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ACWA Power & National Operations & Maintenance Company (NOMAC) complete its readiness assessment against DNV GL’s My Care™ methodology, covering assets and operations across several countries. My Care™ assessment methodology The continuous COVID-19 situation demands that industries proactively build resilience. Mitigating actions and a robust infection risk management process must be implemented swiftly. Verification assesses COVID-19 readiness and helps build trust...
“We welcome Ursula von der Leyen's initiative to reduce greenhouse emissions within the EU by 55 percent by 2030. The EU is thus demonstrating its leading role within the international community and is clearly committed to the Paris Agreement in 2015.” With these words, Johannes Teyssen, CEO of the Essen-based energy company, E.ON, comments on the plans of the EU Commission to tighten the EU's climate targets. With its more than 1.5 million kilometers of European energy network, E.O...
Shanghai Electric Power Generation Equipment Co., Ltd. Generator Plant (referred to as "Generator Plant") saw its 350MW generator rotor coming out from the bore of the stator on the assembly platform. The generator has passed the type test under the supervision by the Serbian Ministry of Electricity. The rotors and stators are being packed for shipment. This means Shanghai Electric had its first generator exported to European power plants. 350MW power plant The 350MW power plant, the lar...
ATCO is very excited to announce that they have been selected as the winner of the 2020 International Edison Award for their work on the Fort McMurray West 500-kV Transmission Project, completed by Alberta PowerLine (APL). The Edison Award is presented annually by the Edison Electric Institute and has long been the electricity industry’s most prestigious award. The project began in 2014, when ATCO and Quanta Services partnered to create APL and set out to develop, design, finance, constru...
OverIT Partner Training Fall Edition is here! They are thrilled to announce that the Fall 2020 Partner Training is about to start! Here at OverIT, they firmly believe that the strategic combination of network-trusted technology partners, integration consultants, along the support of product specialists is essential for every customer-centric business, in order to always ensure successful deployments and maximize the clients’ ROI. OverIT Partner Program This is why industry-renowned part...
The Indian electrical equipment industry is AatmNirbhar and not only capable of meeting domestic requirements but also continues to export both to developing and developed countries. Prime Minister’s call for AatmNirbhar Bharat was announced at a time when the nation was grappling with COVID-19 and issues at the border. A practical and viable solution IEEMA is working to find a practical and viable solution to the changing paradigm in the short, medium, and long run IEEMA has been wor...
Katherina Reiche is chairwoman of the Hydrogen Council of the German Federal Government. This was decided by the Council, which consists of 25 high-ranking experts from industry, science, and civil society, in its constituent meeting. Katherina Reiche, CEO of E.ON subsidiary - Westenergie, commented: “I am very pleased to take on this important task. The Hydrogen Council will make a major contribution to implementing and further developing the German government's hydrogen strategy. Togeth...
Atlanta-based NEWTOMS, one of the fastest-growing system integration boutique firms in North America, has become a certified OverIT Partner. Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality to enhance the quality, efficiency, and accuracy By leveraging its products, NEWTOMS’ long-standing expertise, as well as the world’s most advanced integration & AI-driven analytics tools, OverIT will be able to meet the most demanding Fiel...
Shenzhen Yinghe Technology Co., Ltd. ('Yinghe') of Shanghai Electric recently won a 1.44 billion Yuan bid to provide automated li-ion battery production equipment for CATL. This is the biggest ever li-ion battery equipment contract between the two companies. Yinghe, a standard-bearer in intelligent EV battery production equipment, delivers full-package solutions that help power battery plants go smart and digital. The order reflects that CATL, a world-renowned supplier of EV batteries, rec...
Recently, Albasa station in Ethiopia, one of the first batches of microgrid projects of the World Bank 'lighting Africa', has been successfully put into operation. A steady stream of electricity continues to be delivered to the surrounding remote villages, bringing light to the local people. off-grid energy The World Bank’s 'Lighting Africa' microgrid project aims to provide better, cleaner, and safer off-grid energy for remote villages and suburban towns, and promote African economic d...
Shanghai Electric Guoxuan New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. ("SE Guoxuan") recently signed a procurement contract with China Shuifa Singyes Energy Holdings Limited for part of the 50MW/100MWh light energy storage demonstration project in Samzhubzê District, Tibet. Standing 3,850m above sea level in Shigatse, it is the most invested individual project introduced by Shandong Province to support the development in Tibet and also SE Guoxuan's first move in the region. The signing ceremony The...
On August 26, the 12th China International Petroleum & Petrochemical Technology and Equipment Exhibition (CIPPE) was unveiled at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. Shanghai Electric came into the limelight of media with a star-studded lineup. Oil and gas solutions It is an industrial cluster of some ten subsidiaries including Shanghai Electric Nuclear Power Group, Shanghai Turbine Works, Shanghai Boiler Works, and Shanghai Power Plant Auxiliary Machine Factory, which offer p...
On August 28, 2020, all tests of Guangxi Baise 60MW Thyristor Controlled Braking Resistor (TCBR) supplied by NR Electric were completed and put into commercial operation. The successful operation of the system adds an effective flexible control method for power grid stability control. Thyristor Controlled Braking Resistor Thyristor Controlled Braking Resistor (TCBR), is a kind of power electronic equipment based on FACTs technology. It can participate in power grid steady-state frequency cont...
Orcan Energy, a provider of energy efficiency solutions based on ORC technology, appoints Hermann Röhm (50) as Global Head of Power Applications. Specializing in the use of engine waste heat to increase efficiency and simultaneously reduce CO2 emissions, Orcan Energy's goal is to significantly expand the growing power sector globally. In particular, areas with a low level of infrastructure and decentralized energy supply are to be equipped with ORC systems to ensure sustainable and effici...
Dena Edmiston has recently been named board Member of the Year by the SMPS – Twin Cities. This award is presented to a board member who has gone above and beyond their role and added extreme value to the chapter. Dena was nominated by several members of the board of directors for her outstanding contributions to the chapter. Dena Edmiston In addition to her duties as Secretary/Treasurer, Dena identified creative ways to streamline processes that ultimately saved the chapter money. She a...
Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers' Association (IEEMA) - the apex association of the Indian electrical equipment manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce that Mr. Anil Saboo has been elected as the President, IEEMA for 2020-2021. Mr. Saboo will take over the coveted post during the IEEMA annual convention and AGM to be held on September 23, 2020, themed as ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat’. An innovative mind Anil Saboo's venture ‘Elektrolites (Power) Private Limi...
EDF has received approval to start generating low carbon power again from one of the reactors at Hunterston B power station in Ayrshire, Scotland. This follows a major, two-year inspection and investment program to prove that the station can respond safely to a range of earthquake scenarios, far worse than the UK has ever experienced or expects to occur. Given the age of the station and the desire to provide clarity for the staff, the community and business partners, EDF has decided that Hunter...
Electric vehicles (EV) charging Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider, Electric Miles announces that it has won two new contracts to provide Grid balancing flexibility services via the EV charging network for UK Power Networks and Western Power Distribution. The two contracts together demonstrate Electric Miles’ extensive offering – delivering 8 MW of flexibility across South East England, the East of England, London the Midlands, South Wales, and the South West – as its...
E.ON has built and commissioned a process steam generator for Dow Benelux in Terneuzen, the Netherlands. As part of a long-term partnership, E.ON will operate the plant as an owner for 15 years. E.ON has invested around €30 million in the project. Terneuzen is Dow's largest production site outside the USA. It produces chemical intermediates and plastics that are used as raw materials by other industries to make amongst others packaging, coatings, and foams. E.ON operates the process st...
The Highland Bridge redevelopment (formally known as the Ford Site redevelopment) in St. Paul, MN is one of the most anticipated Twin Cities’ construction projects in recent years and they are excited to be a part of it! Working with Ryan Companies, the Highland Bridge Block 3 project is a design-build job that includes a six-story, 230-unit apartment building with underground parking, retail spaces on Level 1, space for a future grocery store and multiple resident amenities. Construction...
On August 20, 2020, the 150kV Sulut-3 substation and the 150kV Tanjung Merah extension station in North Sumar, Indonesia which was constructed by NR, were successfully put into operation. addressing power shortage This project is an important part of Indonesia's plan to solve the power shortage of outer islands. The successful operation of the project will solve the current situation of power shortage in North Sulawesi province. EPC project NR project team changed the approved high-voltage...
On August 6, Shanghai Electric (Anhui) Energy Storage Co., Ltd. and the Tinghu District People's Government of Yancheng signed an agreement of strategic cooperation on developing and constructing energy storage and integrated energy projects in Tinghu District. energy storage projects Since November 2018 when a strategic partnership was established, Shanghai Electric and Yancheng have seen fruitful results in offshore wind power, environmental protection, energy Internet, innovative technologi...
As Gephart wraps up one sports facility project in Las Vegas, a new one is beginning as Gephart Electric was recently awarded the 30,000-seat Nashville SC MLS Stadium project with the Mortenson/Messer JV team. This 532,000 SF project will be the largest soccer-specific stadium in North America and will be located in the historic Nashville Fairgrounds entertainment complex. The stadium will feature multiple lounges, private clubs and suites, retail, and more.
The geothermal plant in Kirchweidach, Bavaria, will in future not only generate heat but also green electricity. To fully exploit the energy potential of deep heat, E.ON plans to build several small-scale power plants with a total capacity of around 6 megawatts. The investment volume for the first phase of the project is €7.5 million. E.ON will operate the plant for 15 years. The thermal water in southeastern Bavaria has a temperature of 121 degrees Celsius and is produced from 4000 meters...
Orcan Energy, the manufacturer of solutions for the use of waste heat, is expanding its area of application and, together with its cooperation partner - E.ON, is installing six efficiency PACKs for the first time at a geothermal energy plant of FG Geothermie GmbH in Kirchweidach in Bavaria. The realization of the project - 'Energy from the region for the region' is Orcan Energy's entry into the geothermal market. Excess geothermal heat is used to produce green and cheap electricity with ORC-bas...
At the beginning of July, the European Union presented its hydrogen strategy. The aim is to support the achievement of climate targets by expanding the use of hydrogen (H2) as an energy carrier and to promote the development of a European hydrogen economy. At the same time, the "European Clean Hydrogen Alliance" was formed, which E.ON has now joined. The alliance, which currently comprises around 200 companies and other organizations, is committed to expanding and implementing hydrogen technolo...
Most industrial and commercial facilities consume sizable amounts of electricity to fulfill their goals. These facilities are often equipped with a standby generator that is called into operation during an interruption of the incoming utility supply. However, when these facilities are equipped with a cogeneration system, specialized design and system protection aspects must be considered. What is a Cogeneration System? Cogeneration system is configured to work in parallel with the utility sys...
Usage of electromagnetic brakes is becoming more common in demanding applications. From heavy-duty electrified vehicles to outdoor equipment, the traditional limitations of electromagnetic brakes are being overcome to deliver weight, performance, and maintenance advantages. At the center of this revolution is Warner Electric, which is offering OEMs access to a combination of solutions that form the next generation of electromagnetic braking systems. Mourade Vaneeckhoutte, Global Sales Dire...
Aggreko, the globally renowned provider of mobile modular power, temperature control, and energy services, is set to power the 2020 Aberdeen Standard Investments Ladies Scottish Open, which tees off at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick. Aggreko will be providing supplementary power to the three-day event, which sees 156 players compete for a share of the $1.5 million prize fund. The services that Aggreko provides will support the smooth running of the event, powering critical services inclu...
On August 12, 2020, the magnetically controlled shunt reactor (MCSR) of the Inner Mongolia 500 kV Bazhong substation supplied by NR Electric， completed all tests and was officially put into operation. The successful operation of the system further consolidates the advantage of NR in the field of MCSR application. magnetically controlled shunt reactor The magnetically controlled shunt reactor (MCSR) can adjust the DC of the control winding, and change the reactance value and reactive capacity...