We have lots of news and information to share this week: there is a new video where Johannes Boonstra explains how the MultiPlus works. Applying for RMAs has been made more efficient. We look back on a very successful METSTRADE 2019, and the MultiPlus-II has been listed on the Australian CEC.
On the nice to know section, we're very proud to share that Annemiek Bekkering and Annette Duetz, our team of 49er FX sailors, have successfully defended their title of world champions - becoming the first ever team to hold the title twice. And lots of more blogposts and sponsorship stories, read below.
Inside the Victron MultiPlus with Johannes Boonstra
It's some time ago since John Rushworth, one of our blogpost writers wrote about how he used a MultiPlus on an electric sailing yacht – MultiPlus magic: Small generator, big power. He wished that Johannes had done this new video back then – he might not have had to do so much reading to discover how they work!
Here then is that new video with work colleague Johannes Boonstra explaining the MultiPlus and how it works.
METSTRADE 2019 – roundup
The annual METSRADE show which is a state-of-the-art business-to-business exhibition of leisure marine equipment held in Amsterdam is one of the highlights of the Victron year, and an opportunity to show off our latest product releases and innovations.
And a big thank you to everyone who was able to come to visit our stand and we hope you enjoyed getting ‘hands-on’ with all our Marine related products.
Improved RMA process
To facilitate the process of applying for RMAs, part of it has been automated. The changes concern products for which we carry spare parts. Here is a summary of the changes made:
- The RMA form has a new “Repair Centre” field, which allows you to choose your preferred/closest repair centre. The selection field is automatically (and only) shown in case we carry spare parts for the chosen product.
- The RMA and email flow have been optimised as well: the repair centre is informed by email immediately after you submit the E-RMA. The same email is sent to you, and contains the delivery instructions in a PDF. These changes remove the step where the Victron Repairs department had to assign the repair centre and instruct everyone involved: saving both time and delays.
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us by email: repairs@victronenergy.com
Australian CEC approval for MultiPlus-II
The following MultiPlus-II have been approved by the Australian Clean Energy Council:
MultiPlus-II 48/3000/35-32 230V
MultiPlus-II 48/3000/35-32 230V GX
MultiPlus-II 48/5000/70-50 230V
Documentation update
In our weekly update you will find the following documents:
- In the datasheet 12,8 & 25,6 Volt Lithium iron Phosphate batteries Smart the following has been corrected: the number of batteries that can be paralleled has been changed to 5 and a 48V battery bank of up to 3000Ah is changed to 1500Ah.
For all our latest documentation we refer you to our website.
Victron training events
Sign up for one of our training events and learn more about our products.
The next training events, all of which are still accepting registration, will take place on:
- December 10th – December 11th, Formation installateur - Supervision et autoconsommation in Sainte Tulle, France
- January 16th - January 17th, Victron Training in Oakland, California USA
- March 25th, Allgemeine Produktschulung Q1-2020 in Fulda, Germany
For more information about our training events visit Victron Professional
Upcoming exhibitions
Check our exhibition schedule online if you are interested in visiting an exhibition in your area over the coming months. The following exhibitions are scheduled:
- December 7th – December 15th, Salon Nautique de Paris in Paris, France
- January 10th – January 12th, Reisen & Caravaning 2020 in Chemnitz, Germany
- January 18th - January 26th, Boot Düsseldorf 2020 in Düsseldorf, Germany
NICE TO KNOW
Our rough-sea champs DO IT AGAIN!
The reigning World Champion 49erFX Dutch sailors Annemiek Bekkering and Annette Duetz have successfully defended their title – becoming the first ever team to hold the title twice.
Six days of racing in Auckland, New Zealand – culminating in the medal race last Sunday, became a battle of the giants seeing the Dutch team vying to keep their title from Brazilian Olympic Gold Medallists Martine Grael and Kahena Kunze. Read here how that final race played out.
Pietrosella – the traditional Corsican village of the future?
One man's dream to build an off-grid eco-village in Corsica is being realized as we speak. The idea is to build ten houses nestled discreetly into the hills overlooking Ajaccio bay, together with a community building where all the residents can gather at the end of each day to talk, drink wine, and play cards.
Work on the mini grid which will power the village is already complete by Christian Tartaroli – who is the project manager at Soleco.
Smart solar-powered bench
There’s a new product on the market from EnGoPlanet – the people who make Solar powered streetlights.
EnGoPlanet Smart Solar Powered benches – which are ideal in college and work campuses, or public waiting areas – provide an opportunity to charge your phone or laptop whilst chatting, waiting for a friend, or watching the world go by. The bench can provide wi-fi internet access; and lighting too …and one very innovative model offers e-scooter docking and charging!
Read more....
Start with a Solar Canoe, end up with a Solar Cat or two…
Every waterborne electric propulsion journey has to start somewhere. Nicoara Bogdan in Romania started his own marine electric propulsion journey in 2016.
Speed Skating – first report
Although they would be too modest to admit it – The Dutch are the dominant force in the sport, taking twenty or more medals in each of the last two Winter Olympic Games. How do they do it?
Education at its finest – Steaming along with the STEAM Bus
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. The STEAM Bus is Van district’s latest learning resource for teachers and students in grades PreK-12.