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In an industry first, Siemens Smart Infrastructure announced an open, modular suite of grid software to address the increasingly critical energy transition. The suite is a game-changer for established energy players and new stakeholders alike, enabling them to be fast, agile, and flexible when coping with existing and future challenges. 85% improved task efficiency Siemens has already made significant steps to improve its offering for smart meter data management such as a cloud-native option...
Tetra® signage lighting from GE Current, a Daintree company, the industry’s advanced lighting and controls manufacturer, is for creating unforgettable first impressions. And with five new products that outshine their competition, the Tetra display (booth #4931) is a must-see for ISA International Sign Expo goers in search of superior innovation, quality, and reliability. Visibly better Judged against competitive LED systems, Tetra® LED systems to provide improved brigh...
Scolmore continues to develop its Click Smart+ home automation range and has introduced a new wireless smart scenario switch that is designed to control lights and appliances from any location. The battery-powered wireless smart scenario switch allows the user to control multiple lights and appliances and with one click, they can create multiple smart solutions, bringing added convenience, comfort, security, energy-saving, and ultimately more control in the home. Energy-efficient home There a...
Würth Elektronik extends its MagI³C-FDSM power module product range: The fixed step-down regulator modules now cover all bus voltages from 12V up to 48V. The modules facilitate development for applications with direct connection to bus voltages of 12V, 24V, or 48V. The wide input voltage range up to 74.5V makes the FDSM module robust against voltage transients on the 48V bus. The new power modules are implemented in a cost-effective SIP-3 package and provide fixed output voltages of 3...
Europe's largest PCB manufacturer, Würth Elektronik Circuit Board Technology, and Luminovo, the fastest growing software provider for the electronics industry, are connecting their products to enable their customers to adapt a much simpler, faster, and more accurate PCB prototype costing and quoting process. Using the Würth Elektronik API (application programming interface), Würth Elektronik’s PCB online shop gets directly connected to LumiQuote, Luminovo’s RfQ softwa...
Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and recognized as the world’s most sustainable corporation in 2021, by Corporate Knights Global 100 Index, is proud to announce the launch of EcoStruxure Energy Hub, a scalable, self-service IoT software as a service (SaaS) solution, which simplifies the management of digitalized electrical and energy systems. EcoStruxure Energy Hub is available for download in the App Stor...
Orcan Energy is launching a new, particularly powerful solution for utilizing waste heat on board ships: the efficiency PACK M 150.200. Included in the new product are Orcan's innovative ORC modules, specially designed for the marine market, which are now able to convert any waste heat from ships even more efficiently directly into electrical energy, thus reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. efficiency For ship operators, this means an improvement in the EEDI (Energy Efficiency...
Würth Elektronik has expanded its WE-KI product family with further ceramic inductor variants in 0603 and 0805 packages. Now the portfolio includes over 300 models in four sizes from 0402 to 1008, optionally with ±2 and ±5 percent tolerance. With the new range of models, the available inductance values cover 1 to 1800 nH. The SMT-mountable ceramic inductors are aimed specifically at high-frequency applications. A WE-KI variant is often used in telecommunications and antenna m...
With the SHDSL standard, data can be transmitted over extremely long copper cables. This makes this technology the first choice in applications where Power over Ethernet and DSL technologies like G.FAST and VDSL are not possible. Applications for SHDSL Evaluation Kit With its SHDSL Evaluation Kit, Würth Elektronik offers developers the possibility to test applications with the SHDSL transceiver from Intel. Typical applications are video surveillance, infotainment systems in airports...
Applied Sensor Technologies (AST), a manufacturer of standard and custom-designed RTDs and thermocouples for OEMs, process, and discrete industries, announced that their UNI5 product line of terminal head-mounted transmitters can be configured via a smartphone or tablet using Near Field Communication (NFC®) or a Bluetooth® modem. The app makes set-up and configuration quick and simple, but also field-capable. Configuration methods “When customers needed...
United Electric Controls (UEC), a manufacturer of standard and custom-designed solutions for safety, alarm, and emergency shutdown (ESD) functions for OEMs, process, and discrete industries, announced that its ONE Series 1XSW electronic switches are certified SIL 2 / SIL 3 capable. SIL certification Global safety certification pioneer, exida, has certified United Electric Controls’ ONE Series for use in a SIL 2 environment, with systematic capability at SIL 3 level. Adding the ONE Serie...
Scolmore has added a new 13A Double Pole Key-operated Fused Connection Unit with Neon and Lockable Fuse to its Click Essentials Metal Clad wiring accessories range. This latest product has been launched in response to feedback from the specification team working on a range of projects, for example, student accommodation, and will complete the company’s Metal Clad range offer. Fused Connection Unit Features, benefits Fully tested to BS 1363-4:2016+A1:2018 and BSI Kitemark appro...
WEG has just added to its portfolio a complete solution with high performance and safety combined with flexibility and connectivity. The CFW900 is a high-tech VSD for driving and controlling three-phase induction and permanent magnet motors. Providing excellent static and dynamic performance, high precision in torque, speed, and position control, it can solve a wide variety of applications due to its high overload capacity. Thanks to its technology, the CFW900 inverter provides energy savings,...
With more intermittent renewable energy generation on the world’s power networks, and fossil fuel supplies experiencing major disruptions, distributed power reserves are becoming increasingly important to maintain grid stability and keep the power on 24/7. To support this transition, ABB is launching PowerExchanger, an innovative feature for its UPS products, which allows battery reserves to provide ancillary services to the grid, reducing costly downtime and cutting energy and operating...
The new RTE PS 2 Power Station provides a mains-independent, self-sufficient power supply for fire services and can be operated on the scene without exhaust emissions and therefore very quietly. The heart of the compact electric power plant is a high-performance battery pack that, with a capacity of two kilowatt-hours (40 Ah) and an output power of 2,000 W, provides sufficient energy for a wide variety of consumers in changing operational scenarios. It can be used, for example, to operate numer...
EA Technology is delighted to announce the launch of VisNet Design, an online software tool that enables connection providers and network operators to design and model electrical network connections. The new tool gives an intuitive web-based experience to rapidly model low voltage networks, and it is optimized for modern web browsers. Government EV Infrastructure Strategy The Government EV Infrastructure Strategy committed to 300,000 public charge points by 2030 With the increase in the numb...
In this data-intensive automotive environment, there is an increasing amount of electronic content in modern vehicles, which is leading to an ever-increasing cable harness complexity impacting manufacturing, supply chain, costs, and vehicle weight. OEMs are therefore seeking to reduce this complexity by simplifying architectures and consolidating connections within the car. Ongoing industry challenges To address this need, TE Connectivity (TE), a pioneer in connectivity and sensors, has launc...
Luminus Devices introduces the next Generation for high lumen density, white COB arrays featuring the latest enhancement to improve maximum operating temperature, Robusto technology. High-lumen density High-lumen density parts are used in narrow beam applications where Center Beam Candle Power (CBCP) is the key metric. While this depends on the specific beam angle and power level, the high-lumen density parts typically deliver two times or greater lumen density than standard parts. Higher tem...
SIGLENT’s SDG7000A is a family of dual-channel Arbitrary Waveform Generators that feature up to 1 GHz bandwidth, a maximum sample rate of 5 GSa/s, and 14-bit vertical resolution. It can generate arbitrary waveforms point by point with a maximum 2.5 GSa/s sample rate and vector signal with a maximum of 500 MS/s. It also can generate a variety of signals such as continuous wave, Pulse, Noise, PRBS patterns, and a 16-bit digital bus. It supports the generation of complex signals such as mo...
OVC III, power-dense AC/DC modules feature a wide input range and high isolation. RECOM has added a 20W part to its ‘E-K’ range of encapsulated, PCB-mount AC/DC modules, the RAC20E-K/277. Even though it is economically designed, the series is dimensionally of the same size as the existing 20W at just 52.7 mm x 27.6 mm footprint, but with a different pinning that is compatible with further industry standards. It also features full load operation over a very wide input range of 85&nda...
Würth Elektronik presents slim Bluetooth Low Energy radio module Proteus-e. With the new Proteus-e radio module, Würth Elektronik is continuing its successful Proteus Bluetooth Low Energy series. The focus of the Proteus-e is on basic Bluetooth functionality in order to address price-sensitive applications. The radio module is based on the Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 standard and includes certificates of conformity for CE, FCC, IC, and TELEC. Despite the integrated antenna, the Proteus-e...
Havells India Limited, a Fast Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) company unveiled its revolutionary range of energy-efficient ECOACTIV fans by launching 19 new models under the ceiling, pedestal, wall, and ventilator fan category for the upcoming summer season. The new range of technologically advanced fans comes equipped with ECOACTIV super-efficient BLDC and induction motor. The basket covering models based on ECOACTIV technology delivers excellent performance and consumes lower energy offering c...
ABB is working with SEV, the main electrical power producer and distributor for the Faroe Islands, to deliver innovative Synchronous Condenser (SC) technology that will stabilize its power grid as renewable generation replaces fossil-fueled plants. The first SC unit is currently being commissioned on the island of Suðuroy. SEV has now placed an order for a similar unit to be located at Sund on Streymoy, the Faroes’ largest and most populous island. 2030 Green Energy Goal SEV to gene...
Following its successful entry into the consumer unit market last year, Scolmore has expanded its Elucian range with a number of SPD populated units. Elucian Switch-Disconnector Units and Combination Units are both now available with SPDs pre-installed, giving installers greater flexibility when working on a range of projects. The Switch-Disconnector Unit range of Metal Consumer Units are furnished with a 100A Mains Switch and a 2 Pole Type 2...
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. collaborates with Senko Advance Co., Ltd. to develop, manufacture, and sell a small MT ferrule for Senko Advance’s SN®-MT connector, a next-generation small multi-fiber connector that enables high-density optical connectivity. Through this new development, Furukawa will realize next-generation high-density optical connectivity and promote its practical use in data centers. Background The SN®-MT connector can realize more than 2.7 times higher de...
Scolmore continues to expand its Elucian consumer unit range to provide electricians with the broadest possible range of units and protective devices to cater to all installation requirements. New to the range are Time Delay RCDs, higher-rated RCBOs, and a retro-fit locking device. Time Delay RCDs A new range of Type S 2 Pole 100mA Time Delay RCDs available in 63A, 80A & 100A options have now been added to the range. Time delay RCDs provide residual circuit protection against short cir...
Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of a new high-efficacy family of 5050 Mid-Power LEDs designed with sulfur resistance for high performance and long-term reliability in outdoor lighting and horticulture applications. MP-5050-250R LEDs These new MP-5050-250R high-performance LEDs provide low thermal resistance, up to 185 lumens/Watt, high PPF/W, and CRI options of 70, 80, and 90 minimum. In addition, they are compatible with automatic placement equipment and are R...
Würth Elektronik complements its infrared product range with the new WL-SIQW SMT Infrared QFN LED Waterclear product series. The LEDs in Quad Flat No Leads (QFN) format are available in 2720, 3535 and 3737 packages, with different radiant intensities from 125 to 800 mW/sr and in 90°, 120° or 150° beam angles. WL-SIQW components Depending on the application, the infrared sources are available in wavelengths of 850 or 940 nm. The SMT-mountable WL-SIQW components are suitable for...
Canadian bus manufacturer Letenda officially unveiled its new generation of zero-emission transit buses. Electrified powertrain solution Powered by Cummins, the Electrip® is the first model in the Letenda line of battery-electric transit buses designed specifically to operate in Canadian winter conditions using electric propulsion. At 30 feet long, this flat-foot bus can accommodate up to 45 people, including 24 seated passengers and up to six wheelchairs. The bus utilizes the Cummins com...
The globally renowned manufacturer of electronic and electrical components, Würth Elektronik has expanded its optoelectronic portfolio, with optocouplers in all common packages and CTR (Current Transfer Ratio) values. This includes the WL-OCPT series of phototransistor optocouplers in DIP-4, SOP-4 and LSOP-4 packages. WL-OCDA Darlington optocouplers The WL-OCDA Darlington optocoupler series is available as DIP-4 and SOP-4. These different packages are also available in a range of lead fr...