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  • South Australia to test benefits of energy-smart homes

    Image courtesy 123rf A public expression of interest has been issued in South Australia for a trial that will test the benefits of flexible energy-smart homes. Launched by South Australia’s minister for Energy and Mining, Tom Koutsantonis, and SA Power Networks chief operating officer Mark Vincent, the AU$13.8 million ($9.4 million) Energy Masters project will…


  • Southern California Edison, NVIDIA launching ‘intelligent grid collaboration’

    Image: SCE Southern California Edison (SCE) and NVIDIA have started collaborating on AI-based solutions to address evolving grid challenges. The ‘intelligent grid collaboration’ is aimed to develop smarter and more affordable solutions for the increasingly complex grid planning and management resulting with the integration of more and more decentralised resources. Issues on which the two…


  • Stora Enso’s new service to provide customers with guidance on sustainable packaging

    Stora Enso has introduced Beyond Board, a new service to provide customers with expert guidance on sustainable packaging solutions. The provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, said Beyond Board Packaging Services is designed to go beyond its product offering and support customers in making informed decisions. It added that it is…


  • PEMTRON to Showcase Dual Lane Inspection System at SMTA Tijuana

    PEMTRON, an inspection equipment developer and supplier, is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting its innovative D2 (Dual Lane & Dual Head) Series at SMTA Tijuana, scheduled to take place Nov. 7, 2024 at the Quartz Hotel Tijuana. The D2 System is revolutionizing the field of Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) with its industry-leading dual…


  • High power PCB relay provides enhanced carry current within the same lightweight and compact footprint

    Omron Electronic Components Europe has launched the G7EB-E2 high power PCB relay. The relay is a new, higher capacity variant of the G7EB series, featuring enhanced current carrying and breaking capacity, providing a low footprint and cost-effective yet highly reliable alternative to contactors.  Rated for 150A of continuous carry current and switching current, the G7EB-E2…


  • Plant-based producers can continue using meat-related terms

    The European Court of Justice has ruled that manufacturers of plant-based protein foods cannot be prohibited from using terms like sausage and burger to describe their products. Judges in the Court of Justice said that — where a legally protected name isn’t already being used — EU countries can’t stop companies that make plant-based meat…


  • Danutek Expands its Technical Expertise

    Danutek Hungary Kft., a leading supplier of capital equipment and service support to the European electronics manufacturing sector, has expanded its technical team to meet the increasing demand for advanced manufacturing solutions. With over a decade of industry experience, Zoltán Dávid joins the team to enhance service capabilities in the fast-evolving areas of coating, dispensing,…


  • Celebrate Sober October with Citizen Spritz

    Citizen Spritz is here to make Sober October easier and more enjoyable for those taking a break from alcohol. Whether you’re at home or on the go, their delicious spritzes offer the perfect alternative for those who want to socialise and unwind without the booze. Made with natural ingredients and a focus on sophisticated flavours,…


  • Agustin Marcelino from Solucinde at SMTA Guadalajara 2024

    Justin Cody Worden on behalf of What’s New in Electronics TV talks to Agustin Marcelino from Solucinde at SMTA Guadalajara 2024. [embedded content] WNIE TV is kindly sponsored by Kyzen, EVS International, Viscom, ASYS, Koh Young, Nordson, Arch Systems, and Bimos.


  • Italgas acquires 2i Rete Gas and announces €15.6bn investments to 2030

    Image: 2i Rete Gas Italian gas distributor Italgas has announced it will acquire 2i Rete Gas as part of a €15.6 billion ($17 billion) investment in its operations up to 2030. 2i Rete Gas, headquartered in Milan, is Italy’s second-largest gas distribution company, with 4.9 million customers in over 2,200 municipalities across most of the…