Advanced Analogic Technologies Inc. (AnalogicTech, Sunnyvale, CA), a developer of innovative power management solutions, announced its AAT3223, a low-dropout (LDO) linear regulator featuring a low quiescent current for power-sensitive portable applications. The device also features an integrated PowerOK function that monitors the LDO output voltage and alerts the system when the output falls out of […]
Hylink Technology Co. Ltd. (China) has expanded its series of high-surge protection varistors with the release of its HL1812ML150A, HL1812ML180A, HL1812ML220A, HL2220ML150A, HL2220ML180A and HL2220ML220A. The models feature a typical capacitance of 9,300pf, 8,500pf, 6,200pf, 21,200pf, 17,700pf and 14,500pf, respectively at 1KHz. The HL1812ML150A and HL2220ML150A varistors feature working voltages of 8Vrms and 11Vdc, and […]
Artesyn Technologies Inc. (Boca Raton, FL), a leader in advanced power conversion equipment for the communications industry, has extended its point-of-load (POL)...
FuelCell Energy Inc. (FCE, Danbury, CT) and Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL) announced an important milestone in their partnership with the installation of the largest fuel cell power generation plant in Illinois. The 250kW Direct FuelCell® (DFC®) power plant is now operational and was commissioned at the Caterpillar Technical Center north of Peoria. The FuelCell Energy […]
Rohm Co. Ltd. (Japan) began mass production of its RSB12JS2 surge protective devices that achieve a 1pF capacitance and 10kV surge dielectric...
Cellex Power Products Inc. (Vancouver, BC) announced the successful completion of its third field trial demonstrations at customer locations across the US and Canada. The Cellex fuel cell power units successfully operated in all locations, providing enhanced lift truck performance, including indoor refueling and compliance with all safety codes and regulations. Cellex President and CEO […]
FPL Energy LLC (Juno Beach, FL), a subsidiary of FPL Group Inc. (Juno Beach, FL), announced that it has entered into definitive purchase and sale agreements to acquire 130MW of California wind power generation projects from Enron for $80 million. FPL Energy is targeting to close the acquisition by early 2004. Under terms of the […]
Xcel Energy Inc. (Minneapolis, MN) named Richard Kelly President and Chief Operating Officer, positions that had been held by Wayne Brunetti, the company's chairman and chief executive officer. Kelly previously was vice president and chief financial officer. Benjamin Fowke III, previously vice president and treasurer, was named to replace Kelly as CFO. He retains the […]
GrafTech International Ltd. (GTI, Wilmington, DE) announced that its Advanced Energy Technology (AET) subsidiary was awarded two cash grants totaling $1.4 million from the State of Ohio to support fuel cell development programs. The awards are part of Ohio Governor Bob Taft's Third Frontier Program to foster the growth of fuel cell technology. The new […]
Anuvu Inc. (Sacramento, CA) demonstrated its zero-emission, hydrogen-fueled, public water taxi on the San Francisco Bay. The water taxi is powered by a fuel cell engine and was demonstrated for attendees at the World Maritime Technology Exposition. The partially government-funded boat illustrates the real-life feasibility of environmentally conscious marine transportation initiatives and the specialized features […]
Transpro Inc. announced that it has signed a three-year supply agreement with Cummins Power Generation (CPG), a division of Cummins Inc. (Columbus, IN). The agreement is expected to generate over $15 million in revenues during its life, and extends Transpro's current relationship with CPG. Under the agreement, Transpro's Heavy-Duty Group will supply cooling systems for […]
Linear Technology Corp. (LTC, Milpitas, CA) introduced the LTC5532, a precision RF power detector designed for monitoring and control applications in wireless...
Hydrogenics Corp. (Toronto, Canada), a designer and manufacturer of fuel cell technology, announced that it is partnering with IdaTech, the fuel cell subsidiary of IDACORP Inc., to develop a 50kW fuel cell system that can serve as an independent energy source for large facilities such as hotels, hospitals and office buildings. IdaTech was recently awarded […]
Calpine Corp. (San Jose, CA) has finalized a two-year agreement to supply electricity to Reliant Energy Electric Solutions LLC (Houston, TX). Under the terms of the agreement, Calpine will supply 150MW beginning January 1, 2004, increasing to 250MW on January 1, 2005. Calpine's energy agreement is designed to provide Reliant with daily scheduling flexibility and […]
FirstEnergy Corp. (Akron, OH) reported that basic earnings per share of common stock on a non-GAAP basis for the third quarter of 2003 were $0.95, before unusual charges that reduced net income by $131.2 million. Including these items, net income was $152.7 million, or basic and diluted earnings of $0.51 per share. This compares with […]