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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Program seeks to improve emergency aid for citizens with special needs
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Germantown Police Department is introducing a new program to help officers better serve all of their citizens. However, they need the public's help. From the moment you dial 911, every second matters when responding to an emergency. That's why the Germantown Police Department is working to improve its response times, specifically when it comes to those with special needs. GPD launched a new public safety initiative called the 'Special Needs Safety Information' program. According to the City of Germantown, family members and caregivers can share key information about their loved ones who may have difficulty communicating with first responders. That information includes the person's name, age, picture, address, and any relevant medical needs or behaviors. Germantown PD Captain Jack Antonuk says the information will help officers know more about the individual and their specific needs beforehand so they can better respond to the situation. 'If we have a missing person from 123 Main Street, when that street is entered into our police system, there would be an alert that Joe Smith resides there and has dementia and wanders off. We'd be able to provide that information quickly to all the officers that are on the street, whether they're responding to that call or not,' said Captain Jack Antonuk with the Germantown Police Department. 📡 for Memphis and the Mid-South. 📧 and have the latest top stories sent right to your inbox. Organizations advocating for the rights and personal enrichment of the lives of those with intellectual disabilities, such as The Arc Mid-South and Thrive Memphis, say they fully support the program. Carlene Leaper is the executive director for The Arc Mid-South and says knowing the behaviors of an individual in advance could help officers better de-escalate tense situations. 'A wrong situation can go bad at any time. You can misunderstand a person with autism for a person who's really having aggressive behavior, and that is not the case,' said Leaper. She says the program can also be a way to ensure that officers are staying in compliance with the ADA, which mandates that law enforcement provide services and accommodations to people with disabilities. 'If they are equipped with that information prior to, they will follow ADA and provide an accommodation to that person, and they will decrease the risk of harm,' Leaper said. Captain Antonuk says the program is 100% voluntary. He says all information will be kept confidential. The program is only for Germantown Residents. To learn more or find out if your loved one qualifies, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Germantown Police program to speed response times for special needs residents
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. — The Germantown Police Department is introducing a new program to help officers better serve all of their citizens, but they need the public's help. From the moment you dial 911, every second matters when responding to an emergency. That's why the Germantown Police Department is working to improve its response times, specifically when it comes to those with special needs. GPD launched a new public safety initiative called the 'Special Needs Safety Information' program. According to the city of Germantown, family members and caregivers can share key information about their loved ones who may have difficulty communicating with first responders. That information includes the person's name, age, picture, address, and any relevant medical needs or behaviors. Germantown PD Captain Jack Antonuk says the information will help officers know more about the individual and their specific needs beforehand so they can better respond to the situation. 'If we have a missing person from 123 Main Street, when that street is entered into our police system, there would be an alert that Joe Smith resides there and has dementia and wanders off,' Antonuk said. 'We'd be able to provide that information quickly to all the officers that are on the street, whether they're responding to that call or not.' Organizations advocating for the rights of those with disabilities that Your News Leader spoke to say they fully support the program. Carlene Leaper is the executive director for The Arc Mid-South and says knowing the behaviors of an individual in advance could help officers better de-escalate tense situations. 'A wrong situation can go bad at any time. You can misunderstand a person with autism for a person who's really having aggressive behavior, and that is not the case,' Leaper said. She says the program can also be a way to ensure that officers are staying in compliance with the ADA, which mandates that law enforcement provide services and accommodations to people with disabilities. 'If they are equipped with that information prior to, they will follow ADA and provide an accommodation to that person, and they will decrease the risk of harm,' Leaper said. Captain Antonuk says the program is 100 percent voluntary. He says all information will be kept confidential. The program is only for Germantown residents. To learn more or find out if your loved one qualifies, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Germantown Police round up herd of horses
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Germantown Police rounded up a small herd of horses roaming through a neighborhood Friday morning. Just before 6 a.m., officers responded to a report of three loose horses near Dogwood Road and Forest Hill Irene. Video posted by the Germantown Police Department shows the horses calmly walking through a residential area under police escort. (See video above) GPD posted around 11 a.m. that all three had been safely returned to their owners. 'Fitting timing, as the Germantown Charity Horse Show trots into town next week,' GPD said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Fibre2Fashion
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fibre2Fashion
US Mativ secures first order for Miru's smart window technology
Mativ (NYSE: MATV), global leader in specialty materials, has reached a significant milestone in their partnership with Miru Smart Technologies ('Miru'), a pioneer in smart window innovation. Through its advanced polymer film solutions brand, Argotec, Mativ has secured their first purchase order of materials used in Miru's dynamic electrochromic window technology from a major glass manufacturer. This achievement marks a major step forward in preparing the supply chain for large-scale production and global adoption of electrochromic glass by leading automotive OEMs, and aligns with Mativ's ongoing commitments around safety, sustainability, and innovation. Miru collaborates with major global glass companies and key vendors in the supply chain to develop cutting-edge dynamic electrochromic windows ('eWindows') enabled by Argotec's specialty thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) interlayer film. eWindows dynamically tint on demand, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and the passenger or user experience in automotive and architectural applications. Mativ, through its Argotec brand, secured its first purchase order for specialty TPU film used in Miru Smart Technologies' dynamic electrochromic windows. This marks a key step towards large-scale production and adoption in automotive applications. The partnership underscores innovation and supply chain readiness, with both firms set to showcase the tech at GPD 2025 in Finland. This agreement secures a significant volume of Argotec specialty TPU interlayer film, a critical component in Miru's eWindow stack. The joint technology delivers optical clarity, durability, and manufacturability for next-generation eWindow systems. The purchase order follows extensive co-development and materials testing between Mativ and Miru, signifying a key step forward in their strategic collaboration. A recent highlight in the partnership was the successful fabrication of one of the world's largest electrochromic sunroof devices - a compound-curved prototype measuring 1.5 m x 1.6 m - demonstrating scalability for next-generation vehicle design. 'This order reflects our confidence in the market demand for Miru's exciting eWindow technology and our shared commitment to customer-driven innovation platforms,' said Ryan Elwart, Group President of Mativ . 'Argotec's advanced films are engineered for the performance needs of smart glazing, and we are proud to support Miru in scaling electrochromic glass for the future of mobility.' 'This announcement marks a major step forward in our supply chain readiness,' said Curtis Berlinguette, Founder and CEO of Miru . 'Our partnership with Mativ ensures we have access to proven, scalable interlayer materials that meet the optical and mechanical performance standards of our eWindow system. We are excited to deepen this collaboration as we scale toward full production.' Argotec and Miru will showcase their joint solution at Glass Performance Days (GPD) 2025 in Tampere, Finland (June 10 - 12). Attendees are invited to visit the booth (F9) to see the eWindow technology in action. The companies will also be hosting a networking mixer during GPD, bringing together innovators and industry leaders to explore the future of smart glass. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)
Business Wire
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Mativ Secures First Commercial Order of Advanced Materials Used in Miru eWindow Automotive Technology
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mativ (NYSE: MATV), global leader in specialty materials, has reached a significant milestone in their partnership with Miru Smart Technologies ('Miru'), a pioneer in smart window innovation. Through its advanced polymer film solutions brand, Argotec, Mativ has secured their first purchase order of materials used in Miru's dynamic electrochromic window technology from a major glass manufacturer. This achievement marks a major step forward in preparing the supply chain for large-scale production and global adoption of electrochromic glass by leading automotive OEMs, and aligns with Mativ's ongoing commitments around safety, sustainability, and innovation. Miru collaborates with major global glass companies and key vendors in the supply chain to develop cutting-edge dynamic electrochromic windows ('eWindows') enabled by Argotec's specialty thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) interlayer film. eWindows dynamically tint on demand, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and the passenger or user experience in automotive and architectural applications. This agreement secures a significant volume of Argotec specialty TPU interlayer film, a critical component in Miru's eWindow stack. The joint technology delivers optical clarity, durability, and manufacturability for next-generation eWindow systems. The purchase order follows extensive co-development and materials testing between Mativ and Miru, signifying a key step forward in their strategic collaboration. A recent highlight in the partnership was the successful fabrication of one of the world's largest electrochromic sunroof devices - a compound-curved prototype measuring 1.5 m x 1.6 m - demonstrating scalability for next-generation vehicle design. 'This order reflects our confidence in the market demand for Miru's exciting eWindow technology and our shared commitment to customer-driven innovation platforms,' said Ryan Elwart, Group President of Mativ. 'Argotec's advanced films are engineered for the performance needs of smart glazing, and we are proud to support Miru in scaling electrochromic glass for the future of mobility.' 'This announcement marks a major step forward in our supply chain readiness,' said Curtis Berlinguette, Founder and CEO of Miru. 'Our partnership with Mativ ensures we have access to proven, scalable interlayer materials that meet the optical and mechanical performance standards of our eWindow system. We are excited to deepen this collaboration as we scale toward full production.' Argotec and Miru will showcase their joint solution at Glass Performance Days (GPD) 2025 in Tampere, Finland (June 10 - 12). Attendees are invited to visit the booth (F9) to see the eWindow technology in action. The companies will also be hosting a networking mixer during GPD, bringing together innovators and industry leaders to explore the future of smart glass. About Mativ Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials, solving our customers' most complex challenges by engineering bold, innovative solutions that connect, protect and purify our world. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we manufacture on three continents and generate sales in over 90 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two operating segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing categories. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible. About Argotec Founded in 1988, Argotec is the global leader in engineered polymer films. Argotec provides unparalleled extrusion capability, capacity, and quality controls to support businesses across the globe. Argotec films are a critical component in a wide variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, aviation, building & construction, medical, dental, consumer goods, graphics, renewable energy, safety & defense, and more. From surface and paint protection to smart glass and wound care, Argotec innovates everyday products. To learn more, visit About Miru Smart Technologies Miru Smart Technologies develops electrochromic windows ("eWindows") for the transportation and architectural sectors. Miru eWindows transform static glass into dynamic, responsive systems, disrupting industry standards with high performance, aesthetic and functionality. Miru is paving the way for the next generation of energy-efficient window technologies, with the vision to enhance the well-being of people and our planet. Learn more at
