A year of transforming

Another interesting year in wind is coming to an end. The competitive landscape has changed, as many turbine manufacturing newcomers have not made it in the tough competition. At The Switch, we see a clear rationalization going on in the industry. Everyone is evaluating their core competences and concentrating on those. Generally, it seems turbine…

The Switch 8.6 MW offshore PM generator passes initial no-load tests with success

The Switch, a leading manufacturer of permanent magnet generators and full-power converters, announced today that its 8.6 MW permanent magnet generator (PMG) for offshore use successfully passed initial no-load testing. The massive drive train component is scheduled to undergo complete full-load tests in the upcoming weeks. The Switch’s medium-speed, rear-mounted PMG design brings together the…

Full-power converter production’s record in China

Using a unique model of collaboration in China, The Switch, a supplier of megawatt-class permanent magnet generator and full-power converter packages, has set up with its partner Scanfil, a global contract manufacturer and systems supplier for professional electronics, volume production of full-power wind turbine converter cabinets in record time and with exceptional quality, setting a new standard for localized production.

See you at China Wind Power 2013

As the year opened new opportunities for the wind power industry, our flexible business approach gives you the best way to move ahead.

Visit us at China Wind Power 2013 in Hall E, stand EC10, and learn how to better compete:
• Lower risks and gain more value.
• Enhance your core competences.
• Develop a responsive supply chain.
• Move from fixed costs to controlled overhead with measurable operations.