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A welcome break in the weather allowed crews to make more progress. Power was restored last night to customers in Bossier City, Louisiana, De Queen and Nashville in Arkansas and in Waskom, Texas. Latest damage estimates show many miles of damaged wire due to the relentless storms. Additionally, flooding brings extra challenges and complexities. Severely flooded work areas Safety for one another remains top of mind as crews work in dangerous conditions The work is often slow and deliberate be...

Recently, Windey and Ulanqab Municipal Government held a signing ceremony for industry chain extension cooperation. Qi Feiyun, Mayor of Ulanqab, Gao Ling, Chairman of the Board of Windey, and Chen Qi, General Manager of Windey attended the ceremony. Qi Feiyun praised the development layout and pioneering demonstration of Windey as a new energy equipment manufacturing 'chain master' enterprise in Ulanqab. She pointed out that in recent years, the economic situation of Ulanqab City has been impro...

It is increasingly important to understand how decisions impact the environment and energy consumption in everyday life. These decisions are also important when they are selecting the electric motor repair partner.  Understanding the different methods of electric motor repair and how they impact the electric motor’s efficiency and reliability is crucial. In this article, they will walk them through how the burnout oven electric motor repair process impacts the motors and re...

ECSI's VP and General Manager, Matt Myers, recently announced the promotion of Ryan Dickey to Chief Estimator. In his new role, Ryan will be responsible for pioneering ECSI’s estimating department and overseeing the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical projects. new processes and strategies When asked, “Why estimating?” Ryan said that the combination of engineering, sales, and a competitive spirit helps to keep things interesting day-to-day. H...

CORE prioritizes safety above all else for its members, employees, and communities, especially during National Safety Month. As a valued CORE member, users can learn how to ensure their safety this month and beyond. Check the surroundings Always call 811 for utility locates if the user plans to dig. Not calling runs the risk of hitting a buried line while digging. Hitting any utility line will not only disrupt the service but could cause serious injury or death and require costly...

Ingeteam will be at The Smarter E Europe, the world's largest trade fair dedicated to the renewable energy sector. This year it will have two stands: one dedicated to the solar and energy storage sector, and the other for its portfolio of electric vehicle charging solutions. Over 400 m2 will be used to display a wide range of products, some of which will be on show for the first time at the Munich Exhibition Centre from 19 to 21 June, 2024. Medium-voltage transformer station Specifically, the...

The project aims to increase the resilience of the city's transmission network, reducing dependence on energy supply from other locations, and meeting demand during the peak tourism season. WEG has just announced the supply of a complete energy storage system (BESS) for the city of Aspen, located in the state of Colorado, USA. The project aims to enhance the resilience of the local power grid, which does not have its own power generation system and is entirely dependent on generation from other...

AMG Systems, the pioneer in NDAA and TAA-approved, highly robust connectivity and transmission solutions for IP Video, has launched its latest UK-designed and built Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector range, named the AMG150 and AMG155 series. The AMG150/155 series of PoE injectors has been designed to deliver Power over Ethernet from 15 right up to 90 watts, transmitting power to edge devices via 1Gb, 2.5Gb, 5Gb, right up to 10Gb Ethernet network connections. In this way, the AMG150/155 series...

SWEPCO crews, in tandem with other utility professionals, worked to rebuild key infrastructure and restore power to thousands of customers in Northwest Arkansas. As of 10 a.m. Sunday, they have restored power to 91 percent of customers who can receive power in this area. The remaining customers without power are in areas hit especially hard by the Memorial Weekend storms. That line of severe weather produced at least seven tornadoes and hurricane-strength straight-line winds. SWEPCO’s pe...

SWEPCO’s ArkLaTex storm response, which included hundreds of utility professionals deployed to the hardest hit areas, was temporarily slowed by a concussive wave of storms that fired again on Saturday, downed more trees, damaged SWEPCO’s transmission system, the backbone of its energy delivery system, and created additional outages. Transmission lines bring high-voltage power from generation operations to substations, where it's "stepped down" to be used by numerous distribution net...

SWEPCO crews, in concert with other utility professionals, worked to rebuild key infrastructure and restore power to customers in Northwest Arkansas. They have made progress and this massive rebuilding effort continues to repower the remaining 3,500 customers.   For those properties that can receive power, crews estimate 95% should be restored by 10 p.m. Sunday, weather permitting. A significant milestone was reached Friday night as SWEPCO restored power to 95 percent of customers east of...

Hundreds of utility professionals continue to work safely and quickly to restore service to the nearly 4,000 customers who remain without power following multiple rounds of severe weather over the past week, which included three EF1 tornadoes in De Soto Parish, confirmed by the National Weather Service. As of noon Saturday, SWEPCO has restored power to approximately 19,000 ArkLaTex customers impacted by the most recent round of severe weather. Ongoing restoration efforts Much of the damaged i...

As a team, they’re united in efforts to help rebuild the places they call home and support the customers by getting the lights back on. Rain in the Rogers, Arkansas area has delayed restoration progress. Repairs, which include clearing hundreds of downed trees to safely access more than 750+ unique work locations, replacing approximately 400 broken utility poles, restringing more than 10 miles of electrical wire; replacing more than 100 transformers, and more, continue. Collaboration and...

Work continues after severe weather delivered another blow late Thursday to storm-weary residents of the ArkLaTex. In Texas, there is significant damage in heavily wooded and flooded areas of Henderson and Kilgore, which will require specialized track equipment to access sites for repairs. SWEPCO’s entire territory The scene is similar in central Louisiana with several inaccessible or hard-to-reach work sites, including some repairs near Toledo Bend that may need to be done from the wat...

As it is safe to do so, SWEPCO damage assessors have been deployed to begin the painstaking role of locating, identifying, and reporting damage to the energy infrastructure. In some areas, this work may not be visible to customers. SWEPCO’s entire territory With significant multi-day storms forecast for SWEPCO’s entire three-state service territory Instead, these assessors may also be patrolling lines (either by deploying on land, air, or by boat) to find the trouble to the system...

Naturgy has renewed its global EFR (Empress Familiarmente Responsable/Family-Responsible Company) certification awarded by the Másfamilia Foundation, which it initially received in 2013, when it was the first company worldwide to obtain this accreditation. It is currently the only IBEX 35 company with this certificate, which accredits the validity and impact of measures, indicators, practices and actions in terms of work-life balance and people development in five areas: quality of emplo...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton and Palantir Technologies Inc., a renowned builder of AI systems for the modern enterprise, announced the expansion of their partnership to bring Palantir’s Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) to Eaton’s operations. The enhanced collaboration will offer a unique data management solution to accelerate and modernize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) deployments with AI-powered data mapping, cleansing, and migration automation. Palantir...

C&S Electric participated in the Elasia 2024 Expo in Bangalore, India, from May 24th to 26th, 2024. The company showcased its LV switchgear, power busbars, and protection devices, attracting numerous visitors, including consultants, contractors, builders, and dealers. C&S Electric At Elasia 2024 Expo During the show, valuable connections were made with potential customers and industry professionals. The stand was a hub of activity, featuring live demonstrations and interactive ses...

Intelligent power management - Eaton expanded its education and testing centers to demonstrate breakthrough solutions accelerating sustainable fleets in Pittsburgh, Houston and Marshall, Michigan, USA. As electrification and the energy transition have a cascading impact on infrastructure, Eaton provides real-world application environments to help fleet owners and vehicle OEMs understand the latest innovations and best practices, establishing scalable, affordable and reliable power for fleet ele...

Clean energy solutions provider Gentari Sdn Bhd (Gentari) through its subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd is further expanding its efforts to drive green mobility adoption via a new hassle-free, long-term electric vehicle (EV) leasing solution for commercial fleet operators as part of its Vehicle-as-a-Service offerings. In a launch event officiated by Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Aziz today, Gentari announced its collaboration with eCo...

Ingeteam is to supply 70 photovoltaic inverters to Grenergy for the solar project located in the Tabernas desert. Located in Southern Spain, this desert is famous for having hosted the filming of numerous Hollywood films, especially westerns. With a power output of 250 MW, the Tabernas project has an estimated annual generation capacity of 466.6 GWh. Once commissioned, the facility is expected to supply more than 126,300 households with green energy, avoiding the emission of over 127,380 tons o...

The MotorSafe Electric Motor Repair process plays an important role in promoting environmental sustainability and aiding companies in achieving their green goals. By focusing on efficiency and precision, the repair method focuses on a motor’s efficiency, optimizes motor lifespans, and enhances resource efficiency. As a result, MotorSafe Repair ensures the efficiency of motors to optimize their energy consumption for critical operations. The MotorSafe Repair process can have a positive imp...

Scotland has launched its refreshed national events strategy designed to provide strategic focus for all involved in the planning, securing, and delivery of events across Scotland. Scotland the Perfect Stage 2024-2035 aims to build on the event industry’s many achievements to date, as well as respond to the ongoing challenges faced by the sector. It also focuses on a range of national priority outcomes and critical success factors for the sector as it looks towards the next ten years. Pa...

Vestel’s UK EV charger division has formed a strategic partnership with dedicated EV software provider, Electric Miles. The move sees end-user - Electric Miles EV charger control software integrated with Vestel chargers and enables Vestel to offer a whole ecosystem of effective charger control and management options to its installers, fleet customers, and charge point operators. Remote charger management Electric Miles brings to the table a suite of cutting-edge solutions designed to me...

C&S Electric team has recently conducted several training sessions at the Electric, Electronics, and Digital Skill Development Lab, Government ITI Nithari, Noida. This lab was established through a collaboration between C&S Electric Ltd. and ITI. Conducted in collaboration with ITI faculty, the sessions aimed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge related to electrical products. Continuous learning and skill enhancement This initiative underscores the commitment to...

Electrical safety is critical to modern infrastructure in various settings. Protection from overloads and short circuits is essential. Two primary devices serve this crucial purpose: fuses and circuit breakers. These components offer effective protection for electrical networks. They prevent potential hazards and ensure safe electrical operations.  What Are Fuses and Circuit Breakers? Fuses Fuses are simple devices. They are designed to protect circuits from excessive current. They...

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), a key entity under the Department of Energy, plays a pivotal role in delivering reliable, cost-based federal hydroelectric power across 15 central and western states. Serving millions through partnerships with public utilities, rural cooperatives, and tribal organizations, WAPA’s core mission is to provide clean energy while maintaining a stable and modern grid infrastructure. As stewards of both power and transmission, WAPA not only markets e...

Current weather could slow restoration work as crew safety is a priority. Customers should remain weather aware as there are storms predicted throughout the week across SWEPCO’s service territory.  The latest data shows additional damage, and that number could continue to rise. SWEPCO crews remain undaunted and estimate 95% of customers who can receive power should be restored by 10 p.m. Friday. crews space to work Customers must have a licensed electrician repair damage before pow...

Emergency assessment and response is underway by SWEPCO crews after a powerful storm brought damaging winds that downed trees and toppled power lines across parts of East Texas Tuesday morning. As of 3 p.m. Tuesday, approximately 14,700 customers are without power. At peak, 19,000 customers were without power. other utilities and contractors SWEPCO has requested help from other utilities and contractors to aid in the restoration effort SWEPCO has requested help from other utilities and contr...

SWEPCO has adjusted restoration times to account for complex repairs and potential weather impacts. The current estimate is for 95 percent of all customers in the Monte Ne area and 95 percent of all customers West of U.S., Hwy 71 B in Rogers who can receive power may be restored by 10 p.m., Sunday, June 2, if weather permits.  All remaining customers, who can receive power, should have power restored by 10 p.m. Friday, May 31. Restoration times may extend further in isolated instances w...