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27-05-2025
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It's Time for Canada to Buy Canadian: Avanti CEO Calls for Procurement Reform to Fuel Innovation in Canada
CALGARY, AB, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ - In the face of global economic uncertainty, David Owen Cord, CEO of Avanti Software, is urging Canadian government agencies to prioritize home-grown technology in their procurement policies. "Canada pours billions into R&D incentives like SR&ED—$4.5 billion in 2024 alone1," Owen Cord explains. "But without adoption, that investment stops short of making an impact. Public institutions should be our industry's first customers, not its last." Closing the Innovation Loop Despite generous funding, government entities continue to procure foreign software, breaking the cycle of domestic investment and reinvestment. Avanti's solution is simple: Canada's innovation cycle begins with government R&D funding through programs like SR&ED. Canadian companies turn that support into real solutions. When public agencies adopt these technologies, they help keep jobs and revenue in Canada—generating tax dollars that fund future innovation and growth. Mandating that a portion of public funding be reinvested in Canadian tech creates a multiplier effect, where each reinvested dollar fuels a new cycle of economic activity here at home. But when government agencies purchase foreign solutions, they disrupt that cycle, leaking potential tax revenue and job growth out of the country. In the long run, Canadians pay the price. The United States recognized this long ago. Enacted in 1933, the Buy American Act (BAA) requires the U.S. government to prioritize the purchase of goods and services made in the United States over foreign-made alternatives. Canada should be no less ambitious when it comes to supporting its own innovators. A National Opportunity, Starting Locally Just recently, Mayor Olivia Chow announced that the City of Toronto is launching a "Love Local" campaign, committing to put Canadian industry first when it comes to procurement. She called on all three levels of government to unite as Team Canada. And yet, Avanti has lost business to U.S. vendors in four Canadian municipalities in just the past few months: Country of Oxford, Thompson Nicola Regional District, Municipality of the County of Kings, and Lac La Biche County. If a major city like Toronto can take this kind of stand, why can't smaller levels of government follow suit? "When government agencies buy Canadian," Owen Cord emphasizes, "we create jobs, secure our data, and ensure that R&D dollars generate real economic growth right here at home." About Avanti Software Avanti Software is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated company, with all employees based in Canada. Avanti is a leading Canadian HCM provider, offering highly configurable Canadian payroll and people management software, serving clients from coast to coast. With over four decades of experience, Avanti understands the unique challenges Canadian businesses face. For more information, visit 1 SOURCE Avanti Software View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
14-05-2025
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Laser Photonics and CMS Laser Advance Tablet Drilling Technology for High-Volume Pharmaceutical Production
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) ('LPC'), a leading global developer of industrial laser systems for cleaning and other material processing applications, and its subsidiary, Control Micro Systems, Inc. ('CMS Laser'), highlight their offerings in tablet laser drilling technology, reinforcing their status as a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry. "CMS Laser offers superior technologies for high-volume pill production. Their tablet drilling, marking, and R&D systems are designed to solve industry-specific challenges, enabling pharmaceutical leaders to deliver complex medications with confidence." Share The TD-140, TD-70, TD-10, and TD-R&D systems address a wide range of pharmaceutical needs, from high-volume tablet drilling and marking to research and development. Designed and built at CMS Laser's advanced laser lab and machine shop in Winter Park, Florida, these systems create precise time-release profiles and ensure robust quality control, empowering drug manufacturers to meet the demands of a dynamic market. John Armstrong, the Executive Vice President of LPC, said: 'CMS Laser holds a significant market position in the pharmaceutical industry, offering superior technologies for high-volume pill production. This lineup of tablet drilling, marking, and R&D systems is designed specifically to solve industry-specific challenges, enabling pharmaceutical leaders to deliver complex medications with confidence.' CMS Laser's technology delivers key advantages: Enhanced Drug Delivery: Precise laser drilling supports controlled API time-release, improving patient outcomes. Anti-Counterfeit Protection: Unique tablet markings safeguard brands and patients. FDA Compliance: Systems adhere to CFR-21 Part 11 standards. U.S.-Based Manufacturing: CMS Laser provides solutions with components sourced in accordance with TAA and the Buy American Act. Post-Sale Support: CMS Laser is easy to reach for support, training, and installation services. Operational Efficiency: Laser-based solutions optimize production. With a legacy of serving industry giants and a strong base of repeat clients, CMS Laser, a Laser Photonics company, continues to set standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This aligns perfectly with LPC's broader diversification strategy, aimed at enhancing shareholder value and building resilience in dynamic markets. About Laser Photonics Corporation Laser Photonics is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. Laser Photonics seeks to disrupt the $46 billion, centuries-old sand and abrasives blasting markets, focusing on surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, de-painting and other laser-based industrial applications. Laser Photonics' new generation of leading-edge laser blasting technologies and equipment also addresses the numerous health, safety, environmental and regulatory issues associated with old methods. As a result, Laser Photonics quickly gained a reputation as an industry leader in industrial laser systems with a brand that stands for quality, technology and product innovation. Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aviation, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear and space industries are using Laser Photonics' 'unique-to-industry' systems. For more information, visit About CMS Laser Control Micro Systems (CMS Laser), is a 40-year U.S. pioneer in software controls development for laser machines. Today, the company produces turnkey laser material processing systems for marking, cutting, drilling, welding, cleaning and more. Its cutting-edge laser systems are expertly engineered for high-precision applications in a wide range of industries and tailored to each client's unique manufacturing needs. CMS Laser specializes in developing laser systems for a wide range of industries. It also counts several top 20 global life sciences companies among their customers. For more information, visit Control Micro Systems, Inc., a Laser Photonics company. Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended), including statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects, potential results and use of proceeds. These statements are based on current expectations as of the date of this press release and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which may cause results and uses of proceeds to differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements. These risks include, without limitation, those described under the caption 'Risk Factors' in the Registration Statement. Any reader of this press release is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release except as required by applicable laws or regulations.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Orion Highlights Demand for its Energy Efficient Lighting Fixtures and Buy American Act Compliant LED Lighting at LightFair 2025 May 6-8 (Booth 1811)
Orion has also commenced work on LED retrofits as well as new construction LED lighting projects for over 20 facilities for a US Government Agency. Total revenue potential is over $3M with most to be completed in Orion's current fiscal year. Orion has commenced LED lighting and electrical infrastructure improvement projects in 3 U.S. Government Agency facilities. The 3 projects are expected to exceed $4M in total revenue and to be completed in Orion's current fiscal year. U.S. Government Agencies Select Orion BAA Products and Electrical Services For 20+ Facilities Over Several Years Orion has proudly manufactured lighting products in the United States for over 26 years and offers a wide assortment of BAA-compliant LED lighting fixtures that we proudly manufacture in our Manitowoc, WI facility. A large multinational logistics company has commenced work on 10+ sites to date in US and Canada, with another 40-50 sites slated over the next two years. Total revenue potential is $4M-$5M. ESCO Partners Select Orion's Industry Leading Energy-Efficient LED Lighting Several of Orion's ESCO partners have recently selected Orion products for their customers' multi-site energy efficient LED retrofit lighting projects, including over 450 facilities throughout North America over the next several years. Orion delivers some of the highest quality and most energy-efficient LED lighting products available on the marketplace, enabling its ESCO partners to deliver a compelling ROI to their end customers. Orion's quality products, customer service and short lead times help its partners achieve success with their customers. Orion is showcasing many of its US manufactured LED lighting products and highlighting its flexible supply chain and ability to meet customer needs at LightFair 2025 in Las Vegas, today, Tuesday, May 6 th through Thursday, May 8th (Booth #1811). LAS VEGAS and MANITOWOC, Wis., May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: OESX) ( Orion Lighting ), a provider of energy-efficient LED lighting, electric vehicle charging station and maintenance services solutions, today disclosed recent solid traction for its LED lighting products through Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) as well as U.S. Government agencies selecting Orion's Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant LED lighting products. Story Continues Sally Washlow, CEO commented, 'Orion is well positioned with a diversified line of high-quality, energy efficient LED lighting solutions to meet a variety of customer needs. Our focus is on excellent design, industry leading energy efficiency and high-quality domestic manufacturing to deliver the most compelling customer experience and return on investment. 'We expect growth in key product SKUs in the current environment and are excited to highlight our high-quality lineup of US-manufactured products that are available with modest lead times and largely sheltered from the current tariff environment. As always, we remain committed to making products here in Wisconsin and proud of our ongoing commitment to quality and innovation.' About Orion Energy Systems ( Orion provides energy efficiency and clean tech solutions, including LED lighting and controls, electrical vehicle (EV) charging solutions, and maintenance services. Orion specializes in turnkey design-through-installation solutions for large national customers as well as projects through ESCO and distribution partners, with a commitment to helping customers achieve their business and environmental goals with healthy, safe and sustainable solutions that reduce their carbon footprint and enhance business performance. Orion is committed to operating responsibly throughout all areas of our organization. Learn more about our Sustainability and Governance priorities, goals and progress here or visit our website at Safe Harbor Statement Certain matters discussed in this press release, are 'forward-looking statements' intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may generally be identified as such because the context of such statements will include words such as 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'could,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'intend,' 'may,' 'plan,' 'potential,' 'predict,' 'project,' 'should,' 'will,' 'would' or words of similar import. Similarly, statements that describe our future plans, objectives or goals, including business relationships with government customers, are also forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those expected including, but not limited to, the risks described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider risks and uncertainties carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at or at in the Investor Relations section of our Website. Except as required by applicable law, we assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements publicly or to update the reasons why actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Engage with Us X: @OrionLighting and @OrionLightingIR StockTwits: @OESX_IR Investor Relations Contacts Per Brodin, CFO William Jones; David Collins Orion Energy Systems, Inc. Catalyst IR pbrodin@ (212) 924-9800 or OESX@
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Kenall Colors Healthcare and High Abuse Spaces with MedMaster Saturn™
KENOSHA, Wis., April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kenall is pleased to introduce the new MedMaster and Millenium Saturn™ series, where robust durability meets a sleek modern design aesthetic for behavioral health and high abuse settings. This innovative family offers optional synchronous or dual light engines, allowing control of the inner and outer light rings, independently or together. Featuring narrow spectrum static color, with a variety of color changing options, both fixtures are capable of dynamically lighting the space based on user preference, across a variety of applications. Saturn's broad color palette is fit for use—ranging from wayfinding and branding, to mood creation and circadian support—all while complementing the design of the space. A unique feature of this new series is the motion sensor (MS) option. When selected with switchable perimeter and sensing occupancy, the center and perimeter are factory set to white mode. When sensing non-occupancy, the center turns off and the perimeter switches to the selected color (amber or red), based on its intended use: either as a nightlight or for wildlife protection. According to Patricia Rizzo, product marketing manager for Kenall's healthcare vertical, "Through the use of color, Saturn enables design professionals to align the lighting more closely with the building's interior design. This exciting new luminaire provides an unlimited palette by which lighting specifiers can create a more visually interesting extension of the space. Use of the available synchronous or dual light engines provides ultimate control, allowing Saturn's colorful rings to add a subtle to dynamic, but always stylish, element to any lighting project." About KenallKenall Manufacturing, a Legrand company, was founded in Chicago, Illinois in 1963 and has built a reputation for durable lighting solutions of superior quality and exceptional value. Today, the company creates specialized solutions for the healthcare, cleanroom/containment, food processing, transportation, high abuse, and correctional lighting markets. Kenall luminaires are designed and manufactured in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and comply with the Buy American Act. About LegrandLegrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide. The Group harnesses technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical, digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Drawing on an approach that involves all teams and stakeholders, Legrand is pursuing its strategy of profitable and sustainable growth driven by acquisitions and innovation, with a steady flow of new offerings—including Eliot connected products with enhanced value in use. The company is listed on Euronext Paris and is notably a component stock of the CAC 40 and CAC 40 ESG indexes (ISIN code FR0010307819). Legrand Group View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kenall Manufacturing
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19-02-2025
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Orion Commences $3M in Turnkey, Energy-Efficient LED Lighting Retrofits and Electrical Infrastructure Upgrades for Federal Agency
MANITOWOC, Wis., Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orion Energy Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: OESX) (Orion Lighting), a provider of energy-efficient LED lighting and controls, electric vehicle (EV) charging station solutions, and maintenance services announced today that it has commenced on-site LED lighting installation for a federal government agency. Project purchase orders to date total approximately $3 million, with future potential for an expanded project scope. The project is expected to be completed in the first half of Orion's FY'26. Orion is providing a turnkey solution for a facility in the Southeastern United States, including the installation of Buy American Act (BAA)-compliant LED lighting retrofit systems, significant upgrades to the facility's electrical infrastructure, and project management services. This project will greatly enhance the facility's energy efficiency and achieve their modernization initiatives. 'We are proud to build upon our longstanding 20+ year relationship working with this Federal entity to improve the energy efficiency of their facilities,' stated Mike Jenkins, CEO of Orion. 'This project builds on our long-standing work in the government sector, providing energy-efficient solutions that enhance workplace environments and safety. Our team is excited to contribute to the facility's extensive remodel by delivering top-tier, BAA-compliant LED lighting systems and critical infrastructure upgrades.' This contract follows Orion's continued service to government entities, including a $9.6 million LED lighting retrofit project in Europe for the Department of Defense. About Orion Energy Systems ( provides energy efficiency and clean tech solutions including LED lighting and controls, maintenance services and electrical vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Orion specializes in turnkey design-through-installation solutions for large national customers, with a commitment to helping customers achieve their business and environmental goals with healthy, safe and sustainable solutions that reduce their carbon footprint and enhance business performance. Orion is committed to operating responsibly throughout all areas of our organization. Learn more about our sustainability priorities, goals and progress here or visit our website. Safe Harbor StatementCertain matters discussed in this press release, are 'forward-looking statements' intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may generally be identified as such because the context of such statements will include words such as 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'could,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'intend,' 'may,' 'plan,' 'potential,' 'predict,' 'project,' 'should,' 'will,' 'would' or words of similar import. Similarly, statements that describe our future plans, objectives or goals, including business relationships with government customers, are also forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those expected including, but not limited to, the risks described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider risks and uncertainties carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at or at in the Investor Relations section of our Website. Except as required by applicable law, we assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements publicly or to update the reasons why actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Twitter: @OrionLighting and @OrionLightingIRStockTwits: @Orion_LED_IR Investor Relations Contacts Per Brodin, CFO William Jones; David Collins Orion Energy Systems, Inc Catalyst IR pbrodin@ (212) 924-9800 or OESX@ Sign in to access your portfolio
