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New Senate GOP Leader Thune Open To Recess Appointments, Analysts See ‘Difficult’ Path For SecDef Pick

Newly elected Senate Republican leader John Thune (R-S.D.) reiterated his openness on Wednesday to potentially allowing recess appointments to skirt around the traditional confirmation process and quickly install President-elect Trump’s […]




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Navy Awards Kongsberg $961 Million Contract For Naval Strike Missiles

The Navy awarded Norway’s Kongsberg a $961 million multiyear contract for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM), also known as the Over the Horizon-Weapons System encanistered missiles. NSMs are currently deployed […]




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Starfish Gets $29 Million In New Funding To Complete Development Of Otter Spacecraft

Starfish Space on Wednesday announced a new funding round that will allow it to complete development and build of three spacecraft that will be used for on-orbit docking and maneuvering […]




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Elon Musk’s New Government Efficiency Job: Pros and Cons for the Satellite Industry

Elon Musk will co-lead a newly created Department of Government Efficiency in the Trump administration, president-elect Trump said late Tuesday. According to Trump’s press statement, the Department of Government Efficiency will […]




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U.S. Air Force to Refine CCA Increment 2 Concept, As Service Announces Buy of More Increment 1 Aircraft

The U.S. Air Force plans to refine its concept for the future Increment 2 of the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA). “Increment 2–we are ‘danger’ close to getting started in earnest […]




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Rocket Lab Signs First Neutron Launch Contract, Posts 55% Growth in Q3

Rocket Lab [RKLB] announced its first launch deal for the upcoming medium-lift Neutron rocket —  a multi-launch agreement with an unnamed commercial satellite constellation operator.  Rocket Lab announced the deal […]




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DoD’s Replicator 1.2 Includes Small UASs, Loitering Munition, Drone Development Effort

The Pentagon on Wednesday disclosed additional capabilities selected for its Replicator initiative to get after fielding innovative technology rapidly at scale, which includes small drones from an Army program, loitering […]



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OEMs See Growth in Single-Zone Ductless Market as Homeowners Expand, Remodel

The work-from-home trend, a shortage of new housing and other factors are leading people to expand their homes and remodel existing spaces. They’re often turning to single-zone ductless products to heat and cool those new living spaces.




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Aerapy: UV Monitoring System

This patent-pending system, available globally, can be integrated into any new or existing setting where UV technology is essential, including HVAC systems, UV curing, printing facilities, and more.




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Fieldpiece Acquires its Australian Master Distributor

The acquisition establishes a direct corporate presence in Australia and a foundation for further expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, a press release from Fieldpiece said.




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Oxbox Launches Line of Split-System Products for R-454B

Oxbox’s new line of products for use with the refrigerant R-454B represents a crucial step in the company’s efforts to protect the climate and reduce HFC emissions, the company said.




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saveONenergy's Retrofit Program Launches Updates to Help Businesses Cut Costs

The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) has announced updates to the saveONenergy Retrofit Program that provide additional financial incentives for Ontario businesses to reduce energy used by lighting, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, and building plug loads.




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New CO Alarm Response Policy for Ontario in Enbridge Gas Territory

The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) announced that it received a notice from Enbridge indicating a change to its carbon monoxide (CO) alarm response policy that will align Enbridge with industry-established best practices and will trigger the fastest response time possible. 




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B&B Trade Distribution Centre to Supply Aquatherm Pipe in Ontario Market

Aquatherm North America has announced B&B Trade Distribution Centre as its newest distribution partner. B&B services the HVACR and sheet metal trades across Ontario from locations in Toronto, Oakville, Hamilton, London, and Windsor.




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Environment Canada Publishes Notice of Intent to Regulate HFCs

Environment Canada announced that it is moving forward with regulatory measures to limit the growth of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). It has published a Notice of Intent to Regulate Hydrofluorocarbons in the Canada Gazette outlining the scope of the proposed measures for HFCs, which are considered potent greenhouse gases.




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HRAI Reports Commercial, Residential A/C Shipment Decreases in Fourth Quarter

The Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) reported decreases in commercial and residential air conditioning shipments year-to-date in the fourth quarter.




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Distech Controls to be Acquired by Acuity Brands

Distech Controls Inc., a supplier of building automation and energy management solutions, announced that it has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Acuity Brands Inc., a leading provider of intelligent lighting solutions.




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Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada Receives Canadian Solar Industry Energy Management Award

Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada Inc. announced that it has received a Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) Game Changer Award, the Energy Management Award, as part of the annual Game Changer Awards Gala.




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MCEE Expo and Conference Draws a Crowd

The aisles were packed for the 2015 edition of MCEE, a Canadian trade show and conference for the plumbing, hydronics, HVACR, electrical, and lighting industries. The two-day trade show and conference took place April 22-23 in Montreal.




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HRAI Conference to Provide a More Streamlined Program

The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) has announced that the 47th Annual HRAI Annual General Meeting and Conference has the theme “Opportunities through Challenge & Change.” Following that theme, this year’s event is implementing changes to provide an improved conference.




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Distech Controls Selected as Provincial Winner at National Bank’s 2015 SME Awards

Distech Controls, a provider of energy management solutions, announced it was named the Provincial Laureate, SME Exporter category, at the 21st edition of National Bank’s SME Awards. The company noted it has the honor of being a two-time award recipient, having been named Bronze Laureate in the same category in 2014.




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Canada Tops International List of Top 10 Countries for LEED Green Building

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced that Canada has topped its international rankings of the Top 10 Countries for LEED. The list highlights countries outside of the U.S. that are making significant strides in sustainable building.




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GDI Integrated Facility Services to Acquire Ainsworth

GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Ainsworth Inc., a subsidiary of CEDA International Corp. Ainsworth is a Canadian provider of a range of technical services including mechanical maintenance, HVACR, electrical, and more.




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Aggreko Acquires ICS Group

Aggreko, a global provider of modular, mobile power and related solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of the equipment rental business of ICS Group Inc., a provider of portable climate control services in Canada.




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Wyse Meter Solutions and Certified Building Systems Announce Partnership

Wyse Meter Solutions and Certified Building Systems (CBS) have announced a strategic partnership to give condominium owners more control over utility expenses. Wyse and CBS said they will integrate their capabilities in energy management, creating opportunities to reduce energy use by 25-to-40 percent.




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Distech Controls Partners with Tech Hub, Notman House

Distech Controls, a supplier of energy management solutions, announced that the company is partnering with one of Canada’s top tech hubs, Notman House. The historic, downtown Montreal building provides tech startups with flexible office space that promotes networking, community building, and shared learning.




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Enercare Introduces New Program for Multifamily Building Managers

Enercare Inc. has announced the introduction of its Preferred Customer Program for multifamily buildings. The program provides property managers, landlords, and developers with cost savings and a single point-of-contact for efficient delivery of services for their building’s sub-metering, water heating, and heating and cooling needs.




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GDI Integrated Facility Services Closes Acquisition of Ainsworth

GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of Ainsworth Inc., a subsidiary of CEDA International Corp. The acquisition unites GDI’s cross-Canada commercial janitorial services platform with Ainsworth’s cross-Canada HVACR, mechanical, electrical, and technical services business.




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Direct Energy Home Services and Alberta Home Services Join Forces

Direct Energy Home Services announced it will be the exclusive HVAC contractor for Alberta Home Services providing its customers with repair and replacement of HVAC equipment. Alberta Home Services announced it will be the exclusive duct cleaning contractor for Direct Energy Home Services.




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DiversiTech Acquires Cliplight Manufacturing

DiversiTech Corp., a leading manufacturer and supplier of HVACR parts and accessories, announced that it has purchased Cliplight Manufacturing Co., a Toronto-based manufacturer of HVACR sealants, work lights, and battery charger products.




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Service Experts to be Acquired by Enercare

Canadian home and commercial services company Enercare Inc., Toronto, is reported to have entered into an agreement to acquire Service Experts, a U.S. provider of HVAC services based in Plano, Texas. The purchase price is said to be $340.75 million.




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HVAC Efficiency Standards in US Offer Savings for Canadians

HVAC efficiency standards have changed in the U.S., creating an opportunity for Canadians dealers. Distributors and manufacturers in the Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. need to sell 13 SEER inventory by July 2016. Canadian dealers can purchase this equipment at significant savings.




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TMI Climate Solutions Announces New Canadian Subsidiary, New Plant

TMI Climate Solutions, a manufacturer of advanced air handling, hydronic systems, and custom HVAC solutions, has announced a new subsidiary, TMI Climate Solutions Canada Inc. The company also announced completion of a new 200,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Pointe-Claire (Montreal), Quebec.




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HRAI Reports Big Increase in Ductless Shipments

The Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) reported that ductless split systems shipments had a major increase of 20 percent in the first quarter of 2016. Residential air conditioning showed an increase of 2 percent.




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Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada Wins Award for Solar Finance Platform

Panasonic Eco Solutions Canada Inc. announced it won the 2016 Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) Game Changer Award in the “Project Finance Category,” presented at the Game Changer Awards Gala. This is Panasonic’s second CanSIA Game Changer Award.




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Belimo Receives ACME Innovation Award

Belimo Americas was the recipient of the Atlantic Canada Mechanical Exhibitors (ACME) Innovation Award for its Belimo Energy Valve™. The Energy Valve is a two-way pressure independent control valve that optimizes, documents, and proves water coil performance.




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County to Reduce Energy, Water Consumption with Performance Contract

The County of Bruce has selected Ecosystem as the winning bidder to provide integrated energy performance contracting (IEPC) services in four of the county’s buildings. The $3.4 million project is expected to generate annual energy savings of $273,288 and receive $251,800 in incentives.




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Ameresco Launches Efficiency Project with National Research Council of Canada

Ameresco Inc. announced that it has partnered with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) on a new energy savings project. The $3.9 million (CAD) comprehensive energy efficiency and facility renewal project at NRC research facilities is expected to save over $330,000 annually in utility costs.




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Enercare Launches Program to Help Disadvantaged Families

Enercare Inc. has announced the launch of the Enercare Fresh Start Program, a new corporate social responsibility program designed to help families transitioning between temporary shelters and a home of their own.




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GDI Integrated Facility Services Names Senior VP/CFO

GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. has announced the appointment of Stéphane Lavigne, CPA, as senior vice president and chief financial officer. Lavigne was most recently with IPL Inc., where he was executive vice president and CFO, and president and CEO following the sale of the company.




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Using Data Recording as a Troubleshooting Aid

Data recording can help less experienced technicians troubleshoot refrigeration systems. 




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Rules

Posted by Vicente Millan via Snort-sigs on Nov 13

Good afternoon, I need some support. I use Snort for Pfsense on AWS Cloud and in addition to the rules we have, I need
to add or create others that monitor, inspect and alert/prevent covert malware communication channels. This is in order
to comply with PCI-DSS Version 4.01. If you can guide me in some way with some documentation on which rules I should
apply,

Thank you all.

Vicente Millán

Gerencia de Infraestructura
Consultor Senior...




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N92 Pictures Are Ready! + N93 Call For Presentations, Talk of the Week

Posted by Nanog News on Nov 13

*** Reminder: NANOG 93 Call For Presentations*
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We are looking to schedule over 1,600 minutes of content for NANOG 93 - so
don’t wait! We want to hear from you whether you plan to present from on
the stage or as a live remote presenter.

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Re: [manrs-community] Implementing Decentralized RPKI with Blockchain Technology

Posted by Brandon Z. on Nov 13

Hi guys,

In technical terms, RIRs can indeed configure IPs to become RPKI invalid.
However, my point is not to remove RPKI but to make it invalid.

This could happen; for example, RIPE was required to remove all IRRs
related to Russia (I'm glad RIPE has not done this).

Decentralization can address this issue; it's not just a hype concept.

Best,
*Brandon Z.*
HUIZE LTD
www.huize.asia <https://huize.asia/>| www.ixp.su | Twitter...





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Constrafor Launches Disaster Relief Effort for Hurricane-Affected Communities

Constrafor is stepping up to support local contractors across Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia with a comprehensive Disaster Relief Effort. This initiative, in conjunction with their Early Pay Program (EPP), aims to provide immediate financial support to contractors, enabling them to overcome delays, secure materials, and ensure timely payment for their teams.




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Paul Davis Restoration Continues Its Support of the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Efforts with $1 Million Donation

Paul Davis Restoration pledges $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program in response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This proactive donation ensures the Red Cross is equipped to meet the needs of those affected by disasters across the U.S. Discover how this significant contribution, along with volunteer efforts, supports disaster relief and community resilience. 




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There's a Psychrometric Calculator App for That


Phoenix Restoration Equipment announces the release of its new, free iPhone application that will instantly calculate the psychometric data essential to restoration professionals. 




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Xactware Releases Xactimate Version 27.1


The latest version of Xactware’s estimating software contains enhanced features to make estimating renovation and repair costs faster, easier, and more effective.