Motors and Electrical Equipment News

Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO), a subsidiary of American Electric Power, is excited to announce the ongoing development of new generation projects, pending regulatory approval. These initiatives are designed to enhance SWEPCO's diverse energy portfolio by adding natural gas facilities, addressing the capacity demands of the customers in a cost-effective manner. Future growth of new technologies “The future growth of new technologies and continued service to our customers are p...

Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO), a subsidiary of American Electric Power, is excited to announce the ongoing development of several new generation projects, pending regulatory approval. These initiatives are designed to enhance SWEPCO's diverse energy portfolio by adding natural gas facilities alongside new wind and solar farms, addressing the growing capacity demands of the customers in a cost-effective manner. SWEPCO’s existing power generation portfolio Integrating these gen...

The internationally operating solution provider has successfully maintained its own branch in Istanbul since 2019. After more than 30 years of successful presence on the Turkish market, Assmann Holding GmbH invested five years ago in its own Turkish branch based in Kadıköy, İstanbul. With this step, the internationally operating solution provider for server, network and peripheral infrastructure products was able to offer its customers in Türkiye comprehensive local support. Digital...

Analysis shows major role for technologies such as solar PV, modular gas turbines and batteries in supporting Ukraine’s near- and long-term energy security. As Ukraine looks to rebuild its energy sector following a recent acceleration in attacks by Russia, pursuing a more decentralized electricity system would help ensure reliable access to power, heating and water for millions of Ukrainian citizens, according to a new IEA report. Power generation capacity Ukraine faces the risk of prol...

Ameren Corporation announced that Steven O. Vondran has been elected to the Ameren Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of American Tower Corporation, a global real estate investment trust and independent Owner, Operator and Developer of multitenant communications real estate with a portfolio of over 148,000 communications sites and a highly interconnected footprint of U.S. data center facilities. Steven O. Vondran has held various lead...

IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen announced that they will co-host the IEA’s 10th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Brussels, Belgium, on 12-13 June 2025. The Annual Global Conference brings together ministers, business pioneers, and industry representatives to drive stronger action on energy efficiency. A key focus of the conference will be the global agreement to double energy efficiency progress this...

Wasatch Electric provided electrical distribution and lighting services during the renovation of this historic office building in downtown Salt Lake City. Close cooperation between trades, diligent sequencing, and stringent safety protocol was key to the project’s success, as the building was occupied by tenants throughout the entire duration of the project. To avoid disrupting tenants, they constructed a complete electrical distribution system that paralleled the existing system while i...

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery and Komatsu launched the Komatsu PC35MR-3 Mini Hydraulic Excavator at BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2024. The launch marks a major step in providing economical and sustainable solutions to the changing demands of the Indian construction industry, especially in urban infrastructure and agricultural-land development.  Top-notch reach capabilities Combining power and compactness, PC35MR-3 is perfect for precise work in confined spaces. Fuel-efficient, easil...

Arrow Electronics, Inc. announced that Lawrence (Liren) Chen has joined the company’s Board of Directors and has been appointed a Member of the Board’s Audit Committee. The addition of Lawrence Chen will increase the total number of Directors on the Board to 10. Lawrence (Liren) Chen Lawrence Chen is President, Chief Executive Officer, and a Member of the Board of Directors of InterDigital, Inc., a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artif...

Siemens, a technology company, and SuperTrak CONVEYANCE™, a market pioneer in linear motion conveyance, announced a new strategic collaboration to maximize product range and machine throughput and shorten cycle time for machine building and manufacturing customers. The companies partnered to offer the market a smart conveyance system that can be installed as a transport technology on production machines and it’s also integrated in the TIA Portal. The carriers are powered by linear m...

Delta Electronics announces the launch of its MSI motor series in the EMEA region. Designed as a high-efficiency PM reluctance motor, the MSI series brings unparalleled compactness, energy savings, and integration capabilities to fan and pump applications. With options including flange, foot, and flange/foot versions, as well as speeds of 1500 rpm and 3000 rpm, the MSI series is set to redefine industrial motor performance. Compact Design with Maximum Efficiency The motors deliver great energ...

In industrial manufacturing, motors play a very important role in driving processes, handling, or transforming materials from raw materials to finished products or services. It is equally important for use in commercial applications, such as household appliances and industrial machinery in buildings and infrastructure, as well as in automobiles. From Newton’s first law of motion, people know that motors must overcome high inertia at starting. That’s where motor starting methods come...

Following the closing of the 6th edition of their internal well-being ‘Moving Challenge’ program, GlobalLogic have successfully reached their common team target to unlock a company donation. As a result, they are glad to support two healthcare initiatives with a total of 20, 000$. GlobalLogic donates for social projects These social projects were proposed and voted on by their colleagues participating in the ‘Moving Challenge’ from a selection of 18 causes: Hospice...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company and a major in digital engineering, has announced that it is partnering with Nokia to accelerate the adoption of advanced 5G and 4G enterprise solutions. Through Nokia’s Network as Code platform and developer portal, GlobalLogic will drive innovation across key enterprise verticals, with an initial focus on the automotive, industrial and financial sectors, creating transformative use cases that deliver measurable business value. GlobalLogic and N...

Danfoss Drives’ Hannes Leichtfried has been elected to serve on the National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) Board of Governors. NEMA announced the election of three new board members and three new officers on November 13, following its 2024 Annual Meeting. Hannes Leichtfried  Hannes Leichtfried, an industry veteran and current Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Danfoss Drives in North America, brings nearly 30 years of experience in electrification to th...

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi group company, has announced its recognition as a major company in eight categories of Everest Group’s ‘Key Verticals, Value Chain Elements, and Nearshore Delivery Software Product Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024’. This prestigious recognition further solidifies GlobalLogic’s position as a major provider of innovative software engineering services globally. Assessment evaluates vertical-specific capabilities The assessment e...

Electric vehicle owners have likely realized one cold, hard truth: Winter is harsh for EVs. Most EVs offer excellent traction and control – two must-haves for winter driving in Colorado – but research by several reputable, impartial organizations – AAA and Consumer Reports among them – confirms “range anxiety” is a valid concern when temperatures drop. Most EVs see a decrease of 20% to 40% in range in temperatures of 20 degrees Fahrenheit and lower. Such decr...

New patents to integrate artificial intelligence into power grids have grown sixfold in recent years, with the United States and China leading the way in AI for smart grid development, according to a new study by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report, Patents for Enhanced Electricity Grids, shows how patents for electricity grid technologies have surged over the past two decades as advances in digital integration and the...

SWEPCO has launched a system-wide pole replacement project, aimed at strengthening the distribution system to better withstand severe weather and other disruptive events across its service territory. The project, which began in September, focuses on upgrading poles that have been identified through rigorous inspections. SWEPCO boosts the distribution system Across AEP, teams are focused on their promise to customers, and SWEPCO is no exception Across AEP, teams are focused on their commitme...

CORE Electric Cooperative (CORE) is pleased to announce the hiring of Angie Bedolla as the Local Government and Business Relations Manager. As the Local Government and Business Relations Manager, Angie will be responsible for managing and expanding CORE’s relationships with governmental partners and key accounts to ensure alignment and support through expanded programs, economic growth, and changing energy landscape.  She will also support efforts to identify future power needs for c...

As part of a reliability improvement project to minimize facility downtime to a greater level, Verizon elected to enhance its emergency generation system.  As part of this project, the engineers and field service team of Helios Electric collectively implemented a customized turnkey solution to meet the specific customer requirements at one of their cell sites in Washington, DC. Backup generation systems It is imperative to ensure that proper and effective backup generation systems are in...

Delta, a global major in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, will unveil its high-performance M225HV and M350HV solar inverters at Energaia 2024, taking place 11-12 December, 2024, at the Exhibition Center of Montpellier, France. The M225HV and M350HV inverters support up to 1500 VDC and 800 VAC and achieve a peak efficiency of 99%. They are designed to maximize energy output, featuring 8 or 12 Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) trackers, a maximum current of 40...

Smartkem, which is seeking to change the world of electronics using its disruptive organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), has signed a multi-year agreement with FlexiIC, a company providing innovation in the design of flexible integrated circuits and systems, to begin a new project to develop a new generation of CMOS for smart sensors. The goal of the two-year project is the development of custom circuitry using Smartkem's organic thin-film transistor (OTFT) technology and n-type oxide TFT to m...

Compass Datacenters, which designs and constructs data center campuses for some of the world’s major technology companies, has signed a multi-year capacity agreement with Siemens to supply a custom modular medium-voltage skid solution. The solution consolidates the capabilities of multiple electrical components, including medium-voltage switchgear and transformers, into a single integrated unit, which will enable Compass to build faster and at a lower total cost. The agreement guarantees...

Siemens and Eplan will make engineering and production processes for customers in machine and line building more efficient. Seamless data exchange between Siemens’ Teamcenter® X software, TIA-Selection Tool and the Eplan software Collaboration improves tool chain in machine engineering Machine builders can realize their projects in construction, operation and expansion faster and more efficiently Digital business platform This will be achieved by both companies significantly e...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company and major in digital engineering, has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with N.S. International, Ltd., a globally renowned supplier of information display products for automobiles. This partnership will grow GlobalLogic’s operations in Mexico to include automotive capabilities, offering a nearshore option for North American automotive companies, and will focus on bringing innovation and supporting N.S. International, Ltd. with software...

In a fast-paced world, modern buildings rely on Integrated Building Management Systems (IBMS) to ensure seamless operations, energy efficiency, and security. These systems combine multiple building technologies like HVAC, lighting, security, fire safety, and energy management into one centralized platform. comprehensive maintenance services However, like any sophisticated technology, IBMS systems require regular upkeep to perform optimally. This is where annual maintenance for IBMS systems be...

In partnership with SporTran and the City of Shreveport, SWEPCO unveiled a new look for SporTran’s newest electric bus. The vibrant red wrap enhances the visibility of public transportation in Shreveport and SWEPCO hopes it will also bring attention to how customers can find helpful resources to manage their utility bills. Also prominently displaying a QR code and URL to SWEPCO.com/billhelp, customers can log into their account and complete a short survey that will offer help and solution...

Argon Electronics has once again expanded its range of simulation accessories by creating the simulation FHZ612 extension radiation probe for use with the popular and effective FH 40 G-SIM. Based upon the Thermofisher Scientific FH40 TG Teleprobe mounted with a FHZ612 detector, the FHZ612-SIM can be used with Argon’s FH40 G SIM and Thermofisher’s FH 40 TG Telescopic pole. It can be used to create a training system for the effective use of the Teleprobe, ensuring personnel understand...

Recently launched by MOONS’ and available in the UK from its UK distribution partner - Mclennan, the new AW series ‘Industrial Protective Stepper Motors’ are aimed at harsh environment motion control applications in food and beverage production, medical industries and arduous industrial environments. These new IP65-rated microstepping motors feature enhanced surface protection with improved wear resistance and greater impermeability to scratches and abrasions. Features of the...