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Tingshan Frequency Converter Station of Hangzhou Flexible Low Frequency Transmission Pilot Project has been officially put into operation. It is the first time in the world to realize 220kV voltage level power frequency and low frequency controllable transformation. Flexible low-frequency transmission is a new type of AC transmission technology whose frequency is lower than the power frequency, which can effectively improve the transmission capacity, distance and efficiency of transmission line...

Recently, Baihetan - Zhejiang ± 800kV UHV DC transmission project (referred as "Baizhe project") has been completed, and put into operation. The BaiZhe Project is a major clean energy project to promote the energy structure adjustment, energy conservation and emission reduction. It shoulders the strategic mission of delivering the power of the world's second largest hydropower station which is Baihetan hydropower station. New power giant dragon The project starts from Jinsha River conv...

Rethinking filtration: with BECO® Helix depth filter cartridges, Eaton's Filtration Division introduces a completely new approach to liquid filtration. These innovative depth filter cartridges provide a double depth filtration effect, significantly higher particle-holding capacity, and a longer service-life compared to other pleated depth filter cartridges. This performance is made possible by the unique helix wrapping of the pleated polypropylene (PP) fleece layers. BECO Helix d...

Siemens is ramping up investments in the U.S. to support and benefit from America’s industrial tech growth. “The industrial tech sector is the basis to boost manufacturing in America and there’s no company more prepared than Siemens to make this future a reality for customers from small and medium sized enterprises to industrial giants,” said Roland Busch, President and CEO of Siemens AG. Recent investments of Altair The $285 million investment is expected to create ov...

Siemens is presenting its new developments in industrial automation and digitalization for the intralogistics industry at this year's Logimat. Faced with global challenges like labor shortages, growing sustainability requirements, and demographic change, the technology company is introducing innovative automation and digitalization solutions that increase efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability in intralogistics. Siemens Xcelerator ecosystem Siemens shows in a highlight showcase how the...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company and pioneer in Digital Engineering, announced availability of technology accelerators that significantly reduce time to market of custom Over-The-Top (OTT) applications by as much as 30 to 50 percent. This is accomplished through the development of advanced solution accelerators for application development and testing across all major mainstream OTT platforms. GlobalLogic delivers this capability through a software engineering team with deep expertise i...

The surge in demand for Category 3 Control fire performance cables used in critical situations can only help to meet safety compliance requirements, says pioneering cable supplier AEI Cables. The systems powered by these cables – including smoke and heat extraction systems – assist fire services in firefighting and a safe evacuation in the case of life safety. Selection and installation of cables AEI Cables has been highlighting the importance of following the technical guidance f...

On April 14, GlobalLogic Ukraine organized the largest Eastern European technical conference on software development, Root Linux Conference 2018. Hosted in Kyiv, the conference focused on Linux, Embedded, and Automotive topics and featured 20 speakers from all across Europe, including representatives from prominent organizations such as Cisco, Citrix, DENX, Intel, Linaro, Samsung, and SUSE Linux. Root Linux brought together nearly 400 open-source developers and embedded engineers from 16 Ukrain...

Ameren Illinois proposed an ambitious plan to help its residential and business customers further reduce their energy usage, lower their carbon footprint, and save on their monthly energy bills. The plan submitted to the Illinois Commerce Commission targets 1,122 GWh of electric savings through energy efficiency upgrades from 2026 to 2029, which is expected to save customers over $2 billion over the life of the upgrades. Electric and gas efficiency programs Ameren Illinois will invest $1...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Mennekes are partnering to simplify and improve power distribution planning for eMobility charging infrastructure. As part of this collaboration, Mennekes is the first partner to join the Simaris software ecosystem, giving electrical planners access to Mennekes’ industrial eMobility portfolio. Steps promoting electromobility Simaris planning tools help electrical planners dimension the electrical power distribution The Simaris planning tools help electr...

LOVATO Electric expands its range of variable speed drives with the new VLG3 series, with a three-phase power supply 380…480VAC 50/60Hz. The range includes sizes from 0.4 to 22kW and integrates an EMC filter and a braking chopper as standard. The compact enclosure allows side-by-side installation, with the possibility of mounting on a DIN rail or with screws. 7-segment LED display On the front of the drive, there is a keypad with a 7-segment LED display for configuration, a potentiom...

Naturgy will supply renewable gas to Aena to boost the decarbonization of its airport network. The agreement reached by the two companies includes the supply of some 83 GWh of natural gas over the next two years, of which at least 20 GWh will be biomethane, with which the airport manager will significantly reduce its emissions linked to thermal energy consumption and make progress in decarbonization by consuming sustainable and competitive energy. The biomethane supplied to Aena will be produce...

Recently, the “Lishui Hydro-photovoltaic hydrogen production Biomass Near Zero Carbon Energy Pilot Project " was officially put into operation, which is the first rural hydrogen energy ecological project in China. NR has provided PCS-9150 PRO distributed control system (DCS) for this project, which can carry out the integrated and coordinated control of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolytic hydrogen production, solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and methanation device, realizing the e...

GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in digital product engineering, announces that the post-acquisition integration of Meelogic Consulting GmbH is complete. GlobalLogic will launch the combined organization’s service offerings through the introduction of the GlobalLogic website for Germany. As the newest addition to the GlobalLogic portfolio, now known as GlobalLogic Germany GmbH, the group primarily focuses on automotive, healthcare and medical technology serving customers in Germany and g...

In need of industrial control components? NOARK Electric’s Ex9RCA Safety Control Relays are the ideal solution for protecting the power systems. What are Safety Control Relays? Safety control relays are like the unsung heroes of industrial safety. They act as the gatekeepers of machinery and equipment, ensuring everything runs smoothly and, most importantly, safely. These devices monitor and control the flow of electricity to prevent hazardous situations by detecting abnormal conditions...

The Assmann Group, a global solution provider for high-quality server, network and peripheral infrastructure products, announces news for the network cabinets of the Unique series: The product line of the Digitus own brand now scores with an even higher maximum load capacity, a swivel handle with integrated lock and other new features. Assmann assembles all its network and server cabinets in Germany and guarantees high delivery availability and just-in-time deliveries at all times, thanks to a...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure and DOMO Chemicals, a provider of sustainable polyamide solutions, announces a significant milestone in their joint effort to promote sustainable practices in the electrical industry. DOMO Chemicals has successfully developed and validated a new, high-performance TECHNYL® 4EARTH® polyamide 6 (PA6) material to be used for Siemens applications, which incorporates recycled content and advanced flame-retardant technology. Commercial electrical installations S...

A special thematic workshop focused on the status and prospects for fusion energy convened at the IEA’s headquarters, alongside the official meeting of the IEA's Committee on Energy Research and Technology (CERT). The event brought together representatives from academia and industry to share perspectives on fusion energy with CERT members, who represent IEA member governments. With more than 30 participants attending in-person, and an additional 40 joining online, the workshop addressed...

As Women in Construction Week kicks off on March 3, Canyon State Electric (CSE) is proud to celebrate the hard-working women who are creating lasting change in the industry. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, only 11% of workers in construction are women—but that number is steadily climbing as women build thriving careers in the trades.  NCCER-accredited apprenticeship program The program has drawn young women who are thriving in a career dominated by men Last summer, CSE launch...

Naturgy contributed 10,797 GWh of renewable energy to the Spanish electricity system last year, which represents an 11% increase compared to the previous year. Broken down by technology, solar increased its production by 27%, hydropower by 15% and wind by 6%. This increase in production was accompanied by an increase in installed capacity in Spain, with 271 MW of new capacity, an increase of more than 5% compared to 2023, taking the country’s operational capacity to 5.3 GW. Solar powe...

Efforts to expand and modernize electricity transmission grids around the world face mounting challenges as supply chain bottlenecks intensify, according to a new IEA report. Prices and procurement times for essential components like power transformers and cables have almost doubled in four years, creating significant hurdles for grid developers. The report, Building the Future Transmission Grid: Strategies to Navigate Supply Chain Challenges, highlights that developing transmission infrastruc...

GlobalLogic is organizing the third consecutive automotive conference hosting prominent experts. They proudly present Szczecin as an automotive competence center, and local IT outsourcing companies (ITO) as appealing employers. The event is dedicated to Embedded Technology engineers, IT engineers, IT students, and automotive enthusiasts. Latest automotive trends Latest automotive trends and technologies that will define the future of the automation industry During this year’s event, th...

GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in digital product engineering, announced that Silicon Valley Human Resources (HR) expert, Amy Hanlon-Rodemich, has joined the company as Chief People Officer (CPO).  In this role, Ms. Hanlon-Rodemich will be responsible for all of GlobalLogic’s HR functions globally. She replaces Bonnie Helton, who is set to retire this year, capping off an amazing career as an HR pioneer, and four years of dedicated service as GlobalLogic’s Chief Human Resources Of...

From September 20th to 21st, Hitachi will hold the Hitachi Social Innovation Forum 2023 Japan, the largest event of the Hitachi Group, as a place to create opportunities for collaborative creation with customers and partners. The event will be held at Tokyo Big Sight. In addition to a Keynote session on Hitachi's management vision by President and CEO of Hitachi, Keiji Kojima, the Forum will showcase over 60 programs that include Special sessions to discuss various fields and business trends wi...

GlobalLogic Japan was established in April 2022. The work of the company is to investigate and implement team structure and processes that will enable customers in Japan to accelerate their digital businesses and pursue DX successfully. This article describes the team structure and processes that combine the innovative knowledge and methodologies of GlobalLogic, a pioneer in design-led digital engineering, with the extensive business track record of Hitachi, Ltd., and the business understanding...

MILWAUKEE® continues its commitment to delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity on job sites with the launch of the MX FUEL™ Fast Charger. Identifying the importance of driving productivity on the job site, this charger addresses the need for efficient charging solutions that keep users moving without interruption. the MX FUEL™ Fast Charger Another key feature of the MX FUEL™ Fast Charger is its active cooling technology, COOL-CYCLE™ The MX F...

NOARK Electric going to dive into the phenomenon of arc flash and the need for its mitigation. Now, people might be wondering, “What on earth is arc flash?” By the end of this blog post, they’ll have a clear understanding of what it is and why it’s important to mitigate the impact. What is Arc Flash Reduction? According to NEC Article 240.87, arc energy reduction is required for circuit breaker applications of ratings 1200A and above. The requirement from the code incl...

In Phoenix, AZ, solar panels are a smart investment, but they must be protected with the right warranty. For homeowners and business owners in Maricopa County, knowing the ins and outs of residential solar panel warranties and commercial solar panel warranties can save money and headaches. Learn about the various warranty types and terms of their transferability, helping them make informed choices about the solar energy solutions. Trust Harmon Solar for expert advice and support, ensuring...

A contactor is an electromechanical switch used to switch an electrical power circuit. Unlike manual switches, contactors can be handled remotely and are developed to handle high currents, making them essential in many industrial applications. Their most common application involves control of electric motors. Other applications include lighting, heating, capacitor banks, and other electrical loads.  In the world of industrial automation, overseeing the direction of electric motors is nece...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has signed an agreement with HD Renewable Energy Co., Ltd., a Taipei-based developer and operator of solar power and battery storage systems, to collaborate on initiatives that will help realize carbon neutrality. As part of their collaboration, the companies will establish an aggregation business joint venture and Mitsubishi Electric will acquire a stake in HD Renewable Energy. Profitability of power generation Amid rising fuel costs and glob...