Providing the customers with reliable electricity while also protecting the natural environment is incredibly important to ATCO Electric (ATCO). That’s why taking every possible measure to understand the causes and impacts of outages — and ultimately, how to prevent them — is a priority for ATCO teams around the world. In 2017, following an unusual pattern of outages impacting a section of two of the company’s transmission lines in east central Alberta, the ATCO team beg...
Contactors and Control relays are electrically operated switches used for switching loads and for controlling the electrical circuit respectively. Generally, the medium of quenching of arc is air, so they are called air break contactors & air break control relays. Since both switches are used in the same control panel, it is confusing for people to understand the difference between a contactor and a control relay. Similarity between Contactor and Control Relay Contactor and Control Relay...
When it comes to building an energy-efficient pumping system, the selection of the right motor control system is necessary for the pump. Pump controllers are designed to monitor flow and/or level variables and control the connected pump accordingly to efficiently maintain the levels. pump controller C&S Electric introduces a smart pump controller that has been designed using modern technologies Considering the need for farmers, C&S Electric introduces a smart pump controller that has...
E.ON has received a major order from the BMW Group: the company will install and operate one of the largest charging networks in Germany, at BMW Group locations. In the future, BMW employees and guests will be able to recharge their electric vehicles comfortably and cheaply with green electricity at more than 4,100 new charging points in the parking lots of production plants, development centers, and office locations. Around half of the charging points will be accessible to the public. The firs...
Infinitum Electric, a motor technology company delivering ultra-high-efficiency, durable, lightweight, and IoT-enabled electric motors, built with patented printed circuit board stator technology and integrated motor controls announced that it has closed a $12.5 million Series B round of financing. This follows a successful Series A round completed in January, bringing total funding to $15.2 million. The Series B round was led by Cottonwood Technology Fund (CTF) and includes participation from...
Electric mobility in Germany is accelerating: More and more people are changing over to climate-friendly electric vehicles. According to the latest plans of the German government, ten million vehicles on German roads will be electrically powered by 2030. This means a fundamental change for the entire system: for private individuals, companies, network operators, and energy suppliers. electrification of transport The increasing number of charging stations leads to a rising demand for elec...
United Electric Controls (UEC) added ammonia and hydrocarbon sensors to its Vanguard WirelessHART Gas Detector. The benefits of wireless gas detection are that it can reduce compliance costs and improve safety by eliminating the need for wiring and terminations, reducing installation costs by as much as 80 percent, and enabling greater coverage density. United Electric Controls WirelessHART gas leak detectors reduce costs and improve safety further because they can run on a single battery for f...
United Electric Controls, a producer of safety, alarm and emergency shutdown technology, has added ammonia and hydrocarbons sensors to its Vanguard WirelessHART Gas Detector. Wireless gas detection reduces compliance costs and improves safety by eliminating the need for wiring and terminations, reducing installation costs by as much as 80 per cent and enabling greater coverage density. United Electric Controls WirelessHART gas leak detectors reduce costs and improve safety further because the...
United Electric Controls, a producer of safety, alarm and emergency shutdown technology, is demonstrating its line of smart switches for power industry applications. This includes its One Series electronic pressure and temperature switches with optional 4-20 mA output that replace electromechanical switches, and its One Series Field Safety SystemÔ for safety-critical applications. Increasing system reliability “The power industry has relied on United Electric Controls electr...
Lars A. Rosumek will be the new Head of E.ON’s 'Communications & Political Affairs' division. He will join the company in the first quarter of 2020. “I’m very pleased that E.ON will be bringing on board an outstanding communications executive like Lars A. Rosumek,"said E.ON CEO, Johannes Teyssen. Digital transformation experience I’m certain he will bring new perspectives to our communications and political affairs activities" Johannes Teyssen adds, "He has...
Altra Industrial Motion Corp. will be displaying cutting-edge power transmission solutions for the automation sector at SPS 2019 event. Representatives from major global brands, such as Bauer Gear Motor, Huco Dynatork, Matrix, Stromag, Thomson, and Warner Electric will all be present throughout the show – highlighting products that directly address challenges currently facing operators of automated equipment. SPS 2019 SPS 2019 takes place from 26th to 28th November, 2019, at Nuremberg M...
In November 2019, a 60 Mvar high-voltage Magnetically Controlled Shunt Reactor (MCSR) of NR was successfully put into operation in the Alto Chingo 220kV substation in South Kwanza province, Angola. Alto Chingo 220kV substation is a key hub on the network channel in central and southern Angola. There were two main problems: light load before networking and over-voltage problems after networking. Set of MCSR solutions Through system analysis and research, it is planned to install a set of 60Mva...
In November 2019, the 60Mvar high-voltage Magnetically Controlled Shunt Reactor (MCSR) of NR was successfully put into operation in Alto Chingo 220kV substation in south Kwanza province, Angola. Alto Chingo 220kV substation is a key hub on the network channel in central and southern Angola. There were two main problem: light load before networking and over-voltage problems after networking. Through system analysis and research, it is planned to install a set of 60Mvar magnetically controlled c...
Luminus Devices expands its illumination portfolio with the introduction of the Salud line of 3030 mid-power LEDs. Salud LEDs are the first with datasheet specified melanopic ratios in addition to CRI, R9, CCT, and Flux. By enhancing the spectrum with cyan for melatonin suppression and enriching the 660nm emission for natural skin tones and excellent red-rendering, Luminus Salud LEDs can deliver warmer, more comfortable light that keeps people healthy, alert, and productive. Lighting and Produ...
Luminus Devices expands its illumination portfolio with the introduction of the Salud line of 3030 mid-power LEDs. Salud LEDs are the first with datasheet-specified melanopic ratios (MRs) in addition to CRI, R9, CCT, and Flux. By enhancing the spectrum with cyan for melatonin suppression and enriching the 660 nm emission for natural skin tones and excellent red-rendering, Luminus Salud LEDs can deliver warmer, more comfortable light that keeps people healthy, alert, and productive. Stan...
Gephart has been selected by Ryan Companies as the design-build electrical contractor for the 10 West office building located in St. Louis Park’s West End. This 11-story building spans over 343,000 SF and will include amenities such as a rooftop deck, fitness center, conference rooms, and retail space. The project also includes an eight-level, 370,000 SF, parking garage with a connecting link to the office building. Gephart is nearing completion of the design phase which involves the layo...
OverIT is proud to announce that it has just achieved the 'Real Gold Partner' status in the RealWear Partner Network (RPN). The RPN includes RealWear-ready independent software vendors, developers, resellers, value-added resellers, and systems integrators, and the 'Gold' status is the highest partnership level within this program. Gold Partners The partnership level is limited to partners that demonstrate a significant investment in RealWear and the ruggedized, hands-free, voice-activated c...
Axpo, SN Energie, and tb.glarus are modernizing the grid infrastructure in the Canton of Glarus. Jointly defined measures will sustainably enhance power supply to residents and businesses in the region of Glarus-Schwanden taking environmental aspects into account. Axpo and SN Energie are responsible for the supra-regional grid infrastructure in the Glarus-Schwanden region. Technische Betriebe Glarus (tb.glarus) is in charge of the local distribution grid. The three energy companies are pooling...
CP Electronics and Wattstopper (a USA subsidiary of Legrand) will be showcasing their brand new innovative outdoor lighting solutions at Europe’s largest annual lighting event, LuxLive 2019. The two lighting controls manufacturers will be demonstrating how they are disrupting the outdoor lighting market, with their digital sensors and network-controlled solutions. The collaborative solutions are set to pave the way for smarter, more efficient outdoor lighting that ensures substantial...
The U.S. 31 bridge that spans the Grand River in Grand Haven, Michigan recently underwent a major rehabilitation, including new mechanical and electrical components. The bridge is one of the busiest in the state with more than 60,000 vehicle crossings on an average day, and 120,000 crossings during summer holiday weekends. Built-in 1958, the double-leaf bascule bridge had undergone previous piecemeal updates. However, it began to experience more serious malfunctions, including getting locked in...
E.ON confirms its cultural commitment in Berlin and once again supports the Festival of Lights as an exclusive presenter. The internationally established light art event will take place from October 11 - 20th, and will once again inspire millions of visitors from all over the world. Light artists will transform Berlin's sites into living works of art with multi-dimensional video technology. international street art challenge "Free your Energy" will be attended by renowned artists from all fou...
The North Loop is one of the busiest recreation districts in Minneapolis. What does that mean for local restaurants? Lots of hungry diners and lots of competition. Neighborhood newcomer Graze Provisions and Libations has a solution for that: teaming up! collective dining destination Graze is a collective dining destination with vendors selling food, baked goods, coffee, and the strong stuff and ECSI got it fully wired. Choosing entertainment is almost as hard as choosing lunch: cat...
Following the European Commission’s clearance of the takeover of innogy today, E.ON intends to swiftly carry out the integration of innogy into the Group. “The new E.ON’s future begins today. The integration of innogy will create a company fully dedicated to putting customers at the center of everything it does.” “We want to partner with our customers to actively shape the new energy world while becoming more innovative, using energy with ever-greater efficien...
Gephart Electric has been awarded the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Expansion in Cherokee, North Carolina, USA. This project is a 660,000 SF addition with a 20-story high-rise containing 725 hotel guestrooms. The low-rise component contains an exhibit hall, conference space, concourse, pool, and retail space. This will be the first major project Gephart has built with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company which is a major player in the hospitality market. They are also excited to build...
DENSO Corporation, the world’s second-largest mobility supplier, will be showcasing new mobility solutions at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) 2019 in Germany, Frankfurt Messe, Hall 9, from the 10th to the 22nd of September 2019. At the show, DENSO will feature some of its latest developments in automotive technology as part of its long-term commitment to accelerate future mobility and maximize its contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Shaping the future of mobility Th...
GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in digital product engineering, announced that, effective immediately, George H. Schmidt joins as an advisor to the Board of Directors. Mr. Schmidt recently completed a sixteen-year tenure at Accenture Switzerland, leaving his position as Managing Director of Financial Services to found the private equity and management consulting firm SeeCap Advisory AG. He will draw on his deep professional experience—which ranges from delivering consultant services to i...
Gephart has been selected as the electrical contractor by JE Dunn for the University of Minnesota’s Pillsbury Hall Rehabilitation project. With more than 75 projects completed on campus over the last 13 years, they are excited to get to work on this iconic building and the new home for the Department of English and Creative Writing Program.
ECSI recently wrapped up a fun new restaurant project - Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse in downtown Rochester and people's mouths are still watering! Twelve new big-screen TVs and JBL speakers throughout the chophouse serve up a next-level dining experience. Central monitoring State-of-the-art camera, data, and commercial security system additions make monitoring simple. This means Pittsburgh Blue has more time to focus on the fun stuff, making more delicious food. Swing in for a bite...
Axpo has received approval from the respective authorities for the definitive acquisition of the French photovoltaics (PV) company - Urbasolar. The transaction will make Axpo an important market player in the development and construction of solar plants in France and Europe. Acquisition of Urbasolar On May 2, 2019, Axpo announced that it had concluded an agreement for the purchase of Urbasolar, with headquarters in Montpellier, France. The takeover of the photovoltaics company is now finalize...
For decades, OverIT has been internationally recognized for leadership, vision, and product innovation. It pioneered the mobilization of Field Service, starting from paperless modalities, through the use of applications in off-line mode, to the achievement of the so-called Field Service revolution. The goal is clear: to simplify the operating procedures for field technicians. Geocall 9 Geocall 9 heralds the dawn of a new era, where information can be accessed at any time thro...