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ATN Product Info for PVSEC 2013
X-Bus automatic induction soldering of interconnection of solar modules In past years, induction soldering for interconnection of PV-modules has been established. This allowed soldering specialists ATN Automatisierungstechnik Niemeier GmbH from Berlin, Germany to install more than 300 soldering systems across the globe in the last three years. Up to now, most induction soldering systems have… Read more »
1x FCS 2610 for Northern Offshore Services
Northern Offshore Services has taken delivery of its first Damen Twin Axe, just weeks after the order was placed in August. The 26-metre Fast Crew Supplier is already being deployed at an offshore wind farm in the North Sea. A leading crewboat operator, Northern Offshore Services has offices in Sweden and Denmark and a fleet… Read more »
First Siemens wind turbine order in Peru: Eleven units to go online by spring 2014
• First Siemens wind project in Peru • Blades and geared nacelles to be produced in the USA • Order includes seven-year service and maintenance agreement In Peru, near the city of San Juan de Marcona, a new onshore wind power plant is expected to go online in March 2014. Siemens has recently received an… Read more »
Market intelligence: MENA
As cuts to FiTs threaten expansion across Europe, we take a look further afield at The Middle East & North Africa region – a potential sleeping giant in the PV market. MENA has amongst the world’s best conditions for solar power: abundant sunshine, low precipitation, plenty of unused flat land close to road networks and… Read more »
Game changing growth
A man who’s very much at the heart of the global PV revolution, Lee Gordon is Morningstar’s inspirational President and CEO. And while the company is already world-leading supplier of photovoltaic controllers and inverters he has his mind set on not just being the biggest – but on being the best… PES: Welcome back to… Read more »
Playing with fire
Multi-Contact explains why allegedly ‘compatible’ PV cables are so dangerous. This time, the warehouse burnt down completely. The solar system on the roof of the warehouse had caught fire again. It was the third fire on the 450-square-metre photovoltaic system within the time of just a few weeks. Although the fire service had quickly managed… Read more »
Spectroscopy: the ultimate tool in PV materials analysis
In an industry that is currently driven by efficiency and optimum performance, spectroscopy has perhaps never been such a critical factor in the evolution of PV technology. We take a closer look… With their modest cost, compact size and great flexibility, miniature fibre optic spectrometers are attractive options for the evaluation of materials and equipment… Read more »
Business growth calls for a sensible exposure to risk
Regular contributor to PES, Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum remains one of the most consistent operators in a constantly evolving industry. In this issue, we speak to Dr. Marlis Sydow, Head of Market Segment SOLAR/SEMI/COATING and Head of Market Research Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum. PES: Welcome back to the magazine. When we last spoke, you were focussed on… Read more »
PV GRID: one year on
In 2012, a consortium of 21 partners from 16 EU countries started the PV GRID project with the objective to prepare the grounds for the large-scale integration of photovoltaic systems in distribution grids across Europe and bring forward concrete suggestions on how this can be achieved. In this follow-up feature, we discover what progress has… Read more »
The big debate
Once again, we’ve asked some of the most incisive and intelligent commentators from the world of PV to contribute to our roundtable debate – the most talked-about feature in PES. Our experts are here to offer invaluable analysis from the forefront of the industry. PES: Welcome to the magazine. Before we head into the main… Read more »
More from across PES
WIND Group announces new COO
WIND Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Renier van den Bichelaer as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 1 February 2025. Renier will also join the WIND Group management board. Last year, COO Robbert van Diepen expressed his intention to wind down his role. To ensure a smooth transition, he will gradually… Read more »
Jan De Nul to install inter-array cables for wind farms Nordlicht 1 and 2 in German North Sea
Vattenfall awarded contracts for offshore wind farms Nordlicht 1 and 2. Jan De Nul won the contract for inter-array cables, subsea cables that transmit electricity between offshore wind turbines. Both wind farms combined, Jan De Nul will install 196 kilometres of cables to connect 112 wind turbines. Once fully operational, the Nordlicht 1 and… Read more »
LIFTKET UK expands stage portfolio with MOVEKET and welcomes Rick Williamson to the sales team
( Wurzen ,January 31, 2025) LIFTKET UK is proud to announce the expansion of its product portfolio with the addition of MOVEKET, enhancing our ability to serve the stage industry. With CHAINMASTER already an established part of our offering, the inclusion of MOVEKET enables us to address both key areas of the Stage sector — Rigging and Automation… Read more »
Energiequelle GmbH receives permits for two wind farms in Germany
( Kallinchen/Germany ,January 30, 2025) The permits for two Energiequelle GmbH wind farms in Germany were granted in December. In Lüben in Lower Saxony and Minden in North Rhine-Westphalia, preparations are now beginning for the tendering and construction of the eight turbines. The wind farms have a total capacity of 38.4 MW and will contribute to a… Read more »
North Star celebrates full delivery of Dogger Bank SOV fleet, with naming of Grampian Tweed at Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility
North Star has officially named and handed over its latest service operations vessel (SOV), the Grampian Tweed, completing the company’s fleet of dedicated ships serving the Dogger Bank Wind Farm on long-term charter. This milestone event reflects the organisation’s ongoing commitment to the delivery of high-quality offshore support tonnage for the renewables sector and marks the… Read more »
Fronius Argeno: The powerful inverter for commercial photovoltaic projects
(Wels/Sattledt/Pettenbach, January 30th, 2025) With the Fronius Argeno, the Austrian family-owned company Fronius is launching a groundbreaking product for large-scale PV projects. The new 125 kW inverter offers highest safety & security standards as well as maximum efficiency. With the new Fronius Argeno inverter, the company has added a real giant to its portfolio. With… Read more »
Wind Propulsion a Keystone Technology for Shipping as New Report Reveals $400bn USD Premature Scrapping Crisis
We4Ce’s 2.5-3MW rotor blade design passes validation test at Suzlon in India
Salvors needed to put Red Sea’s long-term environmental impact first amid Sounion disaster, says Ambipar Response
Renewable Power: TotalEnergies Will Supply 1.5 TWh to STMicroelectronics in France over 15 Years
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