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Wind turbine with the world’s largest rotor goes into operation
On October 6 2012, Siemens began field testing of its new 154-meter rotor for the six-megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine in Østerild, Denmark. The direct-drive wind turbine is equipped with the world’s longest rotor blades – each blade measures 75 meters in length. With a record rotor diameter of 154 meters, each SWT-6.0-154 turbine can… Read more »
Correction – Press Release – Inauguration Of The Pv Plant Ilumina In Puerto Rico
Ilumina, the biggest PV plant in operation in Puerto Rico, has been officially inaugurated by the governor, Luis Guillermo Fortuño Burset, yesterday October 5th.The 138-acre solar farm, which uses GPtech PV inverters and a Power Plant Controller (PPC) also from GPtech, will use some 100,000 photovoltaic panels to produce enough electricity to power 6.000 homes…. Read more »
The Swiss inverter manufacturer Sputnik Engineering opens a new branch office in Sydney and presents its entire portfolio at the All Energy Australia
As of now, the Swiss inverter manufacturer Sputnik Engineering distributes the tried and tested SolarMax inverters in Australia as well. In Europe, the SolarMax brand has been standing for quality, reliability, and durability of grid-connected solar inverters for more than 20 years. With its new branch office in Sydney, managed by Daniel Freudiger, General Manager… Read more »
Sika at Glasstec/Solarpeq – Increased mechanical and process performance
The façade and PV industry, and for sure the BIPV systems have one in common, all strive for performance increase, cost reduction and architectural appeal. The new product range of Sika for this markets support the industry to achieve this targets. At the Glasstec / Solarpeq Sika is presenting its three newest product innovations to the market. Sikasil® SG‐550 with extra high mechanical strength for smaller joints in facades. Sikasil® IG‐25 HM plus for reduced material consumption and increased gas‐tightness on Insulating glasses. Sikasil® AS‐780 with exceptional initial‐strength for simplified process … Read more »
Meyer Burger showcases its innovative photovoltaic technologies at EU PVSEC
At the annual EU PVSEC conference and exhibition from 25 – 28 September 2012, the Meyer Burger Group unveiled powerful new award-winning technologies to underscore its technology leadership in the PV market. Meyer Burger Technology Ltd (SIX Swiss Exchange: MBTN) highlighted its strong position as a global technology leader at every stage of the photovoltaic… Read more »
DNV KEMA secures wind framework agreement
Sonnenbuehl-based SoWiTec Development GmbH & Co. KG (SoWiTec) has engaged DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability through a frame agreement to provide a range of project development support, technical services, third party expertise, and project management assistance related to 20-50 proposed wind power projects in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Russia. “DNV KEMA’s global… Read more »
Red Lion "Turns Up the Heat" with New PAX2C Controller
Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation, today announced that the company has expanded its portfolio of industrial automation solutions with the new PAX2C PID controller, which is designed specifically for the process and temperature control markets. Applications include food & beverage, plastics, packaging, energy, gas, heat treating and glass… Read more »
Green light from the US Department of Energy
Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is pleased to announce that its project for exploring the outer limits of battery operations has been selected by the US Department of Energy to receive funding from the Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy (ARPA-E). “DNV is proud to have our project selected by the US Department of Energy. We are… Read more »
SCHMID’s Extremely Fast Laser Processing with Breakage-Free Automation for PERC Cell Production
SCHMID consistently promotes the industrial use of the SCHOTT Solar licensed PERC processes, which is backed up by the continuous increase in efficiency from the record level of 20.2% in summer 2012 to the current 20.74%. A further process building block after the successful backside passivation using the APCVD is the opening of the passivation… Read more »
Taking a leading position
As one of the industry’s prime operators, Schmid Silicon Technology (SST) GmbH enjoys an enviable reputation and business that is built upon exceeding expectations and unrivalled knowledge. We put the questions to Dr. Burkhard Wehefritz, Director of the company’s Sales Development Department. PES: Welcome to PES magazine. Can you explain a little about your company… Read more »
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Sineng Electric Obtains VDE Compliance Certificate for SN100(X)/110/125PT String Inverter
Wuxi, China, August 30, 2024 — Sineng Electric, a global leading PV+ESS solution provider, proudly announces that its flagship C&I PV product, the SN100(X)/110/125PT string inverter, has successfully obtained the VDE-AR-N 4110 and VDE-AR-N 4120 certificate from SGS, a prominent testing, inspection and certification company. The certificate confirms that the SN100(X)/110/125PT fully complies with the… Read more »
OWGP launches new £2m support programme for UK manufacturing facilities
OWGP launches new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme £2m available to address the offshore wind industry’s manufacturing priorities Programme should unlock capital investment in new facilities or facility expansion The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has launched its new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme (MFSP), targeted at unlocking investments in UK manufacturing facilities to support the… Read more »
10 Years of ELA Container Offshore Special solutions for Accommodation in the Maritime Sector
Wind, weather, rough seas or even salt water – containers in the maritime sector and on the high seas are exposed to particular challenges. This is why ELA founded ELA Container Offshore GmbH 10 years ago to offer room solutions for the offshore industry. The history of the offshore business at ELA Container began back… Read more »
Buss Terminal Eemshaven Completes Load-Out for Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Park in the North Sea “He Dreiht”
Eemshaven/Hamburg, August 29th, 2024 – Buss Terminal Eemshaven successfully completed the handling and load-out of monopiles and transition pieces for the EnBW offshore wind farm “He Dreiht”, contracted by Heerema Marine Contractors. Spanning from January until August 2024 this project marks a significant achievement for our team and the broader renewable energy sector. He Dreiht,… Read more »
ROBUST PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR HVDC TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS NEEDED FOR DEPLOYMENT SUCCESS – DNV STUDY
KATY, TEXAS. U.S 29 August 2024 : DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, announced today the conclusion of the first phase of DNV’s HVDC Standards joint industry project (JIP). The JIP was convened to identify deficiencies in standards for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems. Because of the expected growth of electricity… Read more »
ABB to acquire Födisch Group strengthening global leadership in continuous emission monitoring
Acquisition will expand ABB’s strong position in industrial emission measurement, addressing the world’s energy and sustainability challenges Födisch Group offers advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, with tens of thousands of devices installed worldwide Widening its portfolio to meet customers’ most demanding measurement requirements, the expansion will add 250 employees… Read more »
Anemoi partners with NAPA to maximise Rotor Sail benefits with voyage optimisation
DNV SURVEY SHOWS HALF OF ENERGY ORGANIZATIONS PREPARING TO INTEGRATE AI IN THE COMING YEAR
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