Siemens Launches New Servo Drive System Specifically For The Battery And Electronics Industry

With Sinamics S200, Siemens is launching a new servo drive system designed for a variety of standard applications in the battery, electronics, as well as other industries. It consists of a precise servo drive, powerful servo motors and easy-to-use cables and offers high dynamic performance. Applications that require precision in speed and torque, such as winding and unwinding machines in battery manufacturing and cell assembly, particularly benefit from the new servo drive system. Sinamics S20...

Aico Introduces The Ei3030 Multi-Sensor Fire And Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm – The Next Evolution In Home Life Safety

Introducing the newest innovation in multi-sensor alarms from Aico, the Ei3030 Multi-Sensor Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm. The flagship alarm in Aico’s technologically advanced 3000 Series - the Ei3030 combines individual Optical, Heat and CO sensors, for the ultimate fire and CO response. Aico continues to evolve its offering to provide products that align with its customers’ requirements while maintaining the simplicity that Installers love. The Ei3030 multi-sensor Fire and...

Mingyang Secures 306 MW Order For Philippines Wind Projects

Mingyang Smart Energy Group Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Mingyang") has secured a 306 MW order from Singaporean renewable energy company Vena Energy for the Talim 212.5 MW and the Sembrano 93.75 MW onshore wind power projects in the Philippines. The projects, located in the Province of Rizal, will be the country’s largest onshore wind projects and will feature Chinese wind turbines for the first time. The order includes the supply, transportation, installation, and commissioning o...

WindEurope’s Board Of Directors Has Elected Sven Utermöhlen As The Association’s New Chair For An 18-Month Term

WindEurope’s Board of Directors has elected Sven Utermöhlen, CEO Offshore Wind at RWE Renewables, as the Association’s new Chair for an 18-month term. Low-carbon future Sven Utermöhlen said, “I am honored to be elected to represent the full value chain of wind energy in Europe - an industry contributing, through jobs and innovation, to building a low-carbon future. A faster expansion of wind energy is particularly important if we are to achieve the European climate...

ABB E-Mobility And TRATON GROUP Encourage Policymakers To Enable European Charging Infrastructure For Heavy Vehicles

Against the backdrop of the Swedish EU Presidency and in the presence of German Transport Minister, Volker Wissing and the Swedish Transport Minister, Andreas Carlson, ABB E-mobility, TRATON, DHL Freight and Milence jointly discussed the progress and challenges in the electrification of long-distance commercial vehicles at the Swedish Embassy in Berlin. While the electrification for middle and last mile logistics is gaining greater traction, electric heavy-duty long-distance transport is still...

ABB E-Mobility And Scania Successfully Undertake First Test In Development Of Megawatt Charging System

Scania has successfully installed and tested a pilot megawatt charging system from ABB E-mobility, representing the next milestone in the development of an efficient, high power charging solution for heavy duty vehicles. The technology will enable half the charging time for heavy duty vehicles. Both companies are committed to enabling a zero-emission transport future and taking the lead in developing tomorrow’s technology today. Developing a solution to fast charge these commercial electr...

ABB Provides Energy-Efficient Grid Connection For Battery Storage Systems

As power grids evolve, transitioning away from fossil fuel sources to renewable energy, connecting battery energy storage systems ensures the grid remains stable. ABB’s new power supply device, the CP-S.1 24/20.0, provides the secure, energy-efficient connection that battery storage systems require. Renewable generation is intermittent and battery storage systems are a good way to smooth out this intermittency. Deploying batteries close to major electricity infrastructure e...

Delta Releases New Slim 240 W Panel Mount Power Supply With Built-in Active PFC

Delta expands its panel mount power supply PMR series by releasing the new 240 W model, which is applicable to industrial, commercial, and household applications.  The new 240 W model provides an output power of up to 240 W and nominal output voltages of 12 V, 24 V, 36 V, and 48 V. The compact form factor design fits in limited installation space such as control cabinets, machinery, vending machines, and test & measure equipment. new 240 W model of PMR series The model is also fully...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation’s ME Innovation Fund Invests In Elephantech Inc.

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that its ME Innovation Fund has invested in Elephantech Inc. The startup is the first company in the world to successfully mass-produce printed circuit boards using metal inkjet printing. This is the fund's fourth investment in a target company. Under its mission of making the world sustainable with new manufacturing technologies, Elephantech uses its metal inkjet printing and copper plating technologies to manufacture and sell P-Flex® flexible...

Ingeteam Announces The Manufacture Of EV Charging Stations In Milwaukee To Meet The Growing Demand In The American Market

Ingeteam will support the Biden-Harris administration’s ambitious goals to combat the climate crisis by deploying a national network of 500,000 EV chargers along America’s highways. With this new investment, Ingeteam Electric Vehicle Chargers will increase its production capacity of DC Fast Chargers (DCFC) and L2 EV chargers (ranging from 7.5 kW up to 420 kW) for the US market with a full commitment to accelerate the buildout of the United States EV charging network. The new Ingete...

Midoriya Electric Has Been Added To RECOM's Distribution Network

RECOM strengthened its distribution network in Japan with the addition of Midoriya Electric, specializing in AC/DC, DC/DC converters, switching regulators, and LED drivers. Yosuke Sato, Director & General Manager, 1st International Division, Midoriya Electric, expressed, “RECOM's product portfolio has very good synergy with our other line cards. We are very excited about expanding sales of RECOM products.” ideal distribution partner According to Jordi Torrebadell, Director of...

Iskra To Exhibit At PCIM Europe 2023 Exhibition In Nuremberg, Germany

Iskra is coming to the internationally renowned exhibition - PCIM Europe 2023, which is taking place at Nuremberg Messe from May 9 – 11, 2023. So, get ready to experience the future of electronics and renewable energy solutions at the event! Iskra will be present from May 9 to May 11, 2023 for PCIM Europe 2023 exhibition, at Hall 7, booth 621, at Nuremberg Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. Iskra at PCIM Europe 2023 event The Iskra Team looks forward to meeting everyone live at the upcoming P...

Ingeteam Develops A New Central Inverter - IS STORAGE 3Power HV - For 1500 V DC Batteries

Ingeteam has developed a new central inverter for large-scale battery systems. This new product, commercially known as IS STORAGE 3Power HV, is specifically intended for energy storage plants developed with batteries up to a maximum voltage of 1500 V DC. The first units of the new central inverter will start to be delivered in July 2023 for a project based in Italy. IS STORAGE 3Power HV central inverter This inverter, which can achieve up to 3.93 MVA of battery discharge power operating a...

Mitsubishi Electric Teams Up With Harlow College To Tackle Climate Change

Mitsubishi Electric has teamed up with Harlow College to establish The Renewable Energy Training Center, a new on-campus project for the next generation of heating engineers to train using green technologies. With the government aiming to upgrade all homes to an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C within the next ten years, it’s more important than ever that heating engineers are trained to install energy-efficient technologies in our buildings. New center at Harlow College...

AEI Cables Expands Distribution Center In Its UK Headquarters

AEI Cables has expanded its center for distribution for existing and new customers at its UK headquarters.  The company has increased the space for stock at its modern facilities at Washington, Tyne & Wear in the North East. The additional facility of 13,000 sq ft will ensure all service needs are met for its customers. Meeting the demand Stuart Dover, General Manager for AEI Cables, said, “The extra space means we can meet further demand for our specialist products at th...

ABB Completes Acquisition Of Siemens Low Voltage NEMA Motor Business

ABB announced that the company has completed its acquisition of the Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business. The transaction was originally announced August 11, 2022, and financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The business employs around 600 people and generated revenues of approximately US$ 63 million in 2021. The acquisition of this business is part of the Motion business area’s profitable growth strategy. It strengthens ABB’s position as a major industrial NE...

Little Giant Expands Product Line To Include More Builder Grade Pump Options

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. has announced that its Little Giant brand has expanded its sump pump lineup to better equip professional plumbers and installers. The new products include: BSP33 Series (1/3 hp) and BSP50 Series (1/2 hp) and 5.5 ASPA Series (1/4 hp) builder grade sump pumps BSC33 Series (1/3 hp) and BSC50 Series (1/2 hp) sump/effluent pumps BSWC50 Series (1/2 hp) sewage pump SPBS 1-HF Series battery backup system “With...

RECOM's New – EMC ‘Book Of Knowledge’

RECOM has published the latest in a series of ‘Books of Knowledge’ for engineers, designers, and students on the subject of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). EMC Book of Knowledge The ‘EMC Book of Knowledge’ subtitled ‘Practical Tips for the User’ is written by Steve Roberts, RECOM’s Innovation Manager, and Josefine Lametschwandler, RECOM’s EMC Engineering Team Leader. The book follows on from RECOM two very popular Books of Knowledge on the...

Scolmore Adds New Metal Clad Outboard Rocker Socket To Its Click Essentials Wiring Accessories Range

Scolmore announced the company has added a new Metal Clad Outboard Rocker Socket to its Click Essentials wiring accessories range. The new 13A 2 Gang DP 3 Pin Safety Shutter Switched Socket Outlet with Outboard Rockers (Twin Earth) joins the growing Click Metal Clad range, which also includes a number of 2-way switch plates, switched sockets, safety shutter switched sockets and fused connection units. New Metal Clad Outboard Rocker Socket added to Range  The Metal Clad range features ele...

Danfoss To Power All North America Facilities With Solar Energy By 2025

To achieve their global decarbonization goals, Danfoss North America recently signed a power purchase agreement with CIG Capital, a U.S.-based project financing firm, to purchase about 75 MW of solar power from a solar farm in Texas, starting in 2025. The initial agreement term is 12 years, allowing Danfoss to fully replace its annual electricity usage in North America with green energy through at least 2037. green certificates The new agreement will provide Danfoss with green certificates, s...

Schneider Electric Announces The Appointment Of Javed Ahmad As Senior Vice President Of Global Supply Chain North America

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Javed Ahmad as the Senior Vice President of its Global Supply Chain North America organization. A 32-year company veteran with expertise in manufacturing, operations, and logistics, Javed Ahmad will be based in Nashville, Tennessee, USA — the hub for Schneider Electric’s supply chain operation for the region that generated more than US...

Housing Solutions And Aico Announce IoT Trial Partnership Across 100 Homes

Housing Solutions, a renowned housing provider based in Maidenhead, United Kingdom (UK) has recently commenced a 100 home trial of Aico’s award-winning Connected Home Solution. The project is aimed at improving the overall safety and well-being of residents, as part of the organization’s focus on safety and energy efficiency, while enabling Housing Solutions to take a proactive approach to any issues. This is Housing Solutions’ largest deployment of IoT devices in their housin...

United Electric Controls Announces Moody Price As Their New Texas Partner

United Electric Controls are pleased to announce that Moody Price will be the new United Electric Controls representative for the State of Texas, adding to their existing region of Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Florida Panhandle, Memphis Area and Texas, effective May 1, 2023. United Electric Controls (UE) is a privately held corporation founded in 1931 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, USA, including two divisions – Applied Sensor Technologies (AST) and Precision...

Volta Trucks To Partner With EAVX To Provide Truck Bodies For Volta Zero US Pilot Fleet

Volta Trucks, the pioneering and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced a partnership with EAVX, a business unit within J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. (JBPCO) whose business units lead North America’s commercial vehicle body market, to build the truck bodies for the upcoming Pilot Fleet of all-electric Volta Zeros in the US for the Driving Experience Programme. EAVX will utilize JBPCO’s unparalleled market knowledge to lead the...

Schneider Electric Earns Four Five-Star Ratings In 2023 CRN Partner Program Guide

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been has been recognized by CRN with four prestigious five-star ratings in its 2023 Partner Program Guide. The annual guide offers essential information to solution providers such as managed service providers (MSPs), value-added resellers (VARs), systems integrators, and strategic service providers as they explore technology manufacturers’ partner programs to identify t...

5W DC/DC In 1” X 1” Package Added To RECOM ‘K’ Series

RECOM has continued to add to their ‘K’ series of DC/DC converters featuring advanced circuit design techniques and manufacturing technology with the REC5K-AW, a 5W, wide input DC/DC in a plastic package, just 1” x 1” footprint, 0.4” profile (25.4 x 25.4 x 10mm). The cost-effective part operates over a wide 4:1 (9–36 VDC) input range and provides a regulated 5 V output rated at 1 A with 18-36 VDC input. Operation is from −40°C to 110°C ambient w...

Volta Trucks And DLL Partner To Provide Lease Financing Support For Truck As A Service (TaaS) Offering

Volta Trucks, the globally renowned disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced a partnership with global finance company - DLL to provide finance support. The funding will enable Volta Trucks to offer customers a wide range of financing solutions for the all-electric Volta Zero through the company’s Truck as a Service (TaaS) offering. DLL, a global equipment asset finance company, is focused on partnerships that enable businesses to a...

Sensata Technologies Opens Unique High Voltage Engineering Test Facility In The Netherlands

The industrial technology company, which works with some of the world’s biggest automotive, heavy vehicle and industrial brands, has today opened its €2.5 million purpose-built facility in the Twente area. This new lab building sits alongside Sensata Technologies’ existing Business Center in Hengelo and is part of the company’s strategy to deliver high-quality products in an increasingly decarbonized and electrified world; in particular, for products being fitted into ele...

Hitachi Amends Executive Compensation System, Further Strengthening Links Between Corporate Value And Compensation

Hitachi, Ltd. (‘Hitachi’) is promoting a modal change toward global growth, as part of efforts to ‘Support people’s quality of life with data and technology that fosters a sustainable society’ as laid out in Mid-Term Management Plan 2024 (MMP 2024). Hitachi has announced that it has amended the executive compensation system to further accelerate growth as a global company, and to further strengthen links between increases in corporate value and compensation. Hitac...

Schneider Electric Wins Industrial Energy Efficiency Award At Hannover Messe 2023 For SF6-Free Medium Voltage Switchgear

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has won the Industrial Energy Efficiency Award category ‘Energy Economy’ for its new SM AirSeT switchgear, a green and digital medium voltage technology. The company’s innovation makes it possible to end reliance on the now-standard sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) greenhouse gas commonly contained in electrical equipment used to power the grid and industrial electrical in...

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