COVID-19 Statement from Wilson Power Solutions
Amidst the COVID-19 crisis and with the uncertainty surrounding supply chains, we have been understandably receiving a high volume of requests from our customers to provide reassurance and guarantees. Our senior team has put together a statement which outlines our contingency plan in terms of protecting our team members, site works, and supply chains. We […]
17 Mar 2020
End Users Could Benefit from Avoiding £80m of Wasted Energy
2.9% of all energy generated in Europe gets wasted through transformer losses. That’s enough to power Denmark for three years. In the UK, network losses account for 1.5% of the CO2 emissions. 25% of which are caused by distribution transformers. This raises two questions, who pays for this wasted energy and what can we […]
5 Feb 2020
New Standard Four-Week Lead Time
Quality is your friend, speed is your ally! We’ve got both with our new standard four-week lead time! Shorter lead time is every project manager’s dream! We have addressed this issue and decided to stock over 100 transformers on our shop floor to be able to offer you the shortest lead time in the […]
27 Jan 2020
NPG is the First DNO to Trial Super Low Loss AMTs
Northern Powergrid will be the UK’s first distribution network operator (DNO) to trial super low loss ground-mounted Amorphous transformers (AMTs) that could help reduce 2GWh of annual losses. The transformers can reduce core losses by up to 90%, compared to the older ground-mounted distribution transformers they’re replacing. Network losses are the leakage of power during […]
9 Dec 2019
What should come first solar PV or replacing transformers?
Comparing solar Photovoltaic systems to distribution transformers is not exactly straightforward, the former is used for generating electricity and the latter for transmitting and distributing it. Does that make it a case of apples and oranges comparison then? Not quite. Eng. Ayah Alfawaris elaborates below. The shift to renewable energy surged exponentially after the prices […]
20 Nov 2019
Wilson Power Wins Prestigious Sustainability Award
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) launched Sustainability Impact Awards this year to recognise businesses and individuals whose impact on the transformation towards a sustainable world is prominent. Wilson Power Solutions received an award for the New Product, Service or Technology category. The award came as recognition of Wilson e2 Super Low Loss […]
2 Oct 2019
Wilson Power at the Forefront of Nationwide Energy Saving Solutions After Hitting 1,000 Amorphous Transformers Sales
For over 70 years, Wilson Power Solutions have focused their family based business on developing responsible engineering solutions for others. After pioneering amorphous technology in the UK, the company has gone on to gain nationwide recognition for their innovative Wilson e2 and e3 low loss transformer range. The use of amorphous metals as a core […]
30 Sep 2019
How Ultra-Low Loss Transformers can help Shape the Energy Landscape
Energy supply is the UK’s second most carbon-emitting sector, after transport. It is estimated that the sector accounted for 27% of the CO2 emissions in 2018. Compared to 2017 statistics, energy supply reduced 7.2% of its carbon, making it the most contributor to decarbonization. This is attributed to phasing out from coal and increasing the […]
30 Sep 2019
Wilson Power is Shortlisted for IEMA Sustainability Impact Awards
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment run the IEMA Sustainability Impact Awards to recognise businesses and individuals whose impact on the transformation towards a sustainable world is prominent. Wilson Power is shortlisted for the 2019 IEMA Sustainability Impact Awards in the New Product, Service or Technology category for its Wilson e2 transformers. Wilson Power […]
19 Sep 2019
Erika Wilson Named Regional Finalist for Forward Ladies Awards
Forward Ladies National Awards and Summit are in their 10th year. Forward Ladies is working to create a global platform that connects women to opportunities, networks, businesses and expertise that empower them. The Awards aim to recognise female achievers across different sectors. Our joint managing director, Erika Wilson, was shortlisted for Forward Ladies Awards for […]
9 Jul 2019
University of East Anglia – Super Low-Loss Transformers
Background University of East Anglia [UEA] is one of the UK’s top 15 Universities and part of the top 300 Universities globally. It is a campus University of about 300 hectares and 90 buildings and on a “normal” day frequented by around 20,000 humans and about 5,700 other species, according to a recent biodiversity study. […]
13 Jun 2019
Reducing Energy and Costs in Retail
Retail is commonplace in all our lives. No matter how the economy is performing, there is still a substantial level of consumer spending. Be it online, via retail parks or our high streets, retailers stock the everyday essentials we require such as food, cleaning products and clothing. Many of us have turned to online shopping […]
24 Apr 2019
Top 5 Renewable Energy Technologies
With the recent release of ‘Our Planet’, on Netflix, Sir David Attenborough delivered an empowering speech at The National History Museum, aimed at all of us, in hope of awakening us to the dilemma we’re currently facing: mass extinction. The documentary is expected to reach over 1 billion people on Netflix alone, educating and […]
16 Apr 2019
5 FAQs about Distribution Transformers
1. What do distribution transformers do? Distribution transformers are the last port of call on a distribution grid. The grid will soak up high amounts of electrical energy and distribute it accordingly for the customer, be it household or commercial use. The distribution transformer is responsible for outputting the correct voltage. It converts the […]
18 Mar 2019
Advantages of Amorphous Metal Technology
Given the recent launch of our Ultra Low Loss Amorphous Wilson e3 Transformer, and as pioneers of amorphous metal technology in the UK, we wanted to highlight some of the clear advantages of amorphous metal technology. What are amorphous metals? Amorphous metals are alloys with a different makeup compared to typical metals. Amorphous metals […]
12 Mar 2019
Transformer & Transmission Conference 2019
The year ahead will see both a surge in the demand for electricity as well as an increased focus on renewable energy solutions. Considering that, coupled with the fact that the global transformers market is set to grow to dizzy new heights, next month’s attendance at the Transformer & Transmissions Conference in London provides […]
6 Mar 2019
Wilson Power Solutions CPD ‘Lunch & Learn’ Seminar
So far, 2019 has seen us continue to deliver our successful CPD seminars up and down the country. Luckily, today, we are on home turf as we host a session at the impressive Weetwood Hall in Leeds. What’s on the agenda? Our CPD seminars are always tailored towards our guests, providing them with up-to-date […]
20 Feb 2019
The Wilson e3 Ultra Low Loss Amorphous Transformer
Last year, we chalked off one of the biggest dates in our diaries by attending EMEX London. EMEX is the UK’s must-attend energy event for those wanting to increase their organisation’s energy efficiency while reducing carbon emissions. With hundreds of exhibitors and guest speakers, as well as thousands of companies in attendance, it was the […]
11 Feb 2019
8 Simple Steps to Specifying a Transformer
We at Wilson Power Solutions promote product innovation, engineering excellence and a strong sense of social and environmental responsibility. Our 70 years of experience in the industry can’t be ignored, as we endeavour to help our customers find the best power distribution solution for their needs. This simple guide highlights how our expertise can help […]
21 Jan 2019
How Can Your Business Save Energy in 2019?
As we’ve already seen in 2018, many businesses are making the switch to become more eco-friendly and energy efficient. This is largely due to the energy trilemma many organisations are now facing. Some are transforming their entire operation, revolutionising their approach and investing millions of pounds, whilst others are making a more conscious effort to […]
18 Jan 2019
NHS Ninewells Hospital Transformer Replacement Project
Working with the NHS is a privilege. Granted, whenever we install, or replace a transformer, and witness both the financial and environmental benefits they can have for a business, it’s always rewarding. But the NHS is something much bigger. Scotland’s hospitals are faced with the trilemma of meeting ambitious carbon targets, improving site resilience […]
20 Dec 2018
A Miracle on Argyll Street
Let’s face it, our distribution transformers aren’t the most agile or manoeuvrable; they’re big, heavy and stubborn. During an install, they’re often the main cause of a site manager’s headache, even in the most sparse environments, never mind a compact basement. That’s why this particular project deserves some special recognition. Imagine transporting an 8 […]
23 Nov 2018
Introducing the Wilson e3 – The Uk’s first ultra low loss amorphous transformer
Having pioneered super low loss amorphous transformers in the UK through the innovation of the Wilson e2, we at Wilson Power Solutions (WPS) have been working tenaciously to bring you a next generation amorphous transformer. The Wilson e3 boasts even bigger savings, by minimising energy wastage and maximising performance. Staying ahead of the curve […]
13 Nov 2018
NHS – reducing emissions, saving energy & money
Our National Health Service is continuing to face immense pressure from the public, politicians and the threat of privatisation. Despite this, nobody will be feeling the pressure more so than the dedicated team of doctors and nurses catering for sick patients. It’s often quite easy to forget the level of commitment show by these […]
23 Oct 2018
5 reasons to upgrade your energy supply infrastructure
Often, when looking for energy saving solutions, businesses and organisations will opt for the obvious and install the likes of solar power solutions or smart lighting, in a bid to reduce energy costs and reduce their overall environmental impact. However, what a lot of businesses are neglecting to do is look beyond the the […]
15 Oct 2018
Reducing the carbon footprint by recognising where energy is wasted
Whilst there are plenty of general hints and tips on how to reduce your carbon footprint on an individual basis, like choosing cycling over driving, becoming vegan or paying more attention to the appliances around your home, at Wilson Power, we’re more focused on saving energy from large-scale operations such as hospitals and universities. […]
9 Oct 2018
Energy Savings through Power Transformers – beyond the ‘low hanging fruit’
Often, when the topic of energy efficiency emerges, people usually think about what’s occurring inside a premises, as a way to save energy. Aspects such as LED lighting, insulation and building management systems are always at the fore. However, what very few realise is that a lot of energy waste occurs before it even enters […]
2 Oct 2018
New Lighting Solutions For Sustainability
As one of the UK’s leading suppliers for energy efficient power distribution solutions, and as a company with a such strong social and environmental responsibility, it’s important that we stay true to our word, regarding our own energy saving operations. Having made stepping stones towards becoming self-sufficient in August 2015, after the installation of a […]
12 Sep 2018
Amorphous Metal Transformers – Myth Buster
What are Amorphous Core Transformers (AMT’s)? The cores of conventional transformers consist of stacks of laminations that are made from silicon steel with an almost uniform crystalline structure (CRGO). In transformers with amorphous cores, a ribbon of steel is wound to form the core. The big benefit of amorphous transformers is that amorphous steel has lower […]
14 Aug 2018
What is Amorphous Metal Technology?
Essentially, amorphous metal technology is the result of experimental science; the product of an ongoing quest to solve problems and improve performance; the consequence of never standing still. What are amorphous metals? By rapidly cooling a molten metal, it is relinquished of the time needed to form the same crystalline structure found in other […]
14 Aug 2018
