Volta Trucks, the disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced another significant milestone on its journey to production, receiving European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero vehicle. The European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA) certification allows Volta Trucks to produce and sell the all-electric Volta Zero in volume. It’s the process used to ensure that all vehicles meet the stringent and...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. have announced that they have reached a definitive agreement to integrate their power generator systems businesses under a joint venture. As previously announced, the two firms agreed in principle last December 26 on a plan to transfer their respective businesses focused on power-generator systems to a proposed joint-venture company, which Mitsubishi Electric and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries will both be the shareholder, effec...

Ingeteam, in its firm commitment to provide equipment that contributes to the decarbonization of the planet, will be presenting at The Smarter E - Intersolar - Power 2 drive and at EVS36, its new range of RAPID 60 chargers, for fast charging, 60 kW, to meet the potential of the most demanding vehicles. They have been designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance in terms of power management, communications, reliability, and efficiency. dynamic power management The main des...

ABB is supplying an innovative energy supply solution to enhance safety, productivity, and operational efficiency, at six vivo smartphone manufacturing sites. ABB Electrification Smart Power is supporting electronics manufacturers as they expand operations across Asia, delivering power supply resilience and reliability for critical operations. vivo is the world’s fifth largest smartphone brand with annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. The company has headquarters...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that its Taipei-based affiliate - Shihlin Electric & Engineering Corporation (Shihlin Electric) has received an order from Taiwan Power Company for Taiwan’s first static synchronous compensator (STATCOM) for power grid stabilization. STATCOMs are devices that control and stabilize voltage in power systems by instantly providing reactive power. The STATCOM from Mitsubishi Electric will be delivered to the Nanke Substation in Tainan and inst...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Coherent Corp., a globally renowned company in materials, networking, and lasers, have announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a program to scale manufacturing of SiC power electronics on a 200 mm technology platform. The market for electric vehicles is expanding worldwide and is just one of several emerging applications driving the exponential growth in SiC power devices, which have lower energy losses, higher op...

Prysmian Group, the globally renowned company in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has received the notification from SP Transmission plc and National Grid Electricity Transmission plc, two of the GB transmission grid owners, selecting them as the exclusive preferred bidder for the Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) cable connection. Prysmian Group continues the contract negotiations with the aim of concluding the contract later this year. Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) HVDC cable connectio...

Commsignia Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that they have agreed to form a strategic partnership to deliver Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technology combining Commsignia’s V2X solution and Mitsubishi Electric’s High-Definition Locator (HDL) technology in a V2X platform that will support the safety of autonomous-driving and advanced-driver-assistance systems (ADAS). V2X - key communication technology Commsignia and Mitsubishi Electric will aim at the early delivery...

AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA introduces the AMG 570 series of 11-port industrially hardened Layer 2+ Ethernet switches with PoE for applications requiring up to 90 Watts of operating power. The AMG570 Series offers Layer 2 network management with additional Layer 3 capabilities, such as DHCP and static routing. The need for higher wattage PoE continues to drive innovation throughout the industry. AMG570 Series Models with up to 90W of energy can power a multitude of devices inclu...

Delta is exhibiting a wide range of smart, energy-efficient, and highly integrated industrial automation hardware and software solutions engineered for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications at SPS Italia 2023. Products on display The demonstration includes Delta’s AX-3 series motion controller which offers a host of features to meet customers’ diverse needs and a new IIoT function card for the PLC series to enable various IIoT applications.   Delta&rsquo...

In a step to address the fast-growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in India, Siemens Limited has signed an agreement to acquire the EV division of Mumbai-based Mass-Tech Controls Private Limited. The division is engaged in design, engineering and manufacturing of a wide range of AC chargers, and 30 to 300kW capacity DC chargers for various end applications for EVs. The cost of the acquisition is approximately Rs. 380 million (EUR 4.3 million) on a cash free and debt...

ECS Industrial Computer Co., Ltd., (ECSIPC) is pleased to announce its participation at Computex 2023. As a complete solution provider, it will introduce a wide range of comprehensive new products for smart retail, automation intelligence, information kiosks, and lottery terminals, including the LIVA Z5 Plus mini-PC series, B760H7-M8, and Q670H7-IS1 motherboards.  smart charging solutions ECSIPC will exhibit its comprehensive smart charging solutions including an AC charger for home and...

Electric Ireland has teamed up with former Minor legends, Kilkenny’s Michael Fennelly and Mayo’s Seamie O’Shea, to launch the 2023 Electric Ireland GAA All-Ireland Minor Championship. Electric Ireland understands participation in Gaelic Games plays a key role in supporting young people to shape their future success on and off the field of play. These moments as a Minor have a major impact, often long after their participation in the Championships has ended. Electric Ireland&r...

Sensata Technologies announced the launch of the c-BMS24X, a new compact Battery Management System (BMS) that addresses the latest market needs for industrial applications, low-voltage electric vehicles, and energy storage systems. c-BMS24X The c-BMS24X uses advanced software functionality that enables improvements in vehicle range, uptime, battery health, and performance in applications up to 24 cells in series and 2000 amps like energy storage systems (ESS), scooters, 3-wheelers, forklifts,...

Bosch Power Tools, with founding partners - FEIN and Rothenberger, announced the launch of AMPShare – Powered by Bosch now available in the U.S. and Canada. This global multi-brand battery alliance advances these companies' shared vision for battery efficiency, offering trade professionals the best and widest reaching 18V power system that’s compatible across brands, applications, and even countries. This launch expands on the previously launched AMPShare platform in the European Un...

Business Development Resources (BDR), a trusted provider of business coaching and training services for the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries, is excited to announce the return of its Leadership Excellence Academy this fall. This innovative program helps owners, managers, and team leaders develop leadership skills and build high-performance teams that drive business growth and success. Leadership Excellence Academy The Leadership Excellence Academy is a one-year leadership development...

In order to expand the residential recharging chain, WEG and General Motors (GM) are joining forces to provide customized services and state-of-the-art AC recharging stations of the WEMOB - WEG Electric Mobility line, which are now offered by the Chevrolet dealer network, specialized in electric vehicles. Currently, there are 78 dealers duly authorized to provide the recharging solutions, as well as sales and service of the brand's electric vehicles. WEG and GM partnership We are confident th...

With Sinamics S200, Siemens is launching a new servo drive system designed for a variety of standard applications in the battery, electronics, as well as other industries. It consists of a precise servo drive, powerful servo motors and easy-to-use cables and offers high dynamic performance. Applications that require precision in speed and torque, such as winding and unwinding machines in battery manufacturing and cell assembly, particularly benefit from the new servo drive system. Sinamics S20...

Introducing the newest innovation in multi-sensor alarms from Aico, the Ei3030 Multi-Sensor Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm. The flagship alarm in Aico’s technologically advanced 3000 Series - the Ei3030 combines individual Optical, Heat and CO sensors, for the ultimate fire and CO response. Aico continues to evolve its offering to provide products that align with its customers’ requirements while maintaining the simplicity that Installers love. The Ei3030 multi-sensor Fire and...

Delta expands its panel mount power supply PMR series by releasing the new 240 W model, which is applicable to industrial, commercial, and household applications.  The new 240 W model provides an output power of up to 240 W and nominal output voltages of 12 V, 24 V, 36 V, and 48 V. The compact form factor design fits in limited installation space such as control cabinets, machinery, vending machines, and test & measure equipment. new 240 W model of PMR series The model is also fully...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced that its ME Innovation Fund has invested in Elephantech Inc. The startup is the first company in the world to successfully mass-produce printed circuit boards using metal inkjet printing. This is the fund's fourth investment in a target company. Under its mission of making the world sustainable with new manufacturing technologies, Elephantech uses its metal inkjet printing and copper plating technologies to manufacture and sell P-Flex® flexible...

RECOM strengthened its distribution network in Japan with the addition of Midoriya Electric, specializing in AC/DC, DC/DC converters, switching regulators, and LED drivers. Yosuke Sato, Director & General Manager, 1st International Division, Midoriya Electric, expressed, “RECOM's product portfolio has very good synergy with our other line cards. We are very excited about expanding sales of RECOM products.” ideal distribution partner According to Jordi Torrebadell, Director of...

Iskra is coming to the internationally renowned exhibition - PCIM Europe 2023, which is taking place at Nuremberg Messe from May 9 – 11, 2023. So, get ready to experience the future of electronics and renewable energy solutions at the event! Iskra will be present from May 9 to May 11, 2023 for PCIM Europe 2023 exhibition, at Hall 7, booth 621, at Nuremberg Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. Iskra at PCIM Europe 2023 event The Iskra Team looks forward to meeting everyone live at the upcoming P...

Ingeteam has developed a new central inverter for large-scale battery systems. This new product, commercially known as IS STORAGE 3Power HV, is specifically intended for energy storage plants developed with batteries up to a maximum voltage of 1500 V DC. The first units of the new central inverter will start to be delivered in July 2023 for a project based in Italy. IS STORAGE 3Power HV central inverter This inverter, which can achieve up to 3.93 MVA of battery discharge power operating a...

ABB announced that the company has completed its acquisition of the Siemens low voltage NEMA motor business. The transaction was originally announced August 11, 2022, and financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The business employs around 600 people and generated revenues of approximately US$ 63 million in 2021. The acquisition of this business is part of the Motion business area’s profitable growth strategy. It strengthens ABB’s position as a major industrial NE...

Scolmore announced the company has added a new Metal Clad Outboard Rocker Socket to its Click Essentials wiring accessories range. The new 13A 2 Gang DP 3 Pin Safety Shutter Switched Socket Outlet with Outboard Rockers (Twin Earth) joins the growing Click Metal Clad range, which also includes a number of 2-way switch plates, switched sockets, safety shutter switched sockets and fused connection units. New Metal Clad Outboard Rocker Socket added to Range  The Metal Clad range features ele...

A new analysis of site data from 12 Keltbray construction projects has revealed staggering savings since the business introduced Aggreko’s battery technologies to decarbonize its power usage and reduce running costs.  Keltbray is a construction engineering specialist delivering integrated solutions for complex building and infrastructure sectors across the UK. Recognized by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) for its efforts to quantifiably reduce the carbon emissions on its pro...

Schneider Electric, a globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced a new relationship with UL Solutions, a global provider in applied safety science, to offer its customers access to inspection and testing services that meet the scope requirements of the UL Verified Healthy Building Mark. This new relationship demonstrates Schneider Electric’s continued commitment to providing its customers with the tools and resources needed t...

Schneider Electric, the globally renowned company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Javed Ahmad as the Senior Vice President of its Global Supply Chain North America organization. A 32-year company veteran with expertise in manufacturing, operations, and logistics, Javed Ahmad will be based in Nashville, Tennessee, USA — the hub for Schneider Electric’s supply chain operation for the region that generated more than US...

FPT Industrial, an Iveco Group brand, will be exhibiting at ACT Expo 2023, being held at the Anaheim Convention Center (Anaheim, California, USA) from 1 to 4 May 2023. One of the manufacturers of power units, FPT Industrial will be welcoming customers, partners and attendees at 2nd level - meeting room 251B to show off its range of ePowertrain products and solutions. FPT Industrial is one of the major global players in the world of electric propulsion, designing, developing and producing a wide...