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CLOU Electronics Sets New Safety Benchmark in Energy Storage with TS-800 Fire Test Certification

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SHENZHEN, China, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Energy storage has garnered unprecedented attention regarding its safety and reliability. On January 16, 2025, a fire broke out at the Moss Landing lithium battery energy storage power plant in California, USA. This is not the first accident at the Moss Landing energy storage plant. In both 2021 and 2022, the plant experienced fires caused by overheating due to unexpected moisture exposure of the batteries. The specific cause of this latest incident is still under further investigation.

In recent years, many countries around the world have been deploying large-scale lithium battery energy storage facilities. However, safety concerns have become a “Sword of Damocles” hanging over the energy storage industry. Risks such as internal short circuits, overcharging, over-discharging, external environmental temperature impacts, misuse, and battery management system failures can lead to thermal runaway in battery cells, potentially causing fires.

TS-800: An Upgrading for the Way in Fire Safety Test
In 2024, the internationally renowned certification body CSA issued TS-800, a large-scale fire test protocol for energy storage systems. This test provides manufacturers with direct criteria for optimizing system safety, while also offering critical data for regulatory agencies, fire departments, and insurance companies to assess risks.

The advancement of site-level energy density is a crucial driving indicator for industry development. With active fire suppression systems turned off, the challenge lies in arranging units more densely while ensuring that thermal runaway in one unit does not affect others. This metric profoundly challenges the boundaries of energy storage fire safety design.

“The existing standards (such as UL 9540A) are capable of testing for thermal runaway, but they do not adequately simulate fire propagation scenarios, especially in multi-module container systems where a single battery fire can potentially ignite adjacent units or even the entire system. The core goal of the TS-800 test is to address this gap,” said Marvin Peng, the Battery & Energy Storage Certifier of CSA Group.

In 2024, Sungrow verified that its liquid-cooled energy storage system endured four hours of combustion laid in an A/B array. All cabinets remain unharmed and without any fire spreading to its surroundings and the structure remained intact, the battery compartment doors did not open, and no mechanical parts were ejected. That because Sungrow applied pressure-sensing explosion venting, multi-layer fire resistance, and dual-compartment design in its PowerTitan system, which played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the entire energy storage system. Moreover, Sungrow Power further announced that its next-generation large-scale storage product, PowerTitan 2.0, had also passed the large-scale fire test. Additionally, leading energy storage companies Trina Storage and BYD claimed to have passed the large-scale fire test in October 2024 and January 2025, respectively.

Challenge the Limit Spacing: A Breakthrough in Energy Storage Safety
Recently, the 15 years pioneers of energy storage commercialization——CLOU Electronics has announced completing the CSA TS-800 Large-Scale Fire Test (LSFT) in February 2025. This achievement again highlights its unwavering commitment to developing innovative, reliable, and safe energy storage solutions for a global market.

“CLOU committees that every product delivered is trustworthy and has undergone rigorous testing. The Aqua-C2.5 5MWh utility scaled energy storage system is the world’s first large-scale energy storage system to adopt an active ventilation fire protection design. Through active cell sensing, it triggers an electric shutter explosion suppression solution in thermal runaway scenarios, effectively controlling the spread of thermal runaway at extreme short distances in 140mm,” said Eric Wang, System Director of CLOU ESS Division.

The Aqua-C2.5 was lunched at September 2024, it also engineered for durability with an impressive C5 anti-corrosion rating and IP55 protection. It has earned multiple certifications, including CE, UL1973, UL9540A, UL9540, IEC62619, IEC63056, IEC62477-1, UN38.3, NFPA855, and NEC, and has passed the rigorous IEEE693 seismic test.

The experiment adhered to stringent technical specifications throughout the testing process. Under the supervision of the CSA Group, the TS-800 LSFT subjected the product to extreme fire conditions, simulating a real-project conditions, four 20ft cabinets were arranged according to an actual A/B A/D back-to-back and side to side real station layout. All cabinets were spaced in an extreme short distance apart with full load capacity to replicate operational scenarios. The test also aims to evaluate whether the structural design (such as fire barriers) and material selection (such as flame-retardant components) can effectively prevent the spread of fire when external firefighting measures completely fail.

During the test, temperatures inside the battery cabinet exceeded 1000°C and burned consistently for 48 hours. Despite this, the adjacent cabinets’ temperatures remained below 40°C since the product’s active ventilation blade employing function like active detection and off-gassing, which maximally prevent combustion and ensure thermal isolation.

“The results were remarkable: the Aqua-C2.5 demonstrated excellent flame retardancy, thermal insulation, and superior safety design.” Battery & Energy Storage Certifier of CSA Group Marvin Peng said. Meanwhile, after the combustion test, the structural integrity fully preserved, also showcasing the exceptional rigidity and compressive performance of its design, redefining the durability and stability of energy storage products. This milestone underscores the system’s ability to safeguard against fire risks in even the harshest conditions, setting a new safety benchmark in the energy storage industry.

 

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Danish Publisher Automates Digital Textbook Delivery with Integrated WooCommerce-Webdoxx Solution

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Danish educational publisher eliminates manual processing errors and delivers instant access to more than 20 digital learning products

LONDON, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Forlaget 94, a Danish educational publisher serving commercial colleges and vocational schools since 1994, has transformed its digital textbook distribution by implementing a fully automated WooCommerce-Webdoxx solution.

“Using the Webdoxx-WooCommerce integration we have achieved full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94

Previously, Forlaget 94 relied on manual processes to distribute digital textbooks to customers. As demand for online educational materials grew, the publisher required a faster, more reliable way to manage orders, provision access, and reduce the risk of administrative errors.

Through its integration of WooCommerce with Webdoxx, Forlaget 94 now runs more than 20 educational products through a 100% automated workflow. The solution automatically processes customer orders and provides instant access to purchased digital textbooks, improving the experience for both customers and internal teams.

“The result is full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” said Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94 and architect behind the WooCommerce-Webdoxx integration. The automated system has enabled Forlaget 94 to eliminate manual errors, accelerate customer processing, and increase customer satisfaction through immediate access provisioning. The implementation demonstrates how educational publishers can modernize digital content delivery while maintaining secure, managed access to learning materials.

Webdoxx, a service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd, provides online DRM and managed document delivery services for publishers, educational organizations, institutions, and commercial content providers.

About Forlaget 94

Forlaget 94 is a Danish educational publisher established in 1994, providing educational products for commercial colleges and vocational schools.

About Webdoxx

Webdoxx is an online DRM and managed document delivery service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd. The platform supports secure access to digital publications and documents across a range of sectors, including education, healthcare, government, finance, and publishing.

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Mike de Smith, Drumlin Security Ltd, 44 7768404712, info@drumlinsecurity.com, https://www.drumlinsecurity.com/

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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