Electrical Industry News for April 2025
Cuvée Systems announces its DRW-NLT series of compact LED drivers that offers superior performance for small to medium sized lighting fixtures, such as down lights, track lights, spot lights and wall sconces. This new series is suitable for dry or damp locations, is incredibly compact in size, offers a world class flicker-free design ensuring the percent flicker is less than 3% over the entire dimming range, and includes Cuvée Systems’ GloStart feature, which turns the ligh...
An isolator is a mechanical switch designed to completely disconnect a part of an electrical system from the power source for safety purposes. Its primary function is to isolate electrical circuits for maintenance or repair by ensuring there is no residual voltage or current present in the isolated section. Isolators are often used in high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems to provide a visible break in the circuit, indicating that it is safe to work on. IEC 60947-3 functions...
C&S introduces Track Busway MB series under Metabar Range for Low Voltage Power Busbar Solutions for 250A & 400A in various ratings. Application Track Busway finds application in power distribution solutions, replacing cables for horizontal distribution. The above product will provide power distribution solutions in the following segments: Data Centers solutions, IT Parks. Process Plants, Manufacturing Industries. Benefits Unique open channel system allows Plug In Boxes to be...
Recently, the entire system test of the world's first DC self-recovery energy dissipation device undertaken by NR was successfully completed and witnessed by experts, which laid a solid foundation for the engineering application of DC controllable self-recovery energy dissipation device. NR undertook the system integration design and complete supply of pole II DC controllable self-recovery energy dissipation device for Baihetan Jiangsu ± 800kV UHV DC transmission project. Advantages of...
The first 50MVar renewable energy distributed synchronous condenser in China successfully completed 168 hour trial operation in 330kV Xuming substation and was officially put into operation recently. This also marks the successful delivery of NR’s first distributed synchronous condenser protection & control system, which will escort the output of clean energy in Qinghai for a long time in the future and contribute to the realization of China's carbon neutral goal. NR's First di...
Recently, the wind power frequency modulation system developed by NR has completed the commissioning and performance verification test in CGN Daishan 516MW offshore wind farm. The test results show that the primary frequency modulation performance of the system is excellent. The successful application indicates that NR frequency modulation technology has taken another step forward. Primary frequency modulation of renewable energy Offshore wind power has large installed capacity and strong pow...
On August 7, 2021, PCS-8910 fast switching voltage sag control independently developed by NR was officially put into operation in Shandong Jingbo petrochemical. The formal commissioning of the project marks another major application of power grid voltage sag control in the industrial field. The fastest voltage stabilization time is less than 10ms, effectively reducing enterprise production accidents caused by voltage sag and improving the power supply reliability of power grid. Voltage sag / V...
On August 6, 2021, Electric Miles are unlocking a new way to charge their users' vehicles in a smarter way by integrating with the largest car manufacturers in the world. Get in touch with Electric Miles to hear how they can support drivers to charge smarter. Supported car manufacturers include: Audi BMW Jaguar Kia Mini Nissan Renault Tesla
Recently, NR successfully won the bid for Mongolia's first photovoltaic (PV) energy storage microgrid project, providing containerized energy storage PCS solution to help Mongolia expand the application of renewable energy. In Mongolia, the power supply mainly depends on coal-fired power generation and electricity import. Mongolia is gradually expanding the application of clean energy power generation to gradually reduce electricity import and greenhouse gas emissions. Construction of advanced...
On June 28, 2021, the first batch of units of the Baihetan Hydropower Station on the Jinsha River was successfully completed the 72 hour trial operation and officially put into commercial operation, which is the world's largest hydropower project under construction with the highest single unit capacity. As the main secondary equipment supplier, NR provides a complete set of key equipment for the project, such as generator transformer unit protection, switchyard protection, information managemen...
On June 26, 2021, after 168 hours of trial operation, Yazhong Jiangxi ±800 kV HVDC transmission project was officially put into operation. NR provides a complete set of core equipment for the project, such as UHV converter valve, protection & control, valve cooling, synchronous condenser secondary system, measurement and fire protection system, etc. Yazhong Jiangxi ± 800kV HVDC transmission project Yazhong Jiangxi project starts from Yanyuan County, Sichuan Province, passes...
Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of a new high efficacy family of 3030 Mid-Power LEDs designed for high-performance general lighting and horticulture applications. These new MP-3030-120H ultra high-performance LEDs provide low thermal resistance, up to 226 lumens/Watt, high PPF/W, and CRI options of 80, 90 and 95 minimum. In addition, they are compatible with standard SMT reflow solder process and are RoHs and REACH compliant. High volume orders Customers who...
Recently, NR successfully won the bid for DC traction protection of Snow mountain rail line 1, the first rail transit line in Lijiang, China. Lijiang snow mountain rail line 1 is located in Yulong County, south of Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain. It starts from the tourist center station in the South and ends at Yulong Snow Mountain Station in the north, with a total length of 20.5km. Passenger flow distribution points It connects the main tourist attractions and passenger flow distribution poi...
According to a report in a pioneering magazine, the number of people getting affected by the illnesses caused by bacteria and germs is rising each year. Do they know that electrical switches are a breeding ground for germs and bacteria? They commonly spread through contact, which can even occur when they touch an already contaminated switch, putting the family at a health risk. People are realizing the importance of prevention and thus switching to antibacterial switches for the complete...
On April 20, 2021, with the smooth completion of the rated power operation test, the 150 kV / 60 MVar STATCOM, which is installed in the power transmission network of INDEPENDENT POWER TRANSMISSION OPERATOR S.A. (Greek TSO. Hereinafter referred to as “IPTO”), was officially put into operation. The STATCOM project is an important supporting project of Crete-Peloponnese interconnection phase I project of IPTO. Containerized STATCOM solution The interconnection project will realize t...
On April 20, 2021, NR Electric has successfully energized the SVC project of MAN station in West Africa. Four west African countries (Cote d’Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea) cross-border electricity link (Abbreviated as “CLSG”), starts from MAN station in Cote d’Ivoire, passes through Liberia and Sierra Leone, and ends at Linsan station in Guinea. The project connects 12 substations in four countries,with a total length of 1303 km. The CLSG project will support...
On April 14, 2021, the 10th Energy Storage International Summit and exhibition (ESIE 2021), the annual grand meeting of China Energy Storage Alliance, was held in Beijing National Convention Center. Huaneng Mengcheng wind power 40MW / 40MWh energy storage project, NR worked as EPC for this project, won the "Top 10 Energy Storage Application 2021” award. The international energy storage innovation competition is a large-scale public competition for the authoritative evaluation of energy st...
It’s imperative to observe standards and regulations while planning power supply requirements. Continuous supply of energy is an essential prerequisite for modern building projects. Cutting to the ease, busbars are cost-effective and easily configurable, making them almost perfect for construction. A busbar is a rigid piece of copper or aluminum, bolted or housed inside switchgear, panel boards, and busway enclosures for local high-current power distribution. Advantages of the...
Luminus Devices has expanded its portfolio of ultra-high-power infrared (IR) LEDs with a new product line that addresses the rapid expansion of life sciences, medical, machine vision, and industrial applications. The Luminus CBM-90-IRD LEDs come in three peak wavelengths – 780nm, 850nm, and 940nm – and deliver unmatched radiometric power in a compact package platform that is well-suited for fiber-coupled applications. Optical light engine These newly-introduced IR products are b...
On March 4, the donation ceremony for the demo system of NR Electric new generation PCS-S series protection products was held in Kafue Gorge, Zambia national electric power training center. Kaela Siame, director of the training center, and 15 engineers attended the event. At the ceremony Kaela Siame said, the work and study of the engineers had been greatly affected as epidemic was still in the critical period of prevention and control. The arrival of the demo system, a new generation of...
Industrial and multiphase plugs and sockets provide a connection to the electrical mains rated at higher voltages and currents than household plugs and sockets. They are generally used in polyphase systems, with high currents, or when protection from environmental hazards is required. Industrial outlets may have weatherproof covers, waterproofing sleeves, or may be interlocked with a switch to prevent accidental disconnection of an energized plug. Construction and Color Coding Plugs...
GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in Digital Product Engineering, announces that it has acquired ECS Group, a digital transformation and DevOps consultancy. Headquartered in London, ECS delivers digital solutions that harness the latest cloud technologies, with a focus on Digital Engineering, Data Analytics and Customer Experience. The company serves multiple industries, with particular expertise in the banking and financial services sector. Cloud-centric offerings With the acquisition of ECS, Glob...
GlobalLogic Inc, a pioneer in Digital Product Engineering, announced that Rajaram (Raj) Radhakrishnan has joined the company as Chief Revenue Officer. Mr. Radhakrishnan will be responsible for the strategy and execution of GlobalLogic’s unified go-to-market to drive the company’s next growth phase. The decision to introduce the CRO role comes as GlobalLogic continues to exceed current business goals and seeks to maintain that trajectory as it approaches the billion-dollar revenue m...
On August 28, 2020, all tests of Guangxi Baise 60MW Thyristor Controlled Braking Resistor (TCBR) supplied by NR Electric were completed and put into commercial operation. The successful operation of the system adds an effective flexible control method for power grid stability control. TCBR TCBR is a kind of power electronic equipment based on FACTs technology Thyristor Controlled Braking Resistor (TCBR) is a kind of power electronic equipment based on FACTs technology. It can participate in...
Recently, Albasa station in Ethiopia, one of the first batch of microgrid projects of the World Bank ‘lighting Africa’, has been successfully put into operation. A steady stream of electricity continues to be delivered to the surrounding remote villages, bringing light to the local people. The World Bank’s ‘lighting Africa’ microgrid project aims to provide better, cleaner and safer off grid energy for remote villages and suburban towns, and promote African economi...
On August 12, 2020, the magnetically controlled shunt reactor (MCSR) of Inner Mongolia 500 kV Bazhong substation supplied by NR Electric completed all tests and was officially put into operation. The successful operation of the system further consolidates the leading advantage of NR in the field of MCSR application. Magnetically controlled shunt reactor (MCSR) The magnetically controlled shunt reactor (MCSR) can adjust the DC current of the control winding, change the reactance value and reac...
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed acute pressure on businesses and organizations across nearly every sector. With regulations and recommendations changing like an ever-moving target, ECSI can help by adding an extra layer of protection to any facility and help to protect their most valuable assets – their human assets. TAURI+ReAX Temperature-Check Tablet It provides alerts when a person is running a high temperature within 1 second Introducing the TAURI+ReAX Temperature-Check Tabl...
GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in Digital Product Engineering, announces its collaboration with K4Connect, a mission-driven technology company that integrates the best in technology to serve and empower older adults and those living with disabilities. GlobalLogic initially partnered with K4Connect’s in-house app team in 2019 to support development of its new K4Community Plus resident-facing application that is part of the company’s holistic Smart Senior Living Community solution. K4...
MCBs or Miniature Circuit Breakers are protective electromagnetic devices that act as a switch in a circuit. They automatically open the circuit whenever they sense the current passing over the circuit has crossed a certain limit or value. The device can also be used as a normal on and off switch manually. Time delay tripping devices MCBs are also known as time delay tripping devices, which trip and shut down the system whenever there is an overcurrent flowing for a longer per...
On June 11, 2020, NR Electric successfully put into operation the 275/33kV substation EPC project of Malaysia Samalaju Industrial Park. The project is an important part of the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE) in Sarawak, Malaysia. Industrial and economic development The substation will supply power for the MPAS plant, making a vital contribution to the local industrial The substation will supply power for the MPAS plant, the largest phosphorus chemical enterprise in Malaysia, and...