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Monster Energy’s UNLEASHED Podcast Welcomes FMX Innovators Axell Hodges and Jackson Strong on Special Live Episode from X Games Ventura 2024

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Monster Energy is proud to welcome 27-year-old Axell Hodges from Encinitas, California, alongside 32-year-old Jackson Strong from Lockhart, Australia, on Episode 409 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.

VENTURA, Calif., July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Episode 409 of Sports and Pop Culture Podcast Recorded Live at Summer X Games in Southern California

“With a front flip, everything is kind of working against you. Like pushing uphill. I’ve been doing it for a long time, but it doesn’t seem to get much easier for me. It’s still super scary and super hard.” – Jackson Strong

Enjoy a personal conversation with two FMX heroes! Monster Energy is proud to welcome 27-year-old Axell Hodges from Encinitas, California, alongside 32-year-old Jackson Strong from Lockhart, Australia, on Episode 409 of the sports and pop culture podcast UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney.

Recorded live on the set of the world’s largest action sports competition, X Games Ventura 2024, the episode features in-depth commentary from the two multiple gold medalists.

The podcast episode was originally recorded live on Saturday, June 29, at a mobile studio at X Games Ventura 2024 and streamed on the Twitch platform. Today, the one-hour episode featuring the two Moto X icons is available to global audiences.

For the full conversation with Hodges and Strong, make sure to catch Episode 409 of UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney Fueled by Monster Energy. Released today, the new podcast is streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify, iTunes, and YouTube.

UNLEASHED broadcasts live from X Games Ventura 2024 with two of the most prolific Moto X athletes on the circuit. Hailing from Australia, Jackson Strong owns the record for most X Games gold medals in a single Moto X discipline. His trick innovations, such as the world’s first dirt bike front flip, are the stuff of legend, and he expanded his historic legacy by winning a gold medal in Moto X Best Trick at X Games Ventura 2024. Joining him on the show, California’s Axell Hodges commands the largest social following in the Moto X freestyle world with his trilogy of ‘Slayground’ videos clocking over 14 million views. He returned to X Games after a severely broken femur and shared his resilient mindset on the eve of his return to competition with the podcast hosts – only on UNLEASHED!

Hear the full story in conversation with the three podcast hosts, Australian action sports personality Luke “The Dingo” Trembath, professional snowboarder Danny Kass, and artist and model Brittney Palmer. Follow the link to tune in right here.

Raised with a passion for Moto X, Strong grew up in Australia racing dirt bikes from the early age of 5. He matured rapidly: At age 13, he joined the legendary Crusty Demons and emerged as a defining figure in FMX. With trick inventions such as the world’s first dirt-to-dirt front flip and double backflip, Strong has expanded the boundaries of what’s possible on a dirt bike. “With a front flip, everything is kind of working against you. Like pushing uphill. I’ve been doing it for a long time, but it doesn’t seem to get much easier for me. It’s still super scary and super hard,” said Strong. “You would think I’d have it worked out by now, but it’s still the hardest air out there.”

Dropping into X Games Ventura, Strong was ready to put it all on the line to beat a world record: As the most successful competitor in the Moto X Best Trick competition, Strong owned seven gold medals and was tied with Travis Pastrana and Ronnie Renner for most gold medals in one discipline. Asked about heading into Ventura 2024, Strong said on UNLEASHED: “I had good practice and feeling pretty good. But the thing in Best Trick is you can feel good in practice, but once it’s crunch time, it all comes down to that. It’s all in the last final seconds of the night to see if the whole work of an entire year will come crumbling down or if it works.” It worked for Strong this year, who clinched his eighth gold medal in Best Trick.

Definitely not a stranger to crunch time, Monster Energy’s Hodges requires no introduction. The California native single-handedly built the largest social media following in the sport with his series of three “Slayground’ videos showcasing his unique trick innovations on even more unique terrain. “My older brothers rode dirt bikes, and I wanted to be like them,” said Hodges. “I’ve always ridden my dirt bike in my backyard and never had a set plan. I just kept riding and… I like big jumps. Then social media came around and I just got lucky. I ride my dirt bike and film stuff, and it ended up working pretty good.”

In the competitive arena, Hodges is a top medal earner with a record of 12 X Games Medals (four gold, six silver, and two bronze). In 2022, he clinched one gold and two silver in a single X Games. But in 2023, his campaign was sidelined by a complicated leg injury that required surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation. Nevertheless, Hodges returned fully focused on competing at X Games Ventura. “It’s feeling good. I’m just stoked to be back on my dirt bike, riding. Just working on my leg and getting stronger every day!” said Hodges. “I feel good on the quarter pipe and have been trying some new things!”

After X Games Ventura 2024, Strong and Hodges now own a combined 28 medals – including 12 gold medals – that’s a heavy count.

How did the two guests end up scoring at X Games? Spoiler alert: Strong added another Moto X Best Trick gold to his line-up and now owns eight gold medals in the discipline, the single most gold of any Moto X athlete at X Games. Heavy! Asked what kind of trick it would take for the win in Ventura, Strong said: “At the end of the day, it’s a judged sport, and I wouldn’t want to be in the judges’ position tonight.”

Ready to get the full lowdown at X Games Ventura 2024 with these Moto X icons? Listen to the full conversation by visiting the landing page for Episode 409 of UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney featuring Axell Hodges and Jackson Strong.

Regular episodes of UNLEASHED are filmed on a special set inside Studio M at Monster Energy headquarters in Corona, California. The podcast is hosted by the dynamic duo of Australian action sports personality Luke “The Dingo” Trembath and professional snowboarder Danny Kass. Known for their deep roots in action sports culture, the two starred in the beloved cult TV show ‘The Adventures of Danny and The Dingo’ on Fuel TV for five action-packed seasons in the early 2010s. Both hosts have walked the walk as pro snowboarders and are joined by artist and model Brittney Palmer. Together, the three hosts possess the interview skills to find common ground with guests from any type of background – sports and pop culture. Always look out for new episodes dropping bi-weekly on Mondays.

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The UNLEASHED with The Dingo, Danny, and Brittney Podcast is here to celebrate the personalities behind the Monster Energy lifestyle. With each episode dedicated to a unique guest or topic, listeners learn about living on the edge and advancing the state of the art in the world of high-energy sports as well as music, games, and pop culture from individuals at the top of their game. More than a drink, Monster Energy is a way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers, and fans – and the podcast is an extension of this unique DNA.

For more on Monster Energy and the UNLEASHED Podcast, visit http://www.monsterenergy.com. Also, fFollow Monster Energy on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. [ollow Monster Energy on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok __title__ ] for exclusive content and athlete features.

About Monster Energy
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes, and musicians represent. More than a drink, it’s the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers, and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at http://www.monsterenergy.com.

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RIVIÈRE-DU-LOUP, QC, Sept. 27, 2024 /CNW/ – Automation has become critical for businesses to drive growth and performance. Companies need to accelerate their automation initiatives through more autonomous and intuitive solutions that can quickly deliver the benefits of robotics to enhance their efficiency and competitiveness.  

Driven by its commitment to innovation and supporting manufacturing companies in strengthening their operational efficiency, Premier Tech is introducing the future of automation thanks to its new product line TOMA™ – which aims to accelerate packaging automation projects through a comprehensive and intuitive do-it-yourself experience – hence delivering automation made friendustrial™.

The first product under the TOMA™ brand – and its underlying mindset – is a palletizing solution featuring the most advanced interface on the market, bringing together industrial robustness and user-friendliness with collaborative robotics. Thanks to its seamless integration requiring no coding, no engineering and no programming, both small and large manufacturers can access the benefits of automation, setting a new standard for efficiency and ease of use.

“Today, we are launching more than a product line. We are launching a totally new approach to automation — we are launching the ‘Automation made friendustrial™’ mindset. Our teams at Premier Tech Systems and Automation have successfully merged industrial-level efficiency with ease of operation. This was achieved by leveraging the cobot technology from Fanuc, the worldwide leader in robotics,” says Jean Bélanger, president and chief executive officer of Premier Tech.

This launch is backed by more than 35 years of experience in automation and palletization, combined with new technologies in cobotics and the strong commitment of Premier Tech in ensuring that advanced technologies are made available to a wide range of manufacturers.

TOMA™ comes with a new innovative business model harnessing the power of an online, seamless and intuitive do-it-yourself configuration. It will enable companies to look at their packaging operations from a new perspective and implement automation projects where the financial feasibility was yet under pressure.

“TOMA™ cobots allowed us to enhance the work ergonomics of our teams, meet their needs — especially for night shifts —, and increase our productivity. This new solution is robust, intuitive and easy to program. With its agility and reliability, we can use it in various workspaces according to our needs,” says Pascal Gagné, operations manager at Groupe TAQ and launch partner.

For more information on TOMA™ and see how your company can leverage this solution, visit www.tomarobots.com. 

About Premier Tech

At Premier Tech, we are all about making a difference by connecting People and Technologies for over 100 years. One team driven by a shared will to deliver sustainable solutions that help feed, protect and improve our world.

Premier Tech has a wide range of products, services, brands and technologies allowing to increase crop yields, bring beautiful gardens to life, automate the handling and packaging operations of many manufacturing facilities, treat and recycle water, support companies in their digital transformation and offer bio-ingredients for the well-being of humans and animals.

Premier Tech today records sales of more than one billion dollars and is growing internationally, driven by its 5  200 team members in 28 countries. This is our time as we move Beyond 100.

For more information about Premier Tech, visit www.premiertech.com

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InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Wearable Blanket to Increase Warmth (TLS-4013)

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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — “I wanted to create a more comfortable and convenient blanket to provide warmth at home while relaxing or doing various chores without restricting your movement or use of hands,” said an inventor, from Batesville, Miss., “so I invented the HEAT WRAP. My design would offer an improved alternative to using portable heaters, conventional heated blankets, and heating pads.”

The patent-pending invention provides an improved design for a wearable blanket. In doing so, it would surround the wearer in cozy warmth. As a result, it increases comfort and relaxation. It also allows the user to stay productive at home and on the go. The invention features a versatile design that is easy to use so it is ideal for the general population, especially the elderly and those living in cold weather areas.

The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 23-TLS-4013, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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Raken Expands Construction Equipment Management Solution With Enhanced Tracking, Reporting, and Maintenance

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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Raken, the top-rated field management app for the construction industry, has expanded its equipment management capabilities to better help customers leverage their valuable assets.

The California-based software developer recently introduced new and enhanced workflows for detailed equipment tracking, automated reporting, and proactive maintenance. Combined with the app’s daily reports, time tracking, safety and quality management tools, and document management, this update to their equipment management features further establishes Raken as the all-in-one solution for improving field productivity and visibility.

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Raken developed its new, improved equipment management tools to meet one of the industry’s most vital needs. Equipment is a significant cost for most construction companies, who spend hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars buying, renting, and maintaining equipment every year.

“Knowing where equipment is, who is using it, and what condition it’s in is critical in construction,” said Mike Bates, VP of Corporate Strategy. “Raken makes it easy to capture and analyze key data points so you can protect and maximize your investment.”

Track, maintain, and report on owned and rented equipment

Contractors can improve equipment utilization and maintenance with Raken, helping to keep their projects on schedule and under budget.

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Easily add new or update equipmentSee where each piece of equipment is located and its conditionTrack details such as deployment history, hours, mileage, and fuel consumptionReport on critical metrics to help reduce idle time, manage costs, improve operator productivity and moreMonitor deficiencies, maintenance schedules, and return dates

Raken’s equipment management tools include an automated dashboard for analyzing utilization trends, productivity, fuel consumption and Co2 emissions. Users can also run snapshot reports organizing equipment by custom criteria and view detailed deployment and usage summaries.

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“Raken now provides an even clearer view of all your assets across your company and projects, so you can maximize usage, better manage your budgets, and extend the lifespan of your equipment,” said Mike Bates.

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Raken will continue to grow equipment management capabilities based on industry trends and customer feedback. Additional tools for tracking and reporting on small equipment units and status are currently in development, and will be released in the coming months.

About Raken

Raken is an all-in-one field management solution for the construction industry that uses mobile technology to streamline field workflows and build better projects. Designed for ease-of-use, our software empowers crews to quickly and easily share real-time data and updates from the jobsite. Raken helps customers increase project visibility and compliance with digital daily reports, time and production tracking, comprehensive safety tools, document management, and more. To learn more, visit www.rakenapp.com.

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