AEG Power Solutions Introduces Thyro-step Controller to New Markets at Intersolar North America

SAN FRANCISCO--(Business Wire)--
AEG Power Solutions (www.aegps.com), a global leader in end-to-end power supply
systems and solutions, announces the arrival of its Thyro-step controller to the
glass and fiberglass market at Intersolar North America, taking place today
through Thursday in San Francisco. AEG Power Solutions` Thyro-step controller,
an advanced control device for its power controllers systems, has been a welcome
addition to the energy industry and continues to gain popularity within
industries such as glass manufacturing that reduce operating costs by increasing
energy efficiency. In its first appearance at Intersolar North America, AEG
Power Solutions will be displaying several of its energy-efficient products and
providing additional information at Booth No. 9446 at the Moscone Center West.

The Thyro-step controller is a voltage sequence control most effective when used
in energy-intensive environments, including the manufacturing of solar panel
components like polysilicon and glass. This new accessory device combines the
features of a load-sequencing control (10+1 circuits) with the traditional tasks
of a monitoring system for mains load peaks and a data logging and control
system. The Thyro-step controller enables the installation of large, digitally
controlled heating systems by balancing or reducing the usage of the connected
switching and heating elements. By lowering the installation costs to the user,
increasing the life expectancy of the elements and enhancing the energy
efficiency of the system as a whole, the Thyro-step controller helps cut
operating costs as well. In addition, it serves as an I/O module and offers a
wide range of communication capabilities.

"The Thyro-step controller has shown tremendous success through improved energy
efficiency when implemented with an existing infrastructure, and we are pleased
to expand those cost-saving possibilities into new markets," said Scott Everett,
vice president, North American Sales at AEG Power Solutions. "When applied to
the manufacturing of polysilicon used in creating solar cells, AEG Power
Solutions prove to be more than 99 percent energy efficient; our nearest
competitor provides about 95 percent efficiency. For manufacturers and
municipalities with high monthly energy bills, AEG Power Solutions provides
customers with the products and services needed to reduce power loss along with
the associated energy costs so that you`re operating at or near peak efficiency.
With energy conservation and other green practices emerging as a critical part
of day-to-day operations, AEG Power Solutions helps lead companies toward a
greener tomorrow."

The main features of the Thyro-step controller include:

* 10 potential-free relay/thyristor switch connections
* Analog output to power controller
* Supply voltage 110 V/ 230 V; 50/60 Hz
* Easy to use (switch and potentiometer)
* RS232 PC connection
* Configuration options via PC software
* Adjustable ramp functions
* Hysteresis function (automatic/manual)
* Error and alarm signal output
* Replaces three former ZME cards
* Device protection via integrated safety fuse

Intersolar North America (www.intersolar.us) is the most diverse international
business-to-business trade show in the United States for the global solar
industry. The event hosts roughly 500 exhibitors and focuses on photovoltaics,
solar thermal technology and solar architecture. Exhibitors include PV cell,
module and inverter manufacturers, components and mounting systems suppliers,
manufacturing system suppliers, service companies as well as manufacturers of
solar thermal applications including heating and cooling.

About AEG Power Solutions

AEG Power Solutions is a power supply provider offering one of the world`s most
comprehensive portfolios of premium power supply systems and solutions. The
company has its main competence and manufacturing center in Warstein, Germany
and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. AEG Power Solutions` regional
office in Dallas, Texas, established in 2001, specializes in sales, engineering
and service for North America. The group has been operating as an independent,
global supplier of power solutions since 2005. It employs 1600 people in 16
countries, including more than 160 service and installation engineers to provide
comprehensive customer support and service. Renowned for engineering excellence,
AEG Power Solutions holds more than 70 active patents in power conversion and
benefits from more than a half century of expertise. The company represents the
culmination of more than 150 years of power engineering expertise developed
under the AEG Power supply systems, Harmer & Simmons and Saft Power Systems
names which are all part of the history of the company.

The AEG Power Solutions range of industrial products and services includes
standard and customized UPS, DC systems for industrial applications, UPS for IT,
industrial chargers and premium power controllers for high-tech industry
applications, railway solutions and solar inverters.

For more information, please visit www.aegps.com.

M/C/C for AEG Power Solutions
Nathan Rome, 972-480-8383 x 301
Nathan_Rome@mccom.com

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