Ingeteam Wind business unit is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of growth and success in the global wind industry. Since the manufacture of its first power converter named INGECON WIND in 1995, the company has enjoyed steady growth and managed to consistently stay ahead of the curve. During the first semester of 2015 alone,…
The Switch launches a new utility-grade power converter
The Switch, a supplier of megawatt-class electrical drives for wind energy and industrial applications, has launched a new full-power converter (FPC) for utility-grade electricity production. The FPC+ concept builds on the company’s experience and an installed base of over 11 GW of power throughout the world. Designed for the highest level performance in electricity production,…
DNV GL awards component certification to ABB for offshore wind converter
DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts and certification body, has awarded ABB Switzerland with component certification for its latest generation main-frequency converter. The PCS6000 medium-voltage wind converter has been developed specifically for use in offshore wind turbines and is available for capacities up to 12-MW. The certificate was presented by Mike…
New WindBridge signal converter teams up with the VENTUS ultrasonic wind sensor
Nor-Cal Controls Energy Solutions has released a new product that will reduce maintenance and costs for wind-project owners and operators. The WindBridge signal converter is an innovative smart device configured to allow newer technology sensors to integrate seamlessly into an existing wind-turbine control platform, no matter the age, type, or communication characteristics of the Controller/ PLC. Nor-Cal…
A better way to ride through faults
A full-power converter design by The Switch features fault ride-through (FRT) capability for better grid-side performance. The new converters match the most stringent grid code in the world to date, the German BDEW 2008 directive. They also comply with E.ON 2006, Transmission Code 2007 and Chinese grid code 2008. During faults, the converter stays connected…
Liquid cooled converter handles 3 to 8 MVA
A medium-voltage frequency converter, the PCS 6000 Wind, works on wind turbines that require high power density and high reliability. The 6000-series of liquid-cooled Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor (IGCT) converters has a reputation for durable and reliable operation under harsh conditions. The PCS 6000 Wind matches well with large-scale wind turbines with the need for…