New Partnership for ViewRay In the Works

Plans for the partnership for radiation therapy company ViewRay with Medtronic and Elekta are in the works. News of the new joint decision has already increased ViewRay shares up 37% in the after-hours trading. The agreement is however contingent upon ViewRay raising $75 million in equity capital, so the agreement is non-binding at the time. The collaboration is hopeful for ViewRay to work with Elekta and run clinical studies to research MR-guided radiation therapy. The details of the agreement made with Medtronic are less available in this stage, but analysts believe the investments from Medtronic’s partnership show “strong signs”. To read more on this new partnership with these companies read here.

Avoiding Electrical Hazards In Your Work Environment

During any type of job, there are always electrical hazards that are sometimes ignored or not thought to be dangerous until disaster strikes. Many unexpected accidents can be prevented with the proper care and knowledge of electrical safety. On item specifically, that is popular in many offices on chilly days, is the use of space heaters. These warming devices although keep personnel more comfortably warm while working but they also demand a fair amount of energy, so it is best to always have them plugged directly into a wall and never use extension cords, power strips, or surge protectors.  By plugging in too many items into one power source, a risk of blowing/burning up circuit breaker or even starting a fire. In the article, they further discuss using proper tools for any job inside or outside in order to use proper electrical equipment for safety needs.

Preventing Breakdowns and Fire Hazards with Thermal Inspections

Having to deal with unexpected downtime with failures due to a damaged electrical panel can create big headaches with a big price tag for repairs for companies to have to handle. If connections or components overheat, there are many risks including a fire hazard with electrical shorts. One of the biggest problems during an inspection is not all problems with an electrical panel can be seen visibly which is why a solution for this could be a routine inspection with the use of thermal cameras that can read accurate temperature readings from a safe distance. In the article, the inspection with proper tools is suggested for this preventative measure done by FLIR company. Having proper maintenance and repairs done is always key to running a successful business no matter the size or nature. If ever in need of replacement parts for your electrical needs, JP Electrical Company specializes in your electrical needs and are happy to answer any questions.