The Switch becomes Yaskawa’s Environmental Energy Division
As part of the long-term strategy of Yaskawa Corporation, The Switch will become Yaskawa European’s Environmental Energy Division.
We love PMG – how bout you?
This year’s China Wind Power exhibition in Beijing clearly showed that PMG-FPC technology has broken into the Chinese market and is firmly established. Turbines using PMG technology are now commanding a premium price from utilities there.
Largest repeat order ever from long-term industrial customer
Finland-based Runtech Systems placed an order for 40 new high-speed solid rotor machines (SRM), which represents the largest industrial order ever for The Switch with these products.
Better than the neighbor’s kid
Continuous improvement gives a better result in the end. This applies also for our full-power converters (FPC). The first generation FPC is not bad, nor obsolete. But the new FPC+ is better, stronger and bigger in power than its companion.
Looking at The Switch full-power converters, we are living in extremely interesting times. Just wait and see what the autumn and early winter will bring!
Two direct-driven 3 MW prototypes to Schuler group
As Schuler Group continues its strong advance into the wind power market, the company has placed an order with The Switch for two direct-driven 3 MW drive trains.
The custom-built The Switch Drive™ permanent magnet generator and full-power converter prototype packages are scheduled for delivery and testing in April 2011. By summer the same year, they will be connected to the grid in full operation.
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The Switch to deliver DC-Hub and electric PM propulsion machine package to Bergen Tankers
Bergen Tankers and Equinor have signed a long-term charter agreement for two oil/chemical tanker newbuilds with an electric propulsion system, which aim to set a new standard for low emissions at the Norwegian Coast. The Norway-based companies selected Berg Propulsion as the system integrator for these DNV ice-classed tankers. The newbuild 6,500 dwt stainless steel…
20 questions about The Switch permanent magnet machines
When it comes to marine electrification, permanent magnet (PM) machines are quickly becoming the preferred choice for shipowners aiming for sustainability and cost savings. But as with any new technology, questions arise. We’ve compiled the 20 most frequently asked questions about The Switch PM machines. If you want to understand the technology better, this guide…
PM machines for powering ships: Why it’s a good idea?
Permanent magnet machines have been utilized with great success in numerous fields to date, including distributed power generation, elevators and hybrid cars. Read on to find out what immense benefits PM generators bring also to ships compared to traditional technologies.
The Switch strengthens market position in field
The Switch has again taken giant leaps ahead in its chosen area of delivering megawatt-class converter and generator packages for wind power and other renewable energy applications.
Now with new and repeat orders from customers in the tens of millions of euros, The Switch dominates as technology leader in full-power converters and permanent magnet generators, and has strengthened its position as a market leading supplier.
Five benefits of The Switch DC-Hub
If your goal is to produce, transfer and consume energy in the most efficient way, here are 5 benefits The Switch DC-Hub brings to ships.
The local impact of wind energy in the spotlight on Global Wind Day
Today, on Friday, June 15, is Global Wind Day, an opportunity for citizens around the world to learn more about the wind power. For example, did you know that the wind industry provides 260,000 quality high-skilled jobs in Europe? On a global scale, that figure is now 1.15 million.