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Powertage 2024: The industry event of the Swiss electricity industry has successfully drawn to a close

Another successful edition of Powertage in Zurich ended this past Thursday. From 4 to 6 June 2024, 150 exhibitors presented innovative solutions for the sustainable future of energy. Over 2'000 trade visitors utilised the industry platform to discuss current economic topics, discover trends and inno

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Focus on the energy transition: Review of the second day of the Powertage

The second day of the Powertage was all about knowledge, trends and networking. From the keynote speech by Rudolf Meier to the exciting presentations and the traditional Power Party - a day full of valuable insights and intensive discussions.

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Impressions of Powertage 2024: the first day of the event

The Powertage 2024 officially opened today at 9.00 a.m. and kicked off its three-day anniversary edition under the current theme of ‘Transforming energy systems’.

Press release from exhibitors

Stronger together

Bouygues Energies & Services and Equans have come together to create something new. In the course of 2024, both companies will be united under one umbrella brand: Equans Switzerland. The best part? Multiplying two top brands creates one thing above all: more benefits for you.

Products & Solutions

The new Cellplux series

Learn more about BBC Cellpack Electrical Products Separable connectors for switchgears, transformers and junction boxes. Umax up to 36 kV and In up to 1250 A

Products & Solutions

BBC Cellpack Cast Resin Technology

The cast resin products from BBC Cellpack Electrical Products ensure highest functional guarantee, safety and reliability of cable connections in electrical installations.

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BBC Cellpack Cold shrink technology

In addition to hybrid-heat shrink and cold slip-on solutions, BBC Cellpack Electrical Products now offers cold shrink “All-in-one” joints. This range of products for medium voltage (MV) applications, we provide our customers the flexibility to choose the product that best suits their application.

Products & Solutions

Modular VAMOCON system for energy distribution offers maximum personal and operational safety

The VAMOCON switchgear cabinet system with type approval in accordance with EN 61439 for power distribution up to 5000 A is quick and easy to install because it consists of just a few intelligent parts and can be used with all standard circuit-breakers.

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Battery storage: the key to avoiding feed-in caps for renewable energies

System flexibility is the key to avoiding feed-in limitations with the targeted tripling of renewable energy sources, ensuring a stable and efficient integration of these renewable energies into the grid.

Press release Powertage

Powertage 2024: Kicking off on 4 June 2024 with exciting insights into the future of energy

From Tuesday, 4 June 2024, the Powertage will bring together the biggest players in the Swiss electricity and energy industry at Messe Zürich and celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Products & Solutions

For systematic line and fault location

The Ferrolux® RX2 audio frequency receiver combines several functions and puts them in one device to locate lines and cable faults with a high level of precision.

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New safety standards for cutting high-voltage cables: protection against tension and thrills

It is not always possible to identify a cable to be worked on with absolute certainty. In order to protect the worker, safety cutting systems are therefore used to determine the absence of voltage in accordance with DIN VDE 0105 T.1, section 9.6.4 (07.83).

Products & Solutions

Atlas Copco presents latest innovations for the power industry

At Powertage 2024, Atlas Copco will present new sustainable mobile power solutions that reduce customers' operating costs through environmentally friendly drive technology, improved connectivity and versatility. We invite you to visit us at booth C26.

Products & Solutions

Safety in Cable Installation: Precise Identification with the Cable Identifier CI/LCI

The absolutely clear and unambiguous identification of a power cable before cutting or jointing is of great importance for safety. Any mistakes can result in significant property damage, personal injury and will often cause unplanned in-service outages for connected customers.

Products & Solutions

Commissioning and condition assessment of medium voltage cables

The VLF Sine 62 kV, with integrated tan delta, is a compact, robust, and portable high-performance VLF sine wave test system for medium voltage cables.

News & Innovation

Significant peak load reduction achieved in pilot project with EV fleet

EV fleets equipped with VEIU Tech's advanced charge management system can unlock enormous flexibility potential. By optimizing charging schedules, EV fleets can reduce peak loads, cut energy costs, and provide valuable grid services. Discover the first results from a pilot project.

Interview

Global knowledge platform CIGRE gains in importance

CIGRE is a global knowledge platform headed in Switzerland by Rudolf Meier. Switzerland is an active participant. Meier will report on this at the Power Days on 5 June at 9 a.m.

Interview

Swissgrid CIO criticises hesitant digitalisation

The digitalisation of the energy sector is progressing only hesitantly. Konrad Zöschg, CIO of Swissgrid, warns in the run-up to the Power Days from 4 to 6 June 2024.

Know-How

Jörg Metelmann's ode to the solar panel

How should energy sector companies tackle the transformation of the energy system? Through imagination, says Jörg Metelmann in an interview with energie inside.

Know-How

Collective solar consumption at Wibeee Nest. The solution to the problem of shared generation

Discover how Wibeee Nest simplifies collective solar self-consumption, allowing multiple users to share and efficiently manage energy from a shared photovoltaic installation.

Products & Solutions

How to manage PV surpluses in a smart way

Efficiently managing photovoltaic (PV) surpluses is crucial for energy trading companies. Discover how innovative solutions like Wibeee Nest can optimize energy use and maximize economic benefits.

Know-How

The potential of existing hydropower plants

Hydropower resources will play a central role in the coming years. The rehabilitation of hydropower plants is an opportunity to adapt to the changing needs of the energy system.

Products & Solutions

Unlocking the Potential of EV Fleets

VEIU Tech’s charge management solution doubles the value of EVs for fleet operators by enabling them to serve as dynamic energy assets that can provide essential power flexibility to the energy markets and grid balancing services.

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Strong Grids, Green Energy in Focus: Together with WAGO, EVO & ZEV

Maximize the efficiency of your energy projects and support a stable energy grid. With WAGO’s EVO and ZEV solutions, optimize your energy usage, reduce costs, and actively contribute to the stability and sustainability of the energy market.