The Power of Coming Together

I really hope you all are enjoying summer and the easy days this time of the year brings. I spent my vacation on Gran Canaria in Spain, and I absolutely loved it. Ironically, I traveled away from a heatwave we had at the end of June, to experience a much more convenient climate in the south. This way is unusual, as we people from northern Europe usually are seeking warmth down there in the southern regions.

I am very happy that we didn’t have to experience such extreme conditions during PCIM this June. Looking back, I have to say that I truly enjoyed the event. Not only because we celebrated the magazine’s anniversary, but actually it was nice to be at a larger event again. Since there was no electronica last year, I skipped sps and productronica, and though our WBG-Event in Munich is large in regards to quality and character, but of course not comparable to the big industry events, it was the first show I attended in more than one year. Maybe that was driving my enthusiasm and motivation, or the anticipation for our WBG panel. I’d like to thank you speakers once again for joining us. Even the GaN session on the “not-so-popular” Thursday was incredibly well attended, proof that the topic and speaker line-up were chosen appropriately.

And you know what is very popular? Munich and Bavaria in pre-Christmas Season! That’s one reason why we remain in early December with the date for our WBG-Event, specifically the 1st & 2nd this year. And because we all love continuity here at Bodo’s Power Systems. Likewise with the format: panel discussion and get-together on the first day, and conference and table-top on the second. I’ve been approached so often already about the event, and when the information will be available. We are currently finalizing the flyer and invitations and will contact all former partners and speakers very soon. But of course, if you haven’t been part of the event yet, but heard of it and want to give it a try, please feel free to reach out to me. Newcomers are always welcome to us!

For more than 20 years Bodo’s magazine has been delivered by post to all places in the world. It is the only magazine that spreads technical information on power electronics globally. We have EETech as a partner serving our clients in North America. And don’t miss our Chinese version at bodospowerchina.com. An archive of every issue of the magazine is available for free at our website bodospower.com.

My green tip of the month: Before replacing an appliance, check whether a repair is possible. The European Union's growing "Right to Repair" initiative aims to make repairs easier and more affordable, helping consumers extend product lifetimes and reduce waste. Sometimes the greenest product is the one you already own.

Kind Regards,
Holger