Telecoms operators can easily upgrade their power networks and incorporate solar energy for greater reliability and greener power Thetford 14th January 2020. Controllis, a leading global supplier of low carbon and carbon neutral hybrid power solutions has added the Smart48 DC power system to its portfolio. An efficient and highly scalable power platform, the Smart48 DC power system will help telecoms, mobile and tower companies provide more reliable, efficient and green power for their networks. Operators looking to reduce their carbon footprint now have the option of combining mains rectification…
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Controllis launches Smart48 Hybrid Power Unit for mobile and off-grid site power back-up
Integrated solution slashes fuel use, adds renewable energy and increases site reliability Leading hybrid power systems specialist Controllis has launched the Smart48-Hybrid Power Unit (HPU) which allows mobile and telecoms operators to increase their network reliability and significantly reduce their fuel costs and carbon footprint. There are millions of mobile tower and telecoms sites deployed globally. Powered by a combination of mains (where available) or generators (when there is no mains), sites can benefit from additional back-up power from battery and renewable energy sources. The Controllis solution allows operators to…
Read MoreIrish expansion continues at Natural Power
Renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has appointed three new team members at its Dublin office. Keara O’ Shea has joined the geotech team as a geographical engineer, Kathryn Oliver has joined as an environmental consultant in the ecology team and Marc McLoughlin has joined as business development manager. The business is also currently recruiting for a further role in its Irish planning team. Marc Lamphiere, Natural Power’s Country Director in Ireland, said: “We’re delighted to welcome our new team members on board. We are developing a really robust…
Read MorePPM Power confirmed as UK distributor of Vincotech power modules
PPM Power has now been confirmed as a distributor of Vincotech power semiconductor modules in the UK. Formerly part of Tyco Electronics and now an affiliated company within Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Vincotech is a market leader in power modules for motor drives, solar inverters, welding equipment and power supplies. Highest integration available “Vincotech modules offer the highest level of integration available in the market, housing dies fabricated using different semiconductor technology,” said Phil Surman, Sales Director at PPM Power. “This provides the best combination of cost and performance. We are…
Read MoreOff Grid Energy to launch new Hybrid Power Unit at 2018 Executive Hire Show
The Ingenium series represents a step change in the capabilities, capacity and ease of integration for hybrid power systems without impact on cost Rugby, UK. 23 January 2018: Off Grid Energy, leading manufacturer of power solutions for the construction, marine and automotive industries, is set to launch its new Universal Hybrid Power Unit at this year’s Executive Hire Show (EHS), taking place February 7-8 in Coventry. The gridtogo™ Ingenium Series reduces generator running hours and allows for the use of smaller generators, which result in significant improvement in fuel efficiency,…
Read MoreOff Grid Energy to showcase latest technology for behind the meter storage sector at the 2017 Low Carbon Networks & Innovation Conference
London. 05 December 2017: Off Grid Energy, expert in the manufacture of rugged energy storage systems suitable for use across a range of applications from hybrid temporary power, EV charging, grid support services and decentralised mini grids, is showcasing its latest range of Universal Battery Energy Storage Systems (U-BESS) at the 2017 Low Carbon Networks & Innovation Conference (LCNI). The Ingenium range of U-BESS includes self contained storage and power conversion systems, offering storage, peak shaving and grid forming capabilities. Off Grid’s latest innovation, the Ingenium Plus, is managed by…
Read MoreGael planning in Ireland
Natural Power’s Irish office continues to expand with the appointment of Gael Gibson to the role of Principal Planner. A qualified planner with more than 15 years of experience working within the planning system in Ireland and nine years’ experience in relation to the planning and development of the Irish transmission system, Gael joins the Natural Power team in Ireland having also previously worked for several local authorities and the transmission system operator in senior/principal planner roles. She has a strong background in all aspects of feasibility, land use management,…
Read MoreAdvisory and Analytics department launches at Natural Power
In response to evolving market conditions, Natural Power has launched a new department, ‘Advisory and Analytics’, which brings together the best of its due diligence, market analysis and resource analysis teams. Lauren Wheatley, Director of Advisory and Analytics will provide direction to the team globally. International advisory services will be coordinated by Giles Dearden, Director of Due Diligence with local delivery lead by in regional and subject matter experts. Richard Walls, Chief Operating Director said: “By combining the teams, we will see greater knowledge sharing internally providing a more integrated…
Read MoreSchneider Electric’s leadership in Advanced Distribution Management Systems recognised by Gartner
For the third year in a row, Schneider Electric’s ADMS also scored highest in all three use cases measured in the Gartner Critical Capabilities report London, UK, June 5, 2017 – Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) are comprehensive, grid management platforms for electric power distribution and provide numerous capabilities to system operators. Those include monitoring and control, network performance analysis, incident management, and maintenance planning. These systems are key to electricity distributors’ strategies to boost grid efficiency, improve system reliability and resiliency, optimise asset management and network operations, and reduce…
Read MoreNatural Power appointed for Teevurcher Wind Farm
Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy, Natural Power, has been appointed by NTR for the asset management of Teevurcher Wind Farm located in Co. Meath in the Republic of Ireland. Natural Power successfully tendered for the asset management contract, and will be providing a full range of operational services to NTR including site management, as well as high voltage system management, commercial back office, advanced performance engineering (including operational reporting and analysis), safety and environmental compliance, backed up by 24/7 ‘Control Centre’ support. The Teevurcher Wind Farm site is currently…
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