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Helbling offers testing environment for electromagnetic compatibility
Zurich - Helbling helps clients optimize the electromagnetic compatibility of devices. The engineering and consulting firm’s measurement environment shortens the innovation cycle and enables a rapid response in the event of component supply bottlenecks.
ETH Zurich and EPFL launch green energy coalition
Zurich/Lausanne/Interlaken - The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) and Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) have presented their green energy coalition at the Swiss Economic Forum. The aim is to make the storage of renewables commercially viable in conjunction with partners from the worlds of politics and business.
Huber+Suhner announce innovative megawatt charging cable
Pfäffikon - The cable manufacturer Huber+Suhner from the canton of Zurich is expanding its megawatt charging technology offering. The new cooled system RADOX MCS1500 enables continuous charging currents of up to 2,250 kilowatts at 1,500 amps for electric heavy-duty vehicles.
UZH takes on pioneering role for One Health
Zurich - Three faculties at the University of Zurich (UZH) have founded the first One Health Institute at a European university. The disciplines of veterinary medicine, human medicine, and natural sciences plan to research the interaction between the health of humans, animals, and the environment in an interdisciplinary way.
Yokoy partners with Austrian bank
Zurich/Vienna - Yokoy has entered into a partnership with Vienna-based Erste Bank. The Austrian bank will integrate Yokoy’s AI-driven, self-learning spend management software for medium-sized and large companies into its new business banking service.
Designwerk and KAISER build electric sewer cleaning vehicle
Winterthur/Schaanwald - Electromobility company Designwerk and KAISER, a Liechtenstein company specializing in sewer cleaning and and industrial waste disposal, are starting series production of the first electric vehicle designed for sewer cleaning with water recovery. The vehicle will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 80 per cent.
WinGD and Mitsubishi planning the development of ammonia-fueled ships
Winterthur/Tokyo - Winterthurer Gas & Diesel Ltd. (WinGD) is joining forces with the Japanese shipbuilder and technology developer Mitsubishi Shipbuilding in the area of ammonia-fueled ships. WinGD supplies the engines, with Mitsubishi responsible for building the vessels and developing the fuel supply system.
Researchers can use UV light to control electrons
Zurich - A team led by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich has succeeded in using UV light to produce electrons that move slowly. This will allow radiation damage, usually caused by slow electrons, to be investigated in greater detail.
LTCC brings together students and global brands
Manno/Bioggio - Guess, Barilla and Lavazza are seeking to generate fresh marketing impetus with the help of the Lifestyle Tech Competence Center (LTCC) from the Greater Zurich Area. Participants in their competitions and workshops have the chance to implement their marketing ideas for younger target groups.
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