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Welcome to CWIEME News 007!
I hope everyone is well today and enjoyed the last issue. In this issue, we talk about CWIEME’s show date for 2021 and our insights & networking events that are being held at the end of the year. We also look at Japan increases production of power transformers by 6% and at Mitsubishi Electric acquiring Sharp factory to expand the power device business.
You can now register for our webinar on implementing and monitoring overall equipment efficiency of transformers.
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Featured News
New Dates for CWIEME Berlin – 18-20 May 2021
Following close monitoring of the global situation and liaising with the venue, local authorities and our community, we’ve heard that people are looking to meet again, but want to do so, safely. Therefore, the next CWIEME Berlin will now take place on 18-20 May 2021. Work as already started on exciting new initiatives. To read the full announcement and for further information click the link below.
In addition, together with our renowned partner, the industry association ZVEI, we are also working on a small number of one-day conferences towards the end of this year to expand on our insights’ series – CWIEME Intelligence & CWIEME Live. The first of these is scheduled to take place in Stuttgart on 19 November, more news to follow.
CWIEME Live - Monitoring and Improving Overall Equipment Efficiency of Transformer Production
Pre-register for CWIEME Live on 1 July 2020, 11:00 – 12:00 CEST to hear practical examples of how to increase transformer equipment efficiency through close collaboration between transformer manufacturers and machine manufacturers with developed predictive maintenance followed by a Q&A. This webinar will be led by GEORG, BR Tech and Transformer Process. Sign up with the link below.
Transformer News
HPS expands line of transformers for solar applications
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (HPS), a North American manufacturer of dry type transformers, has extended its line of 3-phase general purpose and k-rated transformers for solar applications. These solar duty transformers are available for applications where voltage adjustments are necessary between the solar generation system and the utility service.
Japan increases production of power transformers by 6%
German business intelligence provider Fygen, the value of production for electrical power transformers in Japan has seen a 6% increase during the first quarter 2020. Medium and large power transformers have seen the largest growth, at 31%.
China develops vegetable oil filled traction transformer
The China Railway Electrification Engineering Group, alongside China Railway Eryuan Engineering Group, has developed a highly-innovative transformer designing using vegetable oil. The group claims its new model, destined for railway use, saves energy, ensures safety, and is good for the environment.
E-Mobility News
Gehring completes integration of e-motive unit
By start of June 2020, the Gehring Group has completed the integration of its production technology portfolio for hairpin stators within its e-motive business unit. Two years on from its acquisiton of copperING, Ghering will now offer all its product portfolio, from honing tech, laser tech, e-mobility, and digital solutions, under its own brand.
Britishvolt targets site in Wales to build battery Gigafactory
A site in Bro Tathan, South Wales, is the leading candidate for a new massive battery manufacturing hub. Britishvolt’s project will be the UK’s first 30 plus GWh Gigafactory, expected to generate 3,500 jobs and feed into the UK's £5bn domestic battery production industry.
Electric Motor News
Mitsubishi Electric to acquire Sharp factory to expand power device business
Upon acquisiton of building's and facilities from Sharp-owned subsidiary Sharp Fukuyama Semiconductor, Mitsubishi Electric will be able to expand its core power semiconductor offering. All buildings are located in ukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, and will begin production under Mitsubishi in November 2020.
Zero Motorcycles & EXRO Technologies team up for innovative motorcycle power coil
EXRO has paired its coil drive technology with Zero Motorcycles power trains to develop new innovative motors for e-motorbikes. "This partnership is another step in the commercialization of our technology, and we look forward to delivering," said EXRO CEO Sue Ozdemir.
