The exhibition forum includes a panel discussion on "Efficiency in DC / DC Conversion" (Wednesday at 12:20) organized by Bodo Arlt and a Round Table on "Conversion into Assembly" (Thursday at 13:10) led by Yole Développement. In addition to this, leading manufacturers will answer questions on current power electronics issues in VIP interviews organised by Publish Industry.

In line with its key role in the use of renewable energy sources, energy storage continues to gain importance at PCIM Europe. The new Energy Storage Focus Area will demonstrate the interaction between power electronics and energy storage technologies.

For a hands-on display of power electronics visit the European Center for Power Electronics eV (ECPE) pavilion, where electric buggies, a charging station and an electric sports car will demonstrate how technologies of the future are already being applied.

The Student Day on Thursday gives students the opportunity to see their theoretical knowledge working in practice. In small groups, they will visit stands of various exhibitors and be able to exchange ideas and knowledge with technical professionals.

The job platform offered by Semica Careers will showcase career opportunities in the electronics industry, not only interesting for those who just enter the professional life. With an extensive network in the industry, Semica has been bringing together job seekers and providers for years.

PCIM is Europe's leading meeting-point for specialists in Power Electronics and its applications in Intelligent Motion, Renewable Energy and Energy Management.

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PCIM Europe Conference
PCIM Europe Conference will spotlight future trends in power electronics. The program offers 230 oral and poster presentations as well as three keynote plenary addresses. Experts with specialist knowledge will report on the latest developments and challenges in their presentations: “Electrical Power Subsystem on Satellites”, “Solar Power” and “Grid Integration of Renewables”. Keynote presentations will take place at the beginning of each conference day and allow participants to take a look into the future.

The 18 seminars and tutorials held on the two days before the conference gets underway offer a comprehensive training program on specific areas of power electronics. There is a considerable need for advanced training and this reflects the growing significance of power electronics in the most diverse of industries.

PCIM Asia
Only 6 weeks after PCIM Europe, PCIM Asia will take place in Shanghai, from 19 – 21 June 2012. This show, too, benefits from significant growth this year. Two months before the show, already more than 35 % of the hall are sold, and new exhibitors from throughout the world such as Bosch GmbH, Ferroxcube and Rohm take place for the first time.