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Covid-19 Treatment in Luang Prabang No Longer Free

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Authorities in Luang Prabang have declared that Covid-19 patients who receive treatment at provincial health facilities must pay for their own expenses.

Advanced Energy’s 4100T optical fiber thermometer improves temperature accuracy and control in advanced semiconductor processes

With better measurement accuracy and higher read rate, the 4100T multi-channel, non-contact optical fiber thermometer enables easy upgrade from market-leading OR4000T

DENVER, COLORADO – Media OutReach – 24 November 2021 – Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) – a global leader in highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions – today introduced the Sekidenko 4100T pyrometer. A drop-in replacement for Advanced Energy’s market-leading OR4000T, the 4100T optical fiber thermometer (OFT) delivers exceptional temperature measurement accuracy, a wider temperature range and simultaneous multi-channel maximum read speed for leading-edge semiconductor and adjacent thin-film applications.

“Advanced Energy’s pyrometers are used by top semiconductor OEMs due to our industry-leading performance. The 4100T further extends our leadership with many enhancements beyond our industry-leading OR4000T, enabling our customers to reach unmatched levels of process control and manufacturability,” said Jeff Hebb, vice president of marketing and applications, critical sensing and control at Advanced Energy. “The feature-rich 4100T is a ‘drop-in’ replacement for OR4000T, making upgrades very convenient for our existing customers. In addition, it supports EtherCAT, serial and USB communications.”

 

Up to four different temperatures can be measured simultaneously using the 4100T, which reduces the number of control boxes required for multi-point control, shrinks the form factor and delivers cost-saving benefits. The high read rate of up to 1 kHz per channel enables faster thermal response for better temperature control and uniformity of leading-edge applications such as rapid thermal processing, laser annealing, atomic layer deposition and other advanced deposition technologies.

 

The multi-channel OFT with application-specific, configurable wavelength provides exceptional accuracy, repeatability, reliability and fast read rates for the most demanding temperature measurements. Traditional thermocouple and other contact sensor measurements are undesirable for applications where physical contact with the wafer can cause damage, contamination or measurement errors due to heat transfer effects. The 4100T measures temperature directly with ±1.5°C accuracy in situ without making contact with the object of interest. In addition to eliminating these potential contact measurement issues, the 4100T is also an optimal solution for applications where the wafer is in motion or is being processed at very high temperatures or high ramp rates.

 

For detailed product information and technical specifications, visit https://www.advancedenergy.com/products/temperature-measurement/thermal-measurement-optical-pyrometers-power-controllers/semiconductorthin-film-pyrometers/sekidenko-4100t/.

About Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, USA.

For more information, visit www.advancedenergy.com.

Advanced Energy | Precision. Power. Performance.

#AdvancedEnergy

CIFI’s ESG rating further upgraded to ‘BBB’ by MSCI

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 24 November 2021 – CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd. (“CIFI” or the “Group”, HKEx stock code: 884), a leading real estate developer and investor in first-, second- and robust third-tier cities in China, is pleased that the world’s largest index company MSCI Inc. has upgraded CIFI’s ESG (environmental, social and governance practice) rating to “BBB” from “BB”. The Company’s ESG rating has been upgraded by MSCI for two consecutive years. Meanwhile, the Group’s subsidiary, CIFI Ever Sunshine Services Group Limited (“Ever Sunshine”, HKEx stock code: 1995), was reaffirmed the ESG rating “BBB” by MSCI. The upgrade and reaffirmation are recognitions of the Group’s achievements in its ESG practice.

 

MSCI’s ESG rating report on CIFI states that the Group demonstrates improvements in construction and safety risk management It has obtained ISO 9001 quality management certification for some of its construction projects, engages with third-party agencies to perform quality assurance on its construction processes. Besides, targeting to increase the proportion of green buildings among its projects, CIFI has developed a sustainability framework and conducted successful green bond issuances.

 

Mr. Lin Zhong, Chairman of CIFI, said “We welcome the further upgrade of CIFI’s ESG rating and the reaffirmation of Ever Sunshine’s ESG rating by MSCI. These are also proof of capital market’s recognition on the Group’s ESG achievements. CIFI has always emphasized on the importance of improving the ESG performance of a corporation. Our ESG initiatives focus on the four substantive issues of ‘Green Living, Quality Living, Harmonious Living and Wonderful Living’, and we are committed to exploring innovative ways of sustainable development. CIFI strives to become an ESG model enterprise and an excellent corporate citizen, building CIFI into a global Fortune 500 company with leading performance in environmental protection, social responsibility and corporate governance. “

 

The MSCI index is the most common benchmark index used by portfolio managers around the world, and its ESG rating results have become an essential basis for investment decisions by major investment institutions. MSCI ESG Ratings are mainly based on public information such as corporate ESG reports, websites, and news releases. It evaluates the company’s sustainability performance from the perspective of ESG, assesses the ESG risks faced by the companies, and identifies opportunities on the company’s core business and the general ESG issues encountered by our peers in the industry. MSCI ESG Ratings is based on the comparison of the weighted average scores of the companies in the same industry around the world. The companies are rated on a scale of seven ratings from the highest of “AAA” to the lowest of “CCC”.

 

About CIFI (Group):

Headquartered in Shanghai, CIFI is one of China’s top real estate developers. CIFI principally focuses on developing high-quality properties in first-, second- and robust third-tier cities in China. CIFI develops various types of properties, including residential projects, offices and commercial complexes.

To learn more about the Group, please visit CIFI’s website at: http://www.cifi.com.cn

#CIFI

DHL Supply Chain is entrusted by GE Healthcare Japan with logistics operations to optimize healthcare service parts logistics

DHL Supply Chain opens five new logistics centers in Japan to meet the increasing demand of Service Parts for healthcare equipment.

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 24 November 2021 – DHL Supply Chain (DHL), the global contract logistics leader, has opened five new logistics centers in Japan to support its operations for GE Healthcare Japan, a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostic, and digital solutions innovator. The five new logistics centers are located in Kawasaki, Sapporo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka.

 


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To support GE Healthcare Japan’s service in Japan, all centers manage the warehousing of service parts for GE Healthcare’s transformational medical technologies and service to meet demand for increase access, enhanced quality and more affordable healthcare around the world. The Tokyo Central Distribution Centers (CDC) in Kawasaki provide 24×7 services encompassing distribution & regulatory compliance, call center operations, international import, reverse returns management, demand fulfilment support global services medical professional to deliver greatest healthcare to patients.

Spanning 5,000-square-meters, the facility at Kawasaki is the biggest of the five sites, featuring versatility which can support future implementation of robotics, cold room storage and high-spec IT systems, and processing in excess of 600,000 orders per annum. Each of the five centers have been selected for their strategic location based network centricity analysis and are designed to be the regional distribution center to supply medical service parts on demand speed to market to GE Japan’s customer swiftly.

 

Alfred Goh, President & Representative Director, CEO Japan and Korea, DHL Supply Chain said, “DHL is already providing service logistics services to GE Healthcare in 13 sites across 10 countries is recognized for the level of the services we provide. We are honored to be able to demonstrate our capabilities and deliver value in Japan by utilizing world-class warehouse standards, network scalability, visibility, flexibility, innovation, continuous improvement based on our unique operation management system as well as best practices from other parts of the world.”

 

Akiko Nakategawa, Director of Global Service Parts Operations, GE Healthcare Japan, “It was imperative for us optimize our logistics operations as we faced quality and cost challenges in service parts logistics management. DHL’s robust performance management, proactive continuous improvement culture, optimized supply chain cost, and service logistics network covering all necessary areas match GE Healthcare’s priorities for business growth. We saw a strong business fit between both companies. We believe that DHL, with its global expertise and localized know-how, is an ideal partner for us in providing efficient services.”

DHL – The logistics company for the world

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 63 billion euros in 2019. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. Deutsche Post DHL Group aims to achieve zero-emissions logistics by 2050.

#DHL

GE Healthcare Japan:

As a cornerstone of the GE global healthcare business, GE Healthcare Japan Corporation strives to innovate and deliver precision health that covers the care pathway ranging from prevention, diagnosis and treatment to follow-up/prognosis management. Since its foundation in 1982 with more than 1,700 employees, GE Healthcare Japan has been committed to serving the needs of customers and delivering solutions to healthcare challenges in Japan. It operates research & development, manufacturing factory, sales and service divisions in around 60 business offices across Japan with its offerings including but not limited to intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services.

For more information, please visit our website at www.gehealthcare.co.jp.

About GE Healthcare:

GE Healthcare is the $17 billion* healthcare business of GE (NYSE: GE). As a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics and digital solutions innovator, GE Healthcare enables clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. With over 100 years of healthcare industry experience and around 47,000 employees globally, the company operates at the center of an ecosystem working toward precision health, digitizing healthcare, helping drive productivity and improve outcomes for patients, providers, health systems and researchers around the world.

Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Insights for the latest news, or visit our website www.gehealthcare.com for more information.

*Excluding BioPharma

Laos to See Temperature Drop This Week as Cool Weather Sets In

Cold Weather Set to Continue in Laos


Cooler weather is forecast for several parts of Laos this week, with temperatures expected to drop by up to 4 degrees.

The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers and Hong Kong Construction Association Joint Conference 2021

Rising Challenges ‧ Embracing Change

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers (HKICM) and Hong Kong Construction Association (HKCA) hosted the HKICM/HKCA Joint Conference 2021,  at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre today (23 November). Themed “Rising Challenges‧Embracing Change“, the Conference gathered government officials, industry leaders and scholars both locally and from overseas to explore the prospects and emerging trends of the construction industry from multiple perspectives. The Conference was opened by the Guest of Honour Ir LAU Chun Kit, Ricky, JP, Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Development Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

 

New technologies are being developed and deployed by the construction industry as it enters a digital era. Exploring challenges, prospects and emerging trends of the industry under a new normal at the Conference, HKICM and HKCA aim to lead the industry beyond the boundary of existing technologies, and explore further opportunities to bring revolution to the industry. 

 

The conference comprised four sessions, namely “Challenges in the Construction Industry”, “New Trends and Advanced Technology Applications”, “Adaptions in Hong Kong”, and “Strengthen the Role of Construction Managers and Promote Professionalism.” The organisers were privileged to host 10 industry leaders and scholars from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Singapore and France, who delivered speeches about the latest industry advancements at the Conference. Each of the sessions were followed by a well-received panel discussion led by a total of 16 industry professionals.

 

In his opening keynote speech, the Guest of Honour of the Conference Ir LAU Chun Kit, Ricky, JP, Permanent Secretary for Development (Works) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region mentioned, “Moving ahead, we are committed to taking forward the transformation of our industry through the Construction 2.0 advocating “innovation”, “professionalisation” and “revitalisation”. In particular, we should leverage on the adoption of digitalisation and advanced technologies to strengthen our capability and enable the industry as a whole to be more resilient to meet all future challenges.”


Cr ZA Wai-gin, Tony, President of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers mentions, “The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers will soon be celebrating its 25th anniversary. Over the past 25 years, HKICM has acted as a platform for knowledge exchange, experience sharing, and provision of continuous professional development for our members. Through this Conference, we hope delegates will get a grip on the innovations in the industry and administer construction projects with improved quality and cost effectiveness. HKICM is advocating for the Government’s soonest adoption of the ‘Registration of Professional Construction Managers’ regime, which will not only enhance assurance of construction supervision and quality, but will also incentivize the entry ofyounger professionals  into the industry.”

Sr LAM Kin-wing, Eddie, President of Hong Kong Construction Association mentions, “We are  increasingly seeing more new technologies due to  the advancement of science and technology in recent years. Showcasing new technologies used in construction projects at the Conference, we hope delegates will be inspired to raise their efficiency with new technologies while maintaining a high service quality that meets stipulated professional benchmarks.”

 

Please download event photos here.

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The Guest of Honour Mr LAU Chun Kit, Ricky, JP, Permanent Secretary for Development (Works) of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region delivers opening keynote speech.

Photo 2

Cr ZA Wai-gin, Tony, President of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers (left) and Sr LAM Kin-wing, Eddie, President of Hong Kong Construction Association (right) present memento to Ir LAU Chun Kit, Ricky, JP (middle).

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Government officials, industry leaders and representatives from the academia discussed the prospects and emerging trends of the construction industry from professional aspects.

#HKICM #HKCA

Co-Wealth helps small and medium enterprises in Hong Kong to solve health problem with medical insurance application services

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – Professional medical services can solve health problems for many. However, expensive medical expenses are not affordable for everyone. Regarding this, Co-Wealth provides its customers with comprehensive medical insurance plans and group medical insurance services to reduce the burden of customers’ medical expenses, in hopes that customers can concentrate on receiving treatment and get back to health as soon as possible.

 

Medical insurance mainly guarantees hospitalization medical expenses for the insured. Most medical insurance products have multiple protection items, and each item has a compensation limit. Some medical insurance products adopt a “full coverage” structure. The premium of medical insurance is determined according to the age of the insured. The insurance is renewed each year, and the insured shall claim compensation in the form of actual reimbursement.

 

When comparing medical insurance products, Co-Wealth considers the expected coverage rates of several common injury cases. Furthermore, the medical expenses of relevant cases would be adjusted according to the ward level of the selected Hong Kong private hospital.

Group medical care is designed for small and medium-sized enterprises with 3 or more employees with comprehensive coverage.  Group medical care covers life, accident, hospitalization, online outpatient medical insurance protection, and global emergency support services to help the insured with medical expenses. In addition, insured members only need to show their health card and pay a small out-of-pocket payment to enjoy high-quality online outpatient medical services, and eliminate the need for post-incident claims procedures, allowing employers to easily provide employees with the most basic and practical high-end medical insurance protection.

There are various types of high-end medical insurance on the market. However, not everyone has a guarantee renewal clause, given that the medical insurance company has the right to respond to past claims or physical conditions of the insured when the policy is renewed in case of no such clause in the policy. The medical insurance company would then decide on whether to let the insured renew the insurance. Therefore, the insured is very passive in this situation.

Group medical treatment can provide employees with a safety net. When feeling unwell, insured members can be treated with the most appropriate treatment plan, so that employees can feel more at ease when insured.

About Co-Wealth Management Consultant

Co-Wealth is a comprehensive business consulting company that provides customers with a variety of services such as group medical insurance, personal medical insurance, high-end medical insurance, employees’ compensation insurance, employees’ compensation regulations, labour insurance, MPF accounts opening, NCB car insurance, NCB regular insurance, full insurance and third party guarantee insurance, auto insurance, long-term service payment, BUD special fund, severance payment, employee benefits and IT services such as online shop / web design, website production, App production, and online shop opening.

#CoWealth

Mapping Present, Future of Lao Agriculture, Land Use Insights with LRIMS

Land Resources Information Management System LRIMS
Land Resources Information Management System LRIMS


Lao Agriculture looks to future as Land Resources Information Management System (LRIMS) permits public access to detailed future scenarios amid climate change for free with help from Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF).