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Grid Net is a software company that specializes in providing solutions for the smart grid, focusing on utility customers and technology partners. The company's Machine-to-Machine Network Operating System is designed to efficiently manage grid devices and advanced applications across various network types, including public and private, wired and wireless. By emphasizing strategic deployments of high-value grid applications, Grid Net aims to deliver immediate returns and sustainable value for its clients. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Tokyo. Grid Net is supported by prominent investors, including Intel Capital and Cisco Systems, which reinforces its position in the smart grid sector.

SoftSwitching Technologies specializes in power quality and monitoring solutions tailored for industries such as semiconductor, food, beverage, and automotive. The company provides a comprehensive range of products, including battery-free DySC systems, intelligent I-Sense sensors that accurately detect and measure the duration of voltage sags, and a unique global notification network called Grid Alert, which reports power events. These products are designed to identify and rectify brief power disruptions, enhancing operational uptime and efficiency in manufacturing processes. By offering affordable and scalable solutions, SoftSwitching Technologies aims to improve power management for its clients across various sectors.

NxtPhase develops, manufactures, and markets optical sensor and digital solutions for the electric power industry. The company’s products include optical current and voltage sensors; and opto-electronic modules that provide signal processing electronics for voltage and current transducers. NxtPhase was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.