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Coping with nature's whimsIEC work helps mitigate consequences of natural phenomena
To ensure that systems are properly built to operate in extreme weather conditions, such as solar storms, hurricanes, extreme cold or heat, several IEC TCs (Technical Committees) prepare International Standards.
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-04-04 |
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IEC shows a new digital face to make working easierInternational Electrotechnical Commission launches revamped website homepage
The IEC has launched a new look for its institutional website homepage, designed to provide an improved user experience and simpler navigation.
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-04-02 |
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Higher gear for standards and fully networked carsInternational Standards support the global automotive industry's FNC work
International Standards supporting the global automotive industry in the development of fully networked cars (FNC) with intelligent transport systems (ITS) was the main topic discussed at the 8th Fully Networked Car Workshop. The workshop was held on 6 March 2013 during the Geneva International Motor Show, Switzerland.
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-03-11 |
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IECEx certificates go mobileAn app to identify devices in explosive atmospheres
IECEx, the IEC System for Certification to Standards relating to Equipment for Use in Explosive Atmospheres, has launched the first mobile application to show international certificates for equipment used in explosive atmospheres.
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-03-05 |
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First global forum to drive Smart Grid decisions, analyzing past successes and failuresWorld Smart Grid Forum 2013 under the thought leadership of IEC, SGCC and VDE
The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission), the SGCC (State Grid Corporation of China) the world’s biggest power utility, and VDE, one of the largest technical and scientific associations in Europe, have joined forces to deliver a decision-making canvas to allow Smart Grids to finally move into large scale implementation for the first World Smart Grid Forum (Berlin, 24-25 September 2013).
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-03-04 |
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Tackling the energy challengeRenewable energy and energy efficiency are key themes
RTCC (Responding to Climate Change) TV speaks to IEC General Secretary and CEO Frans Vreeswijk about the need for change within the electrical industry and for cooperation as a means of moving forward, as well as the increasing importance of storage in achieving a broader roll-out of energy-efficient technologies.
( read article ) Geneva, Switzerland, 2013-02-08 |