What do wind turbines and summer cottages have in common? They are quite similar. Perhaps not in numbers, but from a technology point of view. Some are equipped with features only considered necessary for survival; others have ultra-modern technical solutions that even enable remote access to monitoring equipment by mobile phone. Both in cottages and turbines, features requested in the 90s may not live up to our needs today.
Between 2009 – 2011, we were spoiled by a “green race” that started as a sprint. There was an urgent need to bring Asian nations—especially China—into line with the rest of the world to use cleaner and more efficient energy sources.
Suddenly in 2012, it’s turned into something of a marathon, with companies and financial institutions involved in the market, which has been slowed by regulatory and political climates that have evolved in the face of new economic realities.
Permanent magnet (PM) technology has some clear benefits also for marine applications. Since fuel prices have gone up by 30% in only 2 years and freight rates have remained at about the same level for the past 10 years, energy savings has become hot topic in shipbuilding.
Last month’s HUSUM WindEnergy exhibition gave us firm proof that the wind power business is moving ahead again. We’re seeing movement from all different directions and positive signs that the worst may now be over. Bigger and better turbines are currently being developed to respond to future market requirements.
With a focus on harvesting the greatest amount of energy from wind power, it is easy to jump to conclusions that turbine manufacturers are turning to permanent magnet generators as their best response to better annual energy production. Yet, is that all that stands behind the selection of this technology?
The impact of the uncertain global economy and the momentary dip in the Chinese wind power market have been felt even by Finnish wind power industry players. Despite challenging market conditions, Finland-based key component manufacturer The Switch continues to aim towards international success. The company has been able to demonstrate that wind power energy can be produced cost effectively with advanced technology.
斯维奇荣获由技术权威Shawn Lesser选出的芬兰“2010年最值得关注的10家创新企业”
芬兰目前正在很广泛的领域投资研发及生产新兴材料与技术，2010年也许芬兰会在洁净技术领域有巨大突破。
Sea Japan 2026, one of Asia’s leading maritime exhibitions, is a strategic meeting point for industry professionals seeking the latest solutions in decarbonization, digitalization, autonomous shipping and next-generation vessel design. Held in Tokyo from April 22–24, this year’s event offered a unique platform to explore emerging trends, build valuable partnerships and discover cutting-edge products and…
Dear friends, With the first quarter behind us, it is a good time to share an important milestone in our marine business. We have now exceeded 600 permanent magnet (PM) marine machines ordered, with more than 300 already delivered and operating at sea. Even more importantly, this growing installed base has accumulated over 5 million…
On April 9th, the Energy House in Stord, Norway, opened its doors to innovators, engineers, investors, and industry leaders working toward one shared goal: a cleaner, more resilient energy future. This annual Energy House Day took place for the 4th time this year. Among the participants were The Switch and partners such as Sustainable Energy,…
LUT Blossom brings together leaders from business, science and policy to tackle today’s most pressing global themes of energy transition, digitalization, regenerative use of natural resources and business & society. The Switch will participate as part of the energy transition theme to present: From concept to rotation: Solving high-speed challenges in electric machine manufacturingThe Switch…
BEMAC and The Switch are pleased to announce our participation in a joint booth at Marintec China 2025, held from 2–5 December at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Recognized as the leading maritime barometer, Marintec China 2025 is the largest and most influential maritime trade exhibition of the year. With a total exhibition area…