As part of its effort to expand its presence in the East African markets, WEG is taking significant steps to increase its presence in Uganda through a partnership with Petrok as a Value Added Reseller (VAR). Petrok's local presence and technical expertise, along with the reliability of WEG products in the market, will facilitate this expansion. Strengthening position in Uganda The expected economic growth from projects like as the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), along with the existi...

As the temperatures cool down and customers begin to prepare for the winter months, Ameren Illinois and Google are joining forces with the Environmental Law and Policy Center to give Ameren Illinois heating customers another helpful way to save energy. Customers can get a Google Nest Thermostat, at no cost with tax and shipping included, thanks to a special promotion that runs through November 30. Approximately half of a typical residential customer’s utility costs go toward heating and c...

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...

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has bestowed its National Training School Instructor of the Year honor to Jim Mundy, President of Asset Protection Associates, who stands as a shining example of dedication, expertise, and inspiration in the field of electronic security and life safety. “My first absolute love is teaching,” says Jim Mundy. “I began teaching when I was twelve years old, starting with archery, then later as a technical instructor in the military, eventua...

Customers throughout central Missouri will begin seeing crews in their neighborhoods as Ameren Missouri installs upgraded electric smart meters. The new meters will replace the current meter system, offering customers more options to tailor energy usage and potentially save money. Crews began working in the Jefferson City area on September 18, and the majority of installations in the area should be complete by spring 2024. Energy usage information “The smart technology upgrades offered...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. developed a very high-efficient 8-channel ELS for the realization of next-generation network switch servers employing CPO for hyperscale data centers and edge data centers. Data traffic has been increasing to support many kinds of IT services such as cloud services and 5G mobile networks. Hyperscale data centers that process big data and edge data centers that realize the low latency for Beyond 5G are faced with the challenge of expanding bandwidth and reducing the p...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, has integrated its solution that brings the power of 3D LiDAR detection, tracking, and classification into Milestone’s XProtect® VMS. Integration as a Force Multiplier The integration directly connects Quanergy’s Q-Track to Milestone’s XProtect® VMS and allows Q-Track to send valuable actionable insights in the form of hyper-accurate alarms/events as well as object location, both relative a...

Pleased to announce the introduction of the new Series ZE Touch Screens! The Series ZE is designed to cater to the diverse demands of modern industries. They showcase an impressive blend of advanced engineering and a user-centric design. Whether it is for industrial automation, communication systems, or food service, this series promises unparalleled performance. The Series ZE is a testament to NKK’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Features of the Series ZE Other notable featur...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced a broad portfolio of product innovations at the NECA 2023 Convention & Trade Show taking place September 29 through October 2 in Philadelphia, PA. Designed to accelerate the new energy landscape, these innovations will support electrical contractors and installers who play a vital role at the forefront of energy efficiency, safety, and sustainability for residential, commercial, an...

Texecom is pleased to announce further investment into the EMEA with 2 key appointments to their sales team. Thomas Vanden Wyngaerdt Joining as Head of EMEA Sales, Thomas Vanden Wyngaerdt comes with 12 years of sales management experience, many of which were spent in the telematics industry. Thomas will oversee the full EMEA sales function and will work closely with the current team, customers, and distribution partners to grow sales of the Texecom range. Customer-centric approach It holds...

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...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announces that an individual Executive Officer’s division of duties will be changed effective October 1, 2023, pursuant to a resolution passed during a regular meeting of the Board of Directors, held on September 28, 2023. The Company also announces a change in division of duties for an individual Executive Officer (Associate) to be taken place on the same date. Details (1) Review of Executive Officer’s Division of Duties (effective October 1...

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...

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as one of America’s Greenest Companies 2024 by Newsweek, market research firm Plant-A Insights Group, and GIST Impact, an impact data and analytics provider. “We are proud to be named one of America’s Greenest Companies 2024,” stated Christopher L. Mapes, Lincoln Electric’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Managing environmental sustainability “Our commitmen...

A second power purchase agreement (PPA) has been signed between Axpo and Sunnic Lighthouse GmbH, the Germany-based energy trading subsidiary of solar developer ENERPARC AG, it was announced. From 1 October 2023, Sunnic will supply 38.4 gigawatt hours (GWh) of solar power a year to Axpo. This equates to the annual electricity needs of around 7,500 households and represents a reduction in CO2 emissions of more than 22,000 tonnes a year. Investment in renewable energies Under the agreement, Sun...

Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, has announced its updated 20-year plan to provide reliable, affordable and resilient energy to its customers. The plan calls for investment in new on-demand energy sources to ensure the long-term stability of the energy grid and accelerated deployment of renewable energy generation. The company’s plan is environmentally responsible and consistent with its sustainability goals. Long-term energy plan focus on customers’ needs Amer...

In October, Plaza Mayor Medellín became the epicenter of renewable energy in Colombia with the celebration of Exposolar Colombia 2023. The Exposolar Colombia 2023 fair will bring together pioneers and professionals from the solar and energy industry from all over the country. sustainability in energy WEG, a silver sponsor, will be present with its innovation and commitment to sustainability in the energy sector. With its participation in Exposolar Colombia 2023, WEG demonstrates its s...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. will start mass production of a DFB laser diode chip with an optical output of 100mW, one of the highest outputs in the industry, from January 2024. As telecommunications traffic increases mainly at data centers following the widespread use of cloud services and the launch of generative AI, transmission speeds are required to further increase from the current 400Gbps to 800Gbps and 1.6Tbps. Single wavelength light source Intensity modulation optical transceivers ar...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider and Light Structures AS, the world supplier of fiber optic condition monitoring systems based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on the development of new methodologies and solutions at the intersection of structural health monitoring and digital twin functionalities. The MOU was signed on 18 September 2023 at DNV’s Asia Pacific Headquarters in Singapore. Brice Le...

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...

The electricity generator YPF Luz has proudly announced the inauguration of Zonda I, the first solar farm in the San Juan town of Bella Vista, Argentina – a project made possible through a partnership with GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), a DNV Company. As part of its decarbonization efforts, YPF Luz has entrusted GPM to monitor and control its inaugural solar asset in Argentina. GPM uses its GPM SCADA (also supplied to 360Energía), and GPM Power Plant Controller (supplied to Huawei), cont...

Intertek, a total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide, has unveiled its new Battery Xcellence Centre in Mestre, Italy. assurance, testing, certification Featuring the latest technologies for battery and energy storage systems testing, paired with unrivaled industry expertise, this new center of excellence will meet the industry’s increasing need for fast and reliable testing, certification, and assurance services. The 500 sqm facility is equipped with state-of-the-art bat...

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, virtualization and the energy transition has heightened the critical need for data center operators to effectively manage technology assets and resource consumption. Intelligent power management company Eaton announced it is helping these operators accelerate digital transformation with its new portfolio of digital solutions designed to further increase uptime, optimize performance and enhance sustainability. The platform, part of Eato...

Retrofitting buildings using a digital-first approach is the best pathway to decarbonization, according to new research from Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Buildings represent an estimated 37% of global carbon emissions, and as about half of today’s buildings are still likely to be in use in 2050, the sector must urgently reduce operational carbon emissions, by making buildings more energy efficient. Electric-powered alt...

Axpo and globally renowned industrial chemicals manufacturer - Nobian have signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) in the Netherlands, the companies have announced. The PPA will see Axpo provide solar power to Nobian’s operations at Delfzijl from a facility developed by WIRCON, a large and growing international solar energy developer. Under the 15-year agreement, Axpo will procure 17 GWh of renewable energy annually from a WIRCON solar park in the Netherlands and deliver it to N...

More than 600 solar panels are now generating renewable energy at Ameren Missouri’s Jefferson District Operating Center in House Springs, Missouri. The panels are part of the company’s plan to enhance reliability and provide smarter energy infrastructure across the state. Energy generated by the panels will be put on the grid for the entire community. Generating renewable energy “Solar installments such as this one in Jefferson County are important because they are helping...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that certain provisions of an ISO9001 certification of the company’s Itami Works (Amagasaki-city, Hyogo Prefecture), which had been withdrawn on July 27, 2022, were re-certified effective September 6, 2023, following a reassessment by LRQA Limited. Notification from the LRQA was received on September 20, 2023. Notice Received from LRQA on September 20, 2023 Scope of recertification on September 6, 2023: Certification: ISO 9001:2015 / JIS...

Siemens and the electric vehicle (EV) charging platform provider - Monta have partnered to facilitate the expansion of charging infrastructure across Europe. Siemens will use Monta’s Charge Point Management System to manage its fleet and charging points, as well as to serve customers with a fully-fledged solution for EV charging at work, in public, and at home, enabling high availability. one-stop-shop solutions provider The partnership enables Siemens to become a one-stop-shop solution...

This National Drive Electric Week, Ameren Missouri is announcing that more than 160 electric vehicle (EV) charging ports have been installed across its Missouri service territory so far in 2023 thanks to more than 40 businesses participating in the company’s Charge Ahead program. “The Charge Ahead program has stimulated the development of EV charging station infrastructure within our service area,” said Greg Lovett, manager of energy services at Ameren Missouri. “These n...

Prysmian Group, the pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, will be a Platinum Sponsor at Connected Britain 2023, the UK’s most important connectivity event taking place in London on September 20-21.  The event will be an opportunity for the various industry pioneers to exchange views with respect to the challenges and critical issues facing the steady growth of recent years, as well as to discuss new opportunities and the ability to meet the ever-increasing demand....