Electrical
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CP Automation enhances power quality solutions with German partnership. PQ ENGINEERING Nosswitz now offers SineTamer’s advanced devices, addressing power quality issues in Germany’s evolving energy landscape. This collaboration aims to tackle voltage instabilities and supraharmonics, benefiting major sectors such as automotive and chemical industries.
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Exel Composites signs a significant agreement with De Angeli Prodotti. The multi-year contract, valued at EUR 25 million, spans four years and begins in 2026. It marks a strategic collaboration in composite conductor cores, crucial for enhancing power transmission efficiency and sustainability.
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National Grid DSO’s smarter planning reduced curtailment by 450GWh. The operator avoided 20% of required curtailment for maintenance, exceeding its target by 150GWh. This approach supports local low-carbon generation, enhancing affordability and sustainability.
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Logic4training undergoes leadership change, appoints new Managing Director. The long-standing building services training provider sees Mark Krull promoted to Managing Director, while Harry Budd joins the board as Digital Marketing Director. Founder Kevin Budd transitions to Chairman, ensuring continued strategic involvement in the company’s future.
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Choosing proper industrial connectors reduces failures in harsh, fast-changing environments. Effective selection depends on matching electrical load, environmental protection ratings, and certification, ensuring connectors withstand dust, moisture, vibration, and inspection demands.
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Quartzelec secures contract for hydro generator refurbishment. The £15.4 million contract involves upgrading two 12MW generators at Glenlee Hydro Power Station, a key part of the Galloway Hydro Scheme. This project ensures continued renewable energy production, backed by a 15-year capacity market agreement valued at approximately £20 million.
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Microchip Technology launches AI-driven Model Context Protocol Server. The MCP Server connects AI tools and large language models to real-time Microchip data, enhancing design productivity. It supports applications by integrating verified product information into development environments and intelligent assistants. The server is publicly available at no cost.
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mimic secures $16 million to enhance robotic dexterity and AI. Zurich-based robotics company mimic has raised $16 million in a funding round led by Elaia, alongside Speedinvest, aimed at deploying advanced physical AI across industries. This capital boost will expedite the development of mimic’s AI models and robotic hands, targeting complex tasks beyond conventional automation.
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Alice Williams appointed VP Digital Energy UK and Ireland. She will spearhead growth in Schneider Electric’s UK and Ireland Digital Energy sector, focusing on energy savings and operational resilience. Williams, succeeding Kasim Mohammed, brings extensive leadership experience from her previous role as VP US Services, where she oversaw significant revenue and strategic growth.
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Jindal Steel Sohar upgrades protection systems for enhanced reliability. By integrating ABB’s Relion technology, Jindal Steel Sohar addresses critical infrastructure challenges, optimising its operational reliability and minimising downtime. The modernisation supports their growth ambitions, aligning with Oman’s Vision 2040 and reinforcing sustainability in industrial development.
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