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...

Sensata Technologies announces the launch of its Gigavac GTM400 and GTM500 bidirectional contactors for applications up to 1500 Vdc and 400A and 500A. The new contactors are ideal for high-power applications that require reliable switching and DC circuit protection like energy storage systems, DC fast charging stations, and heavy-duty vehicles. The new GTM series excel in performance compared to competition, offering: Increased current carry capability (reduced size and weight, increased ba...

BT and Johnson Controls announced a new collaboration to help business customers in the UK and internationally benefit from smart building technology to digitally monitor, analyze, and optimize energy use in workplaces. sustainable building management Buildings from offices to factories can all benefit, helping customers reach Net Zero faster while reducing operating costs. The global leaders in their respective fields will build on their extensive expertise in sustainable building management...

At the EMO 2023 event, Siemens is expanding its range of products and services with the "Digital Native" CNC Sinumerik One. The new CNC generation from Siemens, which was launched on the market in 2019, comes with numerous innovations in software and hardware. Sinumerik V6.22 With the new Sinumerik software version V6.22, there are new technology functions for the Sinumerik One that increase transparency in the machine, simplify operation, reduce machine wear, and increase performance. This...

The sensor solutions provider - HENSOLDT has received a follow-up order from the American L3Harris (formerly Viasat) for the delivery of high-performance electronics that will optimize NATO data links and thus the networking of individual troop units. The contract, worth a high single-digit million amount, covers the manufacture and delivery of a further 100 power amplifiers for the MIDS LVT (Multifunctional Information Distribution System, Low Volume Terminal) data radio system of the US and E...

PETRONAS, Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari), Amazon, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) will collaborate in an effort to intensify their sustainability and decarbonization initiatives in the accelerated global energy transition. low-carbon energy solutions This aligns with PETRONAS’ commitment to deliver affordable, low-carbon energy solutions, while concurrently reducing the emissions intensity of its operations.  Leveraging Gentari’s expertise in clean energy solutions, the move also su...

Axpo is pushing forward with its solar offensive in Switzerland, which was launched in 2022, and is planning to build an approximately 15-MWp ground-mounted installation in Ilanz/Glion in the canton of Graubünden. According to current planning, the plant is expected to generate around 22 gigawatt hours of sustainable electricity per year, a significant amount of which will be generated in the cold winter months. The project is intended to be a model of how nature, leisure activities and en...

TE Connectivity (TE), a pioneer in connectivity and sensors, brings new insulation piercing connectors to market to further support accelerated solar farm implementation. The Solar IPC (SIPC) assemblies support customers in responding with agility to changes that arise during the solar farm rollout phase and help save time and labor during installation. Specially engineered and designed for solar use, these robust SIPC assemblies complement TE’s existing Customizable Trunk Solution (CTS)...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announces that it has begun taking orders for Schneider Home, a first-of-its-kind integrated home energy management solution that makes homes more efficient and resilient. Unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January, this award-winning solution provides energy independence automating energy production, storage, measurement, and control – all from a single, easy-to-use app....

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...

Ricardo, a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company, has developed the Ranger HEX, a 6x6 vehicle conversion designed to offer a significant improvement in payload of up to 3,800kg over the harshest of terrains.  It comes with a hybrid drivetrain to maintain performance and improve fuel consumption.   Ranger HEX benefits This new conversion benefits from Ricardo’s expertise and experience in creating high-quality, cost-effective special vehicles...

Grainger (GWW), the major broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, has announced the appointment of Matt Fortin as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective Wednesday, September 13, 2023. With this appointment, he will join the Grainger Leadership Team. “With nearly two decades of experience in roles across Grainger, Matt brings an innate understanding of our business and our diverse team membe...

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...

Quanergy Solutions, a provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, has established a strategic partnership with PowerStack, the global pioneer of off-grid smart power poles. This collaboration provides a seamlessly integrated solution uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by remote critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centers, and more. Physical security solutions Often located in remote areas without access to power or running infrastructure, th...

Prysmian Group, the pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract worth around €630 million by Terna Rete Italia S.p.A., a company fully owned by Terna S.p.A., the Italian power grid operator (TSO). The Adriatic Link project includes the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of an HVDC submarine interconnection which will contribute to de-carbonize Italy’s energy system, thus reinforcing Italy’s role as the Mediterranean en...

Clean energy solutions provider - Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari) via its wholly-owned subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) charging network into Sarawak in partnership with Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB). The first charging points in the state are located at Kuching’s ICOM Square, a strategic lifestyle location with easy access to malls, restaurants and office buildings. Gentari’s EV roaming network Accessible 24/7, the charging service will b...

The energy sector must overcome a lack of trust in artificial intelligence (AI) before the technology can be effectively used to accelerate the energy transition, a DNV report has found.  Based on interviews with senior representatives from energy companies across the United Kingdom, DNV’s research determined that while AI is already being used across the sector, companies are largely cautious of its new and unestablished uses. Interviews with senior reps from UK energy companies I...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Kei Uruma, “Mitsubishi Electric”) and EVERCOMM SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. (Headquarters: Singapore, CEO: Chen Chiu-Hao, “Evercomm”) jointly announced that they have entered into a cooperative agreement to develop and market solutions that support carbon neutrality in the manufacturing sector. As part of the agreement, Mitsubishi Electric will take an equity stake in Evercomm to solidify the tie...

An energy sector expert has highlighted the importance of decentralized energy solutions for countering power scarcity, following reports the grid is at full capacity in one of the Netherlands’ major provinces. flexible approach Journalists from De Telegraaf have revealed that Enexis is expected to disclose the network in Overijssel will be locked for new connections and expansions. According to Chris Rason, Managing Director of Aggreko Energy Services, the difficulties faced in Holland...

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...

Sensata Technologies’ electromechanical fuse for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), the GigaFuse, and its Antifreeze Pressure Sensor for Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCVs), have been recognized as two of 34 finalists in Automotive News’ 2023 PACE Awards. The award nominations underscore the company's commitment to innovation and its significant contributions to shaping the future of automotive technology. Sensata’s GigaFuse is the world’s only hermetically sealed electromechanica...

Global technology, software, and engineering pioneer Emerson will exhibit its Floor to Cloud™ packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, September 11-13, 2023. As the future of automation, Floor-to-cloud solutions empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to continuously improve plant productivity, sustainability, and safety. Floor to Cloud portfolio Visitors to South Lower Hall, Booth 6107, can view highlights from the compreh...

CharIN launches a Wireless Power Transfer Taskforce initiated by Siemens AG, WiTricity Corporation, and MAHLE. The Taskforce aims to drive the adoption and standardization of wireless charging solutions for electric vehicles worldwide to enable seamless wireless charging experiences. Industry experts are invited to participate. The Taskforce will start in September. Wireless Power Transfer Taskforce The founding of the Wireless Power Transfer Taskforce stems from the need to enable seamless w...

Prysmian Group, the pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, signed a capacity reservation agreement for a fee of up to €90 million with Marinus Link Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of the Australian TSO TasNetworks, for a new power interconnector between Tasmania and Victoria, Australia. The agreement includes Commonwealth Government underwriting a capacity reservation fee of up to €90 million and Prysmian Group’s continued capacity availability until the execution of t...

The High Sheriffs Fund was created to support community groups and charities within the county. The fund managed by the Shropshire Community Foundation was an initiative launched between the Foundation and the previous High Sheriff of Shropshire, Selina Graham. Aico as an Investor has donated over £30,000 to the High Sheriffs Fund, which will provide small grants to support projects working to engage with young people and especially to reduce the attractiveness of crime. Aico, an investo...

DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has launched a Joint Industry Project (JIP) to prompt a significant leap forward in maintenance practices in the Solar PV industry.  With the remarkable growth of Solar PV, DNV forecasts an annual addition of between 300 and 500 GW from 2030 onwards, resulting in a staggering 9.5 TW of total installed capacity by mid-century. However, running a PV plant profitably is a significant challenge, particularly when it comes to maintenanc...

Screwfix, the omnichannel retailer, is proud to announce that 85% of its logistics fleet now refuels with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), as part of its bold sustainability initiative to eliminate carbon emissions. Led by the Screwfix Logistics Team in partnership with its logistics partner Wincanton PLC, the business launched a trial in 2022, involving 48 heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) operating from the Screwfix distribution center in Lichfield, Staffordshire. HVO specification fuel HVO redu...

The world of Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) is a complex place and this article provides with a basic understanding. DGA on oil samples DGA is the only way to understand the operational condition of any oil filled electrical asset. When an asset suffers a thermal fault such as Partial Discharge, Heating or Arcing activity the fault generation releases gases that are dissolved and held within the oil sample. By taking regular (annual) oil samples these markers can be assessed, quantified and mon...

Delmar DivINe’s latest contribution to St. Louis begins every day as soon as the sun rises over the horizon. New solar panels, installed by Ameren Missouri, are now generating renewable energy on the nonprofit campus’ parking lot in the West End. “We want Delmar DivINe to be a catalyst for community development and social improvement north of Delmar Boulevard,” said Jorge Riopedre, Executive Director at Delmar DivINe, adding “Our partnership with Ameren Missouri wi...