Microlise DriveTab has voice communications with optional hands-free kit allowing drivers to use the phone to dial fixed numbers which are either permanently stored in the device or downloaded as part of a trip. Once again, based upon the customer's operational needs, drivers can be allowed to manually dial numbers.

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DETROIT (AP) -- Crews in one eastside Detroit neighborhood on Wednesday installed the first of about 50,000 new LED street lights that eventually will illuminate the city.

The 150-watt LED lights are more than twice as bright as standard 70-watt, high-pressure sodium lights, according to Detroit's Public Lighting Authority.

The authority began installing new high pressure sodium lights in November in demonstration areas, but switched gears and decided to go with LED lamps while rebuilding the city's street lighting system.

A corner at Greiner and Hamburg streets got the first LED light.

"Today marks a milestone in providing modern, reliable public lighting for the citizens of Detroit," Mayor Mike Duggan said. "With the decision to install all LED lights, the Public Lighting Authority is ensuring that we are providing our citizens with up-to-date technology that will serve our city well for the foreseeable future."

The city's lighting system has been plagued by broken bulbs, antiquated wiring and thefts of copper wires from light posts.

Fewer than half of the city's 88,000 streetlights are believed to work.

In September, crews began a block-by-block review of streetlights in two demonstration areas. Construction in the two areas is scheduled to be completed by the end of May.

The authority said its goal is to have working street lights in all city neighborhoods by the end of 2015.

The authority's board is "determined to provide the citizens of Detroit with the lighting they deserve," said Odis Jones, the authority's executive director. "Clearly we are on our way to reversing decades of disinvestment in the city's street lights."

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Sr. I & E Designer will design process plant instrumentation and electrical power systems in accordance with nationally recognized and company standards; design medium and low voltage power distribution and controls, instrumentation/control system wiring, plant lighting, electrical heat tracing, and the installation of process plant instrumentation; verify accuracy and completeness of all deliverable products and services.

The right person will have five + years industrial design experience in process plant instrumentation and electrical power systems; AutoCad drafting; Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code; Associates Degree in an industrial technology program or evaluated equivalent experience; strong working knowledge of electrical design (conduit and cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, hazardous location apparatus selection, cable tray sizing and specification, motor control schematic and wiring design, etc.); strong working knowledge of instrumentation design (normal and energy-limited circuit design, preparation of installation details, location plans, control panel layout and device selection, etc.); must be familiar with pneumatic, electronic and analytical instrumentation used to measure and control flow, temperature, pressure, level and analytical properties of fluids; proficient reading technical documentation including Piping & Instrument Diagrams, loop drawings, wiring schematics, and specifications.

Candidates must be able to work in the US without sponsorship.

In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position.

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Richardson, TX (PRWEB) February 09, 2014

Supreme Electric and Solar is looking for qualified electricians to perform a wide variety of electrical work including new electrical installations, breaker boxes, wiring & cabling, wireless security systems, troubleshooting, and much more. Most projects are residential and light commercial jobs.

Candidates will need to show knowledge of lighting service, terminating electrical panels, and wiring schematics. Must be able to perform maintenance and corrective repair of building electrical systems and equipment. Inventory will need to be maintained with adequate tools, supplies, and materials for performing routine repair works and electrical installations.

Candidates must comply with all applicable codes regulations, and company directives. Communication skills both verbal and written must be very strong. The company is looking for someone who can effectively communicate technical information and expertise in a clear and understandable way.

Problem solving as well as calculating abilities for percentages, fractions, and decimal points are important. Electricians with a strong work ethic will be given the chance to work with a growing company in the North Dallas area.

Supreme Electric and Solar is looking for a clean cut individual with hand tools and a tool belt and a positive can-do attitude. Conduit bending, wire pulling, installing electrical panels, reading blue prints & wiring schematics, and problem solving skills are important to land this job.

The right electrician must be able to work safely, follow directions, be self motivated, and learn quickly in order to get hired for this electrician job in Richardson, Plano, Allen, and McKinney. Some jobs are also done in Addison, Garland, Dallas, and around the North Dallas area.

For more information contact AL Thompson at 214-702-6930. Supreme Electric and Solar is based in Richardson, Texas and serves the cities in and around the North Dallas area. Visit the website at http://www.supremeelectricandsolar.com.

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MANILA - Construction workers are in high demand in Singapore amid a construction boom in the city state.

A Singapore-based building and construction company has already set up a training center in the Philippines to help fill the 200 construction jobs needed every month.

"Yung exam dito, hindi siya madali, medyo mahirap siya kailangang maghanda ka ng mabuti," said trainer Joe Marie Magbetico.

Among those currently training at the center is Ian Malones, a former construction worker in the province. Malones said the income he earns in the province is no longer enough to sustain his family.

"Kung kailangan mo talagang gumanda ang buhay mo paghirapan mo kahit mahirap," said Malones who will be among the first batch of workers set to leave for Singapore in March.

The workers need to be skilled in electrical wiring installation, plumbing, pipe fitting, steel reinforcement, plastering and tiling.

Applicants should be between 20 and 45 years old and pass an exam to be issued a certification by Singapore's Building and Construction Authority.

Interested applicants may call the Santarli main office at (046) 431-7847 or (02) 881-9936. Report from Apples Jalandoni, ABS-CBN News

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