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Made at Mac event celebrates — and inspires — innovators

Marissa Principato — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:22:02 +0000

This article was first published on Daily News. Read the original article. Surround yourself with people who want to see you get to the next level. Just keep going — even if you get a no. Enjoy the ride! Successful innovators and business founders shared sage insights with a packed audience gathered on McMaster’s campus Wednesday for […]

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Longan Vision discusses the future with 5G

Marissa Principato — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 19:46:21 +0000

What comes to mind when you hear 5G? The cutting-edge technology is poised to revolutionize numerous industries, but how will this technology transform our lives in Canada and when will it make its debut? Watch Longan Vision, The Forge client developing smart technology for First Responders, discussing “The Future with 5G” in a documentary by […]

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Longan Vision expands to the United States through the University of Arizona Center for Innovation Soft Landings Program

Marissa Principato — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:49:00 +0000

Arizona, home to the breathtaking Grand Canyon and the roadrunner, is now home to Longan Vision’s first U.S. operations in Tucson, Arizona, through the University of Arizona Center for Innovation (UACI) Soft Landings Program. The Forge client, developing smart technology for first responders, is headquartered in McMaster Innovation Park in Hamilton, Ontario. Longan Vision has […]

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What impact did Collision have on Forge startups?

Marissa Principato — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:15:56 +0000

After two years of virtual events, numerous Forge startups attended Collision, North America’s fastest-growing technology conference, as it returned in-person in Toronto on June 23. The Forge asked six of their startups how attending Collision was valuable to them and if they have any tips for other startups that are planning to go next year. […]

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Longan Vision wins XR Award for Best Augmented Reality Solution

Marissa Principato — Thu, 26 May 2022 17:54:00 +0000

Longan Vision, developing smart technology for first responders, has won an XR Award for the Best Augmented Reality Solution. The Forge client’s Fusion Vision System (FVS) combines thermal imaging and augmented reality (AR) to enhance the vision of first responders within smoke-filled environments. The XR Awards, hosted by XR Today, is a global awards event that […]

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Longan Vision secures over $1M Head Up Hands-Free Contract

Marissa Principato — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:13:17 +0000

Longan Vision, The Forge client developing smart technology for First Responders, has announced that it has secured the Head Up Hands-Free Phase 2 contract award of over $1 Million from Innovation Solutions Canada (ISC), funded by the Department of National Defense (DND). The contract is for Longan Vision’s innovative efforts in providing a long-term solution […]

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Longan Vision pilot tests in North Carolina

Marissa Principato — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 21:45:07 +0000

Longan Vision, The Forge client, put their latest Fusion Vision System (FVS) augmented reality (AR) visor with thermal imaging to the test at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina in December 2021. The pilot provided the opportunity for MCAS Cherry Point firefighters to try out the cutting-edge technology and Longan Vision to […]

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Longan Vision Launches Pilot in Japan

Marissa Principato — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 14:53:34 +0000

Longan Vision, The Forge client, launched a pilot with their Japanese partner Morita Holdings Corporation in Iga, Japan, for their latest Fusion Vision System (FVS) an augmented-reality (AR) visor with thermal imaging. The visor can be attached to a variety of styles of firefighter helmets for enhanced vision in low to no-light or smoke-filled environments. […]

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AgeRate and Longan Vision top picks by Best Startup Canada

Marissa Principato — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:56:00 +0000

AgeRate and Longan Vision, The Forge clients, have been named as two of the top 101 “Canada based Product Design companies” by Best Startup Canada. AgeRate is an at-home blood test and mobile app that helps track aging in real-time, enabling users to make smarter lifestyle choices. Longan Vision focuses on providing support and solutions […]

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Longan Vision launches testing program

Marissa Principato — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:53:49 +0000

On August 3, 2021, Longan Vision, a Forge client, launched a Pilot Test program for their latest Fusion Vision System (FVS) an augmented-reality (AR) visor with thermal imaging. The visor can be attached to a variety of styles of firefighter helmets for enhanced vision in low to no-light or smoke-filled environments. The visor also features an […]

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