Day: December 14, 2021

BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — G&W Electric, a global supplier of electric power equipment since 1905, today announced approval of a patent for single phase Fault Location Isolation and Service Restoration (FLISR) on power distribution networks, further improving reliability indices by only isolating the single phase that is affected by a fault.

Single Phase FLISR provides the solution to the utility industry’s most common fault – a single phase line to ground fault. With three phase FLISR—even in the case that a particular fault involves only one or two phases—power is interrupted for all customers on the affected power line.

Single Phase FLISR technology, with improved power availability and reliability, allows utilities to automatically reroute power, minimizing the number of customers impacted by outages and reducing the length of an outage from hours to mere seconds.

“In recent times, the idea of automatically reconfiguring the power grid, through FLISR and Loss of Voltage (LOV), has become the primary means for power providers to reach their reliability goals,” said John Mueller, chairman and owner of G&W Electric. “In migrating to single phase automation, we’re able to support greater reliability goals and set the new standard for power system reliability, while increasing customer satisfaction.”

Traditionally, FLISR and LOV systems have been performed in a three phase manner; however, migrating to single phase operations provides utilities with the path to incremental, sustainable gains in system reliability. G&W Electric offers the latest innovations in FLISR technology, such as single phase automation, to help utilities reduce the duration of outages and provide more reliable power to customers.

“These patents will allow G&W Electric to further develop single phase technology and continue providing the latest in FLISR automation,” adds Mueller. “Single phase automation does not just increase reliability, but also safety when it comes to power distribution metrics. In fact, many of the questions and concerns around three phase loads are alleviated when single phase is implemented to operations and systems.”

To learn more about Single Phase FLISR, visit https://www.gwelectric.com/products/power-grid-automation/fault-location-isolation-and-service-restoration/.

About G&W Electric
Since 1905, G&W Electric has helped power the world with innovative power grid solutions and products. With the introduction of the first disconnectable cable terminating device in the early 1900s, G&W Electric began to build a reputation for innovative engineered solutions to meet the needs of systems designers. With an ever-present commitment to customer satisfaction, G&W Electric enjoys a worldwide reputation for quality products and superior service. For more information on G&W Electric visit their new website at www.gwelectric.com. Follow G&W Electric on Twitter @GW_Electric and on LinkedIn.

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Seegene will support countries in need of diagnostics to help slow Omicron’s spread

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Seegene Inc. (KQ 096530), South Korea’s leading molecular diagnostics company, today confirmed that its Allplex™ SARS-CoV-2 Master Assay is capable of detecting the Omicron’s unique pattern of mutations. The well-established PCR-based test recognizes four SARS-CoV-2 genes and five notable mutations on the spike protein, all in a single test tube. This provides accurate results on whether a person is positive for COVID-19 and if they have the Omicron variant within 4 hours. To maximize its use, Seegene will support countries in need of tests, so they can rapidly detect cases of Omicron without the labor and equipment required for full genomic sequencing.

The Allplex™ SARS-CoV-2 Master Assay simultaneously detects four wild-type SARS-CoV-2 genes (E gene, RdRP gene, N gene, and S gene) and five notable S-gene mutations: HV69/70 deletion, Y144 deletion, E484K, N501Y, and P681H. Since the latest variant Omicron contains HV69/70 deletion, N501Y, and P681H mutations, this CE-IVD marked test can detect Omicron.

The first Omicron (B.1.1.529) case was reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) on November 24. Just two days later, the WHO designated the variant a Variant of Concern (VOC), based on its unusually large number of mutations and early evidence of its spread. Despite a series of rapidly implemented travel bans, it has now been reported in Africa, many European countries, and a few in Asian countries.

The process for identifying novel variants typically involves next-generation sequencing of the isolated virus, which would take a few days to get the complete result. For more rapid detection, Seegene’s Allplex™ SARS-CoV-2 Master Assay can detect the variant in the very first stage of screening. Public health officials can then rapidly isolate and contact trace people who are infected with this variant of concern.

“In order to contain the further spread of Omicron, it is extremely important to preemptively detect the Omicron variant at the primary screening stage. To that end, we will fully support countries in need of our tests to enable more rapid detection of the latest variant,” said Dr. Jong-Yoon Chun, Seegene Founder and CEO. Along with strengthening surveillance testing, the implementation of relevant quarantine measures will give more time for countries around the world to contain the rising Omicron infections and protect their citizens.

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