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…
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Jukka-Pekka Mäkinen participating in High-Level Technology Panel at EWEA Offshore 2013
Join the panel discussion to see what can be learned from the collaborative experiences of manufacturers and their customers and put your own questions to Jukka-Pekka Mäkinen and some of the industry’s leading turbine manufacturers.
See you at EWEA Offshore 2013
We are looking forward to meet you at EWEA Offshore 2013 and to discuss how we can lower the cost of energy for your turbine!
Game-changing permanent magnet solutions
Soaring fuel prices, global overcapacity and lower profit margins are opening the way for advanced technologies that revolutionize the way ships generate and use energy.
Next-generation hybrid propulsion systems from WE Tech and The Switch are game changers in their own right when it comes to reaching the highest energy efficiency, lowering the costs of operation and helping to comply with future environmental legislation. Solutions such as these enable ships to stay afloat and profit in a sea of fierce competition.
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 Solar Power International 2013
We are looking forward to meet you at Solar Power International 2013 to discuss how we can improve your levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and support your business. Please contact our Solar Business Development Manager Benny Nyberg at +1 262 352 2867 or via our contact form to schedule a meeting with one of our solar experts.
The Switch and YASKAWA to form strategic cooperation
The Switch, a supplier of megawatt-class permanent magnet generator and full-power converter packages for wind power and other renewable energy applications, and YASKAWA Electric Corporation, a global manufacturer of servomotors, controllers, inverters, and industrial robots, today announced they will enter into a strategic cooperation on high-power motors, generators and converters.
By combining forces, the two companies plan to leverage each other’s technology expertise, expand their product range and to strengthen their market positions in Europe and Japan. This cooperation will result in a more complete offering in product packages and eventually in bigger and better wind turbines.
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.
Lower your cost of energy with an optimized PMG and FPC package
Wind turbine manufacturers, owners and operators are seeking the ideal drive train configuration to increase annual energy production, minimize total life cycle costs and fulfill the strictest grid code requirements.
The Switch Drive™ is a fully optimized permanent magnet generator and full-power converter package, enabling high reliability, better overall efficiency and fault ride-through capability.
WANTED: Design Engineer
We are looking for a mechanical engineer to design electrical machines as part of our customer-focused product development projects. You’ll take a lead engineer role in our customer-specific sales projects and work closely with our Technical Account Manager.
WANTED: Test Engineers/Managers
We are looking for two Test Engineers/Managers, one to Vaasa and another one to Lappeenranta. Your task will be production testing and inspection of our converters and generators.
Efficient grid interconnection and power conditioning for CHP systems
Combined heat and power (CHP) systems are very popular in high-rise buildings as well as industrial sites and other facilities where they produce heat and power at a reasonable cost. CHP systems can save as much as 40% energy compared with traditional ways of producing electricity and heat separately.
How can you save even more? And simultaneously increase the reliability and safety of onsite energy production and grid interconnection? There are a couple of rather easy ways to improve overall efficiency.
