Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will exhibit at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, USA, from January 9 to 12, with a booth themed "To create a sustainable Smart Society where people, leading technologies and the environment can thrive together." sustainability Mitsubishi Electric Group has positioned the realization of sustainability as the cornerstone of its corporate management.  Having identified five social challenge areas to focus on - "carbon neutral",...

In a grand display of innovation and commitment to advancing the electric mobility landscape, Millennium Welt, a dealer partner for the brands BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad joined forces with Gentari, Malaysia’s notable clean energy solutions provider, to break ground on the first EV Charging Flagship Store in Jalan Kuching today, that offers a new concept and experiences for EV charging. This signifies a monumental stride in BMW Group Malaysia’s dedication in developing the EV infras...

Traveling Australians securely downloaded more than 10 million vaccination certificates, over 17 months during the pandemic, thanks to a digital signing solution by Verizon Business and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). At its peak, over 10,000 certificates were issued daily as Australia opened its borders to international travel. COVID-19 vaccination certificate Australia introduced the COVID-19 vaccination certificate after the United Nations International Civ...

  Underpinning its commitment to making sustainability a key priority within its operations, Siemens Smart Infrastructure has taken delivery of sustainable stainless steel at its Frankfurt switchgear factory. sustainable approach Recognizing that the urgent need for decarbonization and increased electrification requires sustainable solutions, Siemens is committed to using sustainable steel for medium-voltage switchgear. With plans to not only integrate the product at...

To connect portable or remote network end devices to the Internet of Things (IoT), or to control machines remotely using machine-to-machine communication (M2M), a mobile radio connection for data exchange via the cloud is a good option. However, this option presents hurdles for the developer, such as determining which wireless networks can support the required data throughput worldwide and which protocols the wireless modem must be able to handle. System scalability, data security, cost, time t...

As part of a growth initiative in southern Minnesota, Hunt Electric’s in-house low voltage contractor - ECSI System Integrators (ECSI) is proud to announce the hire of a Rochester-based business development professional. This strategic hire formalizes ECSI’s presence in the region and is a pivotal step in expanding the low voltage services available to commercial businesses in this market. ECSI System Integrators (ECSI) announces new hire ECSI and Hunt Electric pride themselves on...

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation (‘Hitachi High-Tech’) has announced the launch of its GT2000 high-precision electron beam metrology system. GT2000 uses Hitachi High-Tech's technology and expertise in CD-SEM, where it holds the top market share. GT2000 is equipped with new detection systems to cutting-edge 3D semiconductor devices. It also utilizes low-damage high-speed multi-point measurement functions for High-NA EUV resist wafers imaging to minimize resist damage and improve yield i...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and TXOne Networks Inc. announced that they have signed a long-term cooperation agreement covering technology development and marketing, aiming at expanding the operational-technology (OT) security businesses of both companies. Emergence of IoT and DX OT and industrial control systems in manufacturing sites are often operated in closed environments, with IT and OT systems separated from each other. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) an...

Gentari Sdn Bhd, a clean energy solutions provider, intends to partner with Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) through its subsidiary, Gentari Green Mobility Sdn Bhd, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country, by exploring the potential development of EV charging infrastructure, along with value-added services, such as tailored charging subscription plans, that will enhance the customer experience of Mercedes-Benz EV owners. The potential charging point operations would be...

ABB has secured a contract with Auckland Transport (AT) to deliver the maritime world’s first-megawatt charging system (MCS) to recharge electric ferries using the same interface as trucks and airplanes. Lowering the barrier to entry, the standardized and highly adaptable system is expected to improve electric vessel competitiveness against fossil-fueled counterparts.  As part of its Mission Electric initiative, AT has ordered two 200-seat all-electric ferries and two 300-passenger h...

Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced that the RS Group plc, a global provider of product and service solutions to more than 1.1 million industrial customers, has selected Siemens as its strategic electronic design automation (EDA) provider for its new, cloud native, DesignSpark Circuit Simulator tool – empowering users to streamline the design process. After an extensive technical evaluation of available solutions, RS selected Siemens’ PartQuest™ software –...

Primax Electronics Ltd. announced its participation in CES 2024, where it will showcase a wide range of products and technologies. As a pioneering ODM manufacturer with expertise in interface, visual, and audio solutions, CES provides the ultimate platform for Primax to connect and collaborate with existing and potential partners, allowing it to display its one-stop-shop and high-quality customizable solutions to the world. To learn more, join Primax at CES 2024: CES Booth No. 1713,&...

Schneider Electric., the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, called on energy decision-makers to prioritize digital upgrades to realize the potential of sustainable, resilient, efficient and flexible Grids of the Future. Europe’s electricity systems The urgent call comes as world pioneers gather at COP28 in Dubai to accelerate climate action while at the same time, key players in the electric power industry meet at Enlit Europe 2023 in Paris, Fr...

Aico has announced the launch of The Skills Hub, a new initiative designed to provide a convenient and accessible learning environment. The Skills Hub will bring together a variety of training providers, keeping electricians and installers up to date with the latest industry updates. Aico has established itself as a pioneer in education within the sector, with several CPD-certified training courses now being delivered daily nationwide. More recently, Aico’s City & Guilds certified cou...

Siemens AG, a technology company, and Intel Corporation, one of the world’s largest semiconductor companies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on driving digitalization and sustainability of microelectronics manufacturing. The companies will focus on advancing future manufacturing efforts, evolving factory operations and cybersecurity, and supporting a resilient global industry ecosystem. advance semiconductor production “Semiconductors are the lifeb...

Prysmian Group, the world pioneer in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a contract worth in the region of €850 million by Eastern Green Link 1 Limited, a joint venture between the UK transmission grid owners SP Transmission plc and National Grid Electricity Transmission plc, to provide the cable systems for a major UK network development project between Scotland and England. The award of the EGL1, which has now been added to Prysmian’s order backlog, fo...

Lincoln Electric introduces the Velion™ DC Fast Charger for Electric Vehicles, a Level 3 DC fast charger platform that delivers fast charging speeds with unparalleled reliability for the ultimate performance and uptime. Designed with industrial-grade components, the Velion™ leverages Lincoln Electric’s more than a century of experience designing, testing and building high-quality industrial equipment that has stood the test of time, including 50+ years of experience manufactur...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced a $1,000,000 pledge to the NAED Education & Research Foundation (NERF) to support their Next Level Now campaign. Schneider Electric is the first manufacturer to join the industry-wide effort to develop insights, tools, and services that support the digital transformation and modernization of the distribution channel. Schneider Electric - a long-time member of N...

GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), a DNV Company, is proud to announce the launch of its new Hybrid Power Plant Controller (GPM Hybrid PPC). Power Plant Controllers (PPCs) are control systems designed for managing real and reactive power from plants, either directly or through a Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) solution. PPCs communicate with inverters and turbines able to receive commands, independently of the monitoring and control of the facilities, to ensure that the relevant Utility...

Intertek, a pioneering total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide, has announced its partnership with Emitech Group, the French independent testing and engineering specialist. Accredited to EN 17025 and EN 17065, a notified body, and a participant in the CB scheme, the Emitech Group brings expertise in training, testing, and engineering to organizations operating across consumer products, medical devices, transportation, and infrastructure. Emitech Group is supporting its customer...

Siemens Digital Industries Software has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Insight EDA Inc., an EDA software company delivering groundbreaking circuit reliability solutions to many of the world’s renowned integrated circuit (IC) design teams. Insight EDA’s technology identifies and helps address design specific potential circuit reliability failure areas, bolstering the confidence of design engineers in achieving first-pass silicon success. Circuit reliability Circ...

Siemens AG has taken measures to support the stability of Siemens Energy AG and accelerate separation in India – in the best possible interests of all parties. Specifically, Siemens intends to enter into a share purchase agreement with Siemens Energy to acquire an 18% stake in Siemens Ltd. India from Siemens Energy for a purchase price of 2.1 billion euro in cash. This would increase Siemens’ stake in the publicly listed - Siemens Ltd. India from 51% to 69%, while Siemens Energy&rsq...

Siemens continues to enable its customers globally to accelerate the energy transition, most recently through the implementation of its low-voltage software to Aspern Smart City Research (‘ASCR’) in Vienna. Using Siemens’ next generation grid management software, LV Insights® X, ASCR will be able to visualize the entire low-voltage network of aspern Seestadt, a part of Vienna. aspern Seestadt is one of Europe's largest urban development projects. With a digital twin, ASCR...

AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA introduced the AMG260M industrially hardened, ultra-compact fiber optic Gigabit Ethernet media converter. Available as both non-PoE models as well as PoE models with IEEE802.3at 30W or IEEE802.3bt 60/90W PoE or PoE-powered models. The AMG260M PoE PSE models are suitable for powering the latest high-power requirement PoE IP devices in difficult applications requiring equipment to be industrially hardened and immune from temperature, shock, and vibration....

Many contractors in the electrical and construction supply chains are confused and overwhelmed by the scale of change under the new Building Safety Act 2022, after it became enforceable on October 1st, says AEI cables. Cabling guidance The company is offering guidance to ensure the correct cabling is installed in all buildings, including what is considered to be ‘higher risk buildings.’ Higher-risk buildings under the act are those of at least 18 meters in height or at least seven...

At the SPS 2023 trade show in Nuremberg (November 14-16, 2023), B&R is showcasing some of the ways it partners with machine builders and manufacturers to navigate through huge industry transformations, while also being aligned to a sustainable future. Sustainability "Sustainability is at the top of the agenda as a fundamental consideration of what our customers need, what consumers want, and how we commit to a better future for all," said B&R CEO, Jörg Theis. Jörg Theis adds...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced at its Capital Markets Day meeting with investors - a $3 billion multi-year agreement with Compass Datacenters. The agreement extends the companies’ existing relationship that integrates their respective supply chains to manufacture and deliver prefabricated modular data center solutions.   Need for a new breed of data centers The skyrocketing gene...

The shift to smart manufacturing leverages advanced technologies to enhance yield, productivity, agility, efficiency, and safety while simultaneously reducing costs. Intelligent motion control is pivotal in this transformation. It often necessitates updating older factories by replacing fixed-speed motors and controls with superior motion control devices. These devices rely on advanced sensing for precise motion and power control. To achieve optimal workflow and production agility, designers m...

Viritech, the high-performance hydrogen powertrain solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Phil Wild as the company's new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The appointment of Phil Wild is a key strategic step for Viritech, with the company poised to commercialize its ground-breaking hydrogen powertrain technology in 2024. Wild's experience Boasting an exceptional track record of driving growth, Wild also brings engineering expertise and a wealth of experience in growing manufacturin...

Sensata Technologies has announced the launch of the Sensata Resonix RGD sensor, the first leak detection sensor with UL certification for multiple A2L refrigerant gases used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. The new leak detection sensors support HVAC manufacturers’ transition to refrigerants with a lower global warming impact. Sensata’s Resonix RGD sensors HFC gases have been widely used in air conditioning and refrigeration equipment for decades S...