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Power Air ZPAC Fits into a Shirt Pocket

Power Air Corps.' ZPAC 40 zinc air powerpack, provides the equivalent energy to 40 AA alkaline batteries, in a lightweight, compact, recyclable CellPAC that fits easily into a shirt pocket. The ZPAC 40 can be used anywhere, anytime, to provide safe, personal portable power without the need of an electrical outlet. It provides extra runtime for travel, emergency, remote and recharging power applications by supplying energy via a mini-USB port. Adaptors are available to connect to most devices that do not have mini-USB ports.

Power Air is actively engaged in commercializing its proprietary ZAFC technology to bring to market a portfolio of low-cost, silent, zero emission, recyclable products ideally suited for powering a wide range of industry applications.

For more information, visit www.poweraircorp.com.

Battery Recharges 90% in Five Minutes

Toshiba Corp.'s Super Charge ion Battery, or SCiB, can recharge to 90% of its full capacity in less than five minutes and has a life cycle of more than 10 years. It will eventually be used in hybrid and electric cars.

The battery, which works in temperatures down to minus 30°C, will be used in electric bicycles, motorcycles, forklifts and construction machinery. It is safe, with low possibility of rupture or catching fire.

For more information, visit www.toshiba.com.