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08 Jan 2019, Press Releases

Press Release | SFC Energy Controls receives order for fully integrated VFD Systems from new oil producing customer

Simark Controls Ltd., a subsidiary of SFC Energy, leading provider of hybrid power solutions to the stationary and mobile power generation markets, has won another new major oil producing customer. The Canadian Oil Producer has placed an order for Simark’s fully integrated Variable Frequency Drive systems (VFDs) for their oil assets in Alberta. The order amount is in the upper six-digit CAD range. The order was still delivered in 2018 and recognised in 2018 sales & earnings.

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17 Dec 2018, Case Studies

Case Study: District of Meißen

The District office in Meissen, Germany is responsible for protecting citizens and keeping them informed in the event of an emergency. Recently, the office look at ways to handle these duties during a long power outage. They had short term, back-up generators in place, but needed a reliable, long lasting emergency power solution. Find out how the District of Meissen is using EFOY Pro fuel cells to ensure automatic, uninterrupted operation of its emergency network for up to 15 days.

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10 Dec 2018, Press Releases

Press Release | SFC Energy receives another Bundeswehr order for vehicle-based and stationary power supplies

SFC Energy AG, a leading provider of hybrid power solutions to the stationary and mobile power generation markets, announces receipt of another follow-up order of the Bundeswehr’s Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technologies and Usage (BAAINBw). The Office ordered EMILY fuel cells for supplying off-grid power to devices on board of vehicles, as well as SFC Power Managers and accessories. The order has a total volume of approx. EUR 1.25 million.

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04 Dec 2018, Case Studies

Case Study: Funkwerk video systeme GmbH

When you specialize in sophisticated mobile surveillance solutions, it helps to have a sophisticated, mobile power source. Enter the EFOY Pro fuel cell. Find out how Funkwerk, a leading supplier of communication, information and security systems in Germany, is utilizing the EFOY Pro Duo 2400 to deliver self-sufficient, video monitoring solutions to its clients.

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27 Nov 2018, Team Profiles

SFC Energy Team Profile: Jose Mendoza Smith

Jose Mendoza Smith could be forgiven for being a bit surprised by the nature of his work at Simark. After all, the job title ‘Service Technician’ doesn’t typically evoke images of working in the kind of extreme, remote locations that require you to commute via helicopter.

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05 Nov 2018, Blog

Tips for sizing Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Start in the know: It sounds obvious, but simply understanding what a VFD actually does will help keep you on track. Basically, VFDs convert input AC current to DC current. Then they invert it right back into a modified three phase AC output.

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23 Oct 2018, Blog

Five common sense commissioning fails to avoid

For centuries, a ship wasn’t deemed seaworthy unless it was “commissioned.” It had to pass a rigorous quality assurance process to be considered commissioned and ready for service. Today, we apply a commissioning process to the launch of industrial facilities, buildings, worksites and more. It’s a critical process that helps to ensure the asset is safe and running optimally.

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10 Oct 2018, Team Profiles

SFC Energy Team Profile: Karly Cicchetti | Wired for service

“When the client gets their shipment, I want to make it clear and easy for them to figure out what they just received”

Karly Cicchetti is a project manager in Simark’s Process, Automation and Energy division. Her background as a journeyman electrician means she’s well grounded on the technical side of the operations. Her fine-tuned organizational skills mean multi-tasking comes naturally.

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11 Sep 2018, Press Releases

Press Release | SFC Energy Controls receives biggest follow-up order to date for turnkey EFOY power solution to reduce methane emissions from upstream oil & gas operations

Brunnthal/Munich, Germany, September 11, 2018 – Simark Controls Ltd., a subsidiary of SFC Energy (F3C: DE0007568578), leading provider of hybrid power solutions to the stationary and mobile power generation markets, has received a follow-up order for turnkey EFOY ProCabinet hybrid solutions and SCADAPack panels from a leading North American Energy Producer. The follow-up order amounts to approx. CAD 1.2 million.

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