Labcraft, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance LED lighting for commercial vehicles, has launched a fully redesigned website that makes it easier for customers to find and specify the right lighting solutions for their vehicles.  At the heart of the new site is an interactive product configurator, developed in direct response to customer feedback requesting a faster, more intuitive way to identify suitable lighting for specific vehicle types and applications. Rather...

Wasatch Electric provided a complete range of low-voltage, power distribution, and electrical controls solutions for two new projects at the Utah State Correctional Facility (USCF): the facility’s Medical Mental Health building, as well as its Women’s General Population and Vocational, Dining, and Programs buildings. BIM was integrated into both projects early, and Wasatch’s in-house capabilities were essential for helping ensure the seamless installation of all systems and co...

Wasatch Electrical provided all electrical services for Stadler’s new, 230,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, their first in the U.S. Because of the tight project schedule, as well as the building’s size and large scope of work, the crews needed to be highly efficient, productive, and organized. Using and improving on successful material and resource management practices, Wasatch Electric was able to successfully finish the project on-time and on-budget. Client Objectives Sta...

ENR Midwest completed its assessment of eligible projects for its Best Projects Awards, and the Delta Energy Park, a significant project for Newkirk Electric, was named winner of the Energy/Industrial category. Newkirk Electric partnered with Barton Malow and the Lansing Board of Water and Light to complete this impressive new 250MW natural gas-fired power plant. The Delta Energy Park was one of the most significant projects in Newkirk’s 60+ year history. Non-process package Multiple d...

Emerson announced that its Appleton Group iron casting facility has received a 2025 Energy Excellence Award from Focus on Energy®. The award recognizes companies in Wisconsin that go above and beyond basic energy efficiency solutions, both within their own organizations and those they support. As one of 11 recipients, the South Milwaukee foundry proves how energy-efficient industrial facilities can reduce costs, contribute to a healthier environment and strengthen local economies. Emerson'...

MKS Inc., a provider of enabling technologies that transform the world, has announced Newport™ ODiate® Raman Longpass Filters, precision optical filters specifically designed for Raman spectrographs, at Laser World of Photonics 2025 in Munich. Built on the advanced Newport ODiate thin film coating platform, ODiate Raman Longpass Filters are designed to deliver critical performance advantages for researchers and instrument manufacturers by enhancing signal clarity and simplifying syste...

Delta, a global provider of power and thermal management solutions, has introduced a containerized smart plant factory and its building automation solutions at Punggol Digital District (PDD), Singapore’s first smart business district planned by JTC – a statutory board under Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry. As one of four initial corporations joining the district, Delta integrated a broad range of energy-efficient industrial automation, thermal management and LED lig...

South Africa has committed to net-zero emissions by 2050, but the country’s power crisis is putting achieving this in jeopardy. Consequently, the cabinet has recently approved the Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan (JET IP), which will purportedly guide South Africa’s transition to a low-carbon economy through the scaling up of renewable energy sources while also meeting the country’s energy needs and ensuring inclusive economic growth and employment. However, a balanc...

Emerson was recognized with the 2025 Better Project Award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) at the Better Plants Summit on May 1 in Washington D.C. The award highlights Emerson’s success in achieving significant heating and energy savings with a new building management system (BMS) at its South Milwaukee foundry. Reduce natural gas consumption Emerson was able to reduce natural gas consumption by 20%, nearly 13,000 MMBtu The foundry, which manufactures electrical fittings, enclo...

Smoke, fire, and flames claim numerous lives in South Africa, ranking among the top causes of death. In addition, the Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa has reported that almost one-tenth of all fires stem from electrical sources. “However, many are unaware that counterfeit electrical products play a major role in fueling these incidents. To safeguard local households, it is crucial to raise awareness and illuminate the extent of this problem,” says Dr Andrew D...

Wieland Electric is proud to announce that its samos® PRO MOTION Controller has been selected as the Gold winner in the Control Systems category of the Plant Engineering 2025 Product of the Year awards program. This award highlights the samos® PRO MOTION Controller’s innovation, performance, and contribution to advancing industrial automation and safety. Designed for high-performance motion control and functional safety, the samos® PRO MOTION delivers powerful real-time capab...

Syzygy Plasmonics, the global pioneer in electrified biogas-to-SAF technology announces the initiation of Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) with Kent for NovaSAF 1, the world's first electrified biogas-to-SAF facility. The site will serve as a model for scalable, low-cost sustainable aviation fuel production. This company milestone advances Syzygy's mission to seize the significant global opportunity to profitably convert biogas into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using clean electricit...

South Africa's water crisis is intensifying as failing infrastructure, droughts, and shrinking reservoir levels strain municipalities. Gauteng is already facing level one restrictions, while eThekwini’s water curtailments will continue until September. With demand set to outstrip supply by 17% in five years, urgent solutions are needed. Dr. Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBi-electric: low voltage, urges national and local governments to adopt smart...

Nowadays, products are experiencing progressively shorter life cycles, demanding businesses to enhance their production flexibility. The key to navigating this challenge lies in embracing adaptable technologies capable of swiftly accommodating frequent redesigns. Precise and automated machinery emerges as a cornerstone in maintaining quality, accuracy and aesthetics in manufacturing processes. With the industry facing a shortage of skilled labor, the significance of intuitive, highly automated...

IEC60601-1 Edition 3.2 is the internationally recognized safety standard for medical electrical/electronic equipment. It covers the basic safety and essential performance requirements, in order to protect both operators and patients. It includes strict guidance for critical parameters, such as isolation voltages, creepage and clearance distances and leakage currents. Compliance with the standard is vital to prevent risk of electric shocks which could cause serious injury or even prove fata...

On The Tools, the UK’s largest online construction community, is proud to announce a new sector partnership with City Electrical Factors (CEF) – the UK’s pioneering electrical wholesaler – in a shared mission to better support and celebrate the UK’s electrical workforce. Awareness of CEF’s offerings With a network of nearly twice as many distribution outlets as their nearest competitor, CEF is known for offering unrivaled customer service, deep product knowl...

Marking its 4th edition, the Mozambique Energy & Industry Summit (MEIS 2025) is proud to announce its highly anticipated return, taking place in the dynamic province of Cabo Delgado – the heart of Mozambique’s natural gas discoveries. As one of Africa’s most exciting energy frontiers, Cabo Delgado is rapidly emerging as a global focal point for LNG development. By convening MEIS in the very heart of the energy industry, the summit underscores its unique role as a catalyst...

As part of a long-term modernization project at the Baltimore Washington International Airport, Helios Electric was retained to perform design-assist, system integration, and on-site field engineering services.  The project involved replacing an existing 7.5/10.5 MVA outdoor substation transformer and performing retrofit services at the corresponding medium-voltage switchgear lineups.  Electrical Protection Upgrade The SEL-787 transformer protection relay was installed to perform...

Luminus Devices is expanding its Gen4 LED COB portfolio with two new Pico-COBs with high-output and very small light emitting surfaces (LES) that enable spot lights with compact form factors, narrow beam angles, and high center beam candle power. Small, 6mm LES COBs are typically limited to approximately 9 degree viewing angles. Precision Spotlighting Luminus’ new Pico-COBs enable fixtures with viewing angles as narrow as 3 to 5 degrees Luminus’ new Pico-COBs enable fixtures with...

In the ever-evolving landscape of electrical services, the journey towards condition monitoring represents a significant leap forward. Now, customers face challenges, such as aging workforce and infrastructure, rising cost of energy and operation, and lack of transparency to the condition of key building systems. Dealing with these challenges will require a transformation driven by the need for enhanced reliability, efficiency, and safety in electrical distribution systems, with increased autom...

Water authorities in Johannesburg have warned that the city's water and sanitation grid is on the verge of collapse, raising questions about the security of its water supply.  While Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda recently unveiled a comprehensive water security strategy, Dr. Andrew Dickson, Engineering Executive at CBI-electric: low voltage, believes that a crucial aspect is missing - saving electricity. Electricity disruptions "Electricity disruptions are hampering the city's water supply,"...

Delta, a pioneer in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, announced the launch of its next-generation DC Wallbox 50kW EV charger. Designed to meet the demands of public and commercial charging applications, the upgraded model delivers advanced functionality and an optimized user-centric experience, ensuring seamless and efficient charging for both operators and electric vehicle (EV) drivers. EV charging infrastructure "The next-generation DC Wallbox 50kW exemplif...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company, announced the appointment of Srinivas (Srini) Shankar as its Chief Business Officer (CBO) and Head of Global Industries. With over two decades of professional experience, Srini brings a wealth of expertise in driving revenue growth and enhancing client satisfaction. Businesses across industries are investing in the development of digital products, platforms, and experiences with the aim of evolving customer engagement and forging novel business models...

As a result of this merger, Fortech, a GlobalLogic company, will operate in Romania as GlobalLogic, and the brand integration will be completed in the following period. In accordance with the terms of the definitive agreement signed in November 2022, GlobalLogic will finalize the complete integration of Fortech into the GlobalLogic group of companies over the course of the next few months. “Over the past two decades, we have not only established a company but also forged a reliable allian...

Siemens is ramping up investments in the U.S. to support and benefit from America’s industrial tech growth. “The industrial tech sector is the basis to boost manufacturing in America and there’s no company more prepared than Siemens to make this future a reality for customers from small and medium sized enterprises to industrial giants,” said Roland Busch, President and CEO of Siemens AG. Recent investments of Altair The $285 million investment is expected to create ov...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure and DOMO Chemicals, a provider of sustainable polyamide solutions, announces a significant milestone in their joint effort to promote sustainable practices in the electrical industry. DOMO Chemicals has successfully developed and validated a new, high-performance TECHNYL® 4EARTH® polyamide 6 (PA6) material to be used for Siemens applications, which incorporates recycled content and advanced flame-retardant technology. Commercial electrical installations S...

As Women in Construction Week kicks off on March 3, Canyon State Electric (CSE) is proud to celebrate the hard-working women who are creating lasting change in the industry. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, only 11% of workers in construction are women—but that number is steadily climbing as women build thriving careers in the trades.  NCCER-accredited apprenticeship program The program has drawn young women who are thriving in a career dominated by men Last summer, CSE launch...

GlobalLogic Japan was established in April 2022. The work of the company is to investigate and implement team structure and processes that will enable customers in Japan to accelerate their digital businesses and pursue DX successfully. This article describes the team structure and processes that combine the innovative knowledge and methodologies of GlobalLogic, a pioneer in design-led digital engineering, with the extensive business track record of Hitachi, Ltd., and the business understanding...

A contactor is an electromechanical switch used to switch an electrical power circuit. Unlike manual switches, contactors can be handled remotely and are developed to handle high currents, making them essential in many industrial applications. Their most common application involves control of electric motors. Other applications include lighting, heating, capacitor banks, and other electrical loads.  In the world of industrial automation, overseeing the direction of electric motors is nece...

The Westerscheldetunnel, a vital infrastructure asset managed by N.V. Westerscheldetunnel on behalf of the Province of Zeeland, is the longest tunnel in the Netherlands at 6.6 kilometers underwater. As a key transportation route, the tunnel ensures smooth connectivity between regions, making its uninterrupted operation critical. A power outage in such an environment could jeopardize the safety of travelers by disrupting critical systems, such as lighting, ventilation, and signaling. Industrial...