AC meets DC

Topics & Trends 02. July 2026 by Redaktion - Reading Time 3 min.

Rittal is a leading global supplier of control cabinet systems, automation and infrastructure, operating in the sectors of industry, IT, energy and power, cooling and services. With its RiLineX platform for power distribution systems, the company is simplifying power distribution in control cabinet construction. In collaboration with E-T-A Elektrotechnische Apparate GmbH, they are developing solutions specifically for high-current DC applications.

Jörg Kreiling is Head of Product Management for Energy & Power Solutions at Rittal and played a key role in shaping the development of RiLineX. 

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Power supply in the control cabinet

Products 02. July 2026 by Redaktion - Reading Time 2 min.

More functions and features in a limited space and growing demands on system availability are making switch mode power supplies increasingly important components. Not only must they ensure a reliable supply to the connected loads, they also have a significant impact on the system’s efficiency, service life and cost-effectiveness. When selecting a power supply unit, the key [...]

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More space in the rack

Application report 02. July 2026 by Redaktion - Reading Time 2 min.

In data centres, every height unit counts. Vertical power distribution at the rear of the rack creates valuable space for servers, storage and networking equipment. E-T-A’s 0U PDU utilises this potential.

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Safe battery disconnection

Application report 01. July 2026 by Redaktion - Reading Time 2 min.

Construction, agricultural and special machinery: Even under harsh conditions, battery isolation systems must be reliable. E-T-A has developed the MPR20 power relay specifically for this type of application. 

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Focus on security

Application report 01. July 2026 by Redaktion - Reading Time 2 min.

Increased transparency and safety in your mobile home: Thanks to the LIN-based integration of the Thitronik alarm system into the E-BOX display, important status information is shown centrally. A panic function and PIN-protected operation provide additional protection.

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Industrial plants are changing

Application report 01. July 2026 by Thomas Kramer - Reading Time 2 min.

Industrial plants are changing: Decentralised power supply solutions using DC 24 V increase flexibility, efficiency and responsiveness, while the demands placed on a safe energy supply are increasing, particularly in potentially explosive atmospheres.

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Choosing the right contacts

30. June 2026 by Dr. Hendrik Köpf - Reading Time 2 min.

Different applications and loads present different technical requirements for overcurrent protection devices. Selecting suitable switching devices and signal and control contacts is difficult. One special option is the so-called A3 auxiliary contact. We will answer some frequently asked questions about switch types and schematic symbols to help the users decide on their design and [...]

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Safe switching and protection of high voltage electrical networks

Products 30. June 2026 by Ricardo Pimenta - Reading Time 3 min.

Electrification is driving increased ingenuity in mobility: While high-voltage batteries are increasingly being used in cars, trucks, buses, trains and ships, stationary storage systems are more commonly used, for example in solar parks, AI data centres and telecommunications systems. Every application has different demands on switching and protection components – from trip time, [...]

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The E-BOX-Evolution

Topics & Trends 30. June 2026 by Hannes Büttner - Reading Time 1 min.

E-T-A’s caravanning market specialists are looking forward to this year’s Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf – the international trade fair for mobile home travel. Our innovative all-in-one E-BOX power distribution system for mobile homes will take centre stage at the 2026 trade fair.

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