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Six large WEG motors were installed on an oil platform off the coast of Ghana, in a staggered schedule from late 2020 through 2022. The electric motors for these applications comply with IEC standards and associated hazardous area specifications, which certify equipment for use in explosive atmospheres. Considering the severe marine environment, all the motors were supplied with tough epoxy paint and IP65 degree of protection. WEG motors for oil platform in Ghana In addition, the motors are c...

Beginning in January, the Urban Future Lab at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, in partnership with Greentown Labs, will provide a soft landing pad in the U.S. for the third cohort of Innovate UK’s Global Incubator Program: Clean Growth edition, which is designed to cultivate and support the launch of innovative climatetech companies with a strong potential to scale internationally to new markets. The program annually provides eight U.K.-based businesses with the opportunity to explor...

The trials for Optimise Prime, the world’s biggest trial of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) have come to an end, and demonstrated how barriers, such as cost and energy demand, can be overcome through digitization and new product offerings. The outcomes of this landmark study follow a year-long trial, and could help unlock the mass rollout of EV fleets across the United Kingdom (UK) and beyond. Fast roll out of EVs is vital for the UK The fast roll out of electric vehicle fleets is vi...

In the face of stiff competitive bidding, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has won an order for the Renovation & Modernization (R&M) of steam turbines at Ukai Thermal Power Station (TPS) in Gujarat, India. Valued at about Rs. 300 Crore, the order for R&M of the 200 MW Unit-3 and the 210 MW Unit-5 has been placed on BHEL by Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited. Significantly, BHEL is also the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of these turbine sets, which have been...

ABB has reached an agreement to sell its Power Conversion division to AcBel Polytech Inc. for US$ 505 million in cash. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed in the second half of 2023. Upon closing, ABB expects to record a small non-operational book gain in income from operations on the sale. The Power Conversion division, formerly Lineage Power, was acquired by ABB as part of the GE Industrial Solutions acquisition in 2018 and is not core to ABB. A...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has earned a spot on Corporate Knights’ 2023 Global 100 list of Most Sustainable Corporations in the world for the 12th time in a row. Strong performance across climate and social commitments, such as sustainable revenues and investments, gender diversity and sustainability pay link have helped secure Schneider Electric’s peer group leadership position in this annual...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced its Certification by Great Place to Work across North America. This marks the first win for Canada and Mexico, and the fifth time that the United States (US) team has been named to the list. The team in Costa Rica also earned this recognition. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Schneider Electric. Sch...

The eleven WEG motors for the project considered the largest with a combined cycle gas turbine in Central Asia were manufactured in the factory in China. Currently, the structure and local manufacturing capacity of WEG Nantong is considered the same as the headquarters in Brazil, in addition, the location is a very interesting point for logistics as it is closer to the final destination of the products, in Uzbekistan. independent power generation project This is a 1,500MW gas combined cycle i...

Sensata Technologies (ST), a global industrial technology company and renowned provider of sensor-rich solutions that create insights for customers, announced its debut at the Auto Expo Components 2023 (16th edition) event in New Delhi, India, from January 12 to January 15, 2023.  At the show, Sensata Technologies highlighted its innovations that support vehicle electrification as well as a broad range of mission-critical sensors and electrical protection solutions for automotive and heavy...

The UK’s leadership on tackling climate change has delivered real change at home and led to a global transformation – but more should be done to reap the economic benefits that presents, Chris Skidmore has stated. Mission Zero, his Net Zero Review, makes 129 recommendations covering areas including the greater role that business can be supported to play, making better use of infrastructure and delivering more energy efficient homes. Everyone is designed to maximize economic investm...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has successfully completed Technical Due Diligence for the Mayor of London’s Energy Efficiency Fund (MEEF), managed by Amber Fund Management Limited (Amber Infrastructure), as part of a funding solution to deploy 30 new fully zero-emission electric buses. The Mayor of London’s Energy Efficiency Fund (MEEF) provided debt and equity funding to Rock Road Holdings Ltd., a subsidiary of Rock Rail, who financed the buses. DNV's i...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has issued an urgent call for governments and companies around the world to accelerate their sustainability action and step up investments into technologies that will help them reduce their carbon emissions and bolster their energy security. Accelerate sustainability action The call comes amid spiking energy prices, an energy supply crisis and fast accelerating climate change, w...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton (ETN) announced that Mike Yelton will succeed Brian Brickhouse as President, Americas Region, Electrical Sector, and Pete Denk will succeed Joao Faria as President, Vehicle Group, effective from April 1, 2023. Mike Yelton will report to Heath Monesmith, President and Chief Operating Officer, Electrical Sector. Pete Denk will report to Paulo Ruiz, President and Chief Operating Officer, Industrial Sector. Both Yelton and Denk will join Eaton’s se...

Plug Power Inc. (PLUG), a globally renowned provider of turnkey hydrogen solutions for the global green hydrogen economy, welcomed guests on Thursday to Vista Technology Park, its new 407,000 square foot fuel cell manufacturing facility in Slingerlands, New York, USA, for a ribbon cutting ceremony, alongside U.S. Senate Majority Leader - Charles E. Schumer and New York State Governor - Kathy Hochul. Vista Technology Park facility The Vista Technology Park facility will boost the economy by cre...

Bosch Power Tools announced the launch of 32 new 18V Cordless tools to join the CORE18V platform in 2023. An initial look at new concrete solutions will be showcased at the World of Concrete 2023 tradeshow in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The brand’s latest offerings expand the 18V line of tools, including new additions to the PROFACTOR high-powered lineup. Bosch’s newest innovations Bosch Power Tools’ newest innovations are powered by the CORE18V battery platform Bosch Power Too...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company and a globally renowned Digital Engineering firm, announced that it has been named an overall major company in the Zinnov Zones for ER&D Services 2022 Ratings. The report provides a 360-degree assessment of engineering research and development (ER&D) service providers, identifying their prowess and scalability across key markets and technologies. It is leveraged by company decision makers seeking to identify vetted service providers to support a...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will invest some 26.7 billion yen (about US$ 222.5 million) in its subsidiary company - Mitsubishi Electric India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a factory for the production of room air conditioners and compressors in India. Local production, targeted to start in October 2025, is expected to help the company meet growing demand in the Indian market. Initial annual capacity will total 300,000 room air conditioner outdoor units and, beginning in December...

Did they know homes account for 22% of the energy usage in the United States? The new year is a great time to create a checklist of some things they can optimize to get the best value for the money. Here are some actions they can take immediately: Use a power strip to plug in multiple electronics and appliances. This also allows them to turn them all on and off with one switch. Use the Colorado sun to the advantage! In colder months, open the curtains during the day to naturally heat the hom...

Virginia Transformer, the largest US-owned manufacturer of electrical transformers in North America with the shortest lead times in the industry, will officially inaugurate its new state-of-the-art, 130,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Chihuahua on February 10, 2023.   The new plant began production in late October 2022 and has begun to ship transformers. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the plant will be on February 10, 2023. New state-of-the-art manufacturing plant...

Energy efficiency, sustainability, and simplicity are coming to homes in an entirely new way. Schneider Electric, the globally renowned in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, unveiled Schneider Home – a first-of-its-kind home energy management solution for home owners seeking savings, comfort, and energy independence – at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023, in Las Vegas (booth #53711), Nevada, USA. The Schneider Home energy management solution inclu...

Consumer Electronics Show (CES) – Infinitum, creator of the breakthrough air core motor, announced Aircore Mobility, an award-winning, next generation, axial flux propulsion and traction motor designed to sustainably power passenger and commercial electric vehicles, as well as aviation, marine, construction, agricultural machines and auxiliary applications. The Aircore Mobility motor delivers high power and torque density and operates with class-leading efficiency over a wide range of spe...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company and Digital Engineering major firm, has announced the acquisition of Hexacta, a Pan-Latin-America digital and data engineering company. The acquisition is part of GlobalLogic’s continued strategy to expand its offerings, and its roster of exceptional engineering talent to meet the strong market demand for digital engineering services. Hexacta Organizations continue to invest in building new digital products, platforms, and experiences For more...

ESA is pleased to announce its new VP of Advocacy and Public Affairs, Jake Braunger. With prior experience on the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Advocacy Team and many political campaigns throughout the country, Jake is eager to advocate and educate ESA members about legislation that will benefit the electronic security and life safety industry. “Many legislators aren’t aware of the details and challenges of our industry, which means you as security professionals...

As an electrical sub-contractor, daily jobsite documentation is critical for Canyon State Electric to ensure quality control and share on-site progress with key stakeholders. Before using StructionSite, capturing, organizing, and sharing photos was disjointed. Canyon State Electric had to rely on the foreman to capture site progress, who then had to fill out a Google Form to track pictures and log them into the CSE systems. The office coordinator was responsible for going through these images a...

Volta Trucks, the pioneering and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has appointed Claes Nilsson to its Board of Directors. Claes Nilsson joins the Volta Trucks Board following an extensive career in commercial vehicles with AB Volvo, where he held the position of President of Volvo Trucks and member of its Executive Board. Prior to this, he was responsible for Volvo Trucks regions in Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa, as well as previously...

2022 was a significant year of milestones for Volta Trucks, the disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, as the company continues its journey towards the production of the full-electric Volta Zero vehicles for customers in early 2023. Volta Trucks saw the headcount of the company grow by over 200% in 2022, to nearly 700 employees. This included key appointments across the business, including Steve Dichter as Chief Strategy Officer; Adam Chassin as Chi...

Volta Trucks, the disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer, and services provider has announced a strong start to 2023 by confirming customer production orders for the first 300 manufacturing slots of its full-electric Volta Zero, with an associated revenue of more than €85 million. Series production Volta Zeros are due to start rolling off the line of the company’s contract manufacturing facility in Steyr, Austria, in early Q2 2023, with the plant ready to meet the s...

On December 26, 2022, the first PCS-8353 arc less fast DC circuit breaker independently developed by NR was successfully put into operation on Zhengzhou Metro Line 3. The DC circuit breaker is based on the design concept of fast breaking without arc. Compared with the air DC circuit breaker, the fault breaking time is shortened from tens of milliseconds to less than 2 milliseconds, and the number of near end-fault current breaking is increased to more than 200. After breaking, the equipment doe...

ABB is working with Boliden, the Swedish mining and smelting company, to build a strategic cooperation to use low-carbon footprint copper in its electromagnetic stirring (EMS) equipment and high-efficiency electric motors. The aim is to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while driving the transition to a more circular economy. The partnership with Boliden forms an integral part of ABB’s strategic ambition to reduce the environmental impact of raw materials used in its products by rep...

DENSO Corporation announced it has been selected as an "A-List" company in the assessment of environmental initiatives conducted by the international nonprofit CDP for its excellent efforts in the areas of climate change and water security, as well as information disclosure. This is the first time DENSO has been selected for the "A-List" in the area of "Climate Change" and the second consecutive time in the area of "Water Security." sustainability management In its long-term policy for 2030,...