Eltek AS, a manufacturer of high efficiency power systems for telecommunications, industrial applications and renewable energy projects, announced the launch of Eltek Network Utility (ENU). This Eltek-designed, PC-based application was developed to simplify the process of managing and updating complex power system networks. Network management is a growing concern for many telecom operators, and also
SPI Recap: Checking In With Draker
September 17, 2012 :
During the Solar Power International show in Orlando last week I got a chance to sit down with Draker and discuss how its merge with Solar Power Technologies benefited both players. The companies say the merge, effective August 21, 2012, creates a global leader with that can offer performance management solutions for commercial and utility-scale solar markets. The combined
Five New Products For The Solar Pro
September 4, 2012 :
Obstruction Light Uses Solar Hughey & Phillips’ Horizon series L-810 LED-based obstruction light can be powered using a solar array. The low-intensity product is suitable for FAA L-810 steady burning lights and is available in both single and double configurations, operating with a range of 95-277 VAC and 9-48 VDC. H&P says the light lasts
Solar Components: Lufft Announces Production of Intelligent Weather Stations
February 25, 2012 :
Lufft released its two new integrated weather stations with built in tipping bucket rain gauge and optional leaf wetness sensor. The new sensor will add rainfall accumulation measurement with a tipping bucket to existing all-in-one stations already measuring temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, wind speed and wind direction. The weather stations are available with optional
Inverter manufacturer now assists managing assets
November 8, 2011 :
A manufacturer of power conversion and power-management equipment has introduced Aurora Vision, monitoring and control products, and services for renewable energy installations. The company, Power-One Inc, recently acquired two firms that develop lifecycle management software for renewable energy assets, so it now offers a wider portfolio of products and services w benefits from both companies’
Compact weather station with solar pyranometer
June 28, 2011 :
Manufacturer of climate monitoring devices Lufft offers a compact weather station with a solar pyranometer. From the WS product family of professional intelligent measurement transducers with digital interface for environmental applications, the WS301-UMB has ventilated radiation protection for measuring: Air temperature Relative humidity Air pressure Solar Radiation Relative humidity is measured by means of a capacitive sensor
Fiber optic sensor with immunity and 13-bit res
June 1, 2011 :
A supplier of automation and motion control products has developed what it says is the world’s first commercially-available absolute Fiber Optic Position Sensor (FOPS). Micronor’s says its Model MR330 series position sensor is an all-optical design immune to any electro-magnetic interference such as lightening, radiation, magnetic fields, and other harsh environmental conditions. The fiber optic
Catalog features sensors for wind and solar
April 28, 2011 :
One sensor manufacturer has a new catalog with a range of rotary position sensors applicable to the wind and solar industries. ASM Sensors, Inc. has included their Posirot sensors, as well as their single and dual axis inclinometers, Positilt. ASM says its Posirots use a permanent magnet to translate the angular position to the sensing
Higher force electric rod-style actuators
April 7, 2011 :
The expanded line of ERD electric rod-style actuators includes enhancements such as ball screws, motor mounts for NEMA and metric stepper and servo motors, plus a guide option. The addition of ball screw choices improves the force range of the ERD up to 200 lb. The combination of NEMA and metric motor mounts allows users
Near-infrared cameras improve solar cell production
November 15, 2010 :
A manufacturer of sensors for automation has developed cameras that enable better inline process and quality control, therefore improving solar cell wafer fabrication. Baumer’s TXG14NIR camera is one of a selection of TX industrial cameras that solve several critical measurement tasks in the production of solar cells. With enhanced sensitivity in the near infrared, the
