Nikkiso Cosmodyne commissions TGNO-1000 gaseous oxygen and nitrogen plant

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 -- Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries’ Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group (Group), a subsidiary of Nikkiso Co Ltd (Japan), has announced Nikkiso Cosmodyne recently commissioned its TGNO-1000 gaseous oxygen and nitrogen plant.

The new plant targets float glass manufacturing and was sold to an industrial gases company, according to a statement.

The Nikkiso Cosmodyne TGNO is a cryogenic oxygen and nitrogen generator designed to produce three gaseous product streams: medium and high-pressure nitrogen gas and oxygen gas.

The high-pressure nitrogen comes directly off the nitrogen column at approximately 8.5 bar(g), while the medium pressure nitrogen stream comes from the oxygen column overhead and is boosted by a waste stream expander to approximately 2.3 bar(g).

The gaseous oxygen comes directly off the oxygen column which runs at an elevated pressure of 2.3 bar(g).

The TGNO-1000 was configured with mostly preexisting components to meet the developmental needs of this multi-product plant. This allowed them to meet the stringent goals of their industrial gas customer, who is selling the molecules to the float glass customer.

The prefabricated TGNO is delivered in pre-piped, pre-wired, easy-to-install modular sections. The chiller, adsorber beds, switching valves and turboexpander are mounted in a single skid, minimising field work. The control room module houses the motor control centre and required analysers.

Nikkiso Cosmodyne has extensive experience with liquid merchant plants as well as on-site gas plants like the TGNO-1000.

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NEW RESEARCH FINDS USD BILLIONS TO COAL POWER PROJECTS IN AFRICA, ASIA JEOPARDIZING ENERGY ACCESS, CLIMATE AGENDAS

Chinese state-owned institutions, world’s largest banks continue to finance coal power in countries with greatest needs for electricity access; USD 42 billion committed to grid-connected coal power plants between 2013-2019 in 18 countries studied 

VIENNA, Austria, Sept 17 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New research published today by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) and Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) highlights a troubling trend in the fight against climate change and push to deliver universal electricity access: despite environmental, economic and many other challenges facing coal, pockets of funders continue to finance additional coal-fired generation capacity in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Coal Power Finance in High-Impact Countries knowledge brief, part of SEforALL’s Energizing Finance research series, analyses 18 countries with the largest electricity access gaps (i.e. high-impact countries) to identify those receiving finance for coal-fired power, the sources of this investment, its key drivers and the risks attached.

“The idea of a coal phase-out does not hold true everywhere,” said Olivia Coldrey, Head of Energy Finance and Clean Cooking at SEforALL. “We continue to see significant investment in coal-fired power generation in countries with high rates of energy poverty. These countries need affordable, reliable and clean energy to support their socio-economic development and to mitigate climate change. Financing new coal projects is inconsistent with these objectives and holds back the energy transition.”

From 2013 to 2019, USD 42 billion was committed to grid-connected coal power plants in the 18 countries studied. Among them, Bangladesh, India and Pakistan received the majority of finance commitments to new coal plants, while in Africa, Madagascar, Mozambique, Malawi, Niger and Tanzania all host active coal plant development. 

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LANDMARK NOTCHES 30 YEARS AS INDUSTRY LEADER IN PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH, TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Landmark (Landmark Worldwide), established in 1991, celebrates its 30th anniversary with over three million people globally having been positively and powerfully contributed to and empowered by its programmes.

Marking a related anniversary, it was 50 years ago that the ideas that grew into Landmark were born with the delivery of the first est Training in 1971.

As the leader in the personal and professional growth, training and development industry, Landmark’s programmes and ideas have empowered people for five decades to dramatically elevate the quality of their lives and, in addition, to impact the areas of their lives that matter most to them.

According to a statement, 50 years ago, Werner Erhard’s est Training launched the personal development industry and the beginning of what has since become the business and life coaching industry.

Erhard retired the est Training and launched a new course, The Forum, in 1985. Erhard’s ideas (as expressed in his programmes) are examined in detail by two scholars in the best-selling book, Speaking Being: Werner Erhard, Martin Heidegger, and a New Possibility of Being Human.

Described as ‘one of the most incisive and insightful thinkers of our generation’ by David Eagleman, Ph.D., Stanford University neuroscientist and New York Times bestselling author, Erhard has committed the majority of his intellectual efforts over the past three decades to the academic world.

Today, Landmark continues to make its programmes available throughout the world, including having launched virtually all of its more than 50 programmes online.

Landmark has been and continues to be endorsed by thousands of renowned leaders worldwide, including CEOs of global corporations, widely respected academics, and internationally recognised humanitarians.

More details at www.landmarkworldwide.com.

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ZOOM INTRODUCES ZOOM PHONE BYOC RESELLER PARTNER PROGRAMME

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Zoom Video Communications Inc at Zoomtopia Partner Connect has announced its reseller partners will have the opportunity to sell Zoom Phone Bring Your Own Carrier (BYOC) licences.

They will also be able to connect customers who use enhanced cloud peering to access PSTN to Zoom Phone Provider Exchange, a new way to discover providers and follow a self-service journey to provision phone numbers securely.

Zoom is currently running a pilot programme for select resellers that meet the requirements to sell Zoom Phone BYOC and expects to welcome a wider pool of resellers by year-end, according to a statement.

Built on Zoom’s intuitive platform, Zoom Phone is a full-featured cloud phone system for businesses of all sizes. Zoom Phone BYOC provides enterprise customers with the flexibility to keep their current PSTN service providers by redirecting existing voice circuits to the Zoom Phone cloud, or implement a hybrid solution with Zoom Calling Plans.

This high-value capability allows customers to enjoy all of the benefits of Zoom Phone while keeping their existing service provider contracts, phone numbers, and calling rates with their preferred carrier of record.

Previously, only Zoom Master Agents had the opportunity to refer deals for Zoom Phone and Zoom Phone BYOC. Now Zoom’s reseller partners from around the world who meet the requirements and qualify will be authorised to resell Zoom Phone BYOC.

Zoom Phone BYOC customers who use enhanced cloud peering to connect to PSTN will also soon be able to access Zoom Phone Provider Exchange which offers a streamlined experience for Zoom Phone BYOC customers to select the provider of their choice, and provision phone numbers directly in the Zoom portal.

“As our channel programme continues to evolve, I’m excited to introduce the Reseller Program for Zoom Phone BYOC as a new opportunity for our reseller partners,” said Laura Padilla, Head of Global BD and Channel.

“We’ve seen a lot of success in selling Zoom Phone, reaching two million seats in just 10 quarters, and I see a lot of opportunity for our resellers with our Zoom Phone BYOC programme.”

To learn more about becoming a Zoom Partner, visit https://partner.zoom.us.

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SWEEGEN TREATS WITH FOOTPRINT EXPANSION INTO CHINA, FORMULATING PREMIUM LOW-CALORIE CONFECTIONERY CHOCOLATE

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- As Asia-Pacific’s chocolate market diversifies and consumer tastes gravitate to sophistication, Sweegen has expanded its footprint into China by formulating premium low-calorie confectionery chocolate for the brand TeChoco.

“Sweegen has demonstrated the near-impossible task of formulating low-calorie great-tasting confectionery chocolate products with low to no sugar,” said SVP, Head of Global Innovation, Shari Mahon in a statement.

“Now, consumers can enjoy premium chocolates with high-quality and health-conscious ingredients without the guilt and negative health benefits from sugar.”

Formulating chocolate confectionery products is complex. In addition to innovating around interesting textures, desirable flavours, and attractive colours, the biggest challenge in formulating confectionery chocolate is bitterness.

TeChoco confectionery chocolate sales are skyrocketing at more than 2000 retail stores, both online and in brick-and-mortar shops, including powerhouse e-commerce giants TaoBao and DMall, and convenience stores Bianlifeng, and Japan’s Lawson for China.

Sweegen will establish an Asia-Pacific Innovation Studio in Singapore within the next 12 months, where brands can leverage local tastes and explore solutions to create delicious zero-sugar products.

Sweegen offers brands cost-effective and rapid innovation sugar reduction solutions. Its robust Taste Modulation portfolio is essential for helping to block bitterness and boost the perception of sweetness, among others.

More details at www.sweegen.com.

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EXPLORE MALAYSIA'S STREET FOOD VIRTUALLY WITH TOURISM MALAYSIA AND JACKIE M.

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Let’s take on many virtual Street Food Journeys with Jackie M. and Tourism Malaysia! A Malaysian-born, Sydney-based hawker food expert, Jackie M., and her group of culinary experts are collaborating with Tourism Malaysia Sydney once again for the second series of Street Food Journeys.

After the success of the first series, Series 2 will continue with their journeys across the remaining states of Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Perlis, Sabah, Negeri Sembilan, and Kelantan, where only viewers will be taken on a virtual trip of Malaysia’s gastronomy paradise. Series 2 will also include a combination of on-the-ground interviews, how-to cooking segments, and an exploration of the unique food culture in each state.

This six-part series aims to not only teach viewers how to recreate signature Malaysian flavours from the comfort of their own kitchens, but also to share valuable travel tips for each state or territory, which will be presented by either Shaukani Abbas, an award- winning Malaysian tourist guide, or one of the guest travel contributors. All the recipes, travel articles, and contents will be summarised and presented in an e-Magazine that accompanies the series.

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POLYPLASTICS IDENTIFIED SOLUTIONS TO HELP PROCESSORS LIMIT GAS BURN OCCURRENCE DURING INJECTION MOLDING

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- Polyplastics Co Ltd, a leading global supplier of engineering thermoplastics, has identified several solutions to help processors limit the occurrence of gas burns during the injection molding process. 

According to a statement, the company used its Gas Investigation Method in Injection Molding (GIMIM) test method to analyse the phenomenon and help pose preventative measures.

Gases produced during molding have no place to escape and are compressed, thus resulting in a hot, burned resin surface which threatens continuous molding. 

First, the study examined gas resulting from energy loss at the time of injection. The nozzles of typical injection machines comprise a drastically contracted structure, and energy loss arises due to the shape. 

Potential solutions include lowering the injection speed, using multiple gates or cavities, and increasing the size of the gate and nozzle.

The GIMIM method also determined that vent clogging is caused by the workings of a complex relationship between the volumes of low boiling and high boiling substances, and the total volume of substances within decomposition gas. 

Corrective measures include lowering cylinder temperature and using a rag or similar object to frequently wipe away mold deposits that are lightly stuck to the gas vents.

Since GIMIM can detect substances in units of ppm, it can be used to verify whether the purging process was conducted properly through only a small number of machine shots.

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