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Siemens Smart Infrastructure and E.ON Drive Infrastructure are collaborating to bring smart and efficient fast-charging infrastructure to millions of electric vehicles driving across Europe.  The two companies have signed a global framework agreement that includes access to the web-based backend service Sifinity Control in addition to DC charging stations. IoT-enabled substations This gives E.ON comprehensive visibility and configuration options across the charging stations to easily man...

In recent years, Zoomlion's products have seen a continuous expansion in overseas markets, with its competitiveness and influence on the rise, garnering widespread recognition and attention. Recently, guests hailing from eight nations, including Malaysia, Uzbekistan, Myanmar, and Sierra Leone, among others, converged upon Zoomlion's Songjiang Industrial Park in Shanghai to witness first-hand the allure of China's advanced manufacturing prowess, characterized by high-end innovation, intelligence...

The Marl Lenkerbeck Volunteer Fire Department, Fire Brigade III, has purchased a trailer that is used for events, transport, and holiday camps for the youth fire department. To park the trailer in a safe place, there was a desire for a carport. Nils Penczek, an employee of Westenergie AG and a member of the Marl Lenkerbeck Volunteer Fire Department, heard about the request and took action. He applied for the maximum grant of 2,000 euros through the Westenergie active on-site employee initiative...

Siemens is consistently expanding its ecosystem for the machine tool industry. Together with its partners - DMG MORI and Renishaw, the technology company is presenting new offerings as part of Siemens Xcelerator. With a focus on scalability and high flexibility, there are now even more intelligent machining applications for CNC users that seamlessly complement the Siemens solutions and deliver a high value-add based on them. The open digital business platform Siemens Xcelerator thus creates a p...

High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric, a family-owned and operated home service company serving residents in the greater Denver metropolitan area, has announced the launch of its new electrical division giving High 5 a full suite of home service offerings. “We are excited to expand into electrical because this gives us another avenue to help our loyal customers,” said Levi Torres, co-owner of High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical. "We remain dedicated to...

The Fossil Free Future project is running at full steam with different projects, innovation work, and cooperation. The BEACON project is a collaborative research initiative aimed at accelerating the electrification of Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM).  This two-year project, launched in April 2023, brings together a consortium of industry leaders and research institutions, spearheaded by LUT University, to develop and demonstrate next-generation fully-electric NRMMs. Fully Electric NRMMs...

WEG announced the signing of a supply contract with Kroma Energia, in an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) model, for the Arapuá photovoltaic solar energy generation complex, valued at approximately R$ 630 million. The scope of supply includes photovoltaic modules, trackers, inverters, power substation, and connection bay with the local utility, involving complete engineering and electromechanical assembly, with commercial operation expected to begin in the first quarter o...

City commuters often think about transferring between passenger bus routes to reach their final destination. Helios Electric discusses the merits of transferring electrical power sources between the distribution buses that feed electrical loads. Various configurations to accomplish this task have been available for many decades, yet some of these methods are not well understood. Some may think that automatic transfer upon loss of power (with a manual return) is the only option because that is t...

The Waldorf senior citizens' working group has already volunteered in numerous work assignments for the local community in the past. For example, benches along hiking and farm trails were actively maintained and repaired. The working group has now expanded the equipment shed to include a gate and fence system so that benches, tables and equipment for the voluntary projects can be safely stored. The Westenergie campaign was supported by the Westenergie active on site employee initiative with a...

Twenty years ago, people would have classified a domestic home as a simple electrical installation, but with the massive jump in available technology, no one is sure that simple electrical installations exist anymore. This causes complications in all areas of designing an electrical installation, and the topic of surge protection devices is no different. For a domestic installation, the advice has always been quite simple. If it is a normal-sized home, with one consumer unit, there is a need fo...

L&T Chairman Emeritus Mr. A M Naik (AMN) has received yet another distinctive honor – this time the Lifetime Achievement Award from the FICCI Young Leaders’ Forum. This is the first time that the FICCI Lifetime Achievement Award has been conferred under the Young Leaders’ category, and its presentation to AMN will inspire India’s youth. The award was presented to AMN in Mumbai on 28 August by Mr. Sanjay Dutt (Former Chairman - FICCI Committee on Real Estate) and Ms....

Axpo’s Swiss subsidiary CKW launched a new electricity tariff designed to incentivize customers to spread their consumption throughout the day. As the use of solar-generated electricity continues to grow, the future-facing tariff aims to help prevent unnecessary demand peaks in Switzerland’s power grid. CKW has also announced that it will reduce electricity prices by around 30 percent in 2025.  Heat pump installation The conventional electricity tariff model still widely used...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has signed an agreement with Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Munich, Federal Republic of Germany, to co-develop Direct Current (DC) Switching Stations and DC Circuit Breaker requirement specifications. The agreement aims to realize Multi-terminal High Voltage DC (HVDC) systems to enable efficient operation of large-scale renewable energy resources. This is the first concrete initiative by the two...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has delivered to the market an essential solution for accelerating a successful energy transition - the SICAM Enhanced Grid Sensor (EGS), designed to address the key challenge of distribution network transparency for grid operators. network transparency With only 22 percent of citywide smart grids deemed to be mature or advanced according to respondents in the recent Infrastructure Transition Monitor, the new solution will play a pivotal role in digitalizing distri...

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) launched its Wind Turbine Technician-I (WTT-I) certification, the only certification of its kind in the U.S. to date. NFPA WTT-I certification Renewable markets, such as solar and wind are seeing rapid growth. With more wind installation projects being approved worldwide, there is a growing demand for qualified wind turbine technicians with verified skills and knowledge to work on these projects. The new NFPA WTT-I certi...

Returning as a regular exhibitor to the Engineering Design Show (EDS) 2024, Mclennan will showcase new motion control product lines from distribution partners and will be on hand to discuss visitors' automation requirements and applications.  Custom design and system build As a major supplier of motion control products and systems for more than 40 years, Mclennan offers a commitment to technical excellence and dedicated customer service through a partnership approach to business. Visit S...

WEG has different laboratories in its structure for testing and evaluating the products it develops. WEG's electrical testing laboratory for motors within the power range from 0.10 kW to 400 kW and voltage up to 1000 V in Jaraguá do Sul/SC is one of them, annually audited by globally recognized organizations, such as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and the Underwriter Laboratories (UL). This laboratory recently achieved accreditation under the ISO 17025 standard from the INMETR...

Following several high-profile data center contract wins, Leep Utilities - one of the UK's pioneering owners and operators of last-mile utility networks - has launched a specialist extra high voltage (EHV) team.  Leep is now better equipped than ever to provide global data center operators, and other higher-consumption industrial and commercial users, with utility grid connections, 132 kV networks, and smart battery energy storage solutions for local heat networks.  Power local heat...

Recently, ZOOMLION's Shanghai Industrial Park welcomed new clients from Australia. Drawn by its reputation, the Australian client toured Zoomlion's intelligent rotary drilling rig production line, gaining in-depth insights into the products.  ZR140 rotary drilling rig The ZR140 rotary drilling rig, nicknamed the "Soil Drilling Prodigy," perfectly met the construction needs in Australia. It immediately won high recognition and favor from the clients, leading to a swift order placement. T...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. proudly hosted its annual “Future Franklineers Day” on July 22, welcoming more than 60 elementary, middle school, and high school students from the community for a day of learning and career exploration. The exclusive event allowed students of Franklin Electric employees to tour corporate headquarters, gain insights into the water systems industry, and learn about STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers in a real-world setting. St...

Interplay Learning, the pioneer in immersive career development solutions for the skilled trades, and Sila Services, a pioneering home services platform operating HVAC, plumbing, and electrical companies, are pleased to announce that Interplay will deliver ongoing, scalable training solutions across Sila Services’ 30+ brands. With a workforce of 1,200+ field technicians and a commitment to a people-first approach, Sila Services has selected Interplay Learning to enhance and scale its trai...

As Zoomlion expands its global footprint, its rotary drilling rigs have gained popularity worldwide. Among them, the ZR185, known as the 'Drilling Master', has been warmly received by international customers for its excellent performance, outstanding brand reputation, and exceptional cost-effectiveness. Recently, overseas clients traveled from afar to purchase equipment at Zoomlion's Shanghai, and the delivery was completed. test drive process During their visit to the foundation construction...

M&E contractor, MCS (Maintenance & Contracting Services) Ltd has just received accreditation for its work to reduce carbon emissions across its business. The company has been reviewed as part of a Mitsubishi Electric scheme called the Committed Carbon Reduction Partner (CCRP). This accreditation recognizes the steps that MCS is taking to track and lower the carbon footprint of its business. design, installation, and delivery MCS is an independently owned M&E contractor and Buildin...

EV Connection (EVC), the operator of the JomCharge EV Charging network, and Gentari became the first parties to receive licenses for public installation of EV Charging Systems in Sabah from the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS). The license handover ceremony was held on 1 August 2024 at BMW Motorrad Regas Premium Sabah and also BYD Regas Sabah located in Kolombong, Kota Kinabalu. Safe installations EVC and Gentari were also the first parties in Peninsular Malaysia to be licensed by ST. ECoS...

In the spirit of its motto 'Accelerate transformation for a sustainable tomorrow,' Siemens is presenting new hardware and software for the Sinumerik 828D CNC controller at this year's AMB in Stuttgart. The Sinumerik 828D is specifically designed for the compact and mid-range machine market. The new PPU271.5, PPU270.5, PPU290.5, and PU272.5 processor units and the redesigned Sinumerik 828D MCP (Machine Control Panel) operating concept offer a wide range of functions and options that increase the...

SAE has achieved the next step in delivering its ‘Building a Sustainable Future to 2035’ strategy by taking full ownership of the 120MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at the Uskmouth Sustainable Energy Park (USEP).  According to the Company’s latest estimates, the BESS project will generate average annual revenues of £12m and annual average EBITDA of £9m per annum in its first five full years of operation. The estimated capital cost of the projec...

Three aspects to consider when building or upgrading the wastewater treatment facility include: standards, equipment, and design. By focusing more time on the design, people can save money on construction because a proper design will permit less rigorous equipment. Standards When constructing electrical systems for wastewater treatment facilities, the following need to be considered: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 820 – Standard for Fire Protection in Wastewater Treatmen...

In recent years, CORE has invested in technologies that continue to help them operate more efficiently, reduce costs, and minimize financial impacts on their members. Those investments include: Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI): In early 2021, CORE wrapped up the installation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure, which replaced more than 165,000 meters throughout the system. CORE avoided at least 50,000 'truck rolls' thanks to AMI. The new meters also help to identify and more...

NR has actively participated in IEEE T&D, held from April 17th to 19th in Denver, the USA. The IEEE PES T&D Conference and Exposition attracts pioneering companies and individuals from around the world to take part as both exhibitors and attendees. The IEEE Power and Energy Society (PES) embraces planning, research, development, design, application, construction, installation and operation of apparatus, equipment, structures, materials and system for the safe, reliable and economic gene...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the launch of its Schneider Electric Training program in the UK and Ireland (UK&I).    Schneider Electric’s vision in the UK&I is to create a best-in-class approach to training, unifying specialist academies, courses, and digital campuses into a holistic offering - Schneider Electric Training.   skills gap The move is in response to the chronic skills gap in eng...