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Lincoln Electric is pleased to announce that its industry-pioneering proprietary, large-scale 3D metal printing solution has been selected by Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (“BPMI”) for development to support the U.S. Navy. As part of the development program, Lincoln Electric will be 3D printing large-scale propulsion components measuring almost 10 feet in diameter and weighing up to 20,000 pounds. network of strategic program “We are proud to continue expanding our network...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has supplied and installed 200 VersiCharge wallboxes and an intelligent charging management system to the Infinity building, one of the tallest residential sites in Lisbon, Portugal. José Cardoso Botelho, CEO of Vanguard Properties, which owns the Infinity building, said: “Real estate activity has a considerable impact both environmentally and socially on the community. Infinity is a project of immense pride to us, and an important reference of our digi...

Macnica Americas announces the arrival of Sebastien Dignard as President, effective immediately. Reporting to Macnica Inc., Sebastien will sharpen Macnica’s vertical focus across key North American businesses including AV, Broadcast, AI, Automotive, Industrial Applications, and Security, with an emphasis on building a stronger foundation for overall business growth.  Sebastien's experience Sebastien joins Macnica Americas with over 20 years of experience as a growth-focused execut...

STIEBEL ELTRON has expanded its global operations in a bid to deliver renewable heating technologies and drive greener homes across Ireland. The pioneering supplier of sustainable heating products opened its new regional headquarters in Dublin in February 2024 which will serve all regions across the country. sustainable energy solutions With global headquarters based in Germany and 26 existing sales operations around the world, the Dublin location will see STIEBEL ELTRON strengthen its r...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announces that Dr. Shumpei Kameyama of Mitsubishi Electric’s Information Technology R&D Center (Kamakura, Japan) and Dr. Jonathan Le Roux of Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories, Inc. (Cambridge, MA, USA) have been awarded the title of IEEE Fellow. IEEE, the world’s largest association of some 420,000 professionals engaged in electrical/electronic engineering and information/communication technology in 160 countries, confers fellowships annua...

Siemens has released key insights into how electric utilities in the United States and Canada are managing the rapid adoption of behind-the-meter distributed energy resources (DERs) in its new report “Seeing behind-the-meter: How electric utilities are adapting to the surge in distributed energy resources.” Data from the study reveals the extent to which utilities are challenged by behind-the-meter distributed energy resources and the benefits that increased DER visibility could ena...

DNV, the independent assurance and risk management provider, and Renji Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, proudly announced the renewal of their partnership, continuing their successful collaboration into its seventh year. Since 2017, Renji Hospital's international department has actively participated in DNV's International Medical Quality Certification Program, with the overarching goal of enhancing the standard of its medical services. Tertiary public...

VEON Ltd., a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Kyivstar announced that together with partners, Kyivstar raised 180 million hryvnas, or 4.8 million USD, for Ukraine’s demining within the scope of their “We Live Here” project.  We Live Here Kyivstar and charity foundation - Come Back Alive initiated the fundraising campaign “We Live Here” in May 2023 to raise UAH175 million for dem...

The commissioning of Axpo’s first large-scale battery storage facility in Sweden announced marks the latest milestone in the expansion of its battery business. The 20 MW/20 MWh plant, connected to the electricity grid by local energy company Landskrona Energi, follows several projects in Switzerland and Europe. The new facility was officially inaugurated on 12 February 2024 at a ceremony attended by representatives from politics and business. large-scale battery solutions Axpo has now c...

As a thought pioneer in public safety training, The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) has published a stakeholders’ report and informational website and developed no-cost training for first responders to identify the issues, challenges and current practices in preventing, preparing for, and addressing electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) fires and related emergencies. Although EVs are less likely to ignite than fossil fuel-powered...

Prysmian, the globally renowned company in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the launch of its revolutionary Sirocco Extreme 864f microduct cable, setting a new standard for innovation in the field. This ground-breaking cable showcases world-record diameters and fiber densities for blown microduct cables. Sirocco Extreme 864f microduct cable features an impressive 864 fibers within a 9.8mm diameter, providing an unparalleled fiber density of 11.5 fibers per mm2. It is ins...

Todd Weatherby (58) has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer Siemens Advanta, leading the professional services and consultancy business as of March 1, 2024. Todd has held leadership roles in product management, business development and sales with several technology companies including Oracle, Microsoft and Amazon. He launched Amazon Web Services ProServe and led its impressive growth for a decade from 2012. Cedrik Neike, CEO Siemens Digital Industries and the Member of the Managing Board...

Delta, a global pioneer in power and thermal management solutions, introduces its newest innovative Delta Breez bathroom ventilation fans: The BreezRadiance RAD80-DGL and RAD80ELED fans featuring heating functions for better comfort. Designed to redefine the bathroom experience in residential and commercial settings, the two new models deliver unparalleled comfort, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. DC motor technology Both models are powered by Delta’s own energy-saving brushle...

CORE Electric Cooperative is pleased to announce the hiring of Rob Osborn to fill the cooperative’s newly created position of Director of Business Development, effective Feb. 22, 2022. As Director of Business Development, Rob will lead CORE’s efforts to develop strategic partnerships and new business opportunities, as well as implement CORE’s economic development business plan and approach. He will also be CORE’s primary point of contact for existing large load...

Ingeteam has been selected by Grenergy as its technology partner for what will be the world's largest battery storage facility when in operation. The Oasis de Atacama project, developed by Grenergy in the Chilean Atacama Desert, will be built in five phases, which combine photovoltaic generation with battery energy storage. Ingeteam will provide its power conversion and control technology for the two systems (solar and battery). The agreement signed with Grenergy strengthens and reinforces the...

Delta Electronics, Inc., a global provider of IoT-based Smart Green Solutions, announced it has achieved double "A" scores in the 2023 Climate Change and Water Security reports of CDP for the third time. This year’s double “A” score was granted to only 61 companies out of over 21,000 worldwide based on their superior contribution to climate change and water security challenges. Delta’s recent key climate change and water security endeavors include the implementation of a...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announces its new Environmental Plan 2025, from April 2024 to March 2026, based on the company's Environmental Vision 2050 long-term commitments to addressing environmental issues.  The company also announced updated greenhouse gas emissions-reduction targets through 2030 for its corporate group, which have been certified by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for conformance with the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C trajectory. Sustainable global enviro...

Residents and businesses in the city of Lincoln and Logan County are benefiting from more reliable energy thanks to a recently completed, 8.4-mile high-voltage transmission line. The Logan County Connector Project is improving system reliability while opening a new pathway for electricity and increasing transmission capacity to meet Downstate Illinois’ growth needs. Grid strengthening "The Logan County Connector Project is another great example of the trusted local utility completing...

EA Technology, specialists in asset management solutions for owners and operators of electrical assets, are exhibiting on stand 12 at 2024 Hazardex Live! in Harrogate. The company will be showcasing its award-winning UltraTEV® range of cutting-edge Partial Discharge detection solutions designed to enhance electrical switchgear safety, ensure workforce well-being, and guarantee compliance with safety regulations. UltraTEV® Detector² The UltraTEV® Detector² with its dual...

Cables pioneer AEI Cables has won support from electrical safety experts to highlight the importance of cabling under the new Building Safety Act. The Act – introduced from October 2023 – makes new requirements for ‘higher-risk buildings’ which are those deemed to be of at least 18 meters in height or at least seven storeys containing at least two residential units.  case of life safety The systems in these buildings powered by electrical cables – including...

The city of Voerde has been cooperating with Westenergie AG in the operation of street lighting for another ten years. This was decided by the Voerde City Council at its meeting in early December, thus continuing the long-standing partnership with the energy and infrastructure provider. energy requirements In addition to the planning, construction, and operation of the street lighting systems, the collaboration also includes troubleshooting, maintenance of the systems, and modernization of ne...

VEON Ltd., a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services announced that its subsidiary Beeline Kazakhstan has deployed Orman-AI - an artificial intelligence-based monitoring system to detect forest fires.  Both naturally and due to climate change, Kazakhstan is prone to devastating blazes, that spread fast across vast areas, are impossible to stop once started, and take the lives of both humans and animals every year. Orman-AI Orman-AI reports the out...

Leveraging Siemens’ digital expertise and software, Areti is managing challenges related to climate change and ‘the electrification of everything’, which are heavily impacting power grids in Italy and all around the world, more effectively. As a key enabler of the energy transition in Italy, Areti designed an innovative local flexibility market architecture that will be boosted by Siemens's pioneering energy domain know-how and dedicated technology. grid capacity In the next...

Schneider Electric., the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, in collaboration with the technology companies Intel and Red Hat, announced the release of a Distributed Control Node (DCN) software framework. An extension of Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure™ Automation Expert, this new framework enables industrial companies to move to a software-defined, plug-and-produce solution, allowing them to enhance their operations, ensure quality, reduce co...

As companies increasingly seek sustainable initiatives, WEG emerges as a valuable partner to help achieve these goals. The Industrial Company of Synthetic Resins (CIRES), located in Avanca, Portugal, has trusted WEG technology to incorporate a new, more sustainable mobility model for its fleet by acquiring electric vehicle charging stations from the WEMOB (WEG Electric Mobility) WALL line. WEMOB line features Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, the WEMOB line features a modern and compa...

Mitsubishi Electric will again attend the Data Centre World Exhibition at the London ExCeL Centre from the 6th to the 7th of March 2024, to showcase its advanced range of data center solutions. At the show, Mitsubishi Electric, a pioneer in IT cooling solutions, will introduce a new approach to the overheating challenge by looking at data centers as useful energy sources and exploring ways to apply otherwise wasted heat to other applications. Data centers in decarbonization “Data center...

VEON Ltd., a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services, and its wholly-owned subsidiary Kyivstar announce that they have officially started the implementation of the 600 million USD investment commitment in rebuilding Ukraine, as initially announced in June 2023. 600 million USD plan VEON’s commitment to invest in Ukraine, including the 600 million USD plan that covers the three years from 2024-2026, was the focus of a visit by a high-level delegati...

Fast internet connectivity and stable networking are vital for a successful digital transformation. Eurofiber, the major B2B technology specialist, runs a fiber network that is currently more than 70,500 kilometers long and growing by 50 kilometers every week. The company with over 600 employees is headquartered in the Netherlands and offers its customers ultra-modern infrastructure to drive forward digitalization in business and society. Mobile amplifiers throughout the fiber optic netwo...

In the last three months, dormakaba has started operating three photovoltaic power plants with a total of 21,000 solar panels on the roofs of its production sites in Melaka (Malaysia), Suzhou (China), and Taishan (China). The solar installations are planned to produce more than 11,000 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity annually and to save almost 7,000 tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) annually. This initiative to expand the use of renewable energy is part of dormakaba's climate transition plan,...

CORE significantly improved reliability in 2021, with members experiencing 48% less outage time and 20% fewer service interruptions, compared to  2020. The members experienced, on average, 46 minutes of outages over the course of 2021. That average was about 89 minutes in 2020. The members also experienced, on average, just 0.536 outages in 2021, down from 0.676 in 2020. CORE’s reliability cooperatives CORE’s reliability numbers are better than the previous year’s figur...