New Inclination Sensors from Balluff
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New Inclination Sensors from Balluff
Florence, KY (PRWEB) February 21, 2013
Balluff’s new liquid-based inclination sensors measure the deviation on a horizontal axis of up to 360°. With an extremely high accuracy of 0.1°C, a resolution of 0.01° and a temperature drift of just 0.01% /10K, they are the ideal choice for solar -thermal power plant and renewable energy applications that require angle measurement or constant rotary monitoring.
Balluff’s BSI inclination sensors feature a robust metal housing with an IP 67 enclosure rating that is easily installed into systems with limited space due to their compact housing size. With an expanded temperature range of -40°C to + 85°C, they are ideal for outdoor applications.
Balluff inclination sensors are based on a capacitive measuring principle and are equipped with a liquid-based measuring cell. The 4-20mA analog output signal is scaled linearly over the angular range of 360°C.
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Electronics Companies Still Must Eliminate Dirty Energy from Supply Chain – Greenpeace
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Electronics Companies Still Must Eliminate Dirty Energy from Supply Chain – Greenpeace
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 19, 2012
Global electronic companies must do more to end the use of climate changing dirty energy in their manufacturing and supply chains, according to a report released today by Greenpeace International.
While these companies have made progress at removing toxic chemicals from the mobile phones, computers and tablets they produce, their manufacturing and supply chains are still too heavily dependent on dirty energy sources that are contributing to climate change.
Greenpeace International’s 18th version of the Guide to Greener Electronics [1] ranked 16 electronics companies based on their commitment and progress in three environmental criteria: Energy and Climate, Greener Products and Sustainable Operations.
“The next big environmental challenge for consumer electronics companies is to reduce their carbon pollution,” said Greenpeace International IT analyst Casey Harrell. “Consumers have stated that they want greener electronics, which means high functioning gadgets that are built and powered by renewable energy.”
The bulk of the carbon footprint associated with many electronic devices is buried in the manufacturing chain, where the electronic devices are assembled. More carbon is used in the manufacture of some gadgets, such as tablets and smart phones, than consumers ever use after buying them.
“Companies should work with their suppliers to implement more efficient manufacturing processes and to power the supply chain with renewable energy, not fossil fuels, just as they have successfully done to reduce the toxic materials in electronics,” Harrell said.
As global electronics use grows, only corporate environmental leadership can prevent increased electronic waste and ensure that the industry transitions to using clean energy to manufacture its products. Electronic companies have also gained political power in many countries, meaning their advocacy for clean energy can impact government policy.
The Indian technology firm Wipro topped the ranking in its first appearance in the International version of the Guide to Greener Electronics. [2] Wipro scored the most points due to its efforts to embrace renewable energy and advocacy for greener energy policies in India. Wipro also scored well for post-consumer e-waste collection for recycling and for phasing out hazardous substances from its products.
“Wipro has set a new benchmark for sustainability, not only in India but across the globe, that will have a long-term impact in shaping the green energy debate in the electronics industry,” said Greenpeace India Senior Campaigner Abhishek Pratap. “The rest of the electronics sector should follow in the footsteps of Wipro’s climate leadership.”
HP dropped from No. 1 in last year’s edition of the guide to No. 2. Nokia moved up from No. 4 to No. 3. Taiwanese computer maker Acer was the most improved company in the guide, moving up nine spots to No. 4 for engaging with its suppliers on greenhouse gas emissions, hazardous substances, conflict minerals and fibre sourcing. Dell dropped from No. 3 to No. 5. Apple dropped slightly from No. 5 in last year’s edition to No. 6. Blackberry maker RIM did not improve from its 16th ranking, the bottom of the group. [3]
The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics, launched in 2006, has prompted improvements within the electronics industry, including the phase-out of hazardous substances from products. [4] The guide is part of Greenpeace’s wider campaign to push the IT industry to develop the solutions needed for a global clean energy revolution. [5]
Greenpeace is a politically and financially independent global campaigning organisation that acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace. Greenpeace supports the reuse and repair of electronic products. We encourage individuals to extend the working life of their gadgets, to buy used products when possible and to buy new products only when truly necessary.
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NOTES TO EDITOR
1. This year’s 18th Guide to Greener Electronics: http://www.greenpeace.org/rankingguide
2. Wipro and three other Indian consumer electronic companies were assessed separately in a version of the Guide to Greener Electronics specifically for Indian companies, using the same set of criteria from 2007 – 2011. The current edition of the guide merges the Indian version and the international version.
3. These changes in ranking order are based on the integration of Wipro (5.4) and HCL Infosystems’ (4.3) scores from the previous version of the Guide. In previous rankings, Wipro and HCL’s score were released only in India, though the evaluation criteria were identical. To gauge ranking order changes in this latest edition of the Guide, Wipro and HCL’s previous scores were intergrated into the past ranking order of the globally released Guide. In the previous global ranking, Wipro would have been ranked second, HCL seventh.
4. A timeline of Greenpeace electronics campaigning: http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/campaigns/toxics/electronics/Campaign-timeline/
5. Greenpeace’s campaign focusing on the IT industry: http://www.greenpeace.org/coolit
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Journey from Obesity to Healthy Spirituality Shared in New Book
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Journey from Obesity to Healthy Spirituality Shared in New Book
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (PRWEB) November 07, 2012
From author Blanka Thomas, a woman who forever lost 51 kilograms of excess body weight, The Magickal Vitality in Nine Weeks is a book is created on the basis of strong personal experiences. It is a bridge to a new reality of how people can—in the most natural and fun way—diminish excess weight or “hitchhikers” or “stopped energies.”
“Like most of us, I was also raised that I need to please and listen to others, so I tried the first 20 years of my life to please everyone… I fell into the dream spell or vicious circle of illusions and failures,” says Thomas. “I forgot the magnificent power that I was given at birth. I silenced my inner voice and intuition, cut the link or lost connection with my higher self, and “forgot” who I really was…The result was 112 kilograms or 250 pounds of body weight.”
Thomas’ book is addressed to three groups of people: those who are tired of different ineffective weight loss programs, as well as those willing to gain weight; those who live stressful lives and yearn for a renewed harmony of body, mind, soul, and spirit; and finally, those who wish to realize their potential in the here and now and to live their dreams in the reality. Gender, age, status, position, religion, and other things on this rainbow magical journey are not important and have no meaning. This book is also published in Slovenian language.
Through the nine magic weeks of journey, readers are taught knowledge and tools such as the power of words, visualization and decision, regular journaling, rainbow thoughts, magic keys, ancient knowledge, animal totems, sacred plants and fruits, energy vortex, colors and crystals. All these essential elements make The Magickal Vitality in Nine Weeks a book that will significantly transform readers’ lives.
For more information on this book, interested parties may log on to http://www.XlibrisPublishing.co.uk.
About the Author
Blanka Thomas is well known in Slovenia, Europe, as Maginja (Magician) Blinkita. In 2004, she found the ancient Mayan T’Zolkin Divine Matrix 20:13. After a few years of researching, she published her first book The Mayan T’Zolkin 2012, followed by The Magickal Vitality in Nine Weeks in Slovenian language. She is the founder of the Academy of Life in Slovenia. She is the practitioner of Mayan abdominal massage and Spiritual Healing, of classical massage and body work, of Munay Ki and the shamanic way of healing. For the last eight years she teaches, and gives workshops, lectures, courses, and consultations about the New Reality 2013 and ancient Mayan and Inca knowledge all over her homeland. Her passion and hobbies are writing, researching and teaching about ancient and future knowledge and about the new reality 2013.
The Magickal Vitality in Nine Weeks * by Blanka Thomas
For Harmony of Body, Mind, Soul, and Spirit
Publication Date: September 18, 2012
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Wind Power in China Industry Research Report ? Now Available from IBISWorld
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Wind Power in China Industry Research Report – Now Available from IBISWorld
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 14, 2012
Over the past five years, revenue has been growing 73.9% annually, says IBISWorld. As a clean and renewable energy source, wind power is playing an increasingly significant role in power generation, ranking fourth after thermal power, hydroelectric power and nuclear power. Revenue for the Wind Power industry in China is estimated at $ 10.2 billion in 2012. Wind power generation firms have been consistently increasing installed capacity over the period, and an oversupply of wind turbines is stimulating their further expansion. The national standard for on-grid wind turbines came into force in November 2011 to address the bottleneck. Even for those on-grids, however, large amounts of electric power are discarded due to the limited transmission capacity of the grid.
The top four wind power generators in China account for almost half of industry revenue in 2012. The concentration level of the industry dropped sharply after the Power Sector Reform in 2002, when the former monopoly, the National Electric Power Corporation, was split into five major state-owned power generation groups and two electric grid corporations. The five major power generation groups, China Guodian Corporation, China Datang Corporation, China Huaneng Group, Shenhua Group, and China Huadian Corporation, have access to generous government subsidies for new energy exploration and competition among them is intense.
With strong government support for alternative energy generation, the Wind Power industry in China will likely experience another five-year-period of expansion, says IBISWorld. However, growth will be limited by new government regulations requiring the approval of new wind power projects by the National Energy Bureau. In addition, projects in regions where over 20% of electricity generated by wind power is discarded due to limited transmission capacity will no longer be approved.
For more information, visit IBISWorld’s Wind Power in China industry report page.
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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics
The Wind Power industry in China generates power by natural wind from the ocean as well as the land. As a clean and renewable energy source, wind power is playing an increasingly significant role in power generation, ranking after thermal power, hydroelectric power and nuclear power.
Industry Performance
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
Products & Markets
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Major Markets
Globalization & Trade
Business Locations
Competitive Landscape
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Barriers to Entry
Major Companies
Operating Conditions
Capital Intensity
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
About IBISWorld Inc.
Recognized as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every US industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.
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New Energy Audit Program from Dr. Energy Saver Lansing
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New Energy Audit Program from Dr. Energy Saver Lansing
Lansing, MI (PRWEB) September 28, 2012
Dr. Energy Saver Lansing has been selected to help deliver energy savings to customers through a new program jointly developed by DTE Energy Company and the Building Science Academy. Their experience with homeowners throughout the area earned them a spot as one of the few contractors to participate in the program.
To begin, the energy experts at Dr. Energy Saver Lansing will conduct a free assessment of the health, safety, comfort, and energy performance of the home followed by a written home energy performance plan.
Specifically, the Home Performance Pilot Program includes:
a free-of-charge home performance check-up consisting of a homeowner interview, testing for carbon monoxide and gas leaks, and a blower door test for detecting the home’s air leakage.
an onsite detailed check-up report providing recommendations for reducing energy costs while increasing comfort.
The program is open to residents in the counties of Kent and Washtenaw as well as select areas of Wayne County, until 500 homes are retrofitted or no later than December 1 of 2013. Homeowners will benefit by acting quickly.
Dave Samano, Certified Energy Management Technician and the Program Outreach Coordinator has said “We are thrilled to be chosen for this sweep. At Dr. Energy Saver Lansing, we are committed to helping homeowners in our community achieve maximum energy efficiency. So it does our hearts good to see homeowners, who otherwise would not have been able to afford the necessary upgrades, given access to them through these utility rebate and grant matching programs.”
Dr. Energy Saver Lansing has years of experience providing customers with energy efficient products and services such as insulation, air sealing, replacement windows and doors, water heaters, water conservation, and renewable energy sources. As members of the Dr. Energy Saver network, they are among the best energy performance contractors across the country trained and certified in the latest technologies in the field.
The Building Science Academy offers training for attendees to meet energy and weatherization performance standards. They are an affiliate of the Building Performance Institute (BPI) recognized as setting national standards for the home performance industry.
More information for participants about the Home Performance Pilot Program including standard DTE Energy rebates, an application, financing, and rebate charts can be found at http://www.yourenergysavings.com.
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Drywall Installers in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
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Drywall Installers in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 24, 2012
As the real estate market endured its worst downturn since the Great Depression, demand for drywall installers contracted sharply during the recession. Over this period, industry revenue is expected to decrease at an annualized 6.0% to about $ 34.5 billion. The Drywall Installers industry is composed of companies that install drywall panels, apply plaster to interior walls of homes or buildings and install other forms of insulation. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Austen Sherman, “demand for the industry’s services primarily depends on the level of activity in the residential, commercial and industrial real estate markets, all of which faced severe declines in demand during the past five years.” The residential real estate market fared the worst, with the number of housing starts expected to fall at an annualized rate of 11.6% during the five years to 2012. Further, the value of nonresidential construction is projected to decrease at an average of 5.4% annually over the same period.
The Drywall Installers industry has a low level of market share concentration, as the four largest firms account for only a small fraction of total industry revenue. The majority of industry operators are small firms that operate within a local or regional sphere, employing less than five people. Because these small firms were not able to spread operating costs over an increasingly shrinking revenue base, from 2007 to 2012, the number of companies offering industry services is projected to decline at an average annual 3.0% to an estimated 18,678 companies. The industry’s larger participants on the other hand, such as KHS&S Contractors and Performance Contracting Group, operate on a national basis and with lower income fluctuations. Nonetheless, As contracts became scarce and price-based competition heightened, the industry’s average profit margins dropped from 3.4% in 2007 to an estimated 2.2% in 2012. “During this period, the government provided tax credits to homeowners investing in energy-efficient upgrades, like insulation work, which helped keep some operators afloat,” says Sherman. Over 2012, recovery in the economy is expected to spur activity in the residential and nonresidential real estate markets, leading to an estimated 4.7% growth in revenue for the year.
Over the next five years, the Drywall Installers industry will benefit from the improvement in the real estate market, which will renew demand for industry services. From 2012 to 2017, industry revenue is forecast to increase at an average annual rate of 4.5% to an estimated $ 43.0 billion. Although not expected to reach prerecession levels, housing starts are projected to rise at an annualized 10.8% over the next five years, to about 1.2 million units. The majority of this growth will take place early during the five-year period, before settling into a more sustainable, long-term growth rate. However, the industry will likely face intensifying competition from general contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners, limiting the industry’s growth potential over the next five years. For more information, visit IBISWorld’s Drywall Installers in the US industry report page.
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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics
This industry includes companies that are primarily engaged in drywall, plasterwork and building insulation work. Plasterwork involves applying plain or ornamental plaster, as well as installing lath. Industry operators are contracted for work on new buildings, additions, alterations, maintenance and repairs.
Industry Performance
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
Products & Markets
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Major Markets
Globalization & Trade
Business Locations
Competitive Landscape
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Barriers to Entry
Major Companies
Operating Conditions
Capital Intensity
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
About IBISWorld Inc.
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Hear an Exclusive on the World?s First Green Investment Bank from UK Business Secretary at Bioenergy Finance Forum 2012
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Hear an Exclusive on the World’s First Green Investment Bank from UK Business Secretary at Bioenergy Finance Forum 2012
Lambeth, London (PRWEB UK) 3 August 2012
As the UK is in the process of establishing the world’s first green investment bank, serving cabinet minister, Rt Hon Dr Vince Cable MP will present the keynote address to attendees at the forthcoming Bioenergy Finance Forum (http://www.greenpowerconferences.com/bioenergyfinance), as part of the global-leading World Biofuels Markets Series.
During his presentation light will be cast on to the Government’s unique efforts to drive future investment into the bioenergy sector through the inaugurating of the Green Investment Bank. How different policies and support mechanisms are affecting the financing of bioenergy projects will also be answered within the Keynote Address from the Secretary of State for the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills on 19 September 2012.
In confirmation of his involvement at the Bioenergy Finance Forum, Rt Hon Dr Vince Cable MP commented “the Government is committed to setting the UK firmly on course towards a green and growing economy, and the UK Green Investment Bank is a key component of this transition.”
“As the bioenergy industry grows in global importance, it is imperative that issues surrounding finance and investment within the sector are resolved in order to aid development and reach targets,” said Hannah Yates, Event Director for Bioenergy Finance Forum. “Based on many years of experience in economic affairs, the Rt Hon Dr Vince Cable MP will offer our attendees an outlook on finance and investment within the bioenergy market for 2013 and beyond.”
The inaugural Bioenergy Finance Forum will take place September 19, 2012 at the Grange Tower Bridge Hotel, London. The conference will be joined by 100 senior decision making, top level attendees from across the bioenergy and finance communities. In conjunction with Bioenergy Finance Forum is the Renewables M&A Conference, where industry- leading speakers will give insights into the burgeoning renewable secondary market.
More information on the conference agenda, and registration is available at http://www.greenpowerconferences.com/bioenergyfinance, by following @GreenPowerMC and @hannahgpc on Twitter, or by joining the LinkedIn Bioenergy Finance Forum group.
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Green Power Conferences are pleased to welcome journalists to attend the 2012 Bioenergy Finance Forum free of charge. To request a press pass please email michael.chaplin(at)greenpowerconferences(dot)com
About Green Power Conferences
Green Power Conferences is the market leader in renewable energy conferences. Since 2003, over 15,000 delegates have attended more than 300 conferences, exhibitions, workshops and training courses providing strategic business intelligence to the renewable energy and sustainability industries. Green Power’s expertise lies in producing high quality, interactive events that provide ample networking opportunities for delegates, sponsors and partners. More information and a full list of current conferences is available at: http://www.greenpowerconferences.com.
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Solar Panel Installation in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
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Solar Panel Installation in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld
Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) July 28, 2012
City: Over the past five years, the Solar Panel Installation industry in Australia has been propelled to the forefront of electrical installation services. With an annualised growth rate of 115.2% achieved during this time, the impressive current year growth rate of 13.8% is nevertheless the lowest of the period. According to IBISWorld industry analyst David Stephen, “Industry revenue of $ 1.39 billion is expected for 2012-13, a staggering 40-times higher than the figure of just five years prior.” Having a low base year has helped statistically, while the reality is installation levels have grown at an equally impressive rate.
Photovoltaic (PV), or solar power, capacity levels have grown exponentially on the back of a shift in social and political trends toward the adoption of renewable energy. With the support of the government, the adoption of solar power has been accelerated and the goal set for renewable energy to provide 20% of Australia’s demand by 2020. The Solar Panel Installation industry in Australia has three major participants: National Solar Group, Origin Energy and CBD Energy. “The vast majority of enterprises operating in the industry are small subcontractors working for solar panel retailers,” says Stephen, “suggesting a low level of market share concentration.” Over the five years through 2012-13, the number of companies operating in the industry has escalated in order to service the spike in demand for solar panels from Australian households.
The future of solar power adoption and subsequently installation is subject to the change, despite strong potential and advocacy from a range of both political and non-political groups. Government priorities and other sources of renewable energy will provide competition regardless of how the economic landscape unfolds. This means that solar cell technology will need to compete on multiple fronts such as cost efficiency, design attractiveness and versatility of application if it is to retain a modicum of the staggering growth that propelled the industry to the forefront of clean energy adoption. Technological advancements towards economic viability remain crucial, and will determine whether the industry meets or exceeds its forecast growth over the next five years. For more information, visit IBISWorld’s Solar Panel Installation report in Australia industry page.
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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics
Firms in this industry install solar-power panels. The work performed may include new work, reconstruction, rehabilitation and repairs. This industry excludes panels installed for specifically commercial electricity generation.
Industry Performance
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
Products & Markets
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
Competitive Landscape
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalisation
Major Companies
Operating Conditions
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
About IBISWorld Inc.
Recognised as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every Australian industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Melbourne, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organisations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com.au or call (03) 9655 3886.
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ESA Renewables Receives Approval from Tennessee Valley Authority for 22 Solar Arrays
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ESA Renewables Receives Approval from Tennessee Valley Authority for 22 Solar Arrays
Lake Mary, Fl (PRWEB) March 01, 2012
ESA Renewables (ESA), a leading turnkey solar solutions provider, confirmed the acceptance of 22 Participation Agreements for customer-sited projects through the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and the local co-ops in the North Carolina and Tennessee areas.
During the fall of 2011, ESA submitted the applications to TVA’s Generation Partners pilot program. The pilot was designed to demonstrate the feasibility of purchasing electric energy from residential, commercial, and industrial customers generated by qualified renewable generation resources. Qualifying systems were required to be more than .5 kilowatt (kW), but less than 200kW and consist of a commercially proven technology of either, solar electric, wind, low-impact hydropower or biomass. Since that time, the program has been modified for projects up to 50kW.
All 22 applications for the customer-sited projects being installed by ESA have been accepted to participate in the TVA Generation Partners pilot program. According to the terms of the pilot, the systems must be completed and commissioned within six months of the acceptance date.
ESA will engineer and install the 200kW DC photovoltaic solar arrays on each of the sites, as well as operate and maintain the sites for the duration of the agreement term. Each property owner has entered into a lease agreement for the property being utilized that allows them additional income for the duration of the contract.
“ESA is pleased to learn of TVA’s approval of these 22 applications,” said Jeffrey Burkett, President of ESA Renewables. “These solar arrays will be of great financial benefit to the customers, and further advance our countries efforts towards generating clean, green energy.”
About ESA Renewables, LLC
ESA Renewables has positioned itself as a leader in the industry providing turnkey solar PV systems globally. ESA owns and operates a diverse portfolio of more than 500 solar PV power generating facilities located in the United States, Puerto Rico, Spain and Italy. ESA’s scope of services includes financing, engineering, construction, testing and operation and maintenance. With headquarters in Castellon Spain, ESA has additional offices in Florida, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, France and Italy. For more information about ESA Renewables, LLC, please visit http://www.esarenewables.com or call 407-268-6455.
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SnapUI and Windows CE Power New Generation of Intrinsically Safe Gas Analysers from Geotech
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SnapUI and Windows CE Power New Generation of Intrinsically Safe Gas Analysers from Geotech
Birmingham, UK (PRWEB UK) 27 February 2012
ByteSnap Design Ltd, a specialist in embedded systems design and development, and Geotech have announced an industry first for commercially available, intrinsically safe electronic devices. The new 5000 series of landfill and biogas analysers, are the first gas analysers approved for Zone 0 (the most hazardous gas or vapour) environments that incorporate many of the features commonly associated with smartphones and PDAs, making gas measurement and analysis simpler, safer and faster than before.
Steve Earp, Project Manager at Geotech said, “With ByteSnap Design’s help we have developed a gas analyser that is a generation ahead of the competition. Not only can it take readings in under ten seconds, it combines GPS, Bluetooth, an accelerometer, compass and a colour screen. It even operates in temperatures from -10 to +50 degrees Celsius (14-122 degrees Fahrenheit). Customers tell us there is nothing like it on the market.
“We’ve found the 5000 series’ ease of use to be a killer feature, for example, local councils taking gas monitoring at landfill sites back in-house remark upon how quickly staff get up and running with it. Moreover, the built in GPS makes routing simple and means no more time wasted looking for the right monitoring point.”
Intrinsically safe electrical devices need to be safe to use in explosive atmospheres. These devices have typically been built on dedicated hardware and software with little or no opportunity to include rich functionality such as colour screens, wireless connectivity and multi-language support.
Graeme Wintle, Director, ByteSnap Design commented, “At ByteSnap Design, our expertise spans both embedded hardware and embedded software development. This combination of skills was crucial in enabling us to deliver a portable gas analyser for hazardous environments that consumes fewer than 800 Milliwatts (mW) under heavy load and boots up rapidly.”
This is the first time that ByteSnap Design’s user interface development framework SnapUI and Windows CE have been used in an intrinsically safe device that is approved for Zone 0 environments. Graeme Wintle continued, “On portable devices like the 5000 series every Milliwatt of power counts and we used SnapUI because it is fast, flexible and power efficient.”
The flexibility of SnapUI has helped Geotech to target export markets. Steve Earp continued, “SnapUI lets us support multiple languages without changing the software, this helps us reach international markets more quickly and without undertaking extra software development. The use of SnapUI also ensures we have a flexible platform for future products enabling us to target exciting new applications.”
SnapUI is a high-performance cross-platform user interface development tool aimed at the Windows CE platform. It separates user interface design from the application code, into an XML configuration file, which enables the user interface to be developed on a desktop in parallel with embedded system development. Multi-language support is built-in and new translations can be added to the XML file without re-coding the application.
The 5000 series of portable landfill gas and biogas analysers come with a variety of user-driven improvements and can monitor gases across a range of applications including: landfill gas, biogas and gas extraction.
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Zone 0 is used to classify the most hazardous gas or vapour environments, such as the area above a liquid in a tank or drum. Zone 0 environments are those where flammable gasses are highly likely to be present or may be present for long periods, such as in the space above a liquid in a tank or drum.
About ByteSnap Design (http://www.bytesnap.co.uk)
ByteSnap Design is a specialist in innovative embedded systems development encompassing hardware and software design. ByteSnap Design has an international client list and won European Design Team of the Year 2011 in the Elektra awards. ByteSnap Design is a Zigbee Alliance member and Windows Embedded Silver Partner.
The consultancy also has experience of electronic circuit design, microcontroller design, Linux and embedded software development, designing hardware products from PDAs to smart meters with multiple software projects such as developing Windows CE BSPs to signal processing applications.
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About Geotech (http://www.geotechuk.com)
Geotech is the market-leading manufacturer and supplier of portable and fixed landfill gas and biogas analysers. Gas analysis is only part of a full range of environmental monitoring equipment that Geotech can supply, including QED AP pumps for product removal and level control. Around the world Geotech gas analysers are rapidly becoming even more important with growing focus on renewable energy from gas produced in anaerobic digestion and landfill gas.
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