Solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity continued its remarkable growth trend in 2011, even in the midst of a financial and economic crisis and even as the PV industry was enduring a period of consolidation. As they have for the past decade, PV markets again grew faster than anyone had expected both in Europe and around the …
Monthly Archive: May 2012
May 30
On Line Energy Management Strategy of an Off-Grid Hybrid Power Generation System
Authors: Spyros Voutetakis (1), Chrysovalantou Ziogou (1), Dimitris Ipsakis (1), Fotis Stergiopoulos (1,3), Simira Papadopoulou (1,3), Costas Elmasides (2) Chemical Process Engineering Research Institute (C.P.E.R.I.), Centre for Research and Technology Hellas (CE.R.T.H.), P.O. Box 60361, 57001, Thessaloniki, Greece Systems Sunlight S.A., Neo Olvio, 67200 Xanthi, Greece Department of Automation, Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki (ATEITH), P.O. Box …
May 21
Tips for correct and safe charging of lead-based forklift batteries
Before Charging Always wear your protective equipment Indicatively goggles, face shield, rubber apron and boots Charge the batteries only when they are in need of charging A point of 20% capacity is recommended The battery should be at approximately room temperature Never charge a “frozen” or a “hot” battery Before start charging the battery, inspect …
May 16
Tips for Safe Use of Consumer Batteries
Observe the following precautions to ensure safety. Charging Do not charge batteries (except rechargeable batteries). Do not attempt to charge primary batteries, because they are not designed for charging. If attempt is made to charge them, gases generated within the battery can cause heat generation, leaking, rupturing or fire. Mounting Insert a battery with the positive …
May 07
Frost & Sullivan | What’s Hot in the Energy and Environment Industry in 2012
Trends, opportunities and Challenges through the Eyes of the Key Players in the Energy & Environment Sector in 2012. Table of Content Key Perspectives on Growth in the Energy & Environment Industry in 2012 Market Highlights for 2012 Environmental Markets Building Technology Markets Power & Energy Markets Power Supplies & Battery Markets Energy & …