Puerto Rico Electrical Industry News
As the temperatures cool down and customers begin to prepare for the winter months, Ameren Illinois and Google are joining forces with the Environmental Law and Policy Center to give Ameren Illinois heating customers another helpful way to save energy. Customers can get a Google Nest Thermostat, at no cost with tax and shipping included, thanks to a special promotion that runs through November 30. Approximately half of a typical residential customer’s utility costs go toward heating and c...
B.F.E. Bonney Forge is one of the first European companies to secure certification for a spare part intended for field operations through the application of AM technology. This achievement signifies a major milestone in the manufacturing landscape, one that demonstrates the potential of this innovative technology to reshape the future of pressure equipment under the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU (PED). CE-certified pressure vessel The collaboration builds upon the successes of the...
Prysmian Group (‘the Group’) will present its strategy including the reshaping of its business into four new segments and outline financial and non-financial targets for 2027. The strategy will see Prysmian capitalize on its leading positions and outline plans to win in new growth markets in order to become a global cabling solution provider leading the Energy Transition and Digital Transformation. Details of the strategic plan will be announced during Prysmian Group's Capital Mark...
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honor to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventua...
Customers throughout central Missouri will begin seeing crews in their neighborhoods as Ameren Missouri installs upgraded electric smart meters. The new meters will replace the current meter system, offering customers more options to tailor energy usage and potentially save money. Crews began working in the Jefferson City area on September 18, and the majority of installations in the area should be complete by spring 2024. Energy usage information “The smart technology upgrades offered...
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. developed a small S-,C-,L-band dual port pump laser for Raman amplifiers that has high output and low power consumption. As data transmission speed increases, the transmission distance decreases due to degradation of the OSNR on the signal-receiving side. In particular, when existing communication systems are used at faster transmission speeds, the role of the Raman amplifier, which can amplify optical output power without attenuation of the signal light quality, wil...
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. developed a very high-efficient 8-channel ELS for the realization of next-generation network switch servers employing CPO for hyperscale data centers and edge data centers. Data traffic has been increasing to support many kinds of IT services such as cloud services and 5G mobile networks. Hyperscale data centers that process big data and edge data centers that realize the low latency for Beyond 5G are faced with the challenge of expanding bandwidth and reducing the p...
Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, has integrated its solution that brings the power of 3D LiDAR detection, tracking, and classification into Milestone’s XProtect® VMS. Integration as a Force Multiplier The integration directly connects Quanergy’s Q-Track to Milestone’s XProtect® VMS and allows Q-Track to send valuable actionable insights in the form of hyper-accurate alarms/events as well as object location, both relative a...
Pleased to announce the introduction of the new Series ZE Touch Screens! The Series ZE is designed to cater to the diverse demands of modern industries. They showcase an impressive blend of advanced engineering and a user-centric design. Whether it is for industrial automation, communication systems, or food service, this series promises unparalleled performance. The Series ZE is a testament to NKK’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Features of the Series ZE Other notable featur...
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has been awarded a contract by J-Power Transmission Network Co., Ltd. to supply a 300MW Voltage Source Converter (VSC) High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission for the Shin-Sakuma Frequency Converter Station in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka prefecture. The system is expected to be in service by the end of March 2028. servicing of power transmission In the wake of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, the Organization for Cross-regional...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced a broad portfolio of product innovations at the NECA 2023 Convention & Trade Show taking place September 29 through October 2 in Philadelphia, PA. Designed to accelerate the new energy landscape, these innovations will support electrical contractors and installers who play a vital role at the forefront of energy efficiency, safety, and sustainability for residential, commercial, an...
Prysmian PowerLink s.r.l, part of Prysmian Group, the world pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded new contracts worth in total of around €1.1 billion by 50Hertz, a transmission grid operator in Germany. offshore wind projects As part of the 50Hertz “long-term EPCI contracts for HVDC cables” tender, Prysmian has received an award for Lot2 which includes EPCI contracts for the NOR-11-1 submarine and DC31 land projects along with Lot7. Thes...
Texecom is pleased to announce further investment into the EMEA with 2 key appointments to their sales team. Thomas Vanden Wyngaerdt Joining as Head of EMEA Sales, Thomas Vanden Wyngaerdt comes with 12 years of sales management experience, many of which were spent in the telematics industry. Thomas will oversee the full EMEA sales function and will work closely with the current team, customers, and distribution partners to grow sales of the Texecom range. Customer-centric approach It holds...
Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been included in the Fortune 2023 ‘Change the World’ list — a ranking of the top companies in the world making positive social or environmental impact through activities integral to their core business strategy and operations. The inclusion, announced on September 27, 2023, marks the fourth time Schneider Electric has featured on this prestigious annual list. Fortune evaluate...
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., is pleased to announce that it will be hosting CharIN’s Testival North America 2023 event at its Cleveland, Ohio campus from November 28 to 30, 2023. The CharIN Testival at Lincoln Electric will address all manner of e-mobility interoperability challenges and encourages collaboration and networking among participants. E-mobility companies are invited to participate as both testers and observers to foster necessary industry advancements. EV charging reliab...
For the first time, the globally renowned technology company - Siemens is launching a private infrastructure developed in-house for the 5G mobile communications standard. The solution enables industrial companies to build their own local 5G networks that will provide optimal support for automation applications. “By building their own 5G networks, industrial companies are launching the next stage of connected production,” says Axel Lorenz, CEO of Process Automation at Siemens, adding...
Intelligent power management company Eaton announced that Adam Wadecki, Ph., has been named senior vice president of internal Audit, effective September 27. He succeeds Christina Bosserd, who was named vice president of finance for Electrical Sector, Americas, at Eaton. Wadecki will report to Tom Okray, Eaton’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, and will join the company’s senior leadership team. Work experience and education Wadecki join...
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announces that an individual Executive Officer’s division of duties will be changed effective October 1, 2023, pursuant to a resolution passed during a regular meeting of the Board of Directors, held on September 28, 2023. The Company also announces a change in division of duties for an individual Executive Officer (Associate) to be taken place on the same date. Details (1) Review of Executive Officer’s Division of Duties (effective October 1...
Underscoring its commitment to the U.S. electrification initiative, LG Electronics will be at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo 2023, on September 27–28, 2023, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington DC, USA, advocating for renewable and sustainable energy by encouraging attendees to adopt electric heat pump solutions. As the world moves toward decarbonization and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, LG remains steadfast in its commitment to providin...
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greenest Companies 2024 by Newsweek, market research firm Plant-A Insights Group, and GIST Impact, an impact data and analytics provider. “We are proud to be named one of America’s Greenest Companies 2024,” stated Christopher L. Mapes, Lincoln Electric’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Managing environmental sustainability “Our commitmen...
A second power purchase agreement (PPA) has been signed between Axpo and Sunnic Lighthouse GmbH, the Germany-based energy trading subsidiary of solar developer ENERPARC AG, it was announced. From 1 October 2023, Sunnic will supply 38.4 gigawatt hours (GWh) of solar power a year to Axpo. This equates to the annual electricity needs of around 7,500 households and represents a reduction in CO2 emissions of more than 22,000 tonnes a year. Investment in renewable energies Under the agreement, Sun...
Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, has announced its updated 20-year plan to provide reliable, affordable and resilient energy to its customers. The plan calls for investment in new on-demand energy sources to ensure the long-term stability of the energy grid and accelerated deployment of renewable energy generation. The company’s plan is environmentally responsible and consistent with its sustainability goals. Long-term energy plan focus on customers’ needs Amer...
In October, Plaza Mayor Medellín became the epicenter of renewable energy in Colombia with the celebration of Exposolar Colombia 2023. The Exposolar Colombia 2023 fair will bring together pioneers and professionals from the solar and energy industry from all over the country. sustainability in energy WEG, a silver sponsor, will be present with its innovation and commitment to sustainability in the energy sector. With its participation in Exposolar Colombia 2023, WEG demonstrates its s...
DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider and Light Structures AS, the world supplier of fiber optic condition monitoring systems based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on the development of new methodologies and solutions at the intersection of structural health monitoring and digital twin functionalities. The MOU was signed on 18 September 2023 at DNV’s Asia Pacific Headquarters in Singapore. Brice Le...
Axpo and Pilkington Automotive Finland Oy, part of the NSG Group, a global innovator in glass manufacturing, have signed a long-term wind energy power purchase agreement (PPA), the companies have announced. The partnership is a significant step towards powering NSG Group’s plants in Finland with clean electricity and further demonstrates the commitment of both companies to sustainability. Axpo and Pilkington Automotive Finland Oy partnership Axpo will supply Pilkington Automotive Finlan...
The House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) hosted a roundtable with private sector companies that manufacture, deploy, and utilize clean energy to celebrate the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) historic investments in America. Highlighting the urgency of finding innovative solutions to the worsening climate crisis during Climate Week, businesses from key sectors discussed how the IRA spurred historic private investments in the clean energy sector. In just one year, the I...
The electricity generator YPF Luz has proudly announced the inauguration of Zonda I, the first solar farm in the San Juan town of Bella Vista, Argentina – a project made possible through a partnership with GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), a DNV Company. As part of its decarbonization efforts, YPF Luz has entrusted GPM to monitor and control its inaugural solar asset in Argentina. GPM uses its GPM SCADA (also supplied to 360Energía), and GPM Power Plant Controller (supplied to Huawei), cont...
Intertek, a total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide, has unveiled its new Battery Xcellence Centre in Mestre, Italy. assurance, testing, certification Featuring the latest technologies for battery and energy storage systems testing, paired with unrivaled industry expertise, this new center of excellence will meet the industry’s increasing need for fast and reliable testing, certification, and assurance services. The 500 sqm facility is equipped with state-of-the-art bat...
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, virtualization and the energy transition has heightened the critical need for data center operators to effectively manage technology assets and resource consumption. Intelligent power management company Eaton announced it is helping these operators accelerate digital transformation with its new portfolio of digital solutions designed to further increase uptime, optimize performance and enhance sustainability. The platform, part of Eato...
Retrofitting buildings using a digital-first approach is the best pathway to decarbonization, according to new research from Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Buildings represent an estimated 37% of global carbon emissions, and as about half of today’s buildings are still likely to be in use in 2050, the sector must urgently reduce operational carbon emissions, by making buildings more energy efficient. Electric-powered alt...