Switching on frequently 03/2016
The year is approaching its end, but it has been very eventful. We have returned to our strong growth path. The hard work with you – our customers, partners and other stakeholders – has turned into solid business.
The Switch to acquire Wärtsilä Drives’ products, R&D and manufacturing
The Switch announced its acquisition of Wärtsilä’s marine drives business.
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.
The Switch receives permanent magnet shaft generator order for LNG vessel
The Switch will deliver its PM shaft generator for an LNG carrier with a 45,000 m3 cargo capacity.
Using PM machines to make wind power more efficient
How could you apply PM machines in your industry?
Permanent magnet machines for shaft generators and direct propulsion
Permanent magnet machines for marine applications The Switch permanent magnet machines provide maximum flexibility by operating seamlessly as both generators and propulsion motors. Engineered specifically for diverse vessel types, they enable efficient and reliable power transmission while minimizing mechanical complexity. Additionally, we extensively test all permanent magnet machines at our Large Drive Test Center to…
Slow down: Conventional electric motor drive systems can’t exceed 3,600 rpm
Seeking a drive train solution for a challenging turbo application?
Yaskawa to celebrate 100th anniversary while expanding into renewable energy with The Switch technology
Yaskawa Electric Corporation is celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Green shipping needs an efficient power system
The way uneven power requirement is experienced on ships is just the same as it is on land. But how to handle this grid stability issue efficiently at sea?
Immunize yourself against fluctuating oil prices
How can you become immune to the dependency on subsidies and the wild fluctuations in oil prices?
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.
More orders from major wind customers
The Switch has received repeat orders worth several millions of euros from major customers in the company’s core business area of wind. These repeat orders signal a strong belief in the company and provide a solid order backlog as The Switch continues to advance drive train technology under new ownership of Japan-based Yaskawa.