SAN FRANCISCO — March 28, 2018 — The first generation of health and medical wearables have had a long list of issues, mostly due to expensive, bulky design that forced users to change their behavior which led to low adoption. That’s why Siren, a San Francisco-based health technology company, developed Neurofabric™ — the first-ever textile with microsensors embedded directly into the fabric, making its sensors completely seamless and virtually invisible to the user. Plus, Neurofabric can be made on standard industrial equipment, making production of clothing cost-efficient and easily scalable.

Today, Siren is launching its first Neurofabric-powered product — the Siren Diabetic Sock and Foot Monitoring System.

Siren Diabetic Socks continuously monitor foot temperature so people can detect signs of inflammation, the precursor to diabetic foot ulcers. Monitoring foot temperature is clinically proven to be the most effective way of catching foot injuries, and is up to 87-percent more effective at preventing diabetic foot ulcers than standard diabetic foot care.

Current solutions for diabetic foot monitoring rely on non-continuous and manual measurement. People who want to monitor foot temperature have to go to the doctor and get 6 spots on each foot manually measured for temperature, a time-consuming and inefficient process.

Approximately 56 percent of diabetic foot ulcers become infected, and 20 percent of those people with infected foot wounds end up with some type of lower extremity amputation. More than 100,000 legs are lost to diabetes each year in the US. Meanwhile, up to 80 percent of people with diabetes who have foot amputations pass away within five years.

“We built this technology because foot ulcers are the most common, costly and deadly complication for people with diabetes, yet there was no way to continuously monitor for these massive problems,” said Ran Ma, CEO and co-founder of Siren. “Our Neurofabric has endless applications across healthcare, sports, military, and fashion, but it was obvious to us that solving this specific problem is where we had to start, because it impacts so many and can mean the difference between losing a limb or not.”

For people with diabetic neuropathy, Siren’s socks look and feel just like a regular pair of socks and blend seamlessly into their daily lives. Comfortable and discreet, they provide continuous, clinical-grade temperature monitoring and health tracking over time. All they have to do is put on their socks like they would any other day.

“The Siren system has become a vital part of my foot care because it helps catch potential problems early,” said Melissa G., who has Type-1 diabetes. “The socks stay incredibly soft even after washing them, and remain comfortable throughout the day. I love that I can see the temperature of my feet instantly with the app and compare changes from day to day.”

Siren’s Foot Monitoring System includes a variety of patented technologies, enabling the standard manufacturing of integrated sensors, and simultaneous pairing of multiple devices, both of which were previously unsolved.

The subscription includes five pairs of new Siren Diabetic Socks shipped every 6 months, the Siren Companion App, and live customer support.

Siren Diabetic Socks Feature:

• Neurofabric™ — Seamlessly-integrated sensors monitor foot temperature at 6 key points — the most effective method for determining foot health.
• Comfortable fit — All socks are seamless and non-binding.
• Machine-washable and don’t need to be charged
• Moisture-wicking — Fabric removes moisture from the foot area to promote healthy skin.
• Fresh socks every 6 months — We ship you a box of fresh socks every 6 months!

Customers who order in the next 30 days can lock in special launch pricing starting at $19.95/month.

Today’s launch comes on the heels of Siren successfully shipping its first batch of socks to their users. Previously Siren was named 2018 CES Best of Innovation, 2017 CES TechCrunch Battlefield winner, and AARP Consumer’s Choice. As part of today’s announcement, Siren is also announcing it has raised $3.4 million in seed funding from DCM, Khosla Ventures, and Founders Fund.

Posted March 28, 2018

Source: Siren

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — March 27, 2018 — Today Rockline Industries announced that the Arkansas Department of Labor has recognized its Springdale, Ark., campus with an award for exceptional safety, achieving 9 million safe work hours without a lost time accident (LTA). This impressive milestone puts Rockline Industries NWA in elite company as this has only been achieved seven other times since Arkansas began recognizing workplace safety in 1976.

Contributing to Rockline’s success are the location’s monthly inspection program and the behavioral-based safety (BBS) program. The BBS program trains employees to observe work tasks and to provide immediate safety feedback to those involved. Says Mark Fougerousse, EHS manager of Rockline Industries NWA, “A cornerstone of our world-class safety program is our attention to even minor incidents. No matter how seemingly trivial, we investigate each incident or potential incident and make adjustments to how we work to continuously improve safety.”

Rockline associates are responsible and accountable to themselves and the safety of teammates around them. The program also encourages associates to constantly look for  opportunities to improve their work areas and recommend practices that will make the work environment even safer. All area personnel are made aware of any observed safety issues noted during the monthly inspections, helping to prevent repeat issues in the future. “More important than any milestone achieved or honor received, is the knowledge that our employees are safe. We watch out for each other and we have a shared pride in making our work environment the best and safest that it can be,” explains Fougerousse.

“We could not have achieved this important milestone without each and every one of our associates. We are incredibly proud of our team,” says Joel Slank, general manager of the Rockline Industries Springdale location. “Their hard work and dedication to a safe work environment is truly commendable.”

The award from the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Division is part of Arkansas’ overall educational program to encourage workplace safety by honoring companies whose employees have accumulated a significant number of work hours without a lost day away from work due to a work-related injury or illness.

Posted March 27, 2018

Source: Rockline Industries

COSTA MESA, Calif. — March 27, 2018 — AGV, celebrating its 70th anniversary since the production of its first helmet, today introduced the SPORTMODULAR to the North American market, a new world standard in the modular helmet category that shatters previous standards of safety, comfort, and design. The search for the perfect helmet has found its equilibrium in the AGV Sportmodular.

The revolutionary Sportmodular eclipses previous standards in its category by combining the practicality of a modular helmet with the best features of a MotoGP helmet: safety, compactness, design inspired by the world of sports, and lightness (just 1,390 grams/3.06 pounds, depending on shell size).

The only modular helmet in the world built entirely of carbon fiber – including the chin guard – the AGV Sportmodular was designed in accordance with the AGV Extreme Standards development protocols. The helmet, including the panoramic visor with a 190-degree horizontal view, passed extremely strict tests on 18 points of impact.

The Sportmodular helmet underwent thousands of hours of wind tunnel testing during development, resulting in extraordinary soundproofing, ventilation and stability characteristics, making it ideal for those who ride touring bikes that are increasingly similar to sport bikes in terms of power, performance and riding style.

“For us, safety means being at the forefront of knowing how the needs of motorcycle riders are evolving,” said Cristiano Silei, CEO of the Dainese Group. “Sportmodular is a revolutionary helmet created for today’s motorcycle riders who want safety, comfort, performance and sporty design, all in one helmet. After all, we only have one head.”

The Sportmodular provides new standards in aerodynamics, impact protection, ergonomics, ventilation, field of view, and quality of materials. The helmet includes an interior designed for the highest level of riding comfort with a pressure-free fit, and a patented reversible cuff with warm and cool sides. The Sportmodular’s panoramic Class Optic 1 visor avoids distortion and offers a maximum peripheral view of 190-degrees, and a patented Visor Lock System (VLS) reduces the risk of accidental openings. The integrated anti-scratch sun visor can be easily removed in seconds without tools, and a Titanium Double D retention system — 43 percent lighter than and much stronger than steel — ensures the helmet stays securely on the head.

The AGV Sportmodular helmet is now available in dealers throughout North America and online at AGV.com. The helmet starts at $749 and comes in seven different color styles.

Posted March 27, 2018

Source: Dainese Group