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COLUMBUS, Ohio – September 24, 2020 – ARCOS® LLC, the market leader for utility and critical infrastructure resource-management solutions, has signed an agreement to support the MultiSpeak® technology specification, which municipal and co-operative utilities and participating vendors rely on to standardize the exchange of data between software systems that handle things like field work, outage management and distribution operations. ARCOS is now offering utility managers the MultiSpeak interface as part of its resource-management platform. The interface will help utility managers easily take data about a power outage from, for example, NISC’s Outage Management System (OMS), create a work order and assign that order to the closest available crew via ARCOS Mobile Workbench.

If, for instance, a hurricane damaged hundreds of meters, web services available through the MultiSpeak specification could carry XML-formatted data from the utility’s OMS and launch an automated callout for damage assessors via the ARCOS Damage Assessment solution. Once in the field, damage assessors using mobile devices and GIS could send data back to the utility via data packets that would in turn launch a callout for repair crews via the ARCOS Callout and Scheduling Suite.

“MultiSpeak links a utility’s enterprise software systems and eliminates duplication of data entry, and manual processes, to give managers one picture of what’s happening,” says Lisa Steinhart, vice president of Marketing & Product for ARCOS. “By supporting MultiSpeak, we’ve done the upfront work of building a connection between our platform and other software systems before our customers buy ARCOS’s solution.”

The benefit for utility customers is that ARCOS is delivering a pre-defined connection point between its resource-management software and the outage management systems, SCADA systems and work management systems commonly used by many cooperative and municipal utilities.

By adopting the MultiSpeak specification, neither ARCOS nor a utility’s information technology team have to undertake a software services engagement or develop APIs.

“Without this integration, a utility would have to build its own interface between systems or just rely on manual, time-consuming tasks like phone calls, entering and rekeying data and watching minutes slip by that could be better used to restore service,” adds Steinhart.

MultiSpeak is an initiative of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, or NRECA.

About ARCOS LLC

ARCOS is a leader in delivering SaaS solutions for managing resources, ensuring accurate, compliant shift scheduling and automatically planning for all types of events. The ARCOS solution reports on the up-to-the-minute location and status of equipment and crews via mobile technology for utilities and other critical infrastructure like airlines, manufacturers and industrial facilities. The ARCOS resource management platform helps organizations save time and money, while improving customer satisfaction and the efficiency, safety and accuracy of operations. Learn about ARCOS resource management software at http://www.arcos-inc.com.

Smart grid technology leader Tantalus Systems Corp. announced today that it has been named as an Export Development Canada (EDC) Cleantech Export Star. Each year, EDC highlights the achievements of leading cleantech companies during their Cleantech Export Week  conference.  Tantalus was recognized as a proven leader whose technologies and business strategies have succeeded in getting their products beyond Canada’s borders - as one of five clean technology companies that stands out as making a positive impact across North America and the Caribbean Basin.

“Each year, it brings me great pride and gratitude to announce Canada’s Export Stars and Ones to Watch, but this year is particularly impactful. Not only have these Canadian companies proven to be leaders in the fight against climate change, but they’ve also exemplified resiliency and perseverance amid the current economic crisis,” said Dan Mancuso, SVP Financing & Investments, EDC. “Our hope is that these success stories along with the insights and opportunities offered during Cleantech Export Week will both inspire companies and support continued growth within the sector.”

“Our mission-critical technology solutions improve the environment by enabling utilities to reduce their carbon footprint by being more efficient and preparing their distribution grids for the adoption of distributed energy resources in the form of solar panels, electric vehicles and distributed storage,” said Peter Londa, President & CEO of Tantalus Systems. “EDC has been a long-standing partner of Tantalus, enabling us to access the necessary working capital to invest in the growth of our company by recruiting and retaining talented team members and accelerating our R&D initiatives as we strive to help utilities and the communities they serve.”

Read more about how Tantalus has created an environmental solution for the global community.

About Tantalus

Over the past three decades, Tantalus has consistently and creatively developed technology that enhances the safety, reliability and efficiency of public power and electric cooperative utilities across North America and the Caribbean Basin. Tantalus provides mission-critical smart grid solutions that empower utilities to access granular data across the distribution grid to support the multi-directional flow of power from distributed energy resources, proactively engage with their customers and members, improve the resiliency of their grids to mitigate the impact of power outages and realize cost savings by streamlining system operations. Its comprehensive suite of smart grid solutions includes advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), demand-management, power quality data analytics, distribution automation and street lighting control systems. This broad portfolio of solutions is purpose-built to support smart community initiatives essential to both the near-term and long-term success of the utilities Tantalus supports and the communities they serve.

NORWALK, CT – November 19, 2020 – Smart grid technology leader Tantalus Systems today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with RiseTech Capital Corp., a TSX Venture Exchange-listed capital pool company, and also that it closed on a concurrent financing to bolster the company’s balance sheet in order to support and accelerate several strategic growth initiatives as well as for general working capital purposes. Following the closing of the merger, Tantalus’ board and management team will remain in place and lead the combined company, which will continue to focus on delivering innovative smart grid solutions to electric, water and gas utilities.  Upon receiving the necessary approvals for listing from the TSX Venture Exchange, Tantalus will gain increased access to the capital markets as a publicly traded company.

“When RiseTech Capital entered into a letter of intent with Tantalus on September 8, 2020, we sought to partner with the experienced leadership team at Tantalus to accelerate the growth of this purpose-driven, innovative technology company,” said Manny Padda, CEO of RiseTech Capital. “In entering into definitive agreements today and securing additional capital, we believe that Tantalus is well-positioned to leverage its industry proven solutions and become a market leader in helping utilities prepare for the transformation of distribution grids across North America and beyond. Our shareholders are extremely excited to have the opportunity to support them in their mission.”

In parallel, Tantalus also announced the closing of a financing in the amount of approximately CAD$8.8 million through a private placement of subscription receipts that will ultimately be exchanged for shares of the publicly-traded company. The financing, led by Canaccord Genuity and Cormark Securities, as Joint Book Runners, and PI Financial, included contributions from several institutional technology funds and retail investors. In announcing both events, Tantalus and RiseTech will submit a Filing Statement to the TSX-Venture Exchange to seek approval for the public listing of the combined entity.

“On behalf of our Board of Directors, shareholders, employees, utility users and partners, our management team is extremely excited to take this pivotal next step in the evolution of Tantalus. This milestone marks the continued success resulting from our unwavering purpose to deliver mission-critical solutions to public power and electric cooperative utilities,” said Peter Londa, President & CEO of Tantalus Systems. “As we seek to help communities prepare for the future where technological, environmental and behavioral developments impact the needs and expectations of consumers, we believe this transaction will position our company to remain a long-term partner to the utilities we serve. Tantalus plans to be at the epicenter of empowering our utilities to transform their distribution grids, engage with their customers and members, utilize granular data to enhance their operations, quickly respond to unexpected events and proactively support the communities they serve.”

About Tantalus

Over the past three decades, Tantalus has consistently and creatively delivered mission-critical technology solutions that enhance the safety, security, reliability and efficiency of public power and electric cooperative utilities across North America and the Caribbean Basin. By leveraging technology, Tantalus empowers utilities to transform their distribution grids from systems designed to support one-way power flow into a connected network of devices capable of supporting multi-directional power flow from solar panels, distributed storage and electric vehicles. The solutions and tools delivered by Tantalus enable utilities to also engage proactively with their customers and members, to be more responsive and reliable, pinpoint where to make capital investments to improve the resiliency of their grids, and generate cost savings by streamlining system operations. Tantalus’ comprehensive suite of smart grid solutions includes advanced metering infrastructure, demand-management technologies, data analytics, distribution automation and street lighting control systems - a broad portfolio built purposefully to support smart community initiatives essential to both the near-term and long-term success of the utilities Tantalus supports and the communities they serve.

This news release includes information, statements, beliefs and opinions which are forward-looking, and which reflect current estimates, expectations and projections about future events, including, but not limited to, the completion of the merger with RiseTech Capital Corp. and gaining increased access to capital markets and other statements that contain words such as “believe,” “expect,” “project,” “should,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “will,” “intend,” “positioned,” “risk,” “plan,” “may,” “estimate” or, in each case, their negative and words of similar meaning. By its nature, forward-looking information involves a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. These risks, uncertainties and assumptions could adversely affect the outcome and financial effects of the plans and events described herein. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which is based on the information available as of the date of this news release and Tantalus disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information contained in this new release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. The forward-looking information included in this new release is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement.

NORWALK, CT – December 08, 2020 - Smart grid technology leader Tantalus Systems is excited to recognize two utilities leveraging their smart grid and AMI solutions to help keep their local communities thriving despite ongoing challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

During Tantalus’ annual Users Conference, Tantalus recognized Morristown Utilities (MU) and Pulaski Electric System (PES) as co-recipients of this year’s Community Strong award which included a contribution of $5,000 to each utility in support of their programs to provide economic assistance to customers who are unable to pay their utility bills.

“As we consider the implications of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the growing crisis for individuals across North America who are at risk of losing vital utility services due to an inability to pay for power and water, Tantalus remains steadfast in its commitment to enable public power and electric cooperative utilities to proactively support their communities and members. As we evaluated submissions received from utilities across our User Community for our Community Strong award, we chose to recognize two utilities for going above and beyond their core responsibility of delivering electricity and water by providing immediate economic assistance to individuals struggling to pay their power bills,” said Peter Londa, President & CEO of Tantalus Systems. “I am truly honored to highlight Morristown Utilities and Pulaski Electric System as recipients of this year’s Community Strong award and acknowledge their dedicated efforts to serve their communities during these challenging times.”

MU and PES each committed matching funds in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to provide economic assistance to those in need of help to pay their monthly utility bills. PES provided $20,000 in direct economic relief across their community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, PES postponed disconnects for four months when the pandemic first began. PES is currently providing support across Giles County through a second round of their Community Care Fund, which is where the $5,000 Community Strong award from Tantalus will be allocated, increasing the overall fund to $25,000.

Through Project Help, MU partnered with TVA to initially create a $60,000 fund to support their customers who required assistance paying monthly utility bills ensuring that power would stay on at their homes. As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact their community, MU launched Operation Help whereby businesses and individuals may donate funds to support customers of MU who are in need of economic assistance. The contribution from Tantalus will be placed into this new program, which includes matching dollars from MU up to $50,000.

“We are honored to be recognized as a Community Strong recipient for our program which has gained the attention and support of members from our own community who have also made donations to assist their neighbors,” said Jody Wigington, General Manager, Chief Executive Officer at Morristown Utilities. “Project Help provided immediate assistance to those in need during these troubling times. In addition to providing economic assistance, we simultaneously leveraged Tantalus’ smart grid and advanced metering capabilities to identify those who were falling behind on their bills and provide them with flexible options to get back on track and maintain vital services for their family. Our new program, Operation Help, will similarly assist individuals and we truly appreciate Tantalus’ recognition and contribution in helping our community navigate through this pandemic.”

Learn more about all of the 2020 Community Strong submissions that showcase how Tantalus’ customers are supporting programs that make their communities a better place to live for their customers.

About Tantalus

Over the past three decades, Tantalus has consistently and creatively delivered mission-critical technology solutions that enhance the safety, security, reliability and efficiency of public power and electric cooperative utilities across North America and the Caribbean Basin. By leveraging technology, Tantalus empowers utilities to transform their distribution grids from systems designed to support one-way power flow into a connected network of devices capable of supporting multi-directional power flow from solar panels, distributed storage and electric vehicles. The solutions and tools delivered by Tantalus enable utilities to also engage proactively with their customers and members, to be more responsive and reliable, pinpoint where to make capital investments to improve the resiliency of their grids, and generate cost savings by streamlining system operations. Tantalus’ comprehensive suite of smart grid solutions includes advanced metering infrastructure, demand-management technologies, data analytics, distribution automation and street lighting control systems - a broad portfolio built purposefully to support smart community initiatives essential to both the near-term and long-term success of the utilities Tantalus supports and the communities they serve.

FirstPower Group is proud to announce that the technology behind the Stinger ® and Stinger Hornet ® has been awarded patent number 10,746,353.

The Stinger ® and Stinger Hornet® are used to help utility workers safely lubricate critical parts in their system with a remote control.  FirstPower Group has developed a tool and fluid combination that has revolutionized disconnect switch operation.

Proven in field operations, our system is engineered to improve electric utility disconnect switching productivity. Switching productivity, also known as "same day switching," is achieved when a switch can be opened without breaking as a reasonable force is applied. The Stinger® and Stinger Hornet® are not only safe but highly effective for ensuring switches can be opened with ease, preventing injuries and downtime.

The Stinger® and Stinger  Hornet® are constructed from durable, dielectric plastic materials that comply with the ASTM F712 standard.  They contain no exposed conductive or metal parts, and they feature a wireless “no-rope” and “no-lever” operation.  The remote control eliminates risks associated with rope systems, which can create conductive paths if dirty or wet. The Stinger Hornet® attaches to hot sticks with a universal connector. The tool accepts a proprietary threaded can to prevent the use of unapproved materials, which can be hazardous to both equipment and workers.

Street and area light manufacturer Evluma announces the release of Build-Your-Own Acorn; a full-fixture, decorative streetlight replacement solution that includes the customer’s choice of acorn globe, finial and capital fitter. This solution is designed for utilities, municipalities, facilities and property managers looking to upgrade their existing decorative lighting from HID to LED and features the OmniMax™ LED lamp as its light source.

“Build-Your-Own-Acorn is a tailored solution that puts control in the hands of the customer,” said Evluma Product Manager Jason Dobbs. “With the value-driven OmniMax at the center of quality, cost-effective options, this is an affordable approach to complete head replacements. Build-Your-Own-Acorn offers the freedom to replace and repair fixtures without being locked into a proprietary OEM solution that may be hard to change later and typically costs more. It’s everything but the pole.”

Build-Your-Own Acorn includes multiple styles of acrylic and polycarbonate globes, in addition to a cast aluminum capital fitter. The capital fits 3 inch and 4 inch poles and is offered in black or green. The 70W OmniMax LED lamp is offered in six different color temperatures ranging from 2000K-5000K in either the Premium or Standard. OmniMax Premium includes Evluma’s patented, maintenance-saving Photocontrol Failsafe™ and compatibility with Evluma’s Bluetooth lighting app ConnectLED™. OmniMax Standard ships without connectivity features or Photocontrol Failsafe built-in.

“Photocontrol Failsafe means never having to replace a failed photocontrol ever again,” said Janine Soper, Evluma’s Regional Sales Manager. “With ConnectLED, the OmniMax Premium can be quickly dimmed or programmed with a dimming schedule, offering additional aesthetic and energy saving opportunities,” said Janine.

Both OmniMax models are supported by robust 20kV/10kA surge protection and the OmniMax’s four layers of thermal management for extended operation in enclosed environments. The capital has a 5 year warranty on the finish. Acrylic globes are warrantied for 5 years against yellowing. The OmniMax and all electronics, including the capital’s optional photocontrol are warrantied for 10 years.

About Evluma
Formed in 2008, Evluma is committed to developing affordable, long-lasting and environmentally low-impact LED lighting solutions that fundamentally change the landscape of the outdoor utility lighting market. Evluma’s high standard of customer service and background in innovative lighting technologies, automation and software design creatively ideate and inform its utility-grade products. Evluma is located in Renton, WA, USA.

Improved Power modules and integration of ADMO light

The newest version of Test Universe 4.20, OMICRON’s solution for advanced settings-based protection testing, offers improved ease of use of the Power modules and the ribbon menu. Further customer requirements have been implemented and, with the integration of ADMO light, users can use the full functionality of ADMO in managing up to 50 assets.

Working with ramps in the Advanced Power module

The Advanced Power module’s input options for entering criteria for automatic ramp assessment have been extended and simplified. Additionally, the power view now displays the trip during ramping. The ribbon in all Distance and Power modules dynamically displays additional commands, providing a closer link between the different areas of the modules and improving usability.

Permanent ADMO light license

The “light” version provides the full ADMO standalone functionality, but for a limited number of assets. The intelligent data management software allows for central planning and management of all engineering, testing and maintenance activities. In addition to the 50 assets, the permanent license also covers the management of an unlimited number of test sets.

Available from July 2020.

Company profile
OMICRON is an international company providing innovative testing and diagnostic solutions for electrical power supply systems. The use of OMICRON products offers the greatest reliability in evaluating the status of primary and secondary technical equipment. Comprehensive services in the areas of consulting, commissioning, testing, diagnostics, and training are an integral part of OMICRON's service offering.

Customers in over 160 countries benefit from the company's ability to supply cutting-edge products of outstanding quality. Service centers on every continent also provide a broad range of application knowledge/expertise and first-class customer support.
All of this, coupled with a powerful network of sales partners, has helped OMICRON establish itself as a market leader in the field of electrical power engineering.

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Bellwether Management Solutions has been selected by Central EMC, in Sanford, NC, to provide AMI Meter Installation and Project Management services as part of CEMC's Smart Grid Project. The deployment of approximately 20,000 meters will begin in March of 2020 and is anticipated to be complete in February of 2021.

March 7, 2022…Renton, WA - LED lighting manufacturer Evluma announces the launch of a new roadway lighting product RoadMaxTM. The RoadMax series will include three sizes: small, medium and large and a range of wattages designed to replace legacy HID 100w, 250w and 400w cobraheads. The first model in the series, the RoadMax RX1, with wattages ranging from 30W-70W and an estimated output range of 3,000 to 9,000 lumens, is estimated to start shipping at the end of April 2022.

This sleek and stylish luminaire was designed with RP-8-18 roadway requirements in mind. The unique optical design offers a combination of roadway performance and glare control unprecedented in the industry. “RoadMax is an advancement of Evluma’s reputation for low-glare, visually-pleasing outdoor lighting,” says Taisha Bezzo, National Sales Director. “RoadMax addresses contemporary concerns regarding disability glare and light trespass from roadway lighting while maintaining exceptional pole spacing.”

Multiple luminaire configurations for Type II, Type III and Type V, all with zero-uplight (U0), are offered. Additional features such as a field adjustable wattage selector (FAO), light trespass shields and a choice of photocontrol sockets are available. RoadMax can be customized to include Evluma’s Photocontrol FailsafeTM, a patented technology that solves photocontrol failures on street and area lights. Compatibility with ConnectLEDTM, Evluma’s Bluetooth app for wireless lighting controls, enables dimming and dimming schedules without the need for a network. Evluma’s comprehensive 10-year warranty and signature 20kV/10kA surge protection comes standard with every model. 

For more information please contact: Cathleen Shattuck cshattuck@evluma.com

Visit: www.evluma.com

For electric utilities that store, use, or dispose of items containing Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), Annual Reports are due July 1st. With the deadline fast approaching, EnSafe’s professionals are ready to assist with annual reporting to ensure your facility is compliant.

According to 40 CFR 761, Subpart J, “General Records and Reports,” PCB items are identified as “any PCB Article, PCB Article Container, PCB Container, PCB Equipment, or anything that deliberately or unintentionally contains or has as a part of it any PCB or PCBs.” This applies to most of the electric industry. Unfortunately, documentation for PCB Annual Report is often cumbersome and requires attention to detail as facilities create Annual Document logs that capture very specific data i.e. total weight in kg of any PCBs, total number of PCB transformers, spill reports, etc. For an industry plagued by labor shortages, this is particularly overwhelming.

EnSafe’s experts are not only available to assist firms in providing this Annual Report but can also provide support throughout the year that will make reporting drastically easier. EnSafe’s team can document your existing processes, customize a PCB program audit checklist, and develop a PCB management program to assist your staff in maintaining a compliant process. We are also available to conduct periodic onsite audits to review your PCB management process, from equipment drop-off to disposal. EnSafe can develop site-specific training, which can include hazards of PCBs, proper handling and response to spills, common findings from the audit, and typical field-based scenarios for line workers and substation crews.

Contact Brooke Sinclair today at 865-219-2674 or bsinclair@ensafe.com to get assistance with your annual PCB report and all of your program needs.