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RS Electro: BAUR’s Syscompact 3000 system successfully locates cable fault in the Grimsel II underground PSHPP in Switzerland
At the underground pump-storage hydraulic power plant (PSHPP) Grimsel II, property of Kraftwerke Oberhasli AG (KWO), a medium voltage cable has been damaged, part of the outward electrical line for a generator with a yield of 100 MVA. Situated high in the Swiss Alps – over 2000 meters altitude, the location has limited access to operations under heavy climate conditions, especially during winter, when entries are blocked by snow from avalanches.
2026-01-22Read the article
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FANUC supports Swiss university SUPSI in optimizing human-machine compatability
Japanese giant in the production of FANUC robots is taking part in the innovative development of an empathetic robot intended for industrial settings. “The EU funding for the research project “Fluently”, spearhead by Roboverse Reply, has a goal of designing a roboticized platform, intended of creating actual social compatibility between man and machine. The goal of the 3 year project is to design a perfected device based on artificial intelligence, intended to be carried by operators and robots, as well as designing a specialized center for training, dubbed „The Fluently RoboGym“. In it, operators and robots will be trained in well-organized interaction when performing tasks in industry," FANUC informed BalkanEngineer.com.
2026-01-20Read the article
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Nevena Mileva from Multivac Bulgaria Production: The role of the HR manager is based on empathy and correctness
In the conditions found in a dynamic work environment, the management of people requires a clear strategy, sustainable processes and deepened understanding of the human factor. Such is the work of Miss Nevena Mileva, Human Resources manager at Multivac Bulgaria Production, a production firm specializing in systems for packaging, labelling, control and inspection, part of the multinational leader Multivac. The role of a HR manager in such an organization goes beyond administrative expectations and turns into a key element for the business’s sustainable development. "HR today is a strategic partner that builds culture, forms trust, and creates an environment in which people can develop," says Miss Mileva.
2026-01-15Read the article
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Self-cleaning solar panels: scientific breakthrough or real solution – comment from experts at Smart Solar
At the beginning of 2026, the renewable energy sector is in а interesting position. Recently the focus was on the reduction in the price of photovoltaic cells themselves, now the focus shifts to a far more pragmatic question, how to maintain high efficiency during the entire exploitation period. The interesting thing is, one of the main obstacles is nature itself, dust, pollen, and general atmospheric contamination. In this regard, the progress of the developments of scientists from the Institute of Electronics at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) deserves attention, offering an interesting change in the maintenance of solar panels. To view this question from an expert lens, we turned to one of the leading specialists in the sector Smart Solar – a company with many years of experience in the design, construction and maintenance of photovoltaic power plants.
2026-01-14Read the article
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Filkab Solar: What are the differences and advantages of grid-connected, stand-alone or hybrid inverters?
When discussing solar-power systems, the conversation almost always loops back to magnets, percentages, and warranty periods. There is, however, a different important issue needing to be discussed: what do you want the system to do in the days where everything is going according to plan, and what to do during the days, when something goes wrong. Grid-connected, autonomous and hybrid inverters offer different behavior logics and most often it is the choice between them that determines whether the installation will be cheap and simple, difficult to replace and protected, or flexible and suitable for future upgrades. "The inverter sets the framework of how a system functions during its entire life cycle," Filkab Solar, a leading European company with many years of experience in the design and operation of solar-power systems, informed BalkanEngineer.com.
2026-01-08Read the article
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How Multiengineering helps businesses overcome barriers to implementing automated solutions
Automation and the inclusion of roboticized solutions is no longer a question of choice or a long-term strategy, but a key factor for market sustainability. They ensure optimized expenditure, consistency in quality, and clear planning of production capacity. “Research among 120 establishments clearly highlights this idea: more than 85% perceive industrial robots as a positive investment, and close to half use them or are in the process of integrating them, and close to 15% don’t undertake such steps. The conclusion – the interest and understanding are clear, but adapting such technology remains a challenge”. Leading production and engineering company Multiengineering informed BalkanEngineer.com.
2026-01-08Read the article
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TESY: Internal logistics requires constant coordination, attention to detail and readiness for quick decisions
Internal logistics is one of those functions, which are rarely the focus. When all processes work according to plan, it remains almost invisible – the materials are available, the lines are working, schedules are being kept. In such a case logistics does the job most effectively. The moment there’s a slowdown or it is absent, its purpose becomes clear to all. Yanko Zlatanov, manager of “Internal logistics” at TESY has been working in this discipline for four years. His job relates to planning, coordination and controlling the movement of material during production, so that processes can follow a predictable rhythm. More regarding internal logistics, the dynamic between every day processes and working in an environment where every minute is important, commented Mr. Zlatanov to BalkanEngineer.com.
2025-12-22Read the article
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STAMH comments on the transition from long global supply chains to nearshoring and how warehouse requirements are changing
For a business to survive, it constantly needs to find ways to improve its efficiency and remain competitive in the market. “Companies are shifting from static structure towards flexible solutions, which allows for work with different product categories and client expectations, as well as quick inventory change during market fluctuations. They improve their supply chains and more frequently identify tasks, which can be automated with special intelligent warehouse solutions and software, which often leads to sustainable development,” commented STAMH Group to BalkanEngineer.com.
2025-12-19Read the article
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How Rochester Electronics builds resilient practices amid global disruptions in semiconductor supply chains
The semiconductor industry underpins modern technology, powering everything from automotive systems to medical devices. Yet recent developments highlight how vulnerable global supply chains remain. Inventory shortages for critical components — such as diodes, transistors, and MOSFETs — have cascaded across multiple sectors, resulting in production delays and increased operational costs.
2025-12-16Read the article
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ABB Bulgaria: We are proud that through the Jürgen Dormann Foundation we can support young talents in engineering sciences
Engineering education continues to be key for a sustainable future, and young people, who choose to undertake the technical sciences and innovations, are those that will build tomorrow. For this reason, when a global company like ABB supports young engineers in the beginning of their professional career, it is not only a gesture of corporate responsibility, but an investment of the highest level. ABB Bulgaria is proud to announce the new graduates of the ABB foundation “Jürgen Dormann” for 2025 – young talent from the Technical University – Sofia and its affiliate in Plovdiv, which are renowned for their academic achievements, creative thinking and ambition to change the world for the better through technology and technical solutions.
2025-12-11Read the article