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Fuji Electric Corp. of America announced today that they have expanded their portfolio of low-voltage inverters in the North American market with the next generation FRENIC-Mini Drive (C2), which is now available for shipment to customers. As a replacement model for the existing FRENIC-Mini, these new compact inverters offer customers additional features and improved functionality while maintaining the same size and footprint.

“The FRENIC-Mini Series has been well received by our customers around the world due to its compact size and ease of operation,” said Thomas Bopp, Fuji Electric’s General Manager of AC Drives, Ring Compressors, and HMI Displays.  “The series has undergone a full model change in order to achieve the same level of control and performance seen in more advanced models, making it suitable for a broader range of products.”

Fuji Electric’s FRENIC-Mini Series provides excellent performance for both single-phase and three-phase applications, and is available in multiple configurations to support 1/8 HP up to 20 HP AC drives / variable frequency drives (VFD) / v/ Hz vector drives.  With an expanded range of rated voltages, the new FRENIC-Mini strikes an optimal balance between price and performance, positioning it for rapid growth in the N.A. market.

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
David Schrader
Fuji Electric Business Development Manager
(843) 359-2900
dschrader@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J.  –  Fuji Electric announced today that they have developed a new biomass gas analyzer to meet the needs of biogas plants in North America.  The newly released ZPAF can simultaneously measure the concentrations of CH₄, CO₂, H₂S and O₂ in a sample gas while affording plant operators a high level of functionality.

“The innovative design of Fuji Electric’s ZPAF and its comprehensive set of features make it the perfect solution for biogas plants.  The benefits of our new analyzer are immediately realized through our space-saving design, high stability, and ease of maintenance,” said Donald Woolslayer, Fuji Electric’s General Manager of Instrumentation & Control, Transit Systems, and Radiation Detection Equipment.  “This analyzer offers a wide array of standard options including auto calibration control, high and low concentration alarms, remote range switching, and range identification signaling—all of which contribute to the safe and efficient operation of these plants.”

The ZPAF is lightweight and compact, at just 9 kg and a 19” rack mount.  Intended for indoor use, the gas analyzer is built with a steel casing and easy-to-read LCD display.  The ZPAF utilizes state-of-the-art technology to continuously measure gas concentrations to high accuracies including a non-dispersion infrared (NDIR) sensor to measure CO₂ and CH₄, a galvanic cell sensor to measure O₂, and a constant-potential electrolytic sensor to measure H₂S.  The single-beam NDIR sensor contributes to the ease-of-maintenance of the unit by eliminating the need for optical adjustment.

“Biogas systems are intended to provide a renewable source of energy, drive economic growth, and protect the environment,” added Woolslayer.  “Fuji Electric’s ZPAF biomass gas analyzer provides these biogas plants with an instrumentation solution that meets and exceeds their needs and helps them perform measurements efficiently and accurately.”

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
Lihua Li
Fuji Electric Department Manager, Instrumentation Dept.
lli@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J. –Fuji Electric has expanded their portfolio of blowers with the introduction of 2-stage regenerative blowers for the North American market, which began shipping to customers on May 1^st.  The 2VFB Series was designed to suit the needs of high pressure applications such as sparging, wastewater treatment plants, dental vacuums, and more.  These new blowers are powered by direct drive TEFC motors ranging from 1.2HP to 11.5HP and operate on a wide range of voltages at 50 or 60 Hz, making them a versatile option for projects around the world.

“This new series provides customers with what they have come to expect from Fuji Electric: Quality, reliability, and performance,” said Bill Maier, Sales Manager of the Ring Compressor Dept. for Fuji Electric.  “More and more applications are designed for higher system pressure, and the 2VFB Series delivers with a low maintenance, robust design.”

All products in the 2VFB Series are RoHS compliant, CE and CSA certified, and come standard with pilot-duty thermal protectors.  Their compact size and quiet operation make them the ideal choice for applications such as dental vacuums, while the minimal maintenance required reduces the total cost of ownership for larger, industrial projects.

“The introduction of a 2-stage blower offering was a natural progression for Fuji Electric, since our single stage units have been so popular in North America from the time we entered the market in 1970,” added Maier.  “By providing nearly twice the pressure of their single stage counterparts, 2-stage blowers enable us to reach new markets and serve new customers.”

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. has been developing power electronics equipment since 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, ring compressors/blowers, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
Bill Maier
Fuji Electric Sales Manager, Ring Compressor Dept.
(201) 490-3928
bmaier@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J. –Power electronics manufacturer Fuji Electric has announced the introduction of a new Silicon Carbide Hybrid Module for the North American market, which allows for smaller, lighter system packages due to its higher switching speed and increased efficiency over full Silicon Power Modules.  The new module, which is the latest generation product in the company’s extensive Semiconductor portfolio, began shipping to customers earlier this month and boasts temperature stability and virtually no reverse recovery loss.

“The high performance and superior efficiency of the SiC module results in a reduction of total energy consumption, which in turn decreases both system costs and operating expenses over time,” said Phil Charatz, President and CEO of Fuji Electric Corp. of America.  “The use of a hybrid module is an effective way to take advantage of this new technology while waiting for full Silicon Carbide modules to reach mass adoption.”

The 6MSi100VB-120-50, a 100A/1200V 6-pack SiC Hybrid module, is ideal for a wide variety of power electronics applications, including alternative energy, medical imaging, motor drive, and UPS.  It achieves 30% lower losses at 16kHz under standard operating conditions, which is a significant improvement over the performance of full Silicon modules.

“One of the benefits of migrating towards the use of Silicon Carbide in our products is the flexibility we have configuring the technology for a variety of products and applications,” added Charatz.  “Fuji Electric’s Engineering and Development teams are hard at work developing new, innovative products to support our customers’ evolving needs.”

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. has been developing power electronics equipment since 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J., April 22, 2015 – Fuji Electric Corp. of America announced today that they have obtained UL Certification on their line of cost-effective HMI displays for the worldwide market.  The MONITOUCH TECHNOSHOT Series began shipping in June 2013, and features enhanced CPU for faster response times along with the industry’s thinnest structure, measuring only 36mm thick.  The certification by UL broadens the market for this series, which is ideal for a variety of applications including packaging and compressors.

“Fuji Electric strives to offer products that achieve the highest levels of certification and conformity to local standards, and the TECHNOSHOT is no exception,” said Thomas Bopp, Fuji Electric’s General Manager of HMI products.  “Our efficient manufacturing processes and advanced engineering capabilities enabled us to develop an economical HMI product for the global market, and obtaining UL certification on the series was always part of this product’s roadmap.”

The UL-Certified TECHNOSHOT Series is available in a 7” and 10” screen size, and features an eco-friendly LED backlight with a sleek, slim structure.  All models come standard with two USB interfaces, allowing better connectivity to peripheral devices.  Customers will enjoy the convenience of TECHNOSHOT’s simple installation, as well as its remote monitoring and maintenance capabilities due to the on-board Ethernet port.  The switch from QVGA (320×240) to a WVGA (800×480) is a significant improvement, resulting in a resolution that is 5 times higher than previous models.
“The addition of the TECHNOSHOT Series offered our customers a strong value for multiple applications,” added Bopp.  “The development of these new products, and our recent certification by UL, demonstrates our ongoing commitment to customers and their evolving needs, as it strikes an optimal balance between price and performance.”

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and radiation detection equipment.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
Asako (Alice) Takayasu
Product Specialist, HMI Dept.
(201) 490-3927
atakayasu@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J., March 26, 2015 – Fuji Electric announced that they have been selected as the supplier of geothermal power equipment for two major projects in Indonesia and Iceland.  The power electronics manufacturer will supply two units of geothermal steam turbines and generators—each with a power generation capacity of 20,000kW—to PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy, a subsidiary of Indonesia’s oil, gas, renewable and new energy company PT Pertamina. The production is to be completed by the end of year 2016.  In the Republic of Iceland, Fuji Electric was awarded a contract for a power generating unit for the Theistareykir Geothermal Power Plant, slated to begin in October 2017.

Fuji Electric has been awarded the Indonesian contract through Sumitomo Corporation of Japan, which formed a consortium with PT Rekayasa Industri (Rekayasa), an engineering company in Indonesia, to win and undertake an EPC contract from PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy for Units 5 and 6 at the Lahendong Geothermal Area . The Units will be constructed in Minahasa district of the North Sulawesi Province of Indonesia.   At the Lahendong Geothermal Area, Fuji Electric, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation and Rekayasa, has successfully delivered three units of geothermal steam turbines and generators for Units 2, 3 and 4.

Fuji Electric was awarded the Iceland contract by the National Power Company of Iceland (Landsvirkjun) to the consortium consisting of FE and Balcke-Dürr GmbH of Germany and Fuji Electric will design, manufacture and supply the steam turbine and generator, which will be installed and commissioned on site in Iceland and delivered to Landsvirkjun.  The total capacity of the project is 45 MW, and the Theistareykir Geothermal Power Plant is located in the Northeastern part of Iceland.
This project is the latest in an effort by Iceland to increase its reliance on renewable energy, and over 99% of the country’s annual electric power is generated from renewable energy sources. The percentage of geothermal power generation is over 27%, next to hydroelectric power generation, and since Iceland has the world’s sixth-highest geothermal resource potential, construction of multiple geothermal power stations is planned for the future.*

Geothermal power generation can be used as a base-load power source that provides a stable power supply, using renewable energy sources such as steam and hot water from the ground.   Development of geothermal power stations is in progress in countries around the world where high geothermal resource potential exist, including Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Japan.   Since 1960, Fuji Electric has delivered a total of 71 geothermal steam turbine power generation units providing a capacity of 2,787 MW in Japan and overseas (of which six units with a capacity of 219 MW have been delivered to Iceland) and, in the decade from 2004 to 2013, the power electronics manufacturer achieved the world’s largest market share (40%) with 21 units delivered providing 1,068 MW.

*Source: Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
Mitchell Lardner
Sales Manager, Power Generation Dept.
(714) 540-3854
mlardner@fecoa.fujielectric.com

March 10, 2015, Edison, N.J.  –  Fuji Electric announced that the company’s FRENIC-HVAC and FRENIC-AQUA have recently been awarded the Green Building Product Certificate by the Singapore Green Building Council. The certification confirms that Fuji Electric’s Variable Speed Drives are energy saving, eco-friendly products and the company is poised to meet the burgeoning customer needs for energy efficiency equipment in industrial and commercial buildings.

The FRENIC-HVAC is designed to optimize energy consumption in office and industrial buildings related to HVAC, which generally consumes 50% of a building’s total electricity. The product features sensor inputs for temperature, flow rate etc. and 4PID control functions to monitor and control critical processes for efficient building automation functions.  FRENIC-AQUA comes standard with advanced features to meet the requirements of water treatment plants, including , cascade control, dry pump detection, slow flow rate function, and pick-up operation. Both products are fully covered Fuji Electric’s industry-leading 3-year warranty.

Fuji Electric’s Variable Speed Drives were honored at the 2014 Asian Manufacturing Awards, receiving the prestigious award of “Best Variable Speed Drive Provider”.  As a leader in power electronics and power semiconductors, Fuji Electric has emphasized their continued commitment to providing energy efficient products and solutions with minimal environmental impact, with a focus on green technology through their energy related businesses.

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contacts:
Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Sales Contact:
David Schrader
Fuji Electric Business Development Manager
(843) 359-2900
dschrader@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Tokyo, November 27, 2014 – Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. (TSE:6504) ("FE"), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and led by President, Michihiro Kitazawa, is pleased to announce that, based on a resolution of the Board of Directors meeting held today, it has concluded an agreement with Osaki Electric Co., Ltd. ("Osaki Electric") and its wholly owned subsidiary OSAKI United International Pte. Ltd. ("OUI"). This agreement is on the transfer of all shares of SMB Electric Pte. Ltd. ("SMBE") wholly owned by OUI.  We are scheduled to acquire all of the issued shares of SMBE as of December 29, 2014.
 
 1. Background and purpose
Under the management policies of the "expansion of energy-related business" and "globalization," we are working on strengthening overseas business with the focus on the industrial infrastructure and power electronics business. SMBE is a major manufacturer of low-voltage electrical switchgear and control gear solutions conducting business in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Australia. It has taken advantage of its strong relationships with design consulting and plant engineering firms to deliver many installations for datacenters, commercial facilities and industrial plant and factory equipment. We established Fuji Tusco Co., Ltd. in Thailand last October for the purpose of strengthening the power transformation business and, in December, launched Fuji Electric Manufacturing (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a new factory mainly engaged in the production of power electronics devices as the core base of manufacturing in Asia. In such ways, we are steadily moving ahead with strengthening the overseas business foundation. The present acquisition is expected to allow us to make use of SMBE's resources to further expand the business in Asia. The following describes the specific approaches.
 
■ Expansion of sales channels and strengthening of engineering capabilities
In addition to the distribution channels we have, SMBE's sales channels in the Asia-Pacific region and engineering capabilities will be utilized to increase the number of industrial plant and system projects that combine the company's low-voltage switchboards and our power electronics devices (such as uninterruptible power supplies systems (UPSs), inverters, motors, molded and other transformers and measuring instruments).
 
■ Strengthening of business by medium-voltage switchboard technology
Licensing of our technology will make it possible to start producing medium-voltage switchboards, which can be combined with our merchandise for the development of new markets such as marine electrical equipment and offshore plants in the offshore sector.
 
 
2. Overview of Company to be Acquired
(1) Company name:                    SMB Electric Pte. Ltd.
(2) Year of establishment:           1978
(3) Location:                                 Singapore
(4) Representative:                      Lee Wee Hian
(5) Amount of sales:                    SGD 110 million (approx. 9.8 billion yen at 89 JPY/SGD) (2013)
(6) Number of employees:           687 (as of June 2014)
(7) Description of business:         Manufacture, sales and related services of low-voltage electrical switchgear and control gear solutions
(8) Number of subsidiaries:         13 (5 in Singapore, 4 in Malaysia, 3 in Australia, 1 in Indonesia)
 

 
Media Contact:
Doretta Caprarola
Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Edison, N.J., July 23, 2014 – Fuji Electric Corp. of America has introduced a new series of HMI products, with models ranging from 5.7” to 15”.  The Monitouch V9 Series includes three line-ups with the V9 Lite, V9 Standard, and the V9 Advanced, designed as a migration path for V8 Series customers while also offering step-up features to satisfy the requirements of more advanced applications.

“Fuji Electric is committed to manufacturing the next generation Human Machine Interface that will allow customers to select the appropriate model for their application, and the V9 Series offers them the option of choosing between a simple HMI, a standard model and a more advanced unit,” said Thomas Bopp, Fuji Electric’s General Manager of HMI, AC Drives, and Ring Compressors.  “With features such as remote connectivity for tablets and smartphones, a capacitive touch panel for smooth operation, and a wireless LAN interface, we can continue serving the evolving needs of our existing customer base while reaching new markets.”

All models in the V9 Series are UL Certified, and come standard with on-board Ethernet ports and SD card slots, allowing for better connectivity to peripheral devices.  Select models will have on-board sound output, wireless LAN (access point incorporated), and will be Class 1 Division 2 rated, ideal for use in Oil & Gas applications.  The VNC server function ensures that all models can be accessed from a tablet PC, and the compatibility of all V9 series models with VPN means a safer and more secure network environment.  With a vibrant color display and PDF viewing capabilities, customers will enjoy the higher performance and ease of operation.

“The breadth of this new line-up of programmable operator interfaces is reflective of Fuji Electric’s engineering capabilities and our unwavering focus on innovation and product development,” added Bopp.  “Rather than simply adding new features to the V8 Series, we listened to our customers’ requests for a line-up that covered all their needs, which is why the V9 Series is appropriate for everything from the simplest applications to more advanced projects.”

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. began developing power electronics equipment in 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, HMIs, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

Media Contacts:

Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Fuji Electric Brazil – Sales Contacts:
James Hirose
JHirose@fecoa.fujielectric.com
11-2283-5991

Gilberto Cordeiro
GCordeiro@fecoa.fujielectric.com
11-2283-5991

Edison, N.J., April 29, 2014 – Fuji Electric has announced the addition of a new IGBT Module Series to their Semiconductor product portfolio, with the latest modules featuring advanced T-type neutral point clamped (AT-NPC) 3-level 12-in-1 circuit systems to significantly reduce power loss.  This latest innovation comes three years after the manufacturer originally developed the AT-NPC 3-level circuit system, which they used in IGBT modules one year later in 2011.  The company’s new IGBT modules contain essential circuitry to drive power electronic equipment in a single package, which enables reductions in the size of power electronic equipment by taking up less space than the sum of three conventional models.

“Through the use of Fuji Electric’s proprietary RB-IGBTs, we were able to eliminate reverse blocking diodes,” said Steve Bottari, General Manager of Fuji Electric’s Semiconductor Department.  “These improvements significantly reduce power loss and achieve high efficiency power conversion, both of which are key for applications such as inverters, UPS, and power conditioners for residential photovoltaic systems.”

The size reductions made possible by the single module are substantial, taking up 60% less mounting space in equipment such as inverters and uninterruptible power system [UPS] equipment than using a combination of conventional modules.  Using Fuji Electric’s RB-IGBT technology, power loss is reduced by 50%*.  In addition, there are two types of terminal pins available, accommodating product lineups equipped with solder pin or press-fit pins, depending on customer’s assembly lines.

“We continue to invest in research and development so that we can maintain our position as a global leader in power electronics manufacturing,” said Phil Charatz, President and CEO of Fuji Electric Corp. of America.  “This ground-breaking technique has been received accolades around the world, and was awarded the 60^th OHM Technology Award of The Promotion Foundation for Electrical Science and Engineering.”

*Compared with 2-level IGBT under the following conditions: 20kVA inverter operating at 7kHz carrier frequency, 700V power supply, and 30A output current (effective value).
To download a free white paper on Fuji Electric’s Advanced T-Type NPC 3-Level Modules, click HERE

About Fuji Electric Corp. of America
Fuji Electric Corp. of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., and has been responsible for sales and distribution of the company’s products since 1970.  Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. has been developing power electronics equipment since 1923, and is a global leader in industrial products ranging from semiconductors, power supply, and power generation equipment to AC drives and electric vehicle charging stations.  For more information please visit www.americas.fujielectric.com  or follow us on Twitter @FujiElectricFEA.

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Media Contacts:

Doretta Caprarola
Fuji Electric Marketing Manager
(201) 490-3933
dcaprarola@fecoa.fujielectric.com

Steve Bottari
General Manager of Semiconductor Dept.
(702) 269-2442
sbottari@fecoa.fujielectric.com