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PolyPhaser | Transtector observing National Lightning Safety Awareness Week

PolyPhaser | Transtector observing National Lightning Safety Awareness Week












Hayden, ID (PRWEB) June 28, 2012

In observance of National Lightning Safety Awareness week, June 24-30, 2012, PolyPhaser Inc. and Transtector Systems, part of Smiths Interconnect’s Power Business Unit, are emphasizing the importance of surge protection for personal safety and protection of assets.

Lightning Safety Week, promoted by the National Weather Service, attempts to raise awareness for one of the deadliest weather phenomena peaking during the summer season. According to the National Fire Protection Association, annually an estimated 24,600 fires are started by lightning, causing on average 12 civilian deaths, 47 injuries and $ 407 million in direct property damage.

PolyPhaser Inc., global manufacturer of proprietary radio frequency (RF) surge protection solutions and Transtector Systems, specialist in fast-acting, non-degrading silicon avalanche diode technology are globally recognized lightning and surge protection experts. Engineers from both companies are members of and regularly contribute to surge protection standards within IEEE, IEC, ANSI, AREMA and UL.

“Lightning is a naturally occurring event that we cannot influence. However, a proper surge protection and grounding system can divert or absorb the damaging energy of a lightning strike, making it an essential part of any effective facility safety design”, reminds Andrew Dawson, VP of Engineering.

About PolyPhaser | Transtector

PolyPhaser Inc. and Transtector Systems lead the industry with a comprehensive product portfolio and specialized expertise in consulting, design and manufacturing of RF, AC, DC, data and signal surge protection, communications power cabinets, EMP protection and power quality engineering services. PolyPhaser | Transtector provide valuable end-to-end power and signal integrity solutions for markets that include telecommunications, medical imaging, transportation, energy, security and the military.

About Smiths Interconnect

Smiths Interconnect http://www.smithsinterconnect.com is a leader in technically differentiated electronic and radio frequency products that connect, protect and control critical systems for the wireless telecommunications, aerospace, defense, space, medical, rail, test and industrial markets. It is part of Smiths Group http://www.smiths.com, a world leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.























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Posted on June 30, 2012 by , Reply

Atlanta Thrashers Sale Might Not Complete Until Next Week, Says Chris Vivlamore

Atlanta Thrashers Sale Might Not Complete Until Next Week, Says Chris Vivlamore
It’s been made very apparent that the Atlanta Thrashers sale isn’t yet final, despite what certain outlets have been reporting. The deal is believed to be very close though, with the only question left being when the move will be announced. Best guess has been early next week. However,  the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Chris Vivlamore reported Thursday  that the “ownership situation could drag …
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Nepal’s leaders meet to avert crisis
Nepal’s ruling parties were Thursday locked in urgent talks with opposition leaders to try to resolve disagreements over an extension of parliament, which is due to expire this week.
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Tea party targets schools for ‘Constitution Week’ and teaches Constitution was divinely inspired
In this photo taken Friday, May 20, 2011, Zeldon Nelson, the chief executive officer of the National Center for Constitutional Studies, poses in the shipping center located in the basement of his home on his 700-acre family farm just north of the Utah-Idaho border in Malta, Idaho.
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Posted on May 26, 2011 by , Reply

‘Declare IT!’ Educational Program Helps Teach Students and Parents about Americas’ Founding Freedoms during Celebrate Freedom Week

‘Declare IT!’ Educational Program Helps Teach Students and Parents about Americas’ Founding Freedoms during Celebrate Freedom Week










Alpharetta, GA (PRWEB) September 12, 2006

The swell of patriotism that rolled across America after the attacks of 9-11 caused many lawmakers to take another look at American students’ declining report card in American history and civics. America’s students have scored poorly on civics tests and many know little about the basic freedoms on which America was founded.

As a result of this disturbing trend, state lawmakers in Florida and Arkansas followed Texas’ lead and in 2002 and 2003, initiated special curriculum programs in K-12 grades called Celebrate Freedom Week. According to the statutes, one week during each school year students will receive special instruction on America’s founding freedoms and founding documents like the Declaration of Independence.

“Declare IT!” (http://www.declareitprogram.com) is a new, privately sponsored program that supports Celebrate Freedom Week in Florida, Arkansas and Texas, offers additional program awareness and provides free teaching resources to teachers and parents.

Founded by Jack Boyd of Alpharetta, GA, the program offers a free, fun sing-along song and teaching resources with online links to lesson plans for Celebrate Freedom Week. Boyd founded the program after his two children did a high school history project on Celebrate Freedom Week in Florida. Boyd discovered that Floridians’ knowledge of the program was low and teacher participation was inconsistent.

“America’s students need a solid understanding of America’s history to become the leaders America needs in the future. Celebrate Freedom Week is a great step toward that goal. However, the program is not getting the focus it needs in many areas and teachers need our help. It’s appropriate on this 5-yr anniversary of 9-11, when we pause to remember the lives lost in that tragic event, that America’s teachers, leaders and parents recommit ourselves to teaching our children about the freedoms that were also attacked that day,” said Mr. Boyd.

In 1998, Jack Boyd and daughter Steffy wrote ‘The Declaration of Independence Song,’ a sing-along song to help Steffy learn the words to the Declaration for a 4th grade homework project. Offered on a CD to teachers and parents in 2002 through their website (http://www.declarationsong.com), the song has become very popular with teachers, home school parents and others across the country. The “Declare IT!” website offers a free download of a shortened version of Boyd’s popular sing-along plus an online video documentary on the history of Florida’s Celebrate Freedom Week.

For more information about the ‘Declare IT!’ program, please visit http://www.declareitprogram.com.

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