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IR Power launches derisked solution for factory energy loss and smart opex savings

IR Power launches derisked solution for factory energy loss and smart opex savings

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IR Power launches derisked solution for factory energy loss and smart opex savings

March 2, 2026

Phoenix Contact, one of Germany’s largest electrical component makers, is seeking to position itself at the forefront of industrial electrification by moving towards direct current (DC) supply at its showcase Blomberg factory. The €35 million facility, known as the “all-electric society factory,” demonstrates the company’s vision for a fully electrified industrial ecosystem.

Phoenix Contact, one of Germany’s largest electrical component makers, is seeking to position itself at the forefront of industrial electrification by moving towards direct current (DC) supply at its showcase Blomberg factory. The €35 million facility, known as the “all-electric society factory,” demonstrates the company’s vision for a fully electrified industrial ecosystem.

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Phoenix Contact pushes the DC current at Blomberg factory

February 27, 2026

The Royal Opera House is home to world-class opera and ballet, with their elaborate performances relying on the latest stage technology for pristine execution.

The Royal Opera House is home to world-class opera and ballet, with their elaborate performances relying on the latest stage technology for pristine execution.

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Inside the Royal Opera House with igus

February 23, 2026

£12 million upgrade strengthens South West London power network

£12 million upgrade strengthens South West London power network

£12 million upgrade strengthens South West London power network

February 18, 2026

Motherboard designed for advanced AI and industrial automation

Motherboard designed for advanced AI and industrial automation

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Motherboard designed for advanced AI and industrial automation

February 16, 2026

OpenAI and SoftBank are deepening their commitment to industrial-scale artificial intelligence infrastructure with a $1 billion investment in SB Energy, a move that underscores how automation is increasingly driving physical expansion in the AI sector. The partnership, announced on Friday, is part of the $500 billion Stargate initiative first revealed at the White House last January, which aims to establish the United States as a leader in AI infrastructure and deployment.

OpenAI and SoftBank are deepening their commitment to industrial-scale artificial intelligence infrastructure with a $1 billion investment in SB Energy, a move that underscores how automation is increasingly driving physical expansion in the AI sector. The partnership, announced on Friday, is part of the $500 billion Stargate initiative first revealed at the White House last January, which aims to establish the United States as a leader in AI infrastructure and deployment.

Why OpenAI and SoftBank are spending $1Bn on AI infrastructure for automation

January 12, 2026

Tata Power, one of India’s largest vertically integrated power companies, has launched the Energy Insights & Innovation Lab (EIIL) at its Mumbai headquarters, aiming to harness data, behavioural science and artificial intelligence to develop smarter electricity solutions.

Tata Power, one of India’s largest vertically integrated power companies, has launched the Energy Insights & Innovation Lab (EIIL) at its Mumbai headquarters, aiming to harness data, behavioural science and artificial intelligence to develop smarter electricity solutions.

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Tata Power launches AI-driven lab to tackle peak electricity demand

January 2, 2026

With extreme weather and surging demand exposing Europe’s energy fragility, Elyette Roux, Executive Vice President for Power Grid & Accessories at Nexans, delivers a powerful call to action, urging governments, regulators, and industry leaders to invest, innovate, and collaborate to secure a resilient, future-ready electrical grid.

With extreme weather and surging demand exposing Europe’s energy fragility, Elyette Roux, Executive Vice President for Power Grid & Accessories at Nexans, delivers a powerful call to action, urging governments, regulators, and industry leaders to invest, innovate, and collaborate to secure a resilient, future-ready electrical grid.

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Why we have collective responsibility to invest in and protect electricity grids

January 2, 2026

Investing in quality circuit protection isn’t about paying more for a component—it’s about safeguarding homes, workplaces, and reputations. Well-engineered devices like MCBs, RCBOs, and AFDDs meet rigorous safety standards, last for decades, and prevent costly failures. Choosing reliability over the lowest price ensures long-term safety, peace of mind, and professionalism.

Investing in quality circuit protection isn’t about paying more for a component—it’s about safeguarding homes, workplaces, and reputations. Well-engineered devices like MCBs, RCBOs, and AFDDs meet rigorous safety standards, last for decades, and prevent costly failures. Choosing reliability over the lowest price ensures long-term safety, peace of mind, and professionalism.

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Opinion: why circuit protection costs what it does – and why it is worth every penny

December 22, 2025

ABB has agreed to acquire Netcontrol, a Finnish provider of electrical grid automation software, as the Swiss engineering group seeks to expand its offerings to utilities grappling with rising power demand and the growing complexity of electricity networks.

ABB has agreed to acquire Netcontrol, a Finnish provider of electrical grid automation software, as the Swiss engineering group seeks to expand its offerings to utilities grappling with rising power demand and the growing complexity of electricity networks.

ABB to buy Finnish grid automation group Netcontrol as power networks face growing strain

December 18, 2025

Zenture Partners has launched a blueprint aimed at overhauling how global manufacturers procure and manage enterprise networks, as companies grapple with rising operational risk, sprawling vendor estates, and the accumulated complexity of legacy telecom infrastructure.

Zenture Partners has launched a blueprint aimed at overhauling how global manufacturers procure and manage enterprise networks, as companies grapple with rising operational risk, sprawling vendor estates, and the accumulated complexity of legacy telecom infrastructure.

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Zenture unveils network procurement blueprint as manufacturers tackle telecom risk and complexity

December 16, 2025

HARTING has unveiled an upgraded version of its Han® S connector series, designed to support the growing demand for high-power energy storage systems (ESS). The Han® S 450 Plus now delivers up to 500 A, up from the previous 200 A limit, while retaining a compact form and low heat generation.

HARTING has unveiled an upgraded version of its Han® S connector series, designed to support the growing demand for high-power energy storage systems (ESS). The Han® S 450 Plus now delivers up to 500 A, up from the previous 200 A limit, while retaining a compact form and low heat generation.

HARTING boosts power rating of connector for energy storage systems

December 14, 2025

ABB has delivered the UK’s first medium-voltage uninterruptible power supply system for an AI data centre, after completing a 25 MVA installation at Ark Data Centres’ Surrey campus. The project marks a significant step in the effort to prepare Britain’s digital infrastructure for rapidly rising AI-related power demands.

ABB has delivered the UK’s first medium-voltage uninterruptible power supply system for an AI data centre, after completing a 25 MVA installation at Ark Data Centres’ Surrey campus. The project marks a significant step in the effort to prepare Britain’s digital infrastructure for rapidly rising AI-related power demands.

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ABB deploys UK’s first medium-voltage UPS as Ark builds out AI data centre hub

December 12, 2025

Advantech has announced a strategic partnership with Axelera AI to develop a new generation of Edge AI acceleration modules built around the Europa AIPU, as the Taiwan-based group moves to strengthen its position in low-power, high-performance computing at the network edge.

Advantech has announced a strategic partnership with Axelera AI to develop a new generation of Edge AI acceleration modules built around the Europa AIPU, as the Taiwan-based group moves to strengthen its position in low-power, high-performance computing at the network edge.

Advantech and Axelera AI strike partnership to launch next-generation Edge AI modules

December 10, 2025

Advanced Energy Industries, the Denver-based power technology group, has introduced a 350 W open-frame power supply aimed at industrial customers seeking reliable performance in demanding operating environments.

Advanced Energy Industries, the Denver-based power technology group, has introduced a 350 W open-frame power supply aimed at industrial customers seeking reliable performance in demanding operating environments.

Advanced Energy launches 350 W open-frame power supply for harsh environments

December 8, 2025

German engineering group igus has expanded its readycable line with a set of pre-assembled power and data cables designed for use with Keyence vision systems, as demand grows for components that can withstand continuous movement on production lines.

German engineering group igus has expanded its readycable line with a set of pre-assembled power and data cables designed for use with Keyence vision systems, as demand grows for components that can withstand continuous movement on production lines.

Electrical & Connectivity

igus targets industrial camera market with new range of ready-to-connect cables

November 30, 2025

Conta-Clip, a German cable management specialist, has unveiled a new modular cable entry system aimed at simplifying and speeding up the installation of cables in control cabinets, enclosures, and machines. The KDSI-SR-G system allows users to feed cables with or without connectors from the outside to the inside, and to make changes to the installation at any stage.

Conta-Clip, a German cable management specialist, has unveiled a new modular cable entry system aimed at simplifying and speeding up the installation of cables in control cabinets, enclosures, and machines. The KDSI-SR-G system allows users to feed cables with or without connectors from the outside to the inside, and to make changes to the installation at any stage.

Conta-Clip launches modular cable entry system to simplify industrial wiring

November 16, 2025

Swiss engineering group Stäubli has stepped up its push into high-performance data centre infrastructure with the launch of a new micro quick-disconnect connector, part of a broader effort to standardise next-generation liquid-cooling systems used in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced computing.

Swiss engineering group Stäubli has stepped up its push into high-performance data centre infrastructure with the launch of a new micro quick-disconnect connector, part of a broader effort to standardise next-generation liquid-cooling systems used in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced computing.

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Stäubli launches Mini-QD connector to drive new liquid-cooling standards for AI data centres

November 10, 2025

Global copper shortages spark sustainable solutions from igus

Global copper shortages spark sustainable solutions from igus

Global copper shortages spark sustainable solutions from igus

November 5, 2025

element14, the online engineering community owned by Avnet, has launched a design competition in partnership with US components group Molex, inviting engineers and technology enthusiasts to experiment with single pair Ethernet (SPE) for industrial automation.

element14, the online engineering community owned by Avnet, has launched a design competition in partnership with US components group Molex, inviting engineers and technology enthusiasts to experiment with single pair Ethernet (SPE) for industrial automation.

Electrical & Connectivity

Design contest aims to showcase industrial benefits of Single Pair Ethernet

November 4, 2025