Technology
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Illuminating the path for women in business and innovation
Her story is one of perseverance, innovation, and an unyielding commitment to excellence. Her journey spans continents and industries, all driven by her passion for transforming the world around her.
3 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Sunbond Energy is driving advancements in solar panel technology
The firm is leading the solar panel manufacturing industry by providing 550 Wp modules under both DCR (Domestic Content Requirement) and Non-DCR categories.
1 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Smart cables are rewiring urban energy ecosystems
By leveraging data analytics, smart cables facilitate informed decision-making, ensuring energy efficiency and reduced operational costs, making them indispensable for modern energy systems.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
KEI Industries committed to sustainability with recyclable and lead-free materials
Integrated with cutting-edge IoT-enabled technologies, KEI's smart cables leverage secure gateways to monitor and control data transmission within interconnected power grids.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Enhance transmission distribution system reliability by rapidly locating PD with acoustic imaging
With the FLIR Si124, professionals can safely detect problems up to 100 metres away and analyse discharge patterns. The camera classifies three partial discharge types: surface discharge, floating discharge, and discharge into the air.
1 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Nirmal Wires to increase production capacity of Aluminium rods from 3,000 to 10,000 tons per month
Advanced zinc and zinc-aluminium coatings can enhance durability in renewable energy infrastructure, protecting wind turbines and solar panel structures against corrosion.
4 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
India's renewable energy capacity rises 14 percent to 214 GW
The country added nearly 15 gigawatt of renewable energy capacity, almost double the 7.54 gigawatt during the same period last year.
3 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Uncoiling the future with Transwind Technologies
The company's winding machines support the energy transition, crafting the components that help these systems operate efficiently and sustainably.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Indian switchgear market to grow at CAGR of 7.42 pc
According to Research and Markets, the Switchgear market in India is set to experience significant growth. Projections indicate an increase of USD 4.14 billion between 2023 and 2028, advancing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.42 percent during the forecast.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Switchgear solutions for real-time monitoring and grid expansion flexibility
loT-enabled sensors continuously collect and transmit data on temperature, voltage fluctuations, current transmission, and other key parameters, enabling real-time visibility of the electrical system's health.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
MECO MC900 series Analog insulation tester delivering over 85 pc rated voltage consistency
The device also complies with Over Voltage CAT II, 1000V Phase-Earth, and adheres to IEC/EN 61010-1 & 61010-31 safety standards, offering enhanced protection during operations.
1 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Hitachi Energy harnesses AI, ML, and Cloud for grid modernisation
Hitachi Energy aims to enhance energy distribution infrastructure in India, with the SAM600 moving and switchgear control unit improving efficiency and reliability in digital substations.
4 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
EESL employs advanced technologies to enhance RE grid integration
Considering Wi-SUN technologies, they may be in a nascent stage. To better understand this technology, it needs to mature for implementation in smart meter systems. Wi-SUN's mesh network architecture ensures robust connectivity, high uptime, and low latency, making it adaptable to urban challenges.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Smart meters for mitigating electrical accidents
A load switch in a smart meter is a relay or circuit breaker that controls the flow of electricity through the meter. It can be remotely operated and is designed to disconnect the electrical load if certain conditions are met. This capability enhances safety by enabling immediate response to dangerous situations.
5 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Smart meters help to reduce energy costs
Smart meters provide consumers with insights into their energy usage patterns. With near real-time feedback, consumers can understand when and where they use the most energy and make changes to reduce energy consumption.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
INNOVATIVE SMART METERING INFRASTRUCTURE MAKING CITIES SMART
Despite persisting challenges, the smart meters industry is crucial in enhancing grid efficiency and stability by optimising energy distribution, reducing congestion, and supporting renewable energy integration through real-time data analysis.
7 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
AI-driven strategies helping to enhance grid reliability
Drones are becoming popular in transmission projects for electrical installation and commissioning work, and Godrej & Boyce have implemented 3D scanning to obtain dimensional information of energised GIS to extend existing facilities.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Smart grid upgradation represents a fundamental shift in energy management
Smart grid technology has transformational potential. It enables renewable energy integration and supports the infrastructure for electric vehicles, which can act as energy sources for the grid.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Advancements and applications of smart grids propelling the energy landscape
Real-time interaction tools enable utilities to implement demand response strategies, allowing customers to participate in managing peak loads and stabilising the grid. This fosters a mutually beneficial relationship in which customers save on energy costs and utilities maintain grid stability.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
EVs can function as efficient energy storage systems
The concept of time-of-day (ToD) tariffs offers a game-changing solution. If ToD tariffs are implemented, EVS could act as storage during periods of renewable energy surplus.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Clean energy and digital systems converge to shape the future of smart cities
HVDC systems, designed for long-distance and undersea power transmission, prove essential for urban centers like Mumbai. The city plans to operationalise the system in-feed by 2026 to enhance reliability and control.
2 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
TOWARDS A DIGITAL ENERGY FUTURE
The scale of ongoing innovations in the distribution network, including city-level advancements under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), showcases the nation's commitment to integrating advanced technologies like Gas-insulated Substations (GIS) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
6 min |
January 2025
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Shifting from resistance to adoption of RE
It is important to note that DISCOMS struggled financially even before the widespread adoption of solar energy. These challenges were familiar and were exacerbated by long-standing inefficiencies and financial mismanagement.
2 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Changing BESS landscape in India
Self-sufficiency in battery storage is crucial for energy security, cost reduction, and sustainability. Key policies like incentivising domestic lithium mining, supporting R&D in alternative batteries, and promoting manufacturing hubs via PLI is boosting the sector.
4 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Dhash PV pioneering future of solar technology in India
The company offers a comprehensive solution encompassing all DC components, from the PV module to the inverter.
2 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Quality control is the keystone of the solar energy revolution in India
As India strives for 500 GW of solar capacity, rigorous quality assurance is essential to ensure system reliability, attract investment, enhance efficiency, and secure a sustainable energy future.
2 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Domestic RE capacity hits new milestone
The total renewable energy installed capacity surged by an impressive 24.2 GW 13.5%) in just one year, reaching 203.18 GW in October 2024, up from 178.98 GW in October 2023.
1 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Modernisation of power grid infra essential for seamless solar energy integration
Rayzon Solar leads the renewable energy revolution, pioneering high-efficiency solutions with cuttingedge N-Type TOPCon and 210R solar panels for sustainable energy advancements.
3 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
CMCE technology neutralises atmospheric charge effects
Lightning strikes on power transmission lines, substations, and power generation facilities can cause extensive equipment damage, leading to costly repairs and prolonged downtime.
4 min |
December 2024
EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)
Use of integrated transformer test facilities
Static Frequency Converter (SFC) is designed to test all types of power and distribution transformers as it provides variable output voltage and variable output frequency.
4 min |