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Standing Out in the Crowd: PANJIT’s Unique ESD Protection Devices Take Center Stage

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1 year ago

January 6, 2025

PANJIT’s ultra-low capacitance ESD protection devices earned significant recognition among engineers.

TAIPEI, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) applications expand rapidly, the demand for higher data transmission rates has surged. This trend has brought heightened attention to the security of high-speed transmission interfaces. With over 38 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, PANJIT International Inc. has identified the growing safety requirements as transmission speeds double with each generation. Ultra-low capacitance ESD protection devices have become more critical than ever to address these challenges.

Leveraging proprietary component designs and innovative packaging technologies, PANJIT has introduced ultra-low capacitance ESD protection devices offering compact size and robust protection. These devices have earned significant recognition among engineers, securing the prestigious “Best Discrete of the Year” award at this year’s EE Awards Asia, organized by EE Times Taiwan.

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Exceptional Protection and Compact Design: The Advantages of PANJIT’s ESD Protection Devices

Speaking about the award-winning ESD protection device, Edgar Chen, COO of PANJIT International Inc., explained the company’s motivation for entering this segment. PANJIT had traditionally focused on high-power protection devices, with limited emphasis on ESD protection for signal ports. However, as high-speed interfaces like USB4, Thunderbolt 5, and PCIe Gen 6 doubling transmission speeds each generation, challenges related to signal attenuation and ESD protection have intensified. Advanced process chips are becoming increasingly miniaturized, exacerbating ESD protection issues.

Chen stated, “To provide customers with a more comprehensive solution, PANJIT not only has extensive experience in high-power protection components but is now actively expanding its product line to include high-seepd signal port ESD protection.” Recognizing the growing importance and market potential of ESD protection devices, PANJIT shifted its design platform to prioritize ESD protection for high-speed signal ports, complementing its existing high-power protection products. This comprehensive “Total Solution” strategy helps engineers address current and future challenges.

Years of research and optimization have enabled PANJIT to overcome traditional trade-offs in ESD protection design through patented technologies. Engineers no longer need to compromise between protection capabilities, parasitic capacitance, and component size. Amanda Cheng, Business Development Manager at PANJIT, highlighted the three critical parameters where the company’s ESD protection devices excel:

Capacitance: The ultra-low capacitance ensures signal integrity, preventing high-speed signal distortion and communication failures.

Clamping Voltage: Despite its minimal capacitance, the device maintains low clamping voltage, effectively dissipating ESD energy and offering superior protection.

Surge Protection: PANJIT’s devices uniquely combine low capacitance with high surge protection, addressing both ESD and EOS (Electrical Overstress) challenges. This capability reduces EOS-related RMA rates and enhances product reliability.

Cheng emphasized that as transmission speeds increase, capacitance has become a decisive factor for customers. PANJIT is already preparing for the next generation with capacitance targets as low as 0.05pF while maintaining low clamping voltage for optimal chip protection. The company’s holistic approach, from market research and product design to wafer and packaging processes, along with close collaboration with partners, has been instrumental in achieving these breakthroughs.

Miniaturization and Integration: Driving ESD Device Evolution

Another standout feature of PANJIT’s ESD protection devices is their compact size. “As end devices become increasingly miniaturized, so do transmission interface connectors and internal components,” said Cheng. While the current mainstream size for ESD protection devices is 0402, PANJIT is advancing toward even smaller sizes, such as 0201 and 01005. Integration is also a promising trend, as demonstrated by the award-winning ultra-low capacitance ESD protection device, which is an integrated product.

PANJIT’s innovative ESD protection devices continue to set new industry standards, raising the bar for market entry. The “Best Discrete of the Year” award at EE Awards Asia reflects this achievement. “Our highest standard when developing products is to avoid me-too designs,” said Chen. “We aim to create the most competitive products in the market. Compared to our competitors, this ESD protection device’s performance parameters are truly impressive.”

Future-Ready Development to Meet Customer Needs

Based on deep market insights, PANJIT has outlined a comprehensive development roadmap for its ESD protection and other product lines. Chen emphasized PANJIT’s proactive strategy in anticipating market and customer needs. Future ESD protection devices will evolve toward smaller sizes, lower capacitance, greater protection, and lower clamping voltage, while maintaining high flexibility. “We prepare our product specifications well in advance and provide early samples for customer testing, ensuring we stay ahead of competitors,” Chen added with a sense of optimism.

Currently, ESD protection devices contribute only 4% of PANJIT’s total revenue. However, Chen foresees significant growth potential in this market. PANJIT plans to expand both domestic and international markets with superior products and skilled technical personnel. Many customers have already integrated PANJIT’s ESD protection devices into their designs, with mass production scheduled for next year. Chen expressed confidence that the ESD product line will achieve remarkable success in the coming year.

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Accord Specialty Pharmacy Named Finalist in MMIT’s 11th Annual Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards

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April 23, 2026

ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Accord Specialty Pharmacy, an independent specialty pharmacy serving patients across multiple states, has been named a finalist in the MMIT Patient Choice Awards, a recognition based on patient-reported satisfaction and experience.

Accord was selected as the only independent pharmacy among finalists in its category, alongside national pharmacy organizations such as Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to delivering personalized, high-touch care for patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

The MMIT Patient Choice Awards recognize specialty pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient satisfaction, service quality, and overall care experience. Finalists are determined based on direct patient feedback, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of the trust patients place in their pharmacy providers.

“Being recognized alongside national organizations and as the only independent finalist validates our belief that personalized, patient-centered care drives better outcomes. We are building a model that combines clinical depth, national reach, and operational flexibility to better serve patients, providers, and partners.” said AJ Patel, Founder and Pharmacy Manager of Accord Specialty Pharmacy.

Accord Specialty Pharmacy supports patients across complex specialty categories, including oncology, rare disease, and infusion, through a clinically driven, high-touch care model designed to improve access, adherence, and outcomes. The company’s approach emphasizes personalized support, responsive care coordination, and strong clinical engagement to help patients navigate complex therapies more effectively. With a growing national footprint and multi-state licensure, Accord is positioned to support patients, providers, and partners across diverse markets.

For more information, visit MMIT Announces Finalists of the 11th Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards – MMITNetwork.

About Accord Specialty Pharmacy:

Accord Specialty Pharmacy is an ACHC-accredited, multi-state licensed independent specialty pharmacy located in Central Florida, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals managing complex and chronic conditions. Through personalized support, clinical expertise, and a high-touch approach, Accord helps patients navigate every step of their treatment journey. Learn more at www.accordspecialty.com.

CONTACT: contact@accordspecialty.com

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HAIVISION ANNOUNCES VOTING RESULTS FROM 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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47 minutes ago

April 23, 2026

MONTRÉAL, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Haivision Systems Inc. (“Haivision” or the “Company”) (TSX: HAI) is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held today in a virtual format.

A total of approximately 45.97 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of Haivision were represented at the meeting.

Election of Directors

Each of the six nominated directors of Haivision was elected as director of the Company with the following results:

Director

Votes
For

% Votes
For

Votes
Against

% Votes
Against

Miroslav Wicha

11,110,245

99.26 %

82,583

0.74 %

Harvey Bienenstock

11,155,137

99.66 %

37,691

0.34 %

Robin M. Rush

11,121,855

99.37 %

70,973

0.63 %

Neil Hindle

10,794,005

96.44 %

398,823

3.56 %

Julie Tremblay

10,941,969

97.76 %

250,859

2.24 %

Lee K. Levy II

9,084,418

81.16 %

2,108,410

18.84 %

2. Appointment of Auditors

Deloitte LLP were reappointed auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with 12,492,582 (98.84%) votes cast in favour and 146,406 (1.16%) votes withheld.

3. Approval of the Unallocated Awards under the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan

The Company’s unallocated awards were approved with 8,710,347 (77.82%) votes cast in favour and 2,482,481 (22.18%) votes cast against.

4. Reapproval of Company’s Shareholder Rights Plan

The Company’s shareholder rights plan was approved with 10,572,490 (94.46%) votes cast in favour and 620,338 (5.54%) votes cast against.

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting will be filed under Haivision’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Haivision

Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.

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Noritz upgrades EZ Pro Series of tankless water heaters with larger, multi-function panel display for faster installation and servicing

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47 minutes ago

April 23, 2026

Improved, fully integrated diagnostic interface eliminates the need for a separate remote controller, providing key system status data and enhanced digital controls to ease startup, operation, and maintenance for pro installers and service techs.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Noritz America, an international leader in tankless and electric heat pump water heaters and high-efficiency combination boilers, has further enhanced its EZ Series Pro line of residential condensing tankless water heaters by expanding both the size and the functionality of the units’ built-in control panel, whose user-friendly digital interface is mounted prominently on the front exterior.

Providing upgraded monitoring and diagnostic capabilities, the multi-function panel display allows professional installers to view system status, temperature settings, service reminders, maintenance data, error codes, error history, and (if applicable) recirculation timing settings. All of this vital information is built in and readily accessible on the water heater. Besides eliminating the need for a separate, external remote controller, the panel enables guided setup during installation and faster, more effective troubleshooting.

In addition, installers and users can monitor and program the unit remotely via Bluetooth® connectivity that works alongside the panel, using the EZ Start Plus app on their smartphones. A separate external remote is optional.

“The intent of our upgrade efforts was to create a more satisfying user experience for both the professional and the consumer,” says Noritz Executive Vice President and General Manager Jason Fleming. “We focused on simplified installation, advanced diagnostics, and giving professionals and their customers easier, more responsive control of the water heater.”

Essential Features of the Multi-Function Panel

Below are the main features and capabilities of the upgraded, built-in, multi-function panel and related control system:

Digital temperature control: Professional installers and service technicians will find it easier to use the enlarged panel to set the output water temperature to 100° – 140° Fahrenheit. Temperature settings are available in increments as small as 5°F.

Key benefits: More precise temperature control for professionals and, as a result, safer, more consistent hot-water delivery for end users.

Integrated Bluetooth connectivity; no more dip switches: The EZ Start Plus app enables installers and service techs to perform system setup, adjust the temperature, run diagnostics and share this information electronically with Noritz Technical Support. Installers can even register the water heater to qualify for the accompanying warranty.

Key benefits: Simplified startups mean faster installs, minimizing the manual programming that installers previously had to perform. Smartphone-based control and troubleshooting eliminate the need for old-style manual adjustment of physical dip switches.

Improved service access: Even the physical design of the EZ Series Pro has been reengineered to work more effectively with the newly enhanced multi-function panel.

Key benefits: The latched, snap-lock front cover enables quicker access to components for easier maintenance and servicing.

Industry-Best Warranty

The upgraded EZ Series Pro continues to include three models, all with a Uniform Energy Factor of 0.98, the highest efficiency rating in the tankless water heater industry:

EZ71: input range — 12,800 to 160,000 BTU/hour; flow rate — 0.4 to 9.0 gallons per minute; turndown ratio — 12.5:1EZ98: 12,800 to 180,000 BTUh; 0.4 to 9.8 gpm; 14:1;EZ111: 12,800 to 199,900 BTUh; 0.4 to 11.1 gpm; 16:1.

All three units carry a 25-year limited warranty on their stainless steel heat exchangers, the longest such protection in the industry. Further protection includes a five-year limited parts warranty and one year for reasonable labor.

The water heaters use natural gas but are field-convertible to LP with a parts kit included with every unit. Two water heaters can be linked using Noritz’s optional Quick Connect linkage to double the hot-water flow rate.

Designed for wall-mounting indoors, the EZ Series Pro heaters can be direct-vented with two-, three-, or four-inch Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC or CPVC, or two-inch or three-inch polypropylene venting. They can also be installed outdoors in milder year-round climates using an optional vent cap.

All EZ Series Pro models have received approvals from CSA, NSF5, NSF372, and are Low NOx approved by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (Rule 1146.2).

For more information on the newly upgraded Noritz EZ Series Pro, visit: https://ezseries.noritz.com/

A short product video is available at: https://youtu.be/m5iDn7sOGMc

For more information on the full line of Noritz tankless water heating products, visit www.noritz.com. You can also contact us by telephone at 866.766.7489 or by email at support@noritz.com.

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NORITZ AMERICA CORPORATION, a subsidiary of Noritz Japan, has corporate offices in Fountain Valley, Calif., and Atlanta, offering a full line of tankless water heaters and high-efficiency combination boilers to meet the hot water demands of residential and commercial applications. Noritz supports its products with a national network of skilled representatives and employees committed to providing our communities with the finest products and services by helping consumers live a more comfortable, efficient, and healthy lifestyle. For more information on Noritz America and the entire line of Noritz’s ENERGY STAR® tankless water heaters, please call (877) 986-6748 or visit our website at www.noritz.com.

CONTACT:
Andrew Tran
Noritz America
(714) 433-7813
atran@noritz.com

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