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Kirloskar Electric Company Limited has delivered and successfully commissioned a large MG set and controls for a transformer manufacturing unit in Maharashtra, India. The system is suitable for testing Power Transformers up to 315 MVA, 400 kV. Using this system, the following tests can be performed: No-load  loss measurement Load-loss measurement Temperature rise test Complete technical requirements The system can also be used for testing single-phase transformers up to 180 MVA. T...

Kirloskar Electric Company Limited participated in ‘India Investrade Exhibition’ organized by Indian Chamber of commerce (ICC) under the aegis of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The event was held at Kathmandu, Nepal, from 20th to 22nd December 2013. The Indian Embassy of Nepal also took an active part. Leading industry bodies like FNCCI, NICCI, CNI, FEEN and IPPAN were also involved in the event. Detailed presentation on the products The three-day event co...

Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation announced the introduction of KEGMIL, a cloud-based platform developed by the Singapore-based startup FTV LABS PTE. LTD.  to improve the management of field services for elevator and escalator maintenance in overseas markets. KEGMIL will be launched in Singapore in October 2025, with the aim of expanding its deployment primarily across Southeast Asia and eventually to other regions. In today’s world, maintenance services for elevato...

INNOVELEC, pioneering supplier of products and services for the electrical industry in Western Canada for over 25 years, and NOARK Electric, global manufacturer of low-voltage electrical components for industrial applications, have partnered to electrify Western Canada! Specializing in motor controls and protection for Original Equipment Manufacturers, System Integrators and Panel Builders, Noark Electric provides high-quality products at an exceptional value, backed by a 5-year limited wa...

Altech Corporation, a pioneer in industrial automation solutions, announces its new CFTD fan monitoring modules, designed to protect industrial equipment through intelligent fan current monitoring and temperature control. The series includes three models: CFTD2 (two-fan), CFTD4 (four-fan standard), and CFTDPR4 (four-fan with AC power redundancy). Each system features precision current monitoring with configurable over- and under-current thresholds and automatic calibration that establishes...

New IEA report examines opportunities for countries across the region to integrate more solar and wind into their power systems to help reach energy security and emissions goals. Southeast Asia’s electricity demand is rising at one of the fastest rates in the world, underscoring the need for countries to diversify energy supplies and reinforce grid infrastructure. A new IEA report released highlights how countries in the region can leverage their abundant renewable resources, notably...

Kirloskar Electric, for the second time, picks up from NTPC-Ramagundam Super Thermal Power Station an order for a large High Voltage AC Motor with identical characteristics to an existing European-made one. The latest is for a 3200 KW 6.6 KV Air to air-to-water cooled high-voltage motor to drive the critical Boiler feed pump in stage 1. As recently as November 2012, Kirloskar Electric had supplied a 1200 KW -8 Pole High Voltage AC Motor with energy-saving high-efficiency design features, but i...

NORD’s reliable solutions for bulk goods accommodate a wide range of plant arrangements and offer various application-specific options for long service life, low maintenance, and excellent load capacity.  In the bulk material handling industry, temperature fluctuations, abrasive environments, and rough operating conditions are commonplace. NORD modular drive systems, consisting of gear units, electric motors, and intelligent variable frequency drives are individually configured to...

Countries' policy plans point to rising electricity generation from natural gas, renewables and nuclear to meet rapid growth in consumption, with oil's role in the power sector set to shrink. Electricity consumption in the Middle East and North Africa has soared in recent decades and is set to keep rising sharply, with a range of sources expected to meet the growing demand as countries seek to diversify their power supplies, according to a new IEA report out now. Global energy system The...

Fives, a pioneer in industrial engineering, announces the acquisition of Pietro Carnaghi S.p.A., a pioneering manufacturer of machine-tools specializing in large-scale machining solutions. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of Fives’ capabilities in high-precision machining, reinforcing its commitment to delivering advanced manufacturing solutions across critical industries such as defense, nuclear, aerospace, and energy. With this acquisition, Pietro Carnaghi becomes a co...

SCHWEISSEN & SCHNEIDEN 2025, the world-renowned trade fair for welding technologies, opens in Essen, and Comau is showcasing its latest innovations for the sector. At its booth (C27, Hall 2), the company is presenting an integrated portfolio of solutions ranging from mobile robotics for welding in unstructured environments—such as shipbuilding—to next-generation welding guns, collaborative robots, wearable robotics, and advanced training systems. Key innovations on display MyC...

Comau presented its vision on the strategic use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the manufacturing sector at ETFA 2025, the 30th edition of the IEEE International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation, held from September 9 to 12 in Porto, Portugal. This internationally renowned event brought together experts, companies, and industrial operators to share innovative solutions and challenging projects in the field of factory automation, with a strong focus on enabling...

Without continued investment in these fields, the world would lose the equivalent of Brazil and Norway’s combined production from the global oil balance each year. The average rate at which oil and gas fields’ output declines over time has significantly accelerated globally, largely due to higher reliance on shale and deep offshore resources, meaning that companies must work much harder than before just to maintain production at levels, according to a new IEA report. Grou...

Nidec Advance Technology Corporation announced that it will exhibit products at electronica India 2025, an event to be held in Bangalore, India from Wednesday, September 17 – Friday, September 19, 2025. In this exhibit, which is a largest of its kind in India to showcase all kinds of electronics ranging from electronic components to manufacturing equipment to semiconductors to electronic substrates and circuits, the company will display its mainstream products, including the latest models...

Bicker Elektronik GmbH, Donauwoerth/Germany, presents the ATN100A3-W200U, a compact AC/DC plug-in power supply based on modern GaN (gallium nitride) semiconductor technology. The advanced design enables high power density with a small form factor and low heat generation. With up to 100 W of output power via USB-C, the PD plug-in power supply meets the highest requirements for safety, efficiency, and reliability. It is designed for use in industrial and medical applications and also meets the st...

Amid a steady rise in world hydrogen demand, the pipeline for low-emissions projects has shrunk, but robust expansion to 2030 is still expected. Despite a recent wave of project delays and cancellations, low-emissions hydrogen production is still set to see robust growth to 2030 as the nascent sector continues to develop – though at a slower pace than the burst of announcements earlier this decade had previously signaled – according to the latest IEA analysis. IEA’s annu...

With the expansion of its product portfolio, FAULHABER is introducing several new additions to its range of DC-micromotors: the high-performance motors of the new GXR series 1437 with copper-graphite commutation, as well as precious-metal-commutated motors of the proven SXR series in sizes 1424 and 1437. Designed for maximum reliability and flexibility, these drives open up new possibilities for modern, space-saving drive solutions. delivering optimum efficiency The new models are perfectly...

Alva Industries (ALVA) announces the completion of the first season of Tech Torqs, an educational video series designed to answer the industry’s most common questions about motor technology. The six-part series breaks down technical concepts into accessible explanations, helping engineers, integrators, and innovators gain a deeper understanding of the fundamentals that power next-generation systems. Season 1 of Tech Torqs covers topics Slotted vs Slotless Motors - Key Differences...

In the electric world, there's a multitude of definitions discussed for the term substation. In this article, they are going to discuss an industrial facility's view of a substation. At Hill Electric, they are committed to educating not only the team, but the larger electrical community on safety and skills in the power industry. What are Substations? One typically sees substations in fences around main power lines or near manufacturing facilities A substation is a variety of devices integra...

Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has received a contract for a gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power plant project with total generation capacity of 2,800 megawatts (MW) for the Tung Hsiao Power Plant operated by Taiwan Power Company, Taiwan's state-owned electric power industry, in Tung Hsiao, Miaoli County. The project is a full turnkey solution led by Mitsubishi Power, conducted jointly with CTCI Corporation (CTCI), a major engineering a...

dormakaba has published its 2024/25 Sustainability Report, showcasing the company’s strong progress towards sustainability commitments. The report highlights significant achievements in emission reduction, workplace safety, waste management and supply chain engagement. Key highlights Key highlights from the reporting period include: 25% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the baseline year – equivalent to 18,841 tCO₂e avoided – in line with dormakaba’s...

In the fast-paced world of industrial electrical projects, precision and efficiency are paramount—especially when dealing with large-scale manufacturer shutdowns. That’s where Red Oak Engineering and Hill Electric’s partnership excels. Red Oak Engineering specializes in industrial electrical design, offering expertise in everything from incoming utilities to automation panel designs and programming, while Hill excels in electrical installations. With decades of experience ro...

At Hill Electric, their partnerships with other companies in the mechanical and construction industries are vital to the long-term success and growth. One of those partners, Trades Industrial Company, Inc. (TICI), has been working with us for 30 years. TICI is a single-source contractor performing and managing complex mechanical and industrial general construction services. TICI's decades-long relationship Hill partners with TICI on many projects, specifically in industrial process equipment...

As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to surge, the need for reliable and efficient EV charging infrastructure becomes increasingly critical. NOARK Electric, a pioneering supplier of low-voltage electrical components, is at the forefront of this transformation, offering cutting-edge solutions that optimize EV charging systems.  Among these solutions, the M2G Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) works in tandem with the Ex9C300 Contactor to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliab...

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....

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,...

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...