First direct-drive permanent magnet shaft generator solution sails smoothly
WE Tech and The Switch announce the operational success at sea of their first direct-drive permanent magnet shaft generator solution.
Saga LNG Shipping, China
The Switch received a PM shaft generator order with an option of one more from the energy-efficient solution provider WE Tech for an LNG carrier owned by Saga LNG Shipping Pte. Ltd. Deliveries will commence in October 2016. The Switch’s PM shaft generator operates over the full main engine speed range while generating electricity for…
ScanWind, Norway
The Switch has provided ScanWind with third-generation drive train packages that combine a 4.25 MW PMG and FPC for use in offshore wind turbine development efforts. The harsh winds off the Norwegian coastline provide excellent opportunities for wind power generation, but place high demands on machine reliability. The Switch previously developed a 3.7 MW direct-drive, gearless…
Creating synergy with Yaskawa, VIPA, Profichip and partners
The Switch attended the SPS IPC Drives Italia exhibition in Italy as part of the Yaskawa stand.
The Switch launches FPC+, its new full-power converter
The Switch launches its new generation, full-power converter (FPC) for utility-grade electricity production.
Can China bridge the technology gap?
Is the Chinese mergers and acquisition model enough to secure the use of permanent magnet technology?
Shaft generators and vessel grid quality:
The aim to reduce a fuel consumption while following emission standards is driving the need to make marine technology greener. So what’s the solution?
The Switch permanent magnet shaft generator passes bench test, ready for true marine fuel savings
The Switch has successfully tested its PM shaft generator in a rigorous bench test in Vaasa. The PMM 1000 direct-drive marine shaft generator certified by Lloyds marks the first of its kind to take advantage of PM technology, allowing ships to gain greater efficiency over the entire speed range.
Increasing the level of integration
When looking at the future of drive trains for wind turbines, it’s clear to see that the winner is the medium-speed drive train. This is because the medium-speed drive combines the advantages of solid reliability with lower losses and higher efficiency.
Practically 100% of all new turbines use FPC
It’s taken awhile, but the wind power generation market has now come to the point that we’ve been prophesizing the entire time. And it seems our belief has proved to be correct.
The Switch now a Yaskawa company
Yaskawa, a world leader in motion control and robotics, acquired The Switch to support both companies’ strategic objectives and strengthen their international presence.
The Switch to be acquired by Yaskawa Electric Corporation
Yaskawa a world leader in motion control and robotics, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire The Switch.