Why Great Service Gets Even Better With Digital and Software
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Services supports our customers by delivering outcomes that matter. Deep domain expertise, advanced AI capabilities, and strong partnerships are key to safeguarding critical energy infrastructure. HMAX Energy is the next step into the Electrical Era.
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How Software Transforms the Energy Value Chain
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The energy trilemma is accelerating industry change, demanding swift innovation. This session highlights the evolution of our digital energy portfolio and enterprise software. We connect critical infrastructure securely, use industry-focused applications, and provide an AI-enabled user experience that transforms energy operations. Our integrated solutions let customers efficiently plan, build, maintain, operate, and commercialize grid and energy systems. Digital innovation is paving the way for future-ready energy operations.
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Grid Automation is Essential in the Age of Electricity
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Massimo Danieli, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Grid Automation, kicks off our new season on the next era of electricity powered by digital. He breaks down what is truly reshaping the energy landscape and why advanced digital technologies and intelligent systems are now essential for utilities everywhere.
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An electric journey: How brilliant minds bring innovative tech
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EconiQ® is the future of sustainable high-voltage switchgear. And that’s not just some random claim – it’s a proven reality. In this season finale, we’re joined by Dr. Markus Heimbach, a renowned high-voltage expert and the Managing Director of the High Voltage Products business at Hitachi Energy, who takes us inside the remarkable journey of the iconic EconiQ: from an ambitious vision to now, a global breakthrough. --- That’s a wrap for our Power Pulse podcast’s high-voltage season! What an incredible journey it’s been! We hope you enjoyed the incredible insights, discussions,...
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Rewriting the rulebook: Why SF6-free tech needs new rules
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The high-voltage sector is moving away from SF6 – but making the switch isn’t as simple as it sounds. With a growing number of SF6-free solutions available, the challenge now is ensuring they work safely, reliably, and efficiently across the grid. And in this journey, standardization will be the next big step the industry must take to accelerate the energy transition. Tune in to this insightful episode as we’re joined by our expert guest, Michael Gatzsche, Head of Interrupter and Generator Circuit-Breaker Technology Development at Hitachi Energy, to explore why setting clear standards is...
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How can China’s energy leadership shape the grid of the future?
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China is a powerhouse in energy and there’s simply no denying it. The country is making bold moves in clean energy, building record-breaking solar and wind farms, rolling out supercharged power grids, and embracing the shift to SF6-free technology to cut out emissions just to name a few. But here’s the big question: Is China designing the blueprint for the world’s future grid? Find out in this insightful episode where we chat with our expert guest Bin Su, Head of Hub Business Unit North Asia for the High Voltage Products business at Hitachi Energy. --- Bin Su is the Head of Hub Business...
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The road ahead: India’s bold vision for a better and more sustainable grid
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India is building a grid for greatness. It’s laying a strong foundation for a power grid that’s not only reliable and efficient but also sustainable, innovative, and future-ready. What does it look like exactly? It’s an energy network that: Runs on clean energy. A shift from traditional energy sources to renewable power like solar, wind, and hydro. Is SF6-free. This means no harmful greenhouse gas will be used in key components like high-voltage switchgear. Prioritizes decarbonization. Actively reducing carbon footprint of energy generation and distribution, helping India meet its...
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North America’s journey to a more sustainable energy future
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North America is on an exciting journey to reshape its dynamic energy landscape – starting with the adoption of SF6-free technologies and soon, introducing 800 kV high-voltage transmission lines. This shift isn’t just about adopting the latest innovations – it's about rethinking how we deliver energy more efficiently and sustainably. In this episode, we are joined by Stefano Cervidi, Market Manager in the US at Hitachi Energy. He takes us behind the scenes of North America’s evolving energy landscape, covering the push for renewables, and...
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New roadmap for future EconiQ® solutions
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As the world pushes for net-zero emissions, SF6 has no place in the future of energy. But you know what does? Eco-efficient innovations like Hitachi Energy’s EconiQ®. EconiQ is a revolutionary portfolio that’s reliable, scalable, with the lowest carbon footprint – and completely free of SF6 ! In this episode, we break down the newly unveiled EconiQ roadmap of the future: • The new rating additions and its significance • What this means for the reliability and sustainability of power grids We’re joined by our expert guests Branimir Radisavljevic, Global...
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Anyone can thrive in the energy industry
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Who says you need to be an engineer to thrive in the energy industry? This episode shines a spotlight on the diverse opportunities available for professionals from all walks of life. We sit down with Ana Camarero, Chief Financial Officer of the Grid Integration business at Hitachi Energy, who has successfully carved out a career in energy, even without the technical background. If you’ve ever wondered how to break into this exciting field, this episode is for you. Tune in and get inspired! A note to our listeners: This episode was recorded in early 2024 and refers to information that has...
info_outlineResearch & Development (R&D) is the driving force behind new innovations and better solutions. It is the key to advance high-voltage solutions by creating significant and high-quality improvements.
In short, R&D makes everything more awesome. It’s all about exploring what’s possible and creating ways to make technology work better.
Tune in to this episode where Markus Bujotzek gives an inside look at the R&D process for high-voltage technology, revealing insights into how various challenges were solved and breakthrough innovations were made.
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Markus Bujotzek is the Global Technology Manager for Circuit-Breakers at Hitachi Energy’s High Voltage Products business and has been with the company for over 18 years.
Dubbed “the full electrical guy,” he is known as the ultimate expert in all things electrical.
Markus is a passionate engineer who thrives on challenging problems with a collaborative team. He is captivated by technology and values its multi-disciplinary nature.
He spends most of his free time outside of work with his loving family. He’s also adventurous and likes to ski during winter and explore the mountains on his bike in the summer.
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