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http://www.poweronline.com/doc.mvc/Vestas-Signs-24-MW-Order-With-VSB-Energies-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a
Vestas has signed an order for a total capacity of 24 MW for the Greneville wind power plant, which will be located in the northeast of Orleans in the Région Centre, one of the regions with the best wind resources in France and a current total wind generating capacity of 540 MW Read more at poweronline.com...

http://www.poweronline.com/doc.mvc/ABB-Books-900M-Ultrahigh-Voltage-DC-Power-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a
World’s first ultrahigh voltage multi-terminal system to supply hydropower across 1,700 kilometers, with highest ever converter capacity – new global benchmarks in HVDC technology Read more at poweronline.com...

http://www.poweronline.com/doc.mvc/argan-inc-s-wholly-owned-subsidiary-gemma-power-systems-receives-full-notice-to-proceed-for-a-biomass-fired-power-project-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a
Argan, Inc. (NYSE MKT: AGX) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Gemma Power Systems (GPS), has received full notice to proceed from East Texas Electric Cooperative (ETEC) for a contract to design and build a 49.9 MW, biomass-fired power plant near Woodville, Texas. GPS previously announced the awarding of this contract on October 17, 2011 Read more at poweronline.com...

http://www.poweronline.com/doc.mvc/synthesis-energy-systems-announces-india-coal-test-agreement-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a
Synthesis Energy Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: SYMX) ("SES") announced today that it has entered into an agreement with a large steel-making corporation in India for analysis of their high ash coal for potential use in SES' advanced fluidized-bed gasification technology in a number of planned coal gasification projects in India Read more at poweronline.com...

http://www.poweronline.com/doc.mvc/ge-steam-cycle-solution-optimizes-performance-for-power-plant-boilers-0001?atc~c=771+s=773+r=001+l=a
Steam plant operators are looking for control solutions that will help them to optimize boiler efficiency by reducing fuel consumption while reducing emissions Read more at poweronline.com...


NEWS FROM CATERPILLAR

Customer Testimonial: Facility Reduces Utility Bills and Carbon Footprint with Mix of Gas and Diesel Gensets
Caterpillar Endurance Facility generates 6.5 MW of power while testing new generator sets.  Read more at cat.com...

Caterpillar Introduces Next Generation of 40 to 175 kW Diesel Generators
The next generation diesel generators include improved enclosures offering three levels of sound attenuation. The standard generator sets feature a smaller more competitive footprint, with improved paint coverage providing excellent corrosion resistance. For cold weather climates, the enclosures can be configured to include full insulation coverage; the control panel compliments the enclosures by facilitating optional ambient control hardware and could easily accommodate motorized louver conversions. Two sizes of sub base tanks are available providing minimum run times of 24 or 48 hours at 100% load. Read more at cat.com...

Cat C175-20 Offers Greatest Power Output of Any High-Speed Diesel
Caterpillar Inc. today introduced the C175-20 generator set. The 20-cylinder C175 produces the greatest power output of any single high-speed diesel generator set available on the market, producing up to 4 MW of power. It requires less maintenance and provides the highest power density of any current high-speed generator set. Read more at cat.com...



Caterpillar to Exhibit Power Systems Solutions for Construction Industry at Intermat Paris
In addition to a full line up of construction equipment, Caterpillar Inc. will be exhibiting power generation products at Intermat, April 16-21, 2012. Held in Paris, France, Intermat is dedicated to the latest trends in construction products and services. The exhibition will be an opportunity for Caterpillar to demonstrate its rich history and experience with a full range of capability for construction customers — including machinery, power generation, financing, and product support. Read more at cat.com...


Customer Testimonial: Datacenter Ensures Smooth Operations with Integrated Power System
Cat flywheel UPS and gensets combine to provide clean, consistent power for data center in Budapest. Read more at cat.com...

Brochure: EPIC Multiple Generator Set Control Paralleling Systems Simplified for IEC Applications
The Cat Engine Paralleling and Integration Control (EPIC) is a straight forward approach to paralleling Cat generator sets while its scalable, modular design makes it reliable, economical and easy to use. Read more at cat.com...

Customer Testimonial: Customized Genset Extracts 1MW of Power from Landfill Project
`The Caterpillar team really stepped up to the plate in terms of offering us a unique, 10-year extended service coverage plan on the generator set. That, combined with our relationship and comfort level with Caterpillar, was really the difference.`  Read more at cat.com...

Article: Selecting the Right Coal Methane Power Plant
Diego T. Matrajt, Caterpillar Electric Power, discusses a sustainable solution that reduces emissions and provides an efficient source of energy. Read more at energyglobal.com...

Customer Testimonial: Flexible, Modular Power Plants Aid in Island's Recovery
Integrated generator sets and switchgear in custom stainless steel containers provide 18MW in American Samoa.  Read more at cat.com...



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