logo
ADVERTISEMENT

Kenyan industries challenged to adopt technology in power management

This, stakeholders say, is the only way Kenya will have industries of the future

image
by STAR REPORTER

News02 December 2024 - 06:58
ADVERTISEMENT

In Summary


  • The two will launch Altivar™ Process Modular drives, intelligent low-voltage process drives designed for rapid cabinet integration into industrial settings from 110 kW to 2600 kW.
  • The launch event, which brought together leading players in the manufacturing space was inaugurated by the former Kenya Association of Manufacturers Chairman, Rajan Shah.

Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric has entered into a partnership with ImeXolutions, a company in electrical and solar power implementation to enhance digitization and operation efficiency.

The two will launch Altivar™ Process Modular drives, intelligent low-voltage process drives designed for rapid cabinet integration into industrial settings from 110 kW to 2600 kW.

The launch event, which brought together leading players in the manufacturing space was inaugurated by the former Kenya Association of Manufacturers Chairman, Rajan Shah.

“Technology today is moving at a very fast pace and every day; we encourage industries to use technology to keep producing and innovating to better products and solutions. This is the only way Kenya will have industries of the future,” Shah said.

Speaking at the launch event, Schneider Electric Country President, Ifeanyi Odoh lauded the launch and noted that:

 “By partnering with ImeXolutions, Schneider Electric continues to accelerate its growth in the East African market, leveraging ImeXolutions’ agility and expertise in electrical infrastructure to swiftly and efficiently assemble solutions that reduce lead times for industries that cannot afford any downtime.”

The embedded Internet of Things (IoT) technology in the Altivar™ Process Drive Systems offers significant advantages by enabling automation, real-time data management, and connectivity for improved process performance, energy efficiency, and asset management.

This technology ensures that industries can maintain continuous operations with minimal disruptions.

“By leveraging our local capabilities alongside Schneider Electric’s cutting-edge technology, we are positioned to deliver digitized solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency. Our focus on digitization enables us to meet the evolving needs of our customers, providing them with innovative systems that are crucial for success in today’s fast-paced industrial environment,” said Shinu Vattahara, Managing Director at ImeXolutions.

Related Articles

ADVERTISEMENT

logo© The Star 2024. All rights reserved