Chile Electrical Industry News

Electrification is gathering pace, moving from a mobility-focused trend into a catalyst for broader engineering and manufacturing change. As manufacturers, systems integrators and designers look beyond combustion and hydraulic technologies, this brings fresh demands on supply chains, productivity and design principles. Here, Simon Farnfield, event director at Advanced Engineering, explores the impact of electrification and the challenges facing the engineering community as they make the t...

Hill Electric Vice President, David Wolke, recently had the opportunity to sit down with Adam Hoots and The Lean Builder team to discuss the importance of two things that Hill Electric Company takes very seriously: transparency and preparation.  After walking through his experience in the electrical building industry, David shared his insights on how being transparent with both clients and employees is not only morally right, but also leads to a more trusting, engaged, and productive team....

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released findings from its third annual industry survey conducted at the NFPA 2025 Conference & Expo, the premier conference for fire, electrical, and life safety professionals.  The survey highlights how people across the skilled trades are viewing industry changes and where their fields are headed, against the backdrop of persistent labor shortages and growing demands fueled by infrastructure investment and technological advancement. R...

Emerson has announced the new PACSystems RX3i CPS400 Safety Controller, designed to enable Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL2) strategies for infrastructure, fire and gas, burner management systems, and other emergency shutdown systems. The PACSystems Safety Controller is a compact, high-performance solution with robust security measures and a scalable architecture with 2,000 available I/O points, ideal for complex projects with evolving requirements. As project automation becomes more sophistic...

As the world’s first professional platform dedicated to the electric heating industry in the Southeast Asian market, this exhibition is themed “Green Energy · Heating the Future.” It integrates the entire industry chain, combining technologies, policy resources, and market demand to create an international event featuring exhibitions, business matchmaking, and technical exchange. The exhibition is expected to attract 400+ exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions,...

Callidus Wholesale became CleanTech Wholesale, dominating the UK's energy revolution by empowering installers with a frictionless supply chain using technology. The rebrand is a strategic move to position the company as a champion for the independent, ambitious professionals who are the true future of the renewable energy sector. For decades, the energy distribution industry has been defined by slow, impersonal corporations - the old guard. CleanTech Wholesale is built to dismantle that syste...

LOVATO Electric is committed to the maintenance of social, environmental, and management standards of the highest level. The policies and measures they have adopted are aimed at achieving the “Sustainable Development Objectives” set out in the United Nations Agenda 2030. Enactment of sustainability policies The implementation of sustainability policies is extended to every person to promote The implementation of sustainability policies is extended to every person to promote the a...

The Naturgy Shareholders’ General Meeting approved all items submitted to vote on the agenda with widespread support. These include the company's launching of a voluntary and partial takeover bid to buy back its own shares. This is intended to raise the free float level on the stock exchange. The operation will be carried out at a price of €26.5 per share and is limited to 10% of the capital. The takeover bid has the backing of Naturgy’s five key shareholders (Criteria, GIP,...

As the race for the best AI technology heats up, manufacturers are turning to liquid immersion cooling to stabilize the servers of the future. While this technology provides far superior cooling properties compared to traditional fans, it also brings a new set of challenges, particularly around maintenance. Server blades are packed extremely tightly in a small space and immersed in liquid coolant, which can make it difficult to remove a single blade for service. Introducing the RA Rack Attach...

Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is excited to announce the launch of its new “Pay As You Go” program, providing Louisiana customers with a convenient way to manage their electricity payments.  The Pay As You Go program, which starts today, allows customers to pay for electricity in advance, similar to adding funds to a gift card. This approach helps customers avoid surprise bills by deducting energy usage from their prepaid balance, with reminders to add funds when...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced that Daniela Williams will join its executive leadership team as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), bringing a proven track record of driving growth for global organizations. In her new role, Williams will be setting the strategic direction for talent acquisition and management at Franklin Electric, overseeing all aspects of employee relations, compensation, benefits, development, and compliance. She will serve on the Company’s executive leaders...

ENR Midwest completed its assessment of eligible projects for its Best Projects Awards, and the Delta Energy Park, a significant project for Newkirk Electric, was named winner of the Energy/Industrial category. Newkirk Electric partnered with Barton Malow and the Lansing Board of Water and Light to complete this impressive new 250MW natural gas-fired power plant. The Delta Energy Park was one of the most significant projects in Newkirk’s 60+ year history. Non-process package Multiple d...

MILWAUKEE® introduces the newest addition to its charging range, the M12™-M18™ Gangbox charger, designed for charging in gangboxes and steel storage. The M12™-M18™ Gangbox Charger is uniquely designed for users working out of gangboxes and other steel storage spaces on job sites. This charger offers tool-free mounting, with a strong magnetic base or cleat, allowing users to mount the charger in multiple different orientations, maximizing storage s...

Copley Controls, a global pioneer in the motion control industry, announces the release of its Nano High Power (Nano HP) and Nano Plus High Power (Plus-HP) digital servo drives for brush and brushless motors. Both series expand Copley’s compact Nano family and feature redesigned power boards for higher current output, making them ideal for traction motor applications in autonomous mobile robots (AMR), automated guided vehicles (AGV) and other space-limited mobile robotics requiring higher...

At NOARK Electric, they manufacture top-quality low-voltage electrical components including circuit breakers for many applications. Circuit breakers are critical components commonly used in panelboards, switchboards, CDPs etc. for residential or commercial buildings, and industrial facilities, to protect against electrical damage caused by short circuits or overload conditions. By shutting off the flow of current upon fault detection, circuit breakers prevent hazardous electrical conditions tha...

Comnet, a major manufacturer of mission-critical industrial networking solutions, announced the release of an ultra-resilient, high-power PoE switch. As the first in Comnet’s new line of IEEE802.3bt-compliant Ethernet switches, the CNGE10FX2TX8MSBT switch delivers a powerful combination of performance, flexibility, and durability — ideal for powering next-generation devices in extreme environments. High-performance applications The switch’s flexible power architecture allow...

The solar future of energy is constantly evolving. First, panels themselves have become much more efficient than designs ten or 15 years ago. Homeowners can more reliably assess their needs and build out a system that promises accessible energy generation or freedom from the grid.  Batteries and V2G systems In 2024, some of the biggest technologies shaping the industry are batteries and V2G systems In addition, the solar energy industry is continuously developing brand-new technologies...

It is a requirement in electrical distribution systems to have Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB), as they provide both overload protection as well as short-circuit protection. The main power distribution board (MPDB) of a facility is usually equipped with MCCBs, which allow for protection, coordination, associated control, isolation, and shutdown of the entire system in the case of an emergency. Molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) In the case of molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), these...

Solar energy is becoming a very popular choice of alternative energy for many residential homeowners. Solar energy is produced by installing solar panels on the top of the roof, where they can gather the sun’s rays the best. Once the sun’s energy is captured, the solar energy system is able to convert that energy into usable electrical power for a home. Since solar energy is considered safe for the environment, the government has put in place different tax credits and incentives fo...

Inside a solar panel are layers of opposing materials that create positive and negative charges when exposed to light. The best are called photovoltaic solar panels. The power can then be used or sent out into the public power grid for credit against the time when it is necessary to draw some back out. The net difference is what appears on the electric bill each month. Leased solar panels Harmon Solar came to the residence and reviewed the roof and the power needs of the residents In Casa Gr...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. announced that Jennifer Wolfenbarger has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Accounting Officer. As a core member of the executive leadership team, Wolfenbarger will help shape the company’s financial future by enabling growth and overseeing fiscal accountability for the entire organization. Prior roles of Wolfenbarger  Wolfenbarger oversaw strategic planning, investor relations, compliance and financial reporting Jennifer Wolfenbarge...

APS (Arizona Public Service) offers Renewable Energy Incentive Program opportunities to homeowners and businesses who install various renewable energy sources. Amounts will vary based on the type of technology used and the scope of the project. For example, APS now offers homeowners $.60 per kWh incentive for grid PV Systems for their utility customers. This is down significantly from the 2011 $1.00 per kWh incentive. However, with the decrease in panel costs and the leasing programs now offer...

Solar panel installations are booming across America. In the not-so-distant past, this technology was seen as too difficult and expensive for everyday people; the technology was prohibitive as far as limitations to its practical application. Now, solar panels are cheap, efficient, and accessible in comparison to traditional forms of generating energy or heating. The advantages are clear, and current trends in solar are pointing in one direction: More solar, at lower prices, especially here in A...

Solar energy helps families save money by converting solar energy into electricity. This happens when a solar panel captures UV rays from the sun. It then converts those rays into direct current (DC) electricity. The DC needs to be converted to alternating current (AC) because that is what is used in a home. This method creates energy savings for residential users because the photovoltaic solar system will collect any surplus energy collected by the solar panel during the day and will then draw...

The installation of solar panels can greatly minimize a home’s electric bill by converting the sun’s rays into usable electricity. Harmon Solar’s panels use photovoltaic cells, which convert sunlight into direct current (DC) power. The DC power is sent to an inverter and turned into usable alternating current (AC) power. When the AC power leaves the inverter box, it moves to the electrical panel, which is monitored by a utility meter. If the syste...

When they’re researching solar power for the home, they’ll come across the term solar PV or photovoltaic. So what does that mean? The photovoltaic effect is the process that creates voltage or electric current by exposure to light. Photo means light, and voltaic means volts or electricity. A solar panel is made up of photovoltaic cells made out of a silicon semiconductor. Differentiate from solar systems The solar panel system then converts that electricity into current that can b...

With all the talk lately about global warming it’s good to know that there’s a practical alternative within reach of virtually any business or homeowner: solar power. After decades of refinement, the technology is truly “ready for prime time.’ Five Reasons Solar Makes Sense In 2014! 1 – Solar Is Booming In Arizona If they’re here in Arizona, they’re on prime real estate for capturing those solar savings. In fact, Arizona is the third-fastes...

Nearly thirty high school students graduated last week from Canyon State Electric’s summer electrical pre-apprenticeship program. Throughout the eight-week program, students experienced the electrical trade through interactive classroom sessions, hands-on education, and role-play exercises.   The students, incoming juniors and seniors, are all part of construction & technology education (CTE) programs in the Mesa High School district.  Huge demand for skilled labo...

Choosing the right solar panel financing is key to maximizing energy savings for homeowners and landlords in the greater Phoenix, Maricopa County area. Harmon Solar, a trusted local business operating for over 15 years, specializes in guiding residents through this important decision. Solar Panel Financing With a focus on honesty and customer service, they offer insights into the best residential and commercial solar financing options to suit the needs and budget. Explore essential factors to...

The installation of a solar panel system in a residential or commercial building is commendable. Most times, the installation process is pricey. However, the benefits are long-term since the system is reliable and provides cheap energy. Like any other gadgets in the residential or commercial space, users need to maintain their solar panels. Maintenance is necessary for the system to serve users for an extended period. Read on to discover how to make sure the solar panel system remains in good c...