Siemens Mobility, a provider of sustainable and innovative rail solutions, and Railpool, one of Europe’s rail vehicle rental companies, have signed a preliminary agreement to purchase a 15,000 square meters plot from Consorzio ZAI. The site is located within the Verona Interporto logistics hub, the largest integrated traffic terminal in Italy. With a joint investment of around €20 million, the two companies intend to jointly develop a state-of-the-art expert center for locomotive ma...

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...

With assistance from multiple departments within SWEPCO, the ribbon was cut on a much-anticipated grand opening of the new Travel Centers of Americas truck stop and EV charging station near Hosston, Louisiana. “This is what we do,” expressed Jeff Thigpen, SWEPCO Alternate Energy Resource Manager while addressing a large crowd of Caddo Parish and state leaders during the Friday, April 5, 2024, grand opening. “It’s really forward thinking. They put electric charging on si...

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...

Siemens has announced the launch of the SICHARGE FLEX product family, its next-generation electric vehicle (EV) distributed charging system, designed to be flexible, reliable, and economical – adaptable for a variety of use cases. Designed with modularity, scalability, and versatile adaptability, SICHARGE FLEX underscores Siemens’ unwavering commitment to leading the charge in smart infrastructure and the global transition to electric mobility. SICHARGE FLEX As the demand for robu...

Nidec Advance Technology Corporation announced that it will exhibit products at electronica India 2025, an event to be held in Bangalore, India from Wednesday, September 17 – Friday, September 19, 2025. In this exhibit, which is a largest of its kind in India to showcase all kinds of electronics ranging from electronic components to manufacturing equipment to semiconductors to electronic substrates and circuits, the company will display its mainstream products, including the latest models...

As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to surge, the need for reliable and efficient EV charging infrastructure becomes increasingly critical. NOARK Electric, a pioneering supplier of low-voltage electrical components, is at the forefront of this transformation, offering cutting-edge solutions that optimize EV charging systems.  Among these solutions, the M2G Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) works in tandem with the Ex9C300 Contactor to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliab...

Electrification is gathering pace, moving from a mobility-focused trend into a catalyst for broader engineering and manufacturing change. As manufacturers, systems integrators and designers look beyond combustion and hydraulic technologies, this brings fresh demands on supply chains, productivity and design principles. Here, Simon Farnfield, event director at Advanced Engineering, explores the impact of electrification and the challenges facing the engineering community as they make the t...

Copley Controls, a global pioneer in the motion control industry, announces the release of its Nano High Power (Nano HP) and Nano Plus High Power (Plus-HP) digital servo drives for brush and brushless motors. Both series expand Copley’s compact Nano family and feature redesigned power boards for higher current output, making them ideal for traction motor applications in autonomous mobile robots (AMR), automated guided vehicles (AGV) and other space-limited mobile robotics requiring higher...

Comnet, a major manufacturer of mission-critical industrial networking solutions, announced the release of an ultra-resilient, high-power PoE switch. As the first in Comnet’s new line of IEEE802.3bt-compliant Ethernet switches, the CNGE10FX2TX8MSBT switch delivers a powerful combination of performance, flexibility, and durability — ideal for powering next-generation devices in extreme environments. High-performance applications The switch’s flexible power architecture allow...

TME's product range has been expanded to include PowerLok power connectors from Amphenol GEC. This is a new offering from a renowned supplier, primarily aimed at manufacturers and electrical engineers focused on the EV and hybrid automotive industries. Additionally, the presented products are also suitable for renewable energy installations, especially energy storage systems. Although all introduced products belong to the same family, this offering should be divided into two groups: PowerLok G...

ALVA Industries (Alva) and Copley Controls are partnering to present a joint live demonstration at Automatica 2025, showcasing the integration of Alva’s SlimTorq™ frameless motors with Copley’s high-performance Accelnet BPL-090-30 servo drive. Copley’s compact and efficient The demo, available throughout the show at Alva’s booth (Hall B6, Booth 521) combines Alva’s zero-cogging, frameless SlimTorq™ motor with Copley’s compact and efficient servo...

Designed for even greater flexibility and a wide range of applications: The new 1218 SXR and 1228 SXR DC motors. These models expand FAULHABER’s proven DC motor portfolio and set new standards in performance and versatility for miniature drive systems. Needs of modern drive solutions The new SXR motors offer standard higher performance and a broader range of configuration options to meet the demands of modern drive solutions. They provide flexible voltage variants from 3V to 18V, as wel...

The global automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary transformation with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs). As the world shifts towards sustainable transportation solutions, traditional car parts suppliers are experiencing seismic shifts in their business models. The transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs is not only changing the mechanics of automobiles but also reshaping the dynamics of the car parts supplier industry. internal combustion engines Unlike...

In an era defined by technological advancements and environmental consciousness, the United Kingdom stands at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. As the adoption of electric vehicles accelerates, the importance of an efficient and secure charging infrastructure becomes paramount. Beyond the convenience and sustainability factors, the discussion surrounding data security and privacy in smart EV charging networks emerges as a critical aspect. Securing and Encrypting Data Sma...

The global energy landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With the increased adoption of renewable energy sources and the drive for a more sustainable future, the demand for efficient energy storage has never been greater. Enter Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, ensuring stability, resilience, and efficiency in power distribution. Stable power distribution In 2024, the US battery storage market saw record-breaking growth, with nearly...

Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. (hereafter “Astemo”) and GlobalLogic Inc. (hereafter “GlobalLogic”) have been strengthening their collaboration to lead the trends of software-defined vehicles. Astemo President & CEO, Kohei Takeuchi and GlobalLogic CEO, Nitesh Banga discussed the future of mobility through digital transformation. As a global mega-supplier, Astemo has been providing tangible value in the In-Car domain as internal vehicle technology, such as software that enables...

Lanner Electronics, a global pioneer in industrial computing and network security solutions, proudly announces the launch of the ICS-P770. An IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, and EN50121-4 certified industrial grade computing platform designed to power mission-critical substation automation, virtualization, and network security. Powering Digital Substations The ICS-P770 is a rugged 3U rackmount industrial computer built to handle the demands of digital substation automationThe ICS-P770 is a rugged 3U...

Lanner Electronics, a pioneer in network computing appliances and industrial AI computers, will officially unveil its latest innovation, the EAI-I233 and EAI-I251 industrial-grade Edge AI computers, at NVIDIA GTC 2025. Powered by the NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™ system on module (SOM), these advanced platforms are designed to deliver low-latency AI inferencing capabilities at the edge for industries including retail, manufacturing, transportation, and smart city. EAI-I233: AI inference s...

LOVATO Electric launches the new DMED4 DC energy meters for electric vehicle charging stations. They are available in three electrical sizes with a maximum current of 150A, 400A, and 600A and a maximum operating voltage of 1500VDC, making them suitable for fast charging applications. Installation in outdoor environments The wide temperature range from −40°C to +85°C allows installation in outdoor environments The wide temperature range from −40&de...

Recently, Baihetan - Zhejiang ± 800kV UHV DC transmission project (referred as "Baizhe project") has been completed, and put into operation. The BaiZhe Project is a major clean energy project to promote the energy structure adjustment, energy conservation and emission reduction. It shoulders the strategic mission of delivering the power of the world's second largest hydropower station which is Baihetan hydropower station. New power giant dragon The project starts from Jinsha River conv...

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...

On April 14, GlobalLogic Ukraine organized the largest Eastern European technical conference on software development, Root Linux Conference 2018. Hosted in Kyiv, the conference focused on Linux, Embedded, and Automotive topics and featured 20 speakers from all across Europe, including representatives from prominent organizations such as Cisco, Citrix, DENX, Intel, Linaro, Samsung, and SUSE Linux. Root Linux brought together nearly 400 open-source developers and embedded engineers from 16 Ukrain...

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...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Mitsubishi Electric India Pvt Ltd., will acquire a stake in Indian software startup Gervigreind Data Science Pvt. Ltd. (doing business as "Itanta Analytics") to jointly develop and sell no-code data analysis and report generation applications. Under a collaboration agreement, Mitsubishi Electric plans to strengthen its FA digital solutions business and contribute to the digitalization of manufact...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will begin developing a prototype to demonstrate a junction-temperature estimation technology for power modules. The company is pursuing this technology as a partner in the European Union's Horizon Europe project, which aims to develop advanced power modules and improve the cost efficiency of renewable energy power generation.  The company is participating through its European subsidiary Mitsubishi Electric R&D Centre Europe B.V., which...

The Via Inspirada Center for Excellence (VICE), an endeavor by the City of Henderson, is set to become a nexus of education and training. Throughout the construction process, GSL Electric played a pivotal role in delivering an exceptional electrical installation. Let's delve into the details of the contributions the GSL Electric team brought to the VICE project. Navigating unique challenges GSL Electric's skilled team came these challenges head-on, turning the hurdles into opportunities Ever...

The 20th edition of the IEA’s Energy Efficiency Policy Training Week will be held from 7-11 April 2025, at its headquarters in Paris, France. Since 2015, the IEA’s Energy Efficiency Policy Training Weeks have equipped more than 3,000 government officials from over 125 countries with the tools and knowledge to implement effective energy efficiency policies. Goal of doubling energy efficiency The event in April represents a unique chance for policymakers to learn from global best pr...

Siemens eMobility has been selected as the technology partner for two major electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure projects in Italy. Partnering with Autolinee Toscane and IPLANET, Siemens eMobility is driving the electrification of public transportation and the transformation of petrol stations into strategic service areas, further advancing sustainable mobility in the region. Siemens’ innovative technology Siemens eMobility is electrifying multiple bus depots for Autolinee Tosc...

Siemens Mobility has been awarded four significant contracts by HS2 Ltd and will join key contractors under the Rail Systems Alliance. Siemens Mobility will play a crucial role in the delivery and operation of the new 225-kilometer-long British high-speed railway that will connect London and the West Midlands. Capacity and energy efficiency For the first time, Siemens Mobility will implement wayside Automatic Train Operations [ATO] over the European Train Control System [ETCS] Level 2 on a hi...