MANILA, Philippines - Innovative engineering technology cleverly complemented by functional design is the way to go in surmounting environmental challenges in the industrial and commercial building landscape.
This was demonstrated by GE Philippines at the recently concluded 37th Annual Convention hosted by The Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers (IIEE) of the Philippines featuring the Electrical, Electronics and Energy Exposition held at the SMX Convention Center. It was centered on the theme “Engineering a Safe and Better Nation through Excellence in Electrical Profession.”
GE showcased its latest lineup of power distribution products and solutions in the vertical markets of Oil & Gas, Utility, Data Center and Renewables, reasserting its position as a leader in the field.
GE won the Best Booth Award during the four-day exposition and had on display its range of pioneering products and technologies designed to reduce energy consumption and spur operational efficiency while remaining environmentally acceptable. These included the Wave Cast Transformer, a dry-type cast resin power distribution transformer with proven technology, application flexibility, lower installation and lifecycle cost; the Spectra Busway, with epoxy insulation that comes with a 50-year lifetime and an all-aluminum housing 50 percent lighter than comparable wire and conduit. GE also showed the Habiteq, an end-to-end energy monitoring and control system that enables property owners to increase the energy efficiency of their buildings and the DuraStation Electric Vehicle Charger, which offers fast charging of electric vehicles and is easily installed in various locations and settings.
Scott Douglas, senior product manager for General Electric’s medium-voltage switchgear in Asia-Pacific, delivered a presentation on GE’s switchgear technology and indicated how GE utilizes the latest techniques and design features in ensuring the safety of electrical workers who operate high voltage switchgear. GE has developed a number of features in its range of switchgear that allows electrical workers to operate the switchgear remotely instead of manually control the switches, thus reducing the risks of electrical arc explosions in the event of a high-voltage equipment failure.
Meanwhile, Alexander Anthony, GE-Triveni Ltd. regional sales director for Asia Pacific, spoke about the company’s commitment to strengthen local distribution to meet the country’s growing energy demands and increase energy efficiency through reliable and high-performance steam turbine products. GE Triveni is behind the well-proven technology and reliable solution steam turbine generator products ranging from 30 to 100 MW in industrial power generation and independent power plant markets in the Philippines.
Another GE speaker during the event was Stephen Szalla, technical application engineer with General Electric’s Digital Energy business. His presentation highlighted the use of ICT software applications to manage the three stages of dealing with natural disasters: readiness, restoration and recovery.