CeramTec presents new ceramic power module for drive inverter at PCIM Europe CeramTec is presenting its ceramic cooling solution for a power module for use in drive inverters in e-mobility for the first time at PCIM Europe. The trade fair for power electronics and intelligent drive technologies, which is currently taking place as a virtual event until 7 May, offers the ideal stage to showcase the increasing importance of ceramic materials in innovative drive concepts. As a strong partner for the automotive industry, CeramTec drives solutions in e-mobility and offers comprehensive and long-standing automotive expertise in the field of technical ceramics. At this… 04/05/2021Tags: News
LinkIQ combines Fluke Networks’ Cable Performance technology with Switch diagnostics for cable testing Fluke Networks has today launched the LinkIQ Cable+Network tester, which combines switch diagnostics with state-of-the-art cable measurement technology to enable installers, system integrators and network support professionals to easily troubleshoot network cabling and/or connect Power over Ethernet ( PoE) devices to the network. The product provides simple pass/fail test reports using the company’s innovative LinkWare PC Cable Test Management Software . It can also verify the performance of switches, including those that provide Power over Ethernet. “New technologies such as 10 Gb/s… 04/05/2021Tags: News, Cables & AccessoriesTopics: Cables & Accessories
Scheduled inspection results in urgent motor overhaul order for Quartzelec Quartzelec, a leading independent engineering service provider, following a scheduled maintenance inspection by the in-house team at an Industrial Gas Manufacturing plant in South Wales that identified an exceptionally low insulation resistance ( IR) on one phase of a critical 11kV compressor motor, attended at very short notice to assess, and endeavour to rectify the problem. Upon inspection, heaters were placed around this vital motor in an attempt to quickly improve the IR, with only marginal improvement. Following consultation, the client made the decision to have Quartzelec… 29/04/2021Tags: News
GHD survey reveals that over half of UK consumers would consider installing renewable energy sources at home A survey by GHD ( http: //www. ghd. com/) , one of the world’s leading professional services companies, has found that UK consumers look set to embrace green technology at home, with the majority of respondents saying that would consider installing solar panels ( 63%) , hydrogen boilers ( 57%) , hydrogen batteries ( 53%) and ground source heat pumps ( 56%) . These findings come as remote working means that some people are requiring more electricity and natural gas to power and heat their homes. This increased domestic energy usage looks set to continue as, going forward, 34% of… 29/04/2021Tags: News
HellermannTyton launches a universal push-in wire connector, HelaCon Releasable Manufacturer of cable management products, HellermannTyton ( https: //www. hellermanntyton. co. uk) , has just launched HelaCon Releasable, a universal push-in wire connector designed to make electrical installation easier and safer. Suitable for all types of wire – including solid, stranded and fine stranded – the HelaCon Releasable uses a lever clamping system to connect electrical cables and conductors quickly and easily. Together with built-in features including a separate voltage test point and transparent housing, it streamlines installation, application and maintenance while… 29/04/2021Tags: News, Cables & AccessoriesTopics: Cables & Accessories
ABB technology to power largest EV charging sites in North England ABB technology will provide ultra-fast charging and high availability for electric vehicle ( EV) drivers in York as part of a £2. 2 million scheme to build the North of England’s largest EV charging sites and support sustainable mobility. City of York Council has specified the chargers for its two new HyperHub sites, which are due to go live in June 2021 at the Monks Cross and Poppleton sites. Each site will have eight bays for rapid and ultra-rapid charging, while the Monks Cross park and ride will have 30 fast charge points. The concept was developed to meet growing demand for chargers… 29/04/2021Tags: News
PRS ELECTRICAL CHECKS, EICRs AND THE LATEST GOVERNMENT ADVICE As the final deadline for the new PRS legislation in England came into force on April 1 2021, calls to NICEIC and ELECSA’s technical helpline peaked at over 600 calls a day, a figure which is more than double the daily average seen during the same period last year. The majority of the call volume came from contractors seeking clarity on the rules relating to EICRs and guidance on appropriate coding. In addition, there was also a significant increase in calls from landlords and letting agents who were again seeking advice on the rules, particularly concerning enforcement during the… 29/04/2021Tags: News
M81 Synchronous Source Measure System The MeasureReady M81-SSM ( Synchronous Source and Measure) system provides a confident and straightforward approach for advanced measurement applications. The M81 eliminates the complexity of multiple function-specific instrumentation setups, combining the convenience of DC and AC sourcing with DC and AC measurement, including a lock‑in’s sensitivity and measurement performance. The M81-SSM uses patent-pending MeasureSync signal synchronisation, enabling continuous data sampling on every channel. Noise and sensitivity are on par with the best scientific-grade source and measure… 29/04/2021Tags: News
SELECT and ECA meet to discuss on leading the electric future together Two of the UK’s leading construction trade associations have held talks to discuss common key strategies and priorities and how they plan to continue their close collaboration to help build a brighter future for the UK’s post-COVID electrotechnical industry. Skills, training and the green revolution were all high on the agenda as electrical trade bodies SELECT ( http: //www. select. org. uk/) and ECA ( https: //www. eca. co. uk/) held a joint virtual meeting to identify priorities for the second half of 2021 and beyond. Senior staff from the two associations also shared knowledge and… 28/04/2021Tags: News
Drive technology in motion Automation technology expert Beckhoff Automation UK is hosting a week-long series of virtual events to inform mechanical and electrical engineers on the latest drive technologies. The event, taking place May 24–28, 2021, aims to share insights into the practical use of drive technologies, exploring specific topics ranging from control cabinet installation to drive axes commissioning and servicing. Registration for the live sessions ( http: //click. agilitypr. delivery/ls/click? 26/04/2021Tags: News, Electrical EquipmentTopics: Electrical Equipment
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