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Ingeteam will once again be present at Intersolar Europe, the trade fair dedicated to the renewable energy sector. On this occasion, however, it will be doing so with a significantly larger stand than in previous editions, in order to be able to host an extensive catalog of products that will be on display at the Munich exhibition center from the 14th to the 16th of June. In terms of projects, Ingeteam has recently participated in major projects all over the world thanks to its technology, with...

The Intersolar Europe trade fair, part of The Smarter E Europe event, will host the official presentation of Ingeteam's new range of photovoltaic and hybrid inverters. This range of products is aimed at the residential, commercial, and industrial segments, as well as large photovoltaic power plants, with single-phase and three-phase models ranging from 3 kW to 350 kW. All models come as standard with Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, enabling the inverters to be controlled and monitored via Inge...

With the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK, it’s crucial to explore the impact of smart EV charging on energy grids and infrastructure. Smart EV charging solutions offer a range of benefits, including load management, grid integration, and optimization. In this blog post, Electric Miles will delve into the implications of smart EV charging on energy grids and infrastructure in the UK, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges that arise from this transition...

With the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK, it’s crucial to explore the impact of smart EV charging on energy grids and infrastructure. Smart EV charging solutions offer a range of benefits, including load management, grid integration, and optimization. Electric Miles will delve into the implications of smart EV charging on energy grids and infrastructure in the UK, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges that arise from this transition. Balancing Energy...

Volta Trucks, a disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has confirmed that the full-electric Volta Zero will tour the UK throughout September in a series of high-profile customer and industry events. The UK roadshow follows the successful European tour of Paris, Madrid, Barcelona, Milan, Munich, and Frankfurt where more than 700 individual customer demonstrations of the Volta Zero were undertaken. Business-focused audiences The UK tour initially kicks...

ABB E-mobility’s Terra DC wallboxes have been selected to power the completion of the world’s first 100 percent electric junior touring car cup, the NXT Gen Cup.  The NXT Gen Cup season launch and test day is being held today at Gelleråsen, just outside of Karlskoga, Sweden. The first official round will take place in Falkenberg on July 8-9, continuing as a support championship to the well-known Scandinavian Touring Car Championship (STCC). Junior racing championship...

Plug Power Inc., a provider of turnkey hydrogen solutions for the global green hydrogen economy, announced it will supply Energy Vault Holdings, Inc. with 8 MW (megawatts) of hydrogen fuel cell stationary power to deliver clean energy to the city of Calistoga, located in California Wine Country, during times of wildfires and other emergencies. This will be the largest planned hydrogen powered fuel cell installation in the United States. The California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) requires t...

As the Philippines makes the switch to more renewable energy sources, the country is stabilizing grid reliability with its largest ever integrated grid-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Limay in Bataan Province, supplied by ABB for Universal Power Solutions Inc. (UPSI), a unit of San Miguel Corporation Global Power Holdings Corp. Financial details were not disclosed. The Limay site forms part of a broader contract with UPSI, for a 240MW capacity packaged BESS solution to strengthen...

Interplay Learning, the provider of immersive training for the skilled trades, announced the creation of Interplay’s Intelligence Lab, a team of experts shaping the future of training by delivering innovative and intelligent solutions for the skilled trades. SAM, the first AI-powered mentor As part of this initiative, the Intelligence Lab unveiled SAM, the industry’s first AI-powered mentor for learning and skill development. SAM provides technicians with immediate guidance during...

Volta Trucks, the disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced the successful and oversubscribed conclusion of its Series C funding round with a €230 million capital raise. The funding round was led by New York-based Luxor Capital, while initial seed investor, Byggmästare Anders J Ahlström of Stockholm, added to its holding in the company as well as bringing further direct and indirect co-investors to the cap table. Supply chain...

The LOVATO Electric website dedicated to professional training and education gets new. A new design, a modern look, and a simple and user-friendly presentation of courses offer. The main changes are precisely in the way of consulting the courses. The grid or list view allows a more immediate search, the homepage presents the last 3 courses included in the catalog and the search for events by keyword helps users find the solution that best suits their needs quickly and effectively. Finally, the...

The cleantech company - envelio has won an international tender for the digitalization of electricity grids in Norway. envelio’s software solution, the Intelligent Grid Platform, will support the Norwegian electricity grid operator - Glitre Nett in the implementation of a so-called ‘early response solution’. The aim is to evaluate customer requests for a grid connection in real time and provide preliminary information as quickly as possible to support the further ramp-up of re...

Volta Trucks, the pioneering and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has confirmed the appointment of Steve Dichter as Chief Strategy Officer, with immediate effect. Dichter replaces Casper Norden, who’s been appointed as Chief Fleet Solutions Officer, responsible for the implementation of the company’s Truck as a Service offer. 40 years of experience Steve Dichter brings over 40 years of experience in building high-performing businesses...

New research from Direct Line business insurance reveals that 43 percent of electricians and gas engineers have been explicitly asked by clients to tamper with their electricity or gas meters to make them run more slowly. Tampering with electricity and gas meters is not only dangerous, but it is also illegal. Cheating a meter to avoid paying bills is classified as ‘electricity theft’ and can lead to serious consequences including prison sentences and fines. signs of tampering Many...

Delta is introducing the compact, mid-range AX-300N and AX-324N PLC controllers. These AX-3 series controllers offer a CODESYS development environment to enable intelligent industrial automation applications. Compatibility with Delta AS Series IO products and support for a broad range of industrial communication protocols including PLCopen v1.0 function blocks, Ethernet/IP, and OPC UA server ensure compatibility across a wide range of automation applications such as packaging, food and beverage...

LOVATO Electric, always mindful of the need for safety, has expanded its catalogue with the new SR series safety relays. Designed to cover the most common risk categories, LOVATO Electric safety relays are rated up to category 4 with performance level PLe stated by the EN/ISO/BS 13849-1 functional safety standard, which is part of the Machinery Directive framework. Safely monitoring and controlling safety circuits The offer consists of 2 series for a total of 7 indivi...

C&S Electric Limited is happy to announce the inauguration of the C&S Electric-sponsored Electric, Electronics, and Digital Skill Development Lab at ITI Sector 31, in Noida, India. This cutting-edge lab was inaugurated by Mr. Mahesh Sharma, Member of Parliament, and Mr. Prakash Kumar Chandraker, Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of C&S Electric Limited, in the esteemed presence of Mr. Radha Krishan, Principle of ITI Sector 31, Noida, and Mr. Manav Adlakha, C...

Volta Trucks, the pioneering and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced the appointment of Amanda Gibson as its Head of Public Relations, effective immediately. Automotive industry experience Amanda brings over 15 years of automotive industry experience from a multitude of roles at Mitsubishi Motors, including Press & Public Relations, Sales Area Management, and Electric Vehicle Program Management. Most recently, Amanda served as Pres...

Solar Monkey is launching its award-winning software in the UK, with a mission to boost productivity for solar installers while accelerating the energy transition. The fast-growing firm has appointed a UK Sales Manager, is recruiting more staff to underpin its international growth plan, and is stepping up UK marketing of its digital design and quotation tools aimed at increasing the efficiency of PV installers. Solar & Storage Live The independent, Netherlands-based business exhibit...

Ameren has contributed US$ 15,000 to the Woodland Fire Protection District to provide additional resources for this critical emergency service following a deadly EF2 tornado that hit rural Bollinger County on April 5, 2023. The Woodland Fire Protection District has continued to serve area homes and businesses after the volunteer fire station in Glen Allen was destroyed by the 130 mph winds. The funds will be used to assist with essential first responder equipment and infrastructure damaged by t...

Bosch Power Tools introduced new tools including an 18V concrete nailer and heat gun, continuing to expand its cordless portfolio to support trade workers. In addition to the new tools, Bosch Power Tools also announced a new and enhanced 18V Limited Warranty that offers extended coverage for 18V tools, chargers, and batteries. Effective June 1st, Bosch’s new 18V limited warranty extends the coverage for cordless 18V tools and chargers from one year to five years and 18V batteries from one...

Electrical contractor - Canyon State Electric (CSE) has been named American Subcontractors Association of Arizona’s (ASA) subcontractor of the year for 2023. The Phoenix-based company was honored during ASA’s “Renewing the Future” awards gala last week.  “It means the world to Canyon State Electric to be given this award,” said Robert Hughes, CSE President, adding “One of our core values is innovation. We aim to be a driving force for our industry,...

SEW, the globally renowned provider of digital customer and workforce experience cloud platforms, announced the completion of the acquisition of CHOICE Technologies. The acquisition further enhances SEW’s capability to deliver and implement end-to-end digital customer and workforce experience platforms and provide comprehensive solutions to improve revenue protection and mitigate losses for the utilities. Digital CX and WX Platform The two organizations are vertically aligned in terms o...

As the world shifts towards sustainable transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) have gained immense popularity. One of the greatest advantages of owning an EV is the convenience of charging it at home. Home charging offers numerous benefits, including cost savings, convenience, environmental sustainability, and enhanced driving experience. In this blog, Electric Miles will delve into these advantages and explore why charging the EV at home is a smart choice. Cost Savings Over time, these savi...

As the world shifts towards sustainable transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) have gained immense popularity. One of the greatest advantages of owning an EV is the convenience of charging it at home. Home charging offers numerous benefits, including cost savings, convenience, environmental sustainability, and enhanced driving experience. Electric Miles will delve into these advantages and explore why charging the EV at home is a smart choice. Cost Savings Charging the electric vehicle at ho...

Volta Trucks, the disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has confirmed the expansion of the brand’s Truck as a Service (TaaS) Hub network in Europe with two new sites confirmed in Duisburg, Germany, and Madrid in Spain. Both locations will be offering comprehensive customer support, training, maintenance, and servicing to the trucks operating in those markets, with the Hubs scheduled to open soon. Climate-neutral industrial The new German Volta T...

Mitsubishi Electric launches the LGH-RVX3-E Lossnay Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system to provide clean and healthy air for every commercial setting. good air quality Users spend an average of 90% of their time indoors, so ensuring the air inside buildings is fresh and clean is vital for health. Dangerous pollutants like particulate matter and carbon monoxide are found indoors, and outdoor pollutants like nitrogen dioxide can also enter buildings from the outside. ...

With three units in Brazil and two in Paraguay, The Inpasa Group has as a mission, to bring clean and sustainable solutions to meet the planet's growing demand for energy. integrated solutions The company is considered the largest corn ethanol producer in Latin America and also a major investor in power generation using biomass. The group has invested in integrated solutions developed by WEG, mainly in turbogenerator sets that total more than 230 MW of installed power, enough energy to supply...

Since its establishment in February 2000, Y3K has been at the forefront of technological advancements in the CCTV and Telematics markets in both the UK and the USA. This journey reached a pinnacle in 2021 with the sale of its former Video Telematics division to Sensata Technologies Plc for $200 million. Following this significant milestone, Y3K's Founder, Paul Singh, returned to the UK from the USA in 2022 to lead the company once again. New website Under Paul Singh's guidance, the Surrey an...

Volta Trucks, the disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has partnered with NEoT Green Mobility to develop customer funding solutions, with an ambition to offering operating lease solutions to finance up to 2,000 trucks from 2023. The funding will enable Volta Trucks to offer customers a wide range of financing solutions for the all-electric Volta Zero through the company’s Truck as a Service (TaaS) offering. Maintenance-included solutions NEoT Gr...