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Piera Systems Selected by the Province of Ontario for its “Vape Detectors and Building Safety Initiative”

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Piera’s intelligent particle sensors with AI identify sources of indoor pollutants including vape, smoke

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 2, 2024 /CNW/ – Piera Systems Inc., today announces its Canāree IX6 Vape Detector with Noise Monitoring has been selected as a Vendor of Record (VOR) by Supply Ontario, for the Province of Ontario’s Initiative to reduce vaping in school buildings and other public spaces. 

Student vaping continues to grow with 13.4% of middle and high school students that vape daily (source: Ontario CAMH OSDUHS 2023 study).  While vaping can be less harmful than smoking, many vapes have much higher nicotine levels leading to lower impulse control, mood disorders, disrupting attention and learning, increasing the risk of future addiction to other drugs.

The Province of Ontario’s “Vape Detectors and Building Safety Initiative” provides funding to install vape detectors with noise monitoring to identify vaping and smoking incidents in seconds, alert school officials with location, time and duration information.  Simultaneously, sound level sensors identify loud, sustained noises indicating activities that require school staff attention. Sensors do not record sound or video ensuring privacy.

Canāree can also integrate to available video security systems, where location and time data can be used to determine if individuals or repeat offenders can be identified.  In addition, signage will indicate vape and smoke free zones so students can know when monitoring is in effect.  Devices are installed in tamper-proof locations and their status monitored continuously.

“Indoor air pollution has a significant impact on human health and productivity and our unique ability to identify vape and smoke accurately and quickly at an affordable cost was a key reason for our selection for this initiative,” said Vin Ratford, CEO of Piera Systems. “We are honoured to be selected as a supplier and applaud the provincial government for allocating funding to reduce indoor vaping, smoking, and the health impacts caused by secondhand smoke.”

Funding is available immediately to Ontario Public Service ministries including all Ontario schools. The deployment process will begin once vendors are selected by individual school districts. Additionally, other non-OPS entities, including public libraries, hospitals, universities, schools, etc. may choose to use the VOR. 

Canāree monitors are currently deployed worldwide in schools, hospitals, hotels, commercial and residential spaces to monitor air quality, classify pollutants, and provide alerts on vaping and smoking activity delivering significant health benefits. 

The Canāree Platform

The Canāree IX6 Vape Detector with Noise Monitoring is based on Piera System’s Canāree IX platform of AI-based intelligent Indoor Environment Monitors (IEM) that detect various gases and particulate aerosols in real-time, capable of identifying sources of pollution as well as providing feedback on mitigation steps to clean the air, reduce health risks, and other environmental factors that affect inhabitants like vape and smoke.

The base Canāree IX model, the IX6, includes as standard, Piera Systems’ own intelligent particle sensor, the IPS7100, volatile organic compounds (VOC), temperature, relative humidity, pressure, and noise sensors. The IX can be customized to include additional sensors such as CO2 (NDIR-based), CO, NO2, SO2, O2, O3, ammonia, and vibration detectors.

All Canāree models collect real-time air quality data locally and send that data to Piera’s SenseiAQ cloud for remote monitoring, analysis and alerting. SenseiAQ then displays the data on a dashboard including Air Quality Index (AQI) scores, color-coded to EPA/EEEC standards along with vape/smoke/AQ alerts. APIs are available to support third-party integrations such as video security systems, air quality management systems (AQMS), building management systems (BMS) and IoT device management.

Canāree was selected as a finalist in the AI/Machine Learning category of the 2024 Best of Sensors Awards for “Classifying Pollutants Using Industry’s Most Accurate Low-cost PM Sensor.”  The awards program presented by Sensors Converge and Fierce Electronics honors the best in sensor technologies and the sensor ecosystem, people and companies.

About Piera Systems, Inc.

Piera Systems Inc. (Mississauga, ON) mission is to make air quality measurement as accurate, simple, and pervasive as temperature, enabling a major improvement in the health of all humans. The IPS family of intelligent particulate matter sensors uses a custom, patented particle-counting microchip to determine particulate matter’s size, count, and mass. Then, by utilizing AI/ML techniques, Piera can identify pollution sources such as vape, smoke, cooking, construction dust, and more, either at the edge or in the cloud. Our SenseiAQ air quality monitoring platform monitors and alerts users to poor air quality and pollution events.

Headquartered in Canada, more information on Piera Systems’ air quality solutions can be found at https://www.pierasystems.com

About Supply Ontario

Supply Ontario is a crown operational agency of the Ontario government that leads and manages procurement-related work on behalf of the Ontario government. Its mandate is to strengthen supply chain management and procurement across the public sector, ensuring that Ontario ministries, provincial agencies, and broader public services such as hospitals, school boards, children’s aid societies, and more have access to high-quality, timely, reliable products at the best value.  The Vape Detectors and Building Safety Provisions (Tender 19788) will be used by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement Service – Ontario and includes:

Vape Detectors (includes installation and maintenance services and related accessories)Building Safety Provisions of safety lighting, security cameras, motion sensors and signage (includes installation and maintenance services and related accessories as needed)

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SCANable Strengthens Existing West Coast Presence with Additional Cutting-Edge Mobile 3D and 4D Scanning Services

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SCANable has expanded its West Coast operations based in Burbank, California, offering fully mobile 3D and 4D scanning studios equipped to meet the fast-paced demands of modern productions. With industry-experienced professionals and the latest scanning technology, SCANable ensures availability and efficiency by delivering high-quality digital and virtual assets directly on location, even in challenging conditions.

BURBANK, Calif., Dec. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — SCANable, the leading US-based 3D and 4D scanning studio, proudly announces the expansion of its West Coast operations based in Burbank, California — the heart of the largest film and television studios on the West Coast. This expansion supports the rapid number of productions returning to California. This strategic location underscores SCANable’s commitment to delivering exceptional scanning services to the film, television, and video game industries.

Our number one talent is availability. We are ready anywhere, anytime, with the latest scanning technology and expertise. Our in-house team of industry professionals excels at last-minute requirements and challenging conditions.

As the film industry continues to evolve, the importance of supporting US-based crews and businesses has never been greater. Keeping work in the country ensures that local talent and productions thrive, preserving the quality and integrity of visual storytelling. SCANable contributes to this mission by ensuring that all scan processing is performed in-state, allowing productions to apply 100% of their scanning budget toward their state tax credits and keeping valuable work within the country.

SCANable’s highly experienced team, with a combined 100 years in 3D and 4D scanning, has contributed to hundreds of feature films, premium episodic series, video games, music videos, and commercials. SCANable empowers visual storytelling by capturing and creating hyper-realistic digital assets, allowing visual effects studios and creative teams to tell more believable stories and achieve seamless and immersive experiences.

Mobile Photogrammetry Studios: Unmatched Agility and Speed:

SCANable’s ultra-portable, self-contained Mobile Photogrammetry Studios (MoPho Studios) set the industry standard for efficiency and adaptability. These mobile studios can be deployed to challenging locations and be fully operational within 30 minutes, minimizing the impact on each production’s already hectic planning and coordination efforts, even in the most demanding environments.

In a time when talent’s time is more precious than ever, the days of sending an actor to a dedicated facility are nearly impossible. SCANable’s mobile studios can literally park within steps of the actors, ready to capture full-body scans in a fraction of a second and complete Facial Action Coding System (FACS) sessions in under 30 minutes. Each studio is also equipped with One-Light-At-a-Time (OLAT) and volumetric multi-camera capture array capabilities, ensuring that productions receive the highest quality scans and reference footage with unparalleled efficiency.

Industry-Leading Services and Expertise:

SCANable’s extensive suite of scanning services continues to be available across the West Coast and nationwide. As an approved vendor for all major film studios—including Disney, Marvel, Netflix, Amazon, Universal, Sony, Twentieth Century Fox, and Paramount—SCANable is trusted to deliver unparalleled quality and precision.

Nationwide, SCANable Offers:

Character Scanning4D Volumetric CapturePhotometric ScanningAerial LiDAR/PhotogrammetryTerrestrial LiDAR ScanningLarge Environment CaptureProp ScanningWardrobe-Fitting ScanningCostume ScanningAccurate Lifesize Mannequin 3D PrintsMachine Learning Multi-Camera CaptureGaussian Splat/NeRF Capture and Processing

Expanding Boundaries in Aerial and Environmental Scanning:

SCANable’s aerial scanning team has captured thousands of acres across the United States, including controlled and highly restricted locations that many drone operators cannot access. This experience allows SCANable to provide ultra-high-resolution 3D models and Gaussian Splats for use in traditional visual effects pipelines, as well as Virtual Production and LED Volume Stages, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive environments.

Quality, Experience, and US-Based Craftsmanship:

Focusing on quality and committing to US-based talent and processing, SCANable helps productions maximize their budgets and benefit from valuable tax credits. This dedication ensures that the industry’s most demanding projects receive the precision and reliability they deserve. From iconic Hollywood productions to state-of-the-art video game development, SCANable’s expertise supports the creation of seamless, invisible visual effects that elevate storytelling.

“Our number one talent is availability. We pride ourselves on being ready anywhere, anytime, with the latest scanning technology on hand. Our amazing team of industry professionals excel at handling last-minute requirements and challenging conditions—whether it’s tight schedules, less-than-ideal lighting, or complex subjects. We’re great at what we do, but it’s all about showing up and delivering when productions need us most,” said Travis Reinke, Founder and CEO of SCANable.

About SCANable:

SCANable, founded in 2012, is a US-based company specializing in 3D and 4D scanning services for film, television, video games, and virtual production. With locations in California, Georgia, New York, and Texas, SCANable delivers unmatched expertise and quality, bringing productions to life through cutting-edge scanning technologies.

For more information, visit www.scanable.com or contact pr@scanable.com. Check out SCANable’s latest promotional video here.

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Ty Taylor, SCANable, 1 (877) 899-2931, pr@scanable.com, www.scanable.com

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The Sociable Society Welcomes Sydney Snelten, Jess Golden, and Dayna Ashame to Strengthen Leadership in Creator Growth and Management

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Sydney Snelten, Jess Golden, and Dayna Ashame Join The Sociable Society to Elevate Creator Management Excellence

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Sociable Society (TSS), a leading influencer marketing and creator management agency, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sydney Snelten as Head of the Creator Growth Division, alongside the additions of Jess Golden and Dayna Ashame to lead the Creator Management Division. These strategic hires signal a new chapter of innovation and excellence for TSS as it continues to scale its operations and empower creators worldwide.

Sydney Snelten, a seasoned affiliate marketing expert with a decade of experience, joins TSS after a distinguished career at LTK (formerly rewardStyle and LIKEtoKNOW.it). Sydney has been a trusted collaborator of TSS for over five years, earning a reputation for her visionary approach to creator development and deep industry knowledge.

“We’re honored to welcome Jess, Dayna, and Sydney” shared Co-Founder Emily Fonda. “Their experience, collaborative nature, and creator industry passion perfectly aligns with our cultural pillars of being a creator-first, relationship driven creator agency — we’re excited to see their contributions.”

As Head of the Creator Growth Division, Sydney will oversee initiatives to expand revenue opportunities, enhance affiliate marketing strategies, and drive sustainable growth for TSS’s creator community. Her expertise in affiliate-driven content and her track record of building long-term success for creators make her the perfect leader to spearhead this new division.

“Joining The Sociable Society is an incredible milestone,” said Sydney Snelten. “I’ve long admired TSS’s innovative approach and its commitment to creators. Having witnessed the power of affiliate marketing to transform the creator economy, I’m excited to help TSS talent unlock new growth opportunities and shape the future of the industry.”

Jay Kent-Hume, Co-Founder of TSS, expressed his excitement about Sydney’s appointment:

“Sydney’s unparalleled expertise and passion for creator success have been evident throughout her career. Her leadership will be instrumental as we continue to evolve and elevate the value we provide to creators. We’re honored to have her onboard to lead this transformative division.”

Joining Sydney in expanding TSS’s leadership team are Jess Golden and Dayna Ashame, two seasoned professionals with extensive experience in talent management and digital marketing.

Jess Golden, formerly Director of Talent Management at Kensington Grey, steps into the role of Head of Creator Management. Renowned for her commitment to inclusive partnerships and fostering opportunities for underrepresented creators, Jess brings a proven track record of securing high-profile collaborations with brands such as Dior Beauty, Tiffany & Co., and AMEX.

“I’m honored to join TSS and contribute to its mission of empowering creators,” said Jess Golden. “I look forward to building impactful, inclusive campaigns and forging authentic connections that amplify the voices shaping the creator economy.”

Dayna Ashame joins TSS as Senior Creator Manager, bringing nearly a decade of experience in digital marketing and campaign management. At Kensington Grey, Dayna led high-impact collaborations with Target, Amazon’s The Drop, and luxury events with Pandora. In her new role, she will focus on elevating talent brands, building customized growth strategies, and securing high-value partnerships with top-tier brands.

“This is an exciting opportunity to work with such a passionate and talented team,” said Dayna Ashame. “I’m eager to help diversify TSS’s exceptional roster and drive meaningful collaborations that make a lasting impact.”

Emily Fonda, Co-Founder of TSS, praised the new additions:

“Sydney, Jess, and Dayna bring unparalleled expertise, collaborative spirit, and passion for the creator economy. Their leadership perfectly aligns with our vision as a creator-first agency, and we’re excited to see the incredible impact they will make on our continued growth and success.”

About The Sociable Society

Founded in 2015, The Sociable Society is a premier influencer marketing and creator management agency. TSS connects brands with top-tier creators through innovative strategies and authentic engagement. Over the past year, TSS has doubled its talent roster, managing over 200 creators who see an average revenue growth of 220% in their first year. The agency’s expertise spans brand partnerships, affiliate marketing, and custom-tailored creator growth services. For more information, visit www.thesociablesociety.com.

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Emily Fonda, The Sociable Society, 1 310-529-0380, emily@thesociablesociety.com, https://thesociablesociety.com/

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Appy Pie’s No-Code AI Design Platform Simplifies Holiday Creations for Christmas Posters and Avatars

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NEW DELHI, Dec. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Appy Pie Design, a leading No-code AI Design Platform, offers businesses and individuals an easy way to create Christmas posters and avatars for this upcoming holiday season. With its enhanced suite of AI-powered tools, the platform allows users to design festive visuals effortlessly, making it a go-to choice for creative holiday solutions.

Also, users can create unique, seasonally-themed avatars to showcase their holiday spirit across social media and professional platforms. These Christmas avatars can be used to personalize social media profiles, email signatures, or even professional platforms, spreading holiday cheer in both casual and formal settings.

“Our platform is designed to make the holidays easier and more joyful for everyone,” said Abhinav Girdhar, CEO of Appy Pie. “By providing accessible and creative solutions, we aim to help users connect meaningfully during this festive season.”

The AI Animation Generator enables users to bring their holiday ideas to life with engaging and dynamic visuals. The platform provides flexibility and convenience, making it an indispensable tool for celebrating the holiday season creatively and efficiently.

For those looking to turn static visuals into dynamic content, the Image to Video AI tool transforms still images into alluring videos. This functionality adds a new dimension to holiday designs, making them more interactive and impactful.

About Appy Pie
Appy Pie, a Trademark of Appy Pie LLP, is a leading global platform offering a suite of no-code, AI-powered tools, including an app builder, website builder, workflow automation platform, graphic design software, chatbot builder, help desk software, and live chat software, to help businesses and individuals design, build, and automate. With a user-friendly interface and a wide range of customizable templates, Appy Pie empowers users to create professional-grade applications, websites, and automation without coding expertise. Appy Pie caters to diverse needs from entrepreneurs to established enterprises by providing innovative solutions for various industries.

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