United Infrastructure acquires systems specialist

United Infrastructure has acquired control systems and switchgear specialist Simkiss Group as it continues to expand its presence in the UK energy and utilities markets. The buyer, which provides services across critical national infrastructure, said the deal broadened its technical capability in power, energy and… The post United Infrastructure acquires systems specialist appeared first on Construction News.

Hercules buys second power sector labour firm

Warrington switchgear and substation specialist joins group’s expanding power division

Siemens Debuts F-Gas-Free Medium-Voltage Switchgear in U.S.

Siemens is proud to release its first fluorinated-gas-free gas-insulated switchgear to the U.S. medium-voltage market. The NXPLUS C 24 – blue GIS switchgear has a lower CO2 footprint to support grid decarbonization and an arc-resistant design to help enhance personnel and equipment safety. ETL listed, the NXPLUS C 24 – blue GIS switchgear is ideal […] <p>The post Siemens Debuts F-Gas-Free Medium-Voltage Switchgear in U.S. first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Trystar Acquires Salient, Expands Power Distribution Portfolio

Trystar announces the acquisition of Salient to enhance its electrical power distribution product portfolio. Based in Charlotte NC and with additional manufacturing locations in Mayfield KY, Houston TX, Greeley CO, and Nunn CO, Salient is renowned for its expertise in the design and manufacture of generator docking stations, switchboards, switchgear, control panels, and other automation […] <p>The post Trystar Acquires Salient, Expands Power Distribution Portfolio first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

What To Expect From a Switchgear Test

Switchgear testing or evaluations are critical in ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems. This is especially true for industrial, commercial, and utility environments. That said, all sectors must have reliable electricity installations.  A switchgear combines electrical disconnect switches, circuit breakers, and fuses to protect and control electrical equipment. Your building’s switchgear should be […] <p>The post What To Expect From a Switchgear Test first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Practical Engineering - How do Substations work?

This video explains the purpose of Substations as linkages that play a critical role in controlling and protecting the Power Grid. It 'untangles' the various equipment you might see in an Electrical Substation