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CESI SOLAR CELLS ON NATURE
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CESI SOLAR CELLS ON NATURE
​Thanks to its high efficiency-solar cells, CESI gave its contribution to a prestigious project that has recently been explained on the scientific magazine Nature. In particular, l’Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) was able to achieve a record solar hydrogen production with concentrated sunlight,keeping a high solar-to-fuel efficiency. In fact, efficient solar hydrogen production requires […]
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Experience of HVDC Interconnection Italy-France called “Piemonte-Savoie” Problems connected with EMF – ELF Study of interferences with other services in tunnel
This paper presents the main results of the studies carried out for the project of High voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Interconnection between Italy and France, called “Piemonte-Savoie” about electromagnetic interferences with other services. The project has been jointly performed by TERNA and RTE and the studies have been made with the support of the Italian […]
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The new France-Spain interconnector: a long path to social acceptance in France
To secure electricity supply to consumers , foster Renewable Energy Sources integration and favour an efficient internal electricity market, the European Commission has adopted a recent communication in which European Member States and Transmission System Operators are urged to develop interconnections between national grids. However, the development of new lines – should they be overhead […]
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CESI ON SAPIENS, RAI 3
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CESI ON SAPIENS, RAI 3
Milan, April 29, 2019 – On April 27, CESI was one of the key players of “Sapiens”, the Italian TV program focused on science evolution. In this respect, in CESI’s High Voltage (HV) laboratory a lightning was artificially recreated, in order to understand its functioning and the impact on the Earth. You can watch the […]
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IPH GmbH
IPH, the larger of CESI’s two German platforms, is located in Berlin. Brief History 1956      IPH founded as national German high -power test laboratory 1980      Start of co-operation with CIGRE and IEC 1988      IPH becomes  a legally independent test laboratory 1990      Change into a GmbH (limited liability company) 1991      Start […]
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<mark class='ep-highlight'>High</mark> RES penetration impact on Operations
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High RES penetration impact on Operations
​The development of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) is rapidly growing worldwide and they will play an increasingly important role in electricity power systems in the coming years. The majority of this is expected to be from Variable Non-Synchronous Renewable (VNSR) generation sources. According to the 2020 targets, significant volumes of VNSR generation are estimated across […]
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Transparent Fluorescent Silicones
Characterization of Transparent Fluorescent Silicones for Optical Monitoring of High–Voltage Cable AccessoriesThe mechanical and electrical properties of new transparent silicone materials modified with two fluorescent dyes were investigated by measuring stress-strain behaviour, electrical breakdown strength, capacity and dissipation factor, before and after thermal ageing, as well as electrical and optical partial discharges. Mechanical properties of […]
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HP <mark class='ep-highlight'>Labs</mark> drive national grids into the future
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HP Labs drive national grids into the future
​ Since the second industrial revolution, the industry development has been strictly dependent from the availability of electric power and the reliability of the electric generation and distribution infrastructure. The reliability of an electric network could be seen as the combined reliability of its power components; since many decades, third party laboratories are trusted institutions […]
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Jicable’15
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Jicable’15
​ CESI Group will be present with four papers at Jicable Conference in Versailles, France from 21st to 25th June. Jicable is the main forum where you can meet with the major experts in AC and DC insulated power cables and their accessories, from low voltage and special cables up to ultra- high voltage cables […]
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Remote L@b
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Remote L@b
KEMA labs is always committed to ensure the maximum support to manufacturers and utilities to achieve the goal of a resilient network by performing the top-quality type testing on T&D equipment according to global standards and customer specifications. In the current “new normal” times, we are committed to offer even more cutting edge services that […]
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HVDC Infrastructures
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HVDC Infrastructures
The number of interconnections between power networks in different countries, or inside a single country with wide geographical spread, is growing, highlighting the need for high voltage direct current (hvdc) technologies, which can carry power over long distances, undersea if necessary and enable the linking of asynchronous networks . CESI is one of the few […]
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CESI ACQUIRES KEMA <mark class='ep-highlight'>LABS</mark>
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CESI ACQUIRES KEMA LABS
Arnhem, The Netherlands October 8, 2019 – CESI and DNV GL have signed today an agreementto transfer the ownership of KEMA Laboratories to CESI. The completion of the transaction will take place at the end of 2019 and is subject to other customary closing conditions. Once finalized the transfer, CESI will become world leader for […]
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CESI at Second Advanced Cable Middle East 2016
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CESI at Second Advanced Cable Middle East 2016
​The 2nd Advanced cable Middle East 2016 conference held in Dubai from February 2nd to February 3rd brought together about 100 senior representatives from leading companies and organizations internationally and regionally. Delegates took part in detailed debates investigating the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the Middle East market. The conference proved to be […]
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New trends of the electrical market: challenges and opportunities for HV Cables
​In a changing electrical market, driven by renewable energies, the target is to get wind or solar energy to the consumption centers . Nowadays Transmission System Operators (TSO) are worldwide searching for innovative solutions in developing the transmission grid and, as a result, it is likely that the application of extra high voltage AC and […]
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CESI AT EP SHANGHAI
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CESI AT EP SHANGHAI
​Milan, October 6, 2019 – CESI is attending EP Shanghai, the 12th International Exhibition on Electric Power Equipment and Technology. On this occasion, the company is showing at booth 2E46  its innovative services related to testing : from HP/HV tests on very high voltage equipment to HVDC and HVAC cables power and distribution transformers and […]
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CESI FOR EUROAFRICA
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CESI FOR EUROAFRICA
​Milan, May 24, 2018 – Yesterday Egypt and Cyprus signed an agreement for the realization of EuroAfrica, the submarine interconnection that will allow electricity  exchanges between Europe and Africa. The project will speak Italian too. In fact, CESI has been selected as technology Consultant for the completion of a cost-benefits analysis regarding the highway. 707 […]
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PD optical fibre
Progress in optical PD detection for translucent and transparent HV cable accessories with improved fluorescent optical fibresIn a previous paper we introduced sensitive and interference-immune optical PD measurements on HV cable accessories and presented first results. Since then, our investigations tried to cover all important aspects that lead to further improved sensitivity for optical PD […]
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Transformer <mark class='ep-highlight'>Test</mark> Laboratories
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Transformer Test Laboratories
Kema Labs can test all kinds of transformers from distribution to power transmission. We have the world’s most powerful test laboratories for transformer testing , which has one of the highest levels of short circuit power on the European transmission grid . Each of our laboratories is equipped to deliver sufficient power for the most […]
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Smart Metering Laboratories
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Smart Metering Laboratories
Today’s energy meter market is highly globalized, with manufacturers and users all over the world. Smart meters are critical components for both Distribution System Operators and energy users. They must keep accurately track of the energy exchanged between the system operators and users. Smart meter shall be accurate, reliable, and stable in all conditions for […]
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CESI Middle East Wins SEC Mandate
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CESI Middle East Wins SEC Mandate
​Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: 13 November 2012-CESI Middle East, a market leader in power systems technical consulting and testing , signed today a contract with the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) to develop detailed technical specifications for a High Voltage Direct Current (hvdc) power transmission interconnector between Riyadh and Mecca covering the central and western regions in […]
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