Month: May 2023

New tools complement existing e-mobility charging test portfolio with component-level and field testing solutionsSolutions improve product interoperability through conformance testing and type approvals by focusing on communications protocolsExpansion provides support for the entire electric vehicle charging development cycle

SANTA ROSA, Calif., May 1, 2023 /3BL Media/ – Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) charging test portfolio to create an industry-leading toolset of design, emulation, and test solutions for e-mobility. The newly introduced tools complement Keysight’s EV / EVSE charging test portfolio with component-level and field testing solutions.

The EV market is experiencing dynamic growth with the number of electric cars expected to reach more than 300 million globally by 2030 according to the International Energy Agency. To meet this demand, automakers and electric charging infrastructure manufacturers are working quickly to design and release new products to the market. However, interoperability among e-mobility products is a growing concern for the industry, as is the rising complexity of charging use cases ranging from fast charging to bidirectional power transfer such as vehicle-to-home.

The expansion of Keysight’s e-mobility charging test portfolio helps EV / EVSE manufacturers tackle these complexities with solutions addressing the underlying communications protocols used in e-mobility products. Keysight’s new charging test solutions improve interoperability between EVs and EVSE products through conformance testing and type approvals by focusing on the complete range of communications protocols employed by the Combined Charging System (CCS) standards.

Keysight’s new e-mobility charging test solutions include:

SL1550A EV – EVSE Charging Communication Interface Tester (Com Tester) – A fully integrated test adapter for electric vehicle communication controllers (EVCC) or supply equipment communication controllers (SECC) enabling equipment emulation or test case execution to test charging communication and protocols. The Com Tester provides component-level testing for development tests, type approval tests, manufacturing tests (end-of-line), and hardware-in-the-loop tests.SL1556A CCS Charging Protocol Tracer (Protocol Tracer) – A portable power line communication (PLC) sniffer enabling seamless observation of the CCS communication channel between EV and EVSE in the lab or in the field through conductive or inductive coupling with the charging cable. When used with the Keysight SL1487A CCS Charging Protocol Trace Viewer (CPT), over-the-wire data transfer between EV and EVSE can be analyzed to resolve interoperability issues.SL156XA EV – EVSE Charging Test Robot Series – A test automation process that can be used with the Com Tester to incorporate mechanical actuators to simplify the testing process and enable fully automated testing sequences with hundreds of test cases.TTCN-3 Charging Communication Test Automation Software (CCT) – An automated conformance testing solution for CCS charging communication-based on ISO 15118 conformance testing standards that empowers design engineers to prepare for type approvals and certification tests.Smart Charging Emulation Software (SCE) – A highly customizable and configurable emulation environment for scenario- and functional-driven EV and EVSE tests based on CCS Basic, CCS Extended, and CCS Advanced profiles supporting DIN 70121, ISO 15118-2/-3, and ISO 15118-20/-3.CCS Charging Protocol Trace Viewer (CPT) – A software application that enables decoding of CCS charging protocols and supports the DIN 70121, ISO 15118-2/-20 for vehicle-to-grid communication standard as well as other proprietary messages defined for the hardware abstraction layer.

EV smart charging infrastructure innovation center ElaadNL has adopted the new Keysight Com Tester in combination with the SL1047A Scienlab Charging Discovery System – High-Power Series, the SL1203 Scienlab Regenerative AC / Grid Emulator, and the SL1830A Scienlab Regenerative DC Emulator to support its industry partners in the development of new e-mobility products. Keysight’s complete EV / EVSE charging test portfolio enables ElaadNL to help automakers and charging system manufacturers implement new standards such as the Megawatt Charging System.

Onoph Caron, Director of ElaadNL, said: “Keysight’s complete charging test portfolio provides the tools we need to help our partners emulate real-life use cases to analyze the effects of EV charging on the power grid – both for quality and immunity tests. With these new solutions, we can speed innovation by mitigating interoperability challenges to bring new products to market quickly and smoothly, especially with new market developments such as vehicle-to-grid and new versions of the ISO 15118 standard. As an open facility, the ElaadNL test lab is working closely with our partners in the industry to build a robust energy system for new mobility.”

Thomas Goetzl, Vice President and General Manager for Keysight’s Automotive & Energy Solutions, said: “With the introduction of new communications-based charging test solutions to Keysight’s already strong EV / EVSE test portfolio, we are giving the industry the tools it needs to respond to the accelerating e-mobility market. Keysight is the only vendor offering a complete turn-key solution, from R&D to maintenance.”

About Keysight Technologies

At Keysight (NYSE: KEYS), we inspire and empower innovators to bring world-changing technologies to life. As an S&P 500 company, we’re delivering market-leading design, emulation, and test solutions to help engineers develop and deploy faster, with less risk, throughout the entire product lifecycle. We’re a global innovation partner enabling customers in communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor, and general electronics markets to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. Learn more at Keysight Newsroom and www.keysight.com.

WEST CHESTER, Pa., May 1, 2023 /3BL Media/ – QVC, a world leader in live video commerce (“vCommerce”) and Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) are proud to announce the return of the highly anticipated Beauty with Benefits multiplatform shopping event, supporting Cancer and Careers. Over the past decade, Beauty with Benefits has raised over $16 million for Cancer and Careers. In its 11th year, the event will offer a video shopping experience for beauty enthusiasts while raising funds to help people with cancer thrive in their workplace. To increase awareness for this year’s campaign, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Mally Beauty, Mally Roncal, will lend her vibrant spirit and passion as the spokesperson for the event.

The event will be celebrated across QVC’s digital, streaming and social platforms beginning Monday, May 1 with a special live broadcast on May 16, 2023, from 9-11 p.m. ET. Customers can shop an assortment of color cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, body and haircare products from over 40 leading beauty brands such as Drunk Elephant, Laura Geller, tarte, Beekman 1802, SK-II, Too Faced, ELEMIS, and WEN by Chaz Dean, as well as newcomers including Hey Honey, Caire Beauty, Timeless Skin Care, Briogeo and Pixi Beauty. A minimum of 70 percent of the purchase price* of donated merchandise benefits Cancer and Careers. As an added incentive for shoppers, QVC is offering a special Gift with Purchase, a 9-piece gift bag with a minimum value of $178**. Every Gift with Purchase includes the following beauty products: Sunday Riley Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Serum, philosophy Purity, TULA Signature Glow Mist, Supergoop! Sheerscreen and Aveeno Oat Milk Blend Conditioner; as well as a selection of additional beauty products from participating vendors.

“I am so honored to be returning this year as the spokesperson to bring awareness to the important work of Cancer and Careers,” said Mally Roncal, Founder of Mally Beauty. “This is such a special event for the entire beauty industry and one that I look forward to every year. Beauty is not just about looking your most fabulous on the outside, but also about feeling confident and empowered on the inside. My hope through this event is to inspire everyone to give back and to help make a difference in the lives of cancer survivors.”

“We are so proud of the impact Beauty with Benefits has had on the Cancer and Careers organization,” said Anna Baker, Vice President, General Merchandise Manager, Beauty, QVC. “Each year this event brings together top beauty brands, influencers, and experts to support a meaningful cause. We are grateful to our beauty community for their commitment and generosity. Together, we are helping survivors thrive.”

Cancer and Careers is the only U.S. based nonprofit that focuses on a critical survivorship issue: the fundamental need to work. The organization helps people with cancer navigate the workplace by providing expert advice, interactive tools, and educational events. Over 450,000 individuals nationwide access its expert information, events, and resources each year.

“The success of this campaign directly affects what we are able to offer patients and survivors,” shared Rebecca Nellis, Executive Director, Cancer and Careers. “Whether it’s career coaching, access to technology, job search support, or time with a social worker, Beauty with Benefits is changing people’s lives and improving the workforce for everyone.”

Select Beauty with Benefits items are available beginning May 1 on QVC.com and will be available through July 31 while supplies last. The broadcast event will air live on May 16, 2023, from 9-11 p.m. ET.

Participating brands include:

Aveeno / bareMinerals / Beekman 1802 / Belle Beauty by Kim Gravel / Blushly / Briogeo /

Bumble and bumble. / Butter London / Caire Beauty / Campanelli / Conture / Doll 10 / Dr. Denese / Drunk Elephant / ELEMIS / Gleem / hey Honey / Isle of Paradise / IT Cosmetics / Josie Maran / Julep / Lancer / Laura Geller / Lovinah Skincare / LYS Beauty / Mally Beauty / Nakery Beauty / Perfect Formula /

Perricone MD / Peter Thomas Roth / philosophy / Pixi Beauty / SK-II / Skinfix / Spa-Rific / Sunday Riley / Supergoop! / tarte / Timeless Skin Care / Too Faced / TOVA / TULA / Uoma Beauty / WEN by Chaz Dean / Westmore / YENSA

*Purchase price excludes shipping, handling and tax. 
**While supplies last. One gift bag per customer. Items and colors may vary.

About QVC® 

QVC® is a world leader in video commerce (“vCommerce”), which includes video-driven shopping across linear TV, ecommerce sites, digital streaming and social platforms. QVC empowers shoppers with knowledge and shares insights in a lively and engaging way. QVC offers an ever-changing collection of familiar brands and fresh new products – from home and fashion to beauty, electronics and jewelry – and connects shoppers to interesting personalities, engaging stories and award-winning customer service. Based in West Chester, Pa., and founded in 1986, QVC has retail operations in the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Japan and Italy. Worldwide, QVC reaches more than 200 million homes via 12 TV channels, which are widely available on cable/satellite TV, free over-the-air TV, and digital livestreaming TV. The retailer also reaches millions of customers via its QVC+ and HSN+ streaming experience, websites, mobile apps and social pages. To learn more, visit corporate.qvc.com, follow @QVC on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or follow QVC on Pinterest, YouTube or LinkedIn. 

Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP) is a Fortune 500 company that includes the Qurate Retail GroupSM portfolio of brands as well as other minority interests and green energy investments. Qurate Retail Group is the largest player in vCommerce and comprises seven leading retail brands – QVC, HSN®, Zulily®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road® – all dedicated to providing a more human way to shop. For more information, visit qurateretailgroup.com, follow @QurateRetailGrp on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or follow Qurate Retail Group on YouTube or LinkedIn. QVC and Q are registered service marks of ER Marks, Inc.

About CEW, Inc. & Cancer and Careers 

CEW is an international organization of 9,000+ individual members representing a cross section of beauty and related businesses. Additional information can be found at www.cew.org. The CEW Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CEW, Inc., which founded Cancer and Careers, a groundbreaking initiative that empowers and educates people with cancer to thrive in their workplace by providing expert advice, interactive tools and educational events. The program serves more than 450,000 people each year, online, in print, and in person. For more information, see www.CancerandCareers.org.