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Energy tradeshow – Hannover, 21-25 April 2008

Overview of the entire production chain for energy in all its forms

The HANNOVER MESSE technology fair’s energy-sector show has been growing at truly stellar rates over the years —in terms of exhibitor numbers, display space and visitor numbers— and the latest exhibitor registration figures for 2008 show this trend is set to continue.

Already three of the Energy show’s four exhibition halls (11, 12 and 13) were 95% booked out in December ‘07. In other words, “Energy” had already met 75% of its exhibitor target for 2008. The organizers are now predicting the show will attract more than 1,000 exhibitors and cover some 40,000 sqm of display space.

“Energy” show Director Oliver Frese: “The outstanding exhibitor response rate and extremely positive reception in the energy sector prove that the Energy tradeshow format is a winner. Our exhibition halls are highly attractive, and we are steadily expanding our successful special presentations and diversifying into new theme areas.”

The Energy show profiles the energy mix of the future. Unlike any other energy-sector trade fair, it combines all aspects of renewable and conventional energy generation, transmission, distribution and utility management under one roof. “Energy” is the only trade fair that gives an overview of the entire production chain for energy in all its forms.

It is this that has cemented its status over the years as the leading international exhibition hub for energy technology. All eyes in 2008 will be on Hall 27, the central crossover point for all three of HANNOVER MESSE’s energy-related tradeshows (“Energy”, “Power Plant Technology” and “Pipeline Technology”.) Hall 27 is also the new home of the WORLD ENERGY DIALOGUE.

All the market leaders will be at the Energy show, each constituting a keynote theme in their respective exhibition halls. This will lend added profile and attractiveness to all areas of the show.

Areva, for example, will be showcasing its transmission and distribution product portfolio on 350 sqm (3767 sq. ft.) of display space in Hall 12. The big energy companies will be headquartered in Hall 13. E.ON, for example, will be exhibiting on more than 800 sqm (8,600 sq. ft.) of display space, while the EnBW showcase will take up around 1,000 sqm (10,760 sq. ft.).

Dr. Ingo Luge, Chairman of the Executive Board of E.ON’s conventional power station subsidiary E.ON Kraftwerke GmbH: “This year, E.ON’s showcase at HANNOVER MESSE will be in the power plant display area. We are currently working on a whole range of projects in Germany and abroad that are of enormous interest both from an engineering as well as an energy point of view. We are keen to dialogue with HANNOVER MESSE visitors on these and many other key E.ON themes.”

The Energy tradeshow’s constantly evolving line-up of special displays and joint presentations includes the “Life Needs Power” discussion platform and the ZVEI ESCO Forum (Energy Services and Contracting forum organized by the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association).

“Supply-side energy efficiency is rapidly growing in importance. HANNOVER MESSE is the only trade fair that explores integrated solutions for optimized electric generation, transmission and distribution”, explains Rüdiger Haake, Manager of the ZVEI’s Power Engineering division and the ESCO Forum. “Energy contracting for distributed generation is growing in importance owing to the great potential it offers for efficiency gains.”

To further stimulate topical discussion, track market trends and stay true to position at the forefront of the energy debate, the Energy show will next year feature several new forums and special displays.

These will cover everything from solar thermal power plants to business process and power system control technology. The WORLD ENERGY DIALOGUE 2008 will examine power stations and power grids of the future.

In 2008, HANNOVER MESSE will for the very first time feature three international energy-related tradeshows: Energy, Pipeline Technology, and the all-new Power Plant Technology, the show-within-a-show for power plant construction and operation. •

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Spotlight on industrial energy savings

New special display “Energy Efficiency in Industrial Processes” • Energy Tunnel shows visitors the way • German Federal Minister of Economics as official patron

Energy saving is obviously a top priority for industry today, not only in order to protect the environment but also as a way of getting a step ahead of the competition. Cutting-edge technology could result in savings of up to 90 percent in the life-cycle costs of individual components such as electric motors, and up to 70 percent in ancillary equipment including pumps, fans, compressed air technology and cooling systems. HANNOVER MESSE (the Hannover Fair) will offer valuable advice on how to achieve this in the brand-new “Energy Efficiency Tunnel” in Hall 6.

At HANNOVER MESSE 2008, visitors can enjoy a truly interactive experience and use various systems to identify potential savings. They will have the opportunity to follow a complete production process. Displays and terminals work out potential savings and cost newly entered requirements on the spot. And for anyone who still feels a little in the dark, there is light at the end of the tunnel – light shed on the subject by energy experts from the German Engineering Federation (VDMA) and the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (ZVEI). They will be on hand to point visitors in the right direction, helping them find the exhibitors who are best equipped to meet their needs or answer their questions.

With reference to the new special display “Energy Efficiency in Industrial Processes”, Thorsten Herdan, Managing Director of the VDMA Energy Forum, commented: “Energy efficiency has always played a major role in the mechanical and plant engineering industry. Even if there is an initial rise in investment costs, it is the life-cycle costs that are ultimately the crucial factor – they will decrease and eventually result in a reduction in the price of products. Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important parameter for all production processes and thus for all customers of the mechanical and plant engineering sector. In the future, energy efficiency will influence purchasing decisions. This is one of the topics that will be addressed in the Energy Efficiency Tunnel. Energy efficiency is also fundamental to the generation of power and heat. Energy efficient turbines and motors, for example, can reduce CO₂ emissions during power generation and thus help to conserve resources. However, we must also consider the importance of increasing the energy efficiency of system components. Efficient pumps, compressors and drives can make a significant contribution to shrinking CO₂ emissions. For some time now, developments in mechanical and plant engineering have been largely governed by efficiency-related considerations. In today’s mechanical and plant engineering sector, we are already seeing about EUR 80 billion of the overall sales of EUR 160 billion being allocated to measures for increasing efficiency.”

Dr. Reinhard Hüppe, Manager of the Automation Product Division of the ZVEI, confirms: “Enormous savings can be made in the field of electric drive technology. Currently, there are 30 million drive units installed in Germany. Only twelve percent of these use energy-saving speed control. Realistically, there would be benefits in changing over 50 percent of all drives in this way. Such a move could save 22 billion kilowatt hours of electricity each year. In terms of energy production, that’s equivalent to nine 400 megawatt power plant units. If we say that eight cents per kilowatt hour is the average cost of power, then industry could make annual savings of at least EUR 1.75 billion.”

Werner Blass, Manager of the Electric Drive Systems Product Division of the ZVEI adds: “There is also great potential for savings as regards energy-saving motors. If energy-saving motors of the EFF 1 type, the very top efficiency class, were to be introduced across the board for standard applications, we would be looking at savings of 5.5 billion kilowatt hours or EUR 440 million in power costs. If we were to utilize the full potential savings of electric drive systems using the technology already available to us, we would reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emitted into the environment by 17 million tons in Germany alone.”

Federal Minister of Economics Michael Glos, newly appointed patron of the “Energy Efficiency in Industrial Processes” special display in Hall 6, is also well aware of the massive potential for savings in the industrial sector: “This special display will show companies that efficient energy usage is not just about protecting the climate – it can also help them to cut their operating costs significantly and gain even more of an edge on the competition. This is set to become an increasingly important factor as time goes on, particularly in view of the ongoing rise in energy prices. This display will demonstrate that German companies hold a pioneering position on the international market for energy efficient technologies and will highlight this fact to trade professionals both from Germany and across the globe.”

One company that has already reduced its power costs significantly is Weidmüller Interface GmbH (Hall 11, Stand B 60), a solutions provider for transmitting power, signals and data in industrial environments. By replacing the electrical heating for its electroplating baths, the company achieved savings of 775,000 kilowatt hours of electricity and 685,000 kilowatt hours of gas. Energy costs were reduced by around EUR 160,000. In only four months, the company had recouped its investment of EUR 50,000 in a new natural gas powered cogeneration plant with condensing technology and waste heat recovery. This success was recognized last year when Weidmüller Interface GmbH received the very first “Energy Efficiency Award”. This was presented by the German Energy Agency (dena) in conjunction with Deutsche Messe and the KfW Förderbank as part of the Initiative EnergieEffizienz (Energy Efficiency Initiative). The award, with its total prize fund of EUR 30,000, will be presented for the second time at HANNOVER MESSE 2008. The presentation will take place on 22 April as part of the WORLD ENERGY DIALOGUE.

With the inclusion of the brand new “Energy Efficiency in Industrial Processes” special display, HANNOVER MESSE 2008 is picking up on one of today’s real hot topics – one that will be of increasing significance to many manufacturers in the years to come. Thomas Rilke, Head of Industrial Automation at HANNOVER MESSE 2008, comments: “Technologies and services relating to energy saving and energy efficiency are at the very heart of HANNOVER MESSE 2008. In the future, a product will only be truly competitive if it is also energy efficient.”  •

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