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Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Insight EDA Inc., an EDA software company delivering groundbreaking circuit reliability solutions to many of the world’s renowned integrated circuit (IC) design teams. Insight EDA’s technology identifies and helps address design specific potential circuit reliability failure areas, bolstering the confidence of design engineers in achieving first-pass silicon success. Circuit reliability Circ...

Siemens continues to enable its customers globally to accelerate the energy transition, most recently through the implementation of its low-voltage software to Aspern Smart City Research (‘ASCR’) in Vienna. Using Siemens’ next generation grid management software, LV Insights® X, ASCR will be able to visualize the entire low-voltage network of aspern Seestadt, a part of Vienna. aspern Seestadt is one of Europe's largest urban development projects. With a digital twin, ASCR...

Many contractors in the electrical and construction supply chains are confused and overwhelmed by the scale of change under the new Building Safety Act 2022, after it became enforceable on October 1st, says AEI cables. Cabling guidance The company is offering guidance to ensure the correct cabling is installed in all buildings, including what is considered to be ‘higher risk buildings.’ Higher-risk buildings under the act are those of at least 18 meters in height or at least seven...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that it has developed an aluminum vertical flat tube (VFT) design that improves heat exchanger performance by up to an unprecedented about 40% in heat-pump air conditioners used for heating and cooling. The new VFT heat exchanger combines small-diameter flat tubes, arranged vertically and very compactly, and a high-performance refrigerant distributor with a double-tube structure that evenly distributes refrigerant. New VFT heat exchanger Compared...

Prysmian Group, the globally renowned company in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has signed an agreement worth approximately €900 million with Clean Path New York to provide submarine and land power cable systems for one of the largest transmission infrastructure projects in the United States. Clean Path New York is a US $11 billion renewable energy project comprising 3,800 MW of wind and solar power from more than 20 new wind and solar generation resources and a new 175-mil...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that it played the key role in leading the project to draft the 2023 International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) White Paper entitled ‘Power Semiconductors for an Energy-Wise society,’ which the IEC released on October 17, 2023. This is the first time for a White Paper, published annually since 2010, to issue recommendations for developing and expanding international standards and certification systems for power semiconductors. 2023...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Sofamel has announced the release of their new SCF/OPT-460W and SCF/OPT-600W solar optimizers. These devices are very important when using photovoltaic energy systems. Some of their key benefits include: Improved overall system performance Solar optimizers allow energy production to be maximized at the individual panel level. This means that even if any panels are affected by shade or underperforming as the result of dirt or damage, the overall system performance is not significantly affe...

Siemens has received two major orders to set up the charging infrastructure for electric buses (e-buses) in two cities in Germany. In Hamburg, Siemens will again support Hamburger Hochbahn AG, one of Germany´s largest public transport companies, in reaching its goal of operating a completely emission-free bus fleet by 2030.  smooth transition to electric buses In Saarlouis, Siemens will enable the smooth transition to electric buses for Kreisverkehrsbetriebe Saarlouis (KVS GmbH). T...

A range of customers in the supply chain are often confused when it comes to the selection of the correct cabling for many critical applications, says AEI Cables. The company has been communicating the dangers of not following the technical guidance for the selection and installation of cables for Category 3 Control fire performance cables under the revised British Standard BS8519: 2020. Cable selection queries Stuart Dover, General Manager of AEI Cables, said, “We are getting a consist...

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) granted approval to Ameren Illinois to build a new transmission line to improve energy reliability for residents and businesses in the Peoria region.  138-kV transmission line The new 138-kV transmission line will connect Ameren’s substation in Alta with its substation in Pioneer Park in the City of Peoria, creating additional pathways for energy to flow to the region and reducing the frequency and duration of power outages. The project will...

Volvo Cars: Brazil (Volvo Cars Latin America) announces the inauguration of the largest charging hub for electric and hybrid vehicles in Latin America. With the supply of WEMOB - WEG Electric Mobility solutions, the facility has state-of-the-art technology and the capacity to recharge 80 vehicles simultaneously in the São Paulo Corporate Towers, where the brand-new office is located. The charging stations of the WEMOB line – Parking model, present in the charging hub, are composed...

East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi) will jointly develop a full-digital substation system in fiscal 2025. The system will enable dual configuration of transmission lines and of protection and control functions in the substation premises, enabling the stable transportation of railways through the stable supply of electricity. Furthermore, it will improve efficiency in construction by reducing the size of facilities. JR East and Hitachi will continue to work together...

Members of the Bosch Power Tools team from across the country came together at a Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County home site in Curiosity Creek in the Tampa, Florida area to install new windows and doors, supporting the project’s next wave of building. This volunteer event kicked off the brand’s partnership with the Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County team, reinforcing Bosch’s commitment to invest in the Tampa community. Bosch 18V cordless power tools donate...

Prysmian Group, the pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been selected by the TSO Amprion, one of the European TSOs, as the preferred bidder for the two Offshore Grid Connection Systems BalWin1 and BalWin2 and the underground cable project DC34.  The preferred bidder agreement provides an obligation on the parties to negotiate in good faith the outstanding items of the projects with a target to execute the final contracts by 15 January 2024. Prysmian is committed t...

Solar Technology, Inc. (SolarTech), the industry provider for running portable traffic control equipment, and, HAAS Alert, the pioneer in automotive connected safety, are pleased to announce a collaboration to enhance work zone safety through connected equipment. SolarTech has offered connectivity since 2014 and now with the addition of Safety Cloud, customers can receive advanced collision prevention through digital alerts. SolarTech customers SolarTech customers can realize immediate work z...

Emtelle, a globally renowned company in the supply of passive network infrastructure has formed a partnership with Scottish independent broadband business - GoFibre to construct a full-fiber network in Hawick, United Kingdom (UK). This will provide the area with a full-fiber network that will allow businesses and communities to access speeds of up to 10Gbps, transforming the ability for residents to work effectively from home, and operate multiple devices simultaneously with no lag. Emtelle an...

Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) and Greenstat Hydrogen India Pvt. Ltd. (GHIPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for ‘Potential Collaboration Opportunities in Green Hydrogen and Derivatives in the Hydrogen Value Chain’. BHEL and GHIPL sign MoU This MoU will help in contributing towards the country’s ‘National Hydrogen Mission’ that is aimed at making India ‘AatmaNirbhar’ in this area. Mr. S Prabhakar, the General Manager (GM) &...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has announced a contract valued at approximately US$ 6 million to provide the city of Georgetown, Texas, USA, with turnkey electrical engineering services, power distribution, control and protection equipment, in order to help establish its new South Lake Water Treatment Plant. With construction expected to be complete in 2026, the water treatment facility will process more than 44 million gallons per day to double local capacity for the growing comm...

Mitsubishi Electric, the major manufacturer and exporter of heat pumps in the United Kingdom (UK), is proud to announce its unwavering commitment to supply chain resilience. The company's dedication to providing efficient and sustainable solutions is exemplified by its successful delivery of heat pumps to customers across the nation within an on-time delivery framework. Mitsubishi Electric's Eco-friendly solutions With the continuing challenges posed by global uncertainties and climate change...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. has obtained SBT 1.5℃ certification from SBTi (Science Based Targets Initiative) for the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets. Background Furukawa Electric Group is working to strengthen ESG management with the aim of increasing medium to long-term corporate value centered on ESG (Environment, Social, corporate Governance), in order to realize Furukawa Electric Group Vision 2030 (hereinafter ‘Vision 2030’) and achieve the Sust...

Utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems typically generate several megawatts (MW) of electricity and are key contributors to green energy and sustainability. Each MW requires about 2,900 solar panels spread over several acres of land, one or more inverters and controllers, plus grid connection equipment. Linking all those elements into a PV system can require miles of power and monitoring cabling, and tens of thousands of cable management components. If not properly implemented, cabling and cab...

A new survey from digital identity security specialists, ID Crypt Global, reveals that 75% of people in the UK would feel safer and more comfortable allowing strangers, such as tradespeople and estate agents, into the home if their identity and credentials were available on a digital identity platform. A person’s digital identity is made up of various pieces of personal information that are collected and stored online. It is estimated that 66% of people in the UK have a digital trail...

AEI Cables has clinched a contract to supply its low-voltage power, control, and fire performance cables to a major extension of the Hong Kong Sports Institute. Working with its partners, Cornwall Contracting Co. Ltd, AEI Cables supplied the cables to the existing sports complex from 2011 to 2013. The major extension involves the facilities development building, which is located in front of the indoor swimming pool and rowing boathouse comprising a three-floor building area. This will feature a...

Siemens has launched two new additional versions of its innovative Sentron 3WA Power Circuit Breakers, alternatively known as Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs). Series 3WA3, 3WA2 Series 3WA3 meets the requirements of UL 1066 and IEC 60947-2 standards, which enables customers to use it worldwide. This is particularly advantageous for switchgear manufacturers and OEMs producing systems for both standardization areas, IEC and UL. The 3WA2 series is designed exclusively for the UL 489 market. The two n...

AEI Cables has sent a message to those making decisions about fire safety cabling under the new Building Safety Act 2022 which becomes enforceable from October. From October 2023, buildings of at least 18 meters in height or with at least seven storeys containing at least two residential units will be deemed ‘high-risk buildings’ and must be registered with the newly established Building Safety Regulator. The registration must be made by the organization or person who owns or has re...

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has signed a Technical Assistance and License Agreement with General Electric Technology GmbH Switzerland for Gas Turbines. The agreement was signed by Mr. Jai Prakash Srivastava, Director (Engineering, Research & Development) & Director (Finance - Addl. Charge), BHEL and Mr. Theodoros Stamatiadis, Executive Counsel (IP), GE Power (virtually);  in the presence of  Dr. Nalin Shinghal, Chairman & Managing Director BHEL, Mr. Deepesh Nan...