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NorthX invests $3 million in breakthrough decarbonization solutions

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Funding to accelerate industrial emissions reductions, scale clean technologies, and strengthen low carbon supply chains

VANCOUVER, BC, April 29, 2026 /CNW/ – NorthX Climate Tech (NorthX) today announced $3 million in non-dilutive investments in four companies developing breakthrough technologies to decarbonize some of BC’s highest-emitting industrial sectors. The funding will support ShiftX Technologies, Kinitics Automation, CURA, and Hydron Energy–accelerating pilot deployments, de-risking early-stage technologies, and advancing pathways to commercial scale across energy, heavy industry, and resource-based systems.

“Clean technology innovation is essential to strengthening Canada’s industrial and climate competitiveness,” said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. “Projects like these are made-in-Canada solutions to improve efficiency, build stronger supply chains, and create good jobs, while positioning Canada as a clean energy superpower and the strongest economy in the G7.”

BC’s industrial sectors represent some of the province’s largest emissions sources and some of its greatest opportunities for economic and climate impact.

“Reducing emissions and building a thriving economy are not mutually exclusive – by driving industrial decarbonization, you can have it both ways,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions. “By funding cutting-edge companies like ShiftX Technologies, Kinitics Automation, CURA, and Hydron Energy, NorthX is not only supporting our government’s methane emission reduction and industrial decarbonization goals but is also making BC more competitive on the world stage.”

NorthX is pleased to support the following companies, each addressing a distinct piece of the decarbonization puzzle:

ShiftX Technologies is developing a cleaner, more compact hydrogen production system that operates at lower temperatures and costs than conventional methods, making it well suited for industrial and marine fuel applications. Its sorbent-based reactor technology is designed to scale, and NorthX is backing a first-of-its-kind pilot to accelerate its path to commercialization.Kinitics Automation is commercializing a zero-emission, drop-in replacement for the methane-venting pneumatic devices widely used in natural gas operations. Its non-venting electric actuator eliminates methane leaks at the source while improving efficiency, reliability, and reducing maintenance demands. The market opportunity is substantial as more than 261,000 of these devices across Canada must be replaced by 2030.CURA is producing zero-carbon lime at commodity-competitive prices through an electrochemical process that captures pure CO₂ for permanent storage. The technology is designed to retrofit directly into existing cement and lime plants, requiring no new supply chains or changes to existing processes, lowering the bar for industry-wide adoption. CURA’s pilot project is progressing toward commercial-scale production, targeting one of the most emissions-intensive sectors in the industrial economy.Hydron Energy is expanding its RNG-based platform into direct air capture, enabling carbon-negative CO₂ removal while recovering rare gases critical to satellite propulsion and other high-value applications. By extracting these gases at ambient conditions, rather than through energy-intensive cryogenic distillation, Hydron delivers a lower-cost, lower-emissions alternative that also reduces Canada’s dependence on geopolitically vulnerable supply chains.

Driving industrial competitiveness through decarbonization

As global demand for low carbon products accelerates, industrial decarbonization is becoming essential to maintaining access to capital, customers, and international markets. Clean technology adoption can also improve operational performance, including enhanced efficiency, reduced fuel consumption, lower waste, and streamlined production processes.

Together, these investments reflect NorthX’s commitment to scaling Canadian climate innovation and accelerating the deployment of practical, high-impact decarbonization solutions across industry.

“Industrial decarbonization is one of the most important and complex opportunities in the global energy transition and we believe BC is uniquely positioned to lead,” said Sarah Goodman, CEO of NorthX. “These companies are developing the kinds of hard tech solutions that can transform how major industries operate, reducing emissions while strengthening economic growth and long-term climate competitiveness.”

Impact at a glance:

$57.6 million in non-dilutive funding deployed$301M million project value supported89 projects supported874 jobs created$621 million in follow-on funding catalyzed

About NorthX:
Founded in 2021 with an initial investment from the BC Government, the Government of Canada, through Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program, and Shell Canada, NorthX Climate Tech (NorthX) is a catalyst for climate action, funding the climate hard tech solutions that transform industries and build lasting prosperity.

Rooted in British Columbia but global in vision, we unite visionaries, investors, industry, government, and partners to scale technologies that drive deep decarbonization and economic growth for Canada. Like the “X” on a map, we pinpoint that pivotal moment when potential is immense, but capital is scarce, that place where local strengths become global solutions.

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ACEMAGIC First to Introduce Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 AI Mini Workstation at IFA 2026

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BERLIN, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ACEMAGIC will exhibit its latest computing products at IFA 2026, taking place from September 4 to 8 at Messe Berlin, Hall 6.2, Booth 128. Among the products on display is the F9A AI mini workstation powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor. ACEMAGIC is among the first manufacturers worldwide to adopt the new platform, bringing a compact workstation for local AI and memory-intensive workloads to IFA.

The F9A PRO 495 integrates the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor, high-capacity unified memory, integrated Radeon graphics, and AI acceleration into a chassis of approximately 2 liters. Measuring 158.5 × 158.5 × 81.5 mm, the system delivers greater computing and memory capacity while maintaining a compact desktop footprint.

The PRO 495 configuration features 16 cores and 32 threads, with boost clock speeds of up to 5.2 GHz and integrated Radeon 8065S graphics. It supports up to 192GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory. According to AMD’s published specifications, the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 platform provides up to 55 TOPS of NPU performance and up to 131 TOPS of total AI performance. Actual performance may vary depending on system configuration, software, and workload.

High-capacity unified memory is a key feature of the F9A PRO 495. The CPU, integrated Radeon graphics, and AI processing resources share the same memory pool, providing additional memory capacity for local AI inference, data processing, content creation, and other memory-intensive workloads. The F9A PRO 495 has demonstrated local operation of the 284B-parameter DeepSeek V4 Flash model. Actual model capacity and performance will vary depending on the model, quantization method, software environment, and system configuration.

For connectivity and expansion, the F9A includes two USB4 ports, dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1, and an OCuLink interface based on PCIe 4.0 x4. For storage, the system features dual M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe slots, supporting up to 8TB of total SSD storage.

In addition to the PRO 495, ACEMAGIC will also showcase an F9A configuration powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor. It features 16 cores and 32 threads, boost clock speeds of up to 5.1 GHz, integrated Radeon 8060S graphics, and support for up to 128GB of LPDDR5X memory, offering another option for users with different memory and computing requirements.

Available in PRO 495 and 395 configurations, the F9A combines high-capacity unified memory, multi-core CPU performance, integrated graphics, and AI acceleration in a compact workstation. It is intended for developers, content creators, and professional users running AI and other memory-intensive workloads locally. The PRO 495 configuration will be a key product in ACEMAGIC’s IFA 2026 lineup.

Visitors can see the ACEMAGIC F9A AI mini workstation and other products at Messe Berlin, Hall 6.2, Booth 128, from September 4 to 8, 2026.

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Roborock Redefines Human-Centered Cleaning at IFA 2026: Unveiling a Comprehensive Ecosystem from the Living Room to the Pool

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BERLIN, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Roborock the global leader in home robotics engineered to simplify daily life and World’s No.1 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Brand H1 2026* announces its participation in IFA 2026 strengthening its claim “Rocking Life with You.” Guided by the philosophy to simplify daily life, Roborock focuses on human-centered intelligent cleaning, where technology adapts seamlessly to the real and dynamic moments of everyday life. By prioritizing user needs, the products advanced intelligence works effortlessly in the background, providing autonomous and time-saving solutions that free up people’s schedules to spend more time on what truly matters.

This commitment to engineering excellence and thoughtful design has earned Roborock its position as a global leader. Quan Gang, President of Roborock, said:

“Our mission is to give time back to our customers by automating everyday tasks. Building smarter robots is the means, not the goal. Every minute spent on housework is time taken away from family, passions, and personal well-being. By staying customer-centric and strengthening our global presence and partner networks, we turn technological leadership into trusted, tailored solutions that make everyday life easier for people around the world.”

A new Frontier in Water Care: Roborock RockAqua P1

Roborock is thrilled to introduce the Roborock RockAqua P1 at IFA in Berlin, marking the debut of its first-ever pool cleaner line from the RockAqua series. This smart underwater robot is designed to master complex pool shapes with complete coverage across floors, walls, waterline, and shallow platforms down to 15 cm.

It combines a powerful 6,800 GPH suction, a 4L debris basket with 180+70μm dual-filtration, and up to 3.5 hours of runtime with a fast 3.5-hour recharge. Equipped with monocular camera obstacle avoidance, dynamic dirt detection, and Auto Waterline Parking, the RockAqua P1 effortlessly adapts to complex pool shapes for easy retrieval and maintenance.

The Roborock RockAqua P1 marks Roborock’s entry into pool cleaning and the latest expansion of its outdoor cleaning innovation. Bringing the company’s expertise in autonomous navigation and debris removal to the water, it extends Roborock’s intelligent cleaning capabilities to pool care while reducing the need for manual maintenance.

Mastering Every Threshold: the Roborock Robot Vacuum Series

The flagship Roborock Saros 20 Flow and Roborock Qrevo Edge 3 Pro represent the pinnacle of robotic mobility. Both models are powered by a massive 36,000 Pa HyperForce® suction motor, feature the upgraded AdaptiLift® Chassis 3.0, which allows the robots to cross double-layer thresholds of up to 8.8 cm, and are equipped with the RetractSense Navigation System. The Roborock Saros 20 Flow utilizes a roller mop for thorough cleaning of floors. The Roborock Qrevo Edge 3 Pro achieves a remarkably slim profile, effortlessly navigating under sofas and beds as low as 7.95 cm with advanced localization and mapping capabilities.

Versatile Power for the Whole Home: the Roborock F25 Series

For deep floor restoration, the new wet dry vacuum models deliver unmatched performance. The Roborock F25 Ultra Steam Gen 2 combines high-temperature steam and hot-water cleaning to tackle stubborn, dried-on stains while automatically adapting its power to different floor conditions. Alongside it, the Roborock F25 Pro Turbo Combo offers a versatile 5-in-1 system; with its detachable drive module and interchangeable heads, it effortlessly transforms from a powerful wet dry vacuum into a high-performance cordless vacuum for furniture and hard-to-reach areas.

Smart Outdoor Living: Roborock RockNeo Q2 LiDAR

Expanding the “Rocking Life” experience to the garden, the Roborock RockNeo Q2 LiDAR is a robotic mower designed to make professional lawn care effortless. Covering areas up to 800 m², it utilizes Sentisphere™ LiDAR environmental perception and ReactiVision Fusion for precision obstacle avoidance completely freed of cables or antennas. With its floating cutting deck and the built-in PreciEdge™ cutting module, with a 3 cm edge-cutting capability that delivers a near-perfect lawn finish with minimal manual setup.

The Greatest Meeting the Greatest: Partnership with Real Madrid

Roborock’s journey to becoming the World’s No. 1 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Brand* is driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence – a mindset shared by its partner, Real Madrid.

With a record of 15 UEFA Champions League titles and 36 La Liga championships, Real Madrid embodies the same commitment to continuous progress and high performance. The partnership brings together two global leaders united by a shared ambition to keep moving forward.

“When the world’s number one in smart home robotics joins forces with the greatest football club in history, it is a partnership built on shared ambition,” said Quan Gang, President of Roborock. “Like Real Madrid, we never rest on past achievements. We continue to push the boundaries of what is possible and strive for excellence for our global community.”

About Roborock

Roborock is a leading smart cleaning brand renowned for its intelligent cleaning solutions. Having become the #1 best-selling robotic vacuum cleaner brand for H1 2026, according to IDC*, Roborock enriches lives with its innovative line of robot vacuums, cordless vacuum cleaners, wet-dry vacuums, robotic lawn mowers, robotic pool cleaners, and washer-dryers. Rooted in a user-centric approach, our R&D-driven solutions cater to diverse cleaning needs in millions of homes across more than 170 countries and regions. Headquartered in Beijing and with strategic subsidiaries in key markets, including the United States, Germany, South Korea, Japan, Poland and the Netherlands. Roborock is dedicated to elevating its market presence worldwide. As of August 2026, Roborock serves more than 30 million households. For more information, visit https://global.roborock.com/.

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Carestream Healthcare International Enhances DRX‑LC Detector to Level Up Long‑Length Imaging Performance

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SHANGHAI, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Carestream Healthcare International is introducing the latest version of its DRX‑LC Detector, delivering enhanced imaging performance, efficiency, and quality for long‑length imaging across a wide range of exams and clinical environments.

Long‑length imaging has traditionally been time‑consuming and complex, often requiring multiple exposures and image stitching. Carestream’s DRX‑LC Detector simplifies this process with single‑shot long‑length imaging, enabling radiographers to capture long‑bone and spine exams in one exposure. This approach reduces hold time, minimizes retakes, and helps improve patient comfort while streamlining workflows.

The newest version of the DRX‑LC Detector builds on this foundation by integrating advanced technology and leveraging AI to improve consistency and image quality. Detector Exposure Control (DEC) provides precise, consistent exposure by automatically adjusting imaging parameters to help reduce variability, optimize dose, and improve diagnostic accuracy. Smart Noise Cancellation (SNC) further enhances image clarity by reducing noise while preserving fine detail, enabling high‑quality images with greater confidence and lower dose.

“Our latest DRX‑LC enhancements are focused on delivering more consistent, efficient, and high‑quality imaging,” said Marco Riolfo, Detector Portfolio Product Line Manager, at Carestream Healthcare International. “By combining single‑capture capability with intelligent exposure control and AI‑driven noise cancellation, we are helping radiography departments simplify workflows while supporting improved patient care and diagnostic confidence.”

These advancements improve dose efficiency and streamline exams by combining single‑shot acquisition with intelligent automation. Compatibility across DR rooms, mobile systems, and retrofit solutions further enhance flexibility, allowing providers to use a single detector across multiple care settings, from radiology departments to operating rooms.

With its combination of single‑shot LLI imaging, AI‑enabled innovation, and enhanced usability, the DRX‑LC Detector elevates long‑length imaging performance while improving efficiency, consistency, and the overall patient and user experience. For more product information, please visit: www.carestreamhealthcare.com/global/en/medical/dr-detectors/drx-lc-detector.

About Carestream Healthcare International

Carestream Healthcare International draws on a century-old imaging heritage to empower healthcare providers worldwide. We deliver advanced X-ray systems, DR solutions, medical imaging films, intraoperative C-arm imaging, AI-enabled innovations, and full-lifecycle services. As a member of Midea Group, we combine global imaging expertise with Midea’s intelligent manufacturing and technology ecosystem to deliver high-quality, efficient, and accessible medical imaging solutions.

For more information about the company’s broad portfolio of products, solutions and services, please contact your Carestream representative or visit www.carestreamhealthcare.com.

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Email: contact@carestreamhealthcare.com 
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