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Tsing Standard specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of test and validation equipment specifically designed for electric and intelligent connected vehicles. The company offers a comprehensive range of inspection solutions, including laboratory test verification, production line testing, and charging process detection. Tsing Standard also provides essential services such as after-sale testing and data services, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and auto parts manufacturers. By enabling these businesses to verify the performance and reliability of their systems and components, the company plays a crucial role in ensuring production quality and facilitating effective maintenance processes. Headquartered in Beijing, China, Tsing Standard is committed to supporting the evolving needs of the electric vehicle industry.

Founded in 2015, XCharge is a global leader in High Power Charging solutions for electric vehicles. The company specializes in design, R&D, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. With a focus on 'Hardware + Software' systems, XCharge aims to enhance the EV charging experience while maximizing revenue and minimizing maintenance costs for clients worldwide.

Mainspring Energy, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in developing linear generator technology for low carbon, dispatchable energy solutions. Founded in 2010 by three Stanford engineers, the company focuses on creating advanced prototypes that convert fuel into electricity through a unique, low-temperature reaction of air and fuel. This innovative approach allows Mainspring to offer generators that provide affordable, reliable electricity while significantly reducing carbon emissions compared to traditional electric grids. The company's mission is to address climate change and enhance energy accessibility, contributing to the development of net-zero carbon energy systems for the future.

Offgrid Energy Labs is a developer of battery storage technology that uses eco‑friendly materials to create efficient, safe batteries for a sustainable future. The company offers low‑maintenance renewable battery storage with a lower life‑cycle cost for microgrids, provides range alternatives for electric vehicles, and improves grid‑balancing capability, surpassing lead‑acid batteries in power density, lifespan, and cost.

Founded in 2015, XCharge is a global leader in High Power Charging solutions for electric vehicles. The company specializes in design, R&D, manufacturing, sales, and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure. With a focus on 'Hardware + Software' systems, XCharge aims to enhance the EV charging experience while maximizing revenue and minimizing maintenance costs for clients worldwide.

Veros Systems, Inc. is a company that specializes in software-enabled solutions for physical asset life-cycle management, catering primarily to industrial clients. Founded in 2001 and based in Austin, Texas, Veros develops a web-based Predictive Intelligence Platform that provides actionable insights into the performance of electrically-driven rotating equipment, such as motors, pumps, and compressors. This platform utilizes nonintrusive monitors and machine learning algorithms to analyze electrical waveforms, allowing for continuous monitoring of equipment health and real-time predictions of reliability and energy efficiency. By integrating seamlessly with existing Enterprise Asset Management applications, Veros's solutions enable engineers and managers to enhance production, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency across various industries, including oil and gas, electric utilities, manufacturing, and water treatment.

Offgrid Energy Labs is a developer of battery storage technology that uses eco‑friendly materials to create efficient, safe batteries for a sustainable future. The company offers low‑maintenance renewable battery storage with a lower life‑cycle cost for microgrids, provides range alternatives for electric vehicles, and improves grid‑balancing capability, surpassing lead‑acid batteries in power density, lifespan, and cost.

Salient Energy is focused on commercializing an innovative zinc-ion battery developed from research at the University of Waterloo. This battery technology is designed for efficient electricity storage in the power grid, boasting a proprietary cathode that incorporates zinc within its crystal lattice, rather than merely reacting on the surface. This unique approach results in a battery with a relatively high energy density, making it a competitive alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Salient Energy's batteries are not only safer and longer-lasting but also compatible with existing manufacturing processes, allowing for production in current battery factories worldwide. The company's goal is to provide the electric industry with sustainable and reliable energy storage solutions.

Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Salamander Solutions provides design, manufacture, deployment and control of heater cables used in oil and gas wells; it also offers reservoir and facility consulting, designs heater cables, surface equipment, and control systems, and provides servicing and troubleshooting. The company develops heater cable technology for heavy oil wells that withstand extreme temperatures, utilizing a medium-voltage mineral-insulated cable with a stainless steel sheath to boost production and industry performance.

Sense Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in home energy monitoring solutions. Established in 2013, the company develops and manufactures electronic devices that analyze electricity usage in households. Its flagship product, Sense, utilizes current sensors installed on main breakers to capture the electronic signatures of various appliances. This system employs advanced algorithms to identify and differentiate individual devices, providing users with insights into their energy consumption. Sense also offers a range of related products, including Sense Solar, add-on sensors, and various replacement components. The data collected by these devices is transmitted to users via a dedicated mobile application, enhancing the home automation experience.

Veros Systems, Inc. is a company that specializes in software-enabled solutions for physical asset life-cycle management, catering primarily to industrial clients. Founded in 2001 and based in Austin, Texas, Veros develops a web-based Predictive Intelligence Platform that provides actionable insights into the performance of electrically-driven rotating equipment, such as motors, pumps, and compressors. This platform utilizes nonintrusive monitors and machine learning algorithms to analyze electrical waveforms, allowing for continuous monitoring of equipment health and real-time predictions of reliability and energy efficiency. By integrating seamlessly with existing Enterprise Asset Management applications, Veros's solutions enable engineers and managers to enhance production, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency across various industries, including oil and gas, electric utilities, manufacturing, and water treatment.