Driving Growth: Richardson Electronics, Ltd. Joins Forces with KEBA Industrial Automation GmbH to Deliver Pitch Control Systems Across North America
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) has announced a strategic partnership with KEBA Industrial Automation to deliver advanced pitch control systems for wind turbines across North America. The collaboration integrates KEBA's Pitch Drive Technology with Richardson's custom-built Pitch Energy Modules.
KEBA brings over 20 years of expertise in wind turbine applications, offering TÜV and Germanischer Lloyd certified pitch drives. Their systems feature emergency pitching profiles, advanced safety functions, and support various architectures and motor technologies. The partnership aims to enhance compatibility, accelerate deployment, and provide flexible solutions for the renewable energy sector.
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) ha annunciato una partnership strategica con KEBA Industrial Automation per offrire sistemi avanzati di controllo del passo per turbine eoliche in Nord America. La collaborazione integra la tecnologia Pitch Drive di KEBA con i moduli Pitch Energy personalizzati di Richardson.
KEBA vanta oltre 20 anni di esperienza nelle applicazioni per turbine eoliche, offrendo sistemi di pitch drive certificati TÜV e Germanischer Lloyd. I loro sistemi includono profili di emergenza per il controllo del passo, funzioni di sicurezza avanzate e supportano diverse architetture e tecnologie motorie. La partnership mira a migliorare la compatibilità, accelerare l’implementazione e fornire soluzioni flessibili per il settore delle energie rinnovabili.
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) ha anunciado una alianza estratégica con KEBA Industrial Automation para ofrecer sistemas avanzados de control de paso para turbinas eólicas en Norteamérica. La colaboración integra la tecnología Pitch Drive de KEBA con los módulos personalizados Pitch Energy de Richardson.
KEBA aporta más de 20 años de experiencia en aplicaciones para turbinas eólicas, ofreciendo sistemas de pitch drive certificados por TÜV y Germanischer Lloyd. Sus sistemas cuentan con perfiles de paso de emergencia, funciones avanzadas de seguridad y soportan diversas arquitecturas y tecnologías de motor. La alianza busca mejorar la compatibilidad, acelerar el despliegue y proporcionar soluciones flexibles para el sector de energías renovables.
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL)는 KEBA Industrial Automation과 북미 지역 풍력 터빈용 첨단 피치 제어 시스템을 제공하기 위한 전략적 파트너십을 발표했습니다. 이번 협력은 KEBA의 피치 드라이브 기술과 Richardson의 맞춤형 피치 에너지 모듈을 통합합니다.
KEBA는 풍력 터빈 응용 분야에서 20년 이상의 전문성을 보유하고 있으며, TÜV 및 Germanischer Lloyd 인증 피치 드라이브를 제공합니다. 이들의 시스템은 비상 피치 프로필, 고급 안전 기능을 갖추고 있으며 다양한 아키텍처와 모터 기술을 지원합니다. 이번 파트너십은 호환성을 향상시키고 배포 속도를 높이며 재생 에너지 부문에 유연한 솔루션을 제공하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ : RELL) a annoncé un partenariat stratégique avec KEBA Industrial Automation pour fournir des systèmes de contrôle d’inclinaison avancés pour éoliennes en Amérique du Nord. Cette collaboration intègre la technologie Pitch Drive de KEBA aux modules Pitch Energy personnalisés de Richardson.
KEBA apporte plus de 20 ans d’expertise dans les applications pour éoliennes, proposant des pitch drives certifiés TÜV et Germanischer Lloyd. Leurs systèmes incluent des profils d’inclinaison d’urgence, des fonctions de sécurité avancées et prennent en charge diverses architectures et technologies de moteurs. Ce partenariat vise à améliorer la compatibilité, accélérer le déploiement et offrir des solutions flexibles pour le secteur des énergies renouvelables.
Richardson Electronics (NASDAQ: RELL) hat eine strategische Partnerschaft mit KEBA Industrial Automation angekündigt, um fortschrittliche Pitch-Steuerungssysteme für Windturbinen in Nordamerika bereitzustellen. Die Zusammenarbeit integriert KEBAs Pitch Drive-Technologie mit Richardsons maßgeschneiderten Pitch Energy-Modulen.
KEBA bringt über 20 Jahre Erfahrung in Windturbinentechnologien mit und bietet TÜV- und Germanischer Lloyd-zertifizierte Pitch-Antriebe an. Ihre Systeme verfügen über Notfall-Pitch-Profile, fortschrittliche Sicherheitsfunktionen und unterstützen verschiedene Architekturen und Motortechnologien. Die Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, die Kompatibilität zu verbessern, die Einführung zu beschleunigen und flexible Lösungen für den Bereich der erneuerbaren Energien bereitzustellen.
- Strategic partnership combines KEBA's proven pitch control technology with Richardson's custom-built energy modules
- Access to KEBA's TÜV and Germanischer Lloyd certified technology enhances product credibility
- Partnership expands Richardson's presence in the growing renewable energy market
- Integration offers cost reduction through optimized system efficiency and reduced material input
- Significant investment required in integrating new technology and systems
- Potential execution risks in technology integration and market deployment
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RELL's partnership with KEBA strengthens its wind energy portfolio, expanding market reach in North America's renewable sector.
Richardson Electronics' strategic partnership with KEBA Industrial Automation represents a notable advancement in the company's renewable energy portfolio. By integrating KEBA's Pitch Drive Technology with Richardson's custom-built Pitch Energy Modules, the collaboration creates a comprehensive pitch control solution for wind turbines across North America.
The technical specifics here matter significantly. KEBA brings over 20 years of application expertise and TÜV and Germanischer Lloyd certifications, which address critical reliability concerns in wind energy generation. Their pitch systems feature emergency pitching profiles and safety functions that reduce extreme loads and eliminate unnecessary safety margins—translating to both improved performance and cost efficiency.
From a market positioning perspective, this partnership enables Richardson to offer more complete solutions in the wind energy sector rather than just components. The collaboration aligns with the increasing demand for reliable wind energy infrastructure as North America continues expanding renewable capacity. Richardson gains access to KEBA's established technology while KEBA benefits from Richardson's North American distribution and integration capabilities.
The wind energy market context is important here—pitch control systems are critical safety and efficiency components that adjust blade angles during operation. As wind installations continue to grow across North America, the addressable market for these systems expands correspondingly. This partnership positions Richardson to capture additional value in the wind energy supply chain beyond their existing green energy solutions.
Delivering cost-efficient solutions for wind turbines across North America
LAFOX, Ill., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL), a global provider of engineered solutions for renewable energy and other power management applications, announced a partnership agreement with KEBA Industrial Automation to bring to market a new line of cost-efficient pitch systems for wind turbine installations across North America. Richardson Electronics is partnering with KEBA, integrating KEBA’s Pitch Drive Technology with Richardson's custom-built Pitch Energy Modules across a range of wind turbine technologies. This collaboration enhances compatibility, accelerates deployment, and enables greater flexibility in adapting our solutions to meet the evolving demands of the renewable energy sector.
With over 20 years of application expertise, KEBA has established itself as a trusted partner for leading wind turbine manufacturers, supporting both onshore and offshore installations with robust and reliable pitch control systems. From the early stages of wind turbine development, KEBA has tailored its drive technology to meet the demands of rugged environments, integrating specialized hardware and software features for maximum system reliability and performance. Their pitch drives are certified by TÜV and Germanischer Lloyd, meeting strict safety standards while optimizing system efficiency through advanced functional safety features.
KEBA’s pitch systems are designed to reduce material input, lower operating costs, and offer unmatched flexibility. Features such as emergency pitching profiles and TÜV-certified safety functions minimize extreme loads and eliminate unnecessary safety margins, significantly cutting costs. The platform supports various system architectures and motor technologies, along with fanless and cooled designs for seamless integration. Built for harsh conditions and compliant with global grid codes, KEBA’s pitch controllers ensure high availability, reduced downtime, and enhanced long-term value for wind turbine operators.
“We are proud to join forces with KEBA as a technology partner for their industry-leading pitch control systems,” said Greg Peloquin, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Power & Microwave Technologies and Green Energy Solutions. “KEBA’s proven technology and long-standing expertise in wind energy align perfectly with our mission to deliver innovative, reliable power management solutions to the renewable energy sector. We look forward to bringing their cutting-edge systems to more wind turbine manufacturers and supporting the global shift toward sustainable energy.”
As demand for reliable and efficient wind energy solutions continues to grow, this new partnership marks a significant step forward in expanding access to KEBA’s advanced pitch control technology. For more information about KEBA, visit https://www.keba.com/en/industrial-automation/industrial-automation. For more information about Richardson Electronics’ solutions or to discuss how we can support your wind energy projects, please contact our team.
About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer of engineered solutions, green energy products, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; CT X-ray tubes; and customized display solutions. More than
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.
About Richardson Electronics – Green Energy Solutions
Richardson Electronics Green Energy Solutions combines our key technology partners and engineered solutions capabilities to design and manufacture key products for the fast-growing energy storage market and power management applications. As a designer, manufacturer, technology partner, and authorized distributor, GES's strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and engineered solutions using our core design engineering and manufacturing capabilities on a global basis. We provide solutions and add value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair—all through our existing global infrastructure. GES focuses on products for numerous green energy applications such as wind, solar, hydrogen, and electric vehicles and other power management applications that support green solutions such as synthetic diamond manufacturing. For more information, visit us at https://www.rell.com/greenenergysolutions/.
About Richardson Electronics – Power & Microwave Technologies
For over 75 years, Richardson Electronics has been your industry-leading global provider of engineered solutions, RF & microwave, and power products. The Power & Microwave Technologies group continues this legacy and complements it with new products from the world's most innovative technology partners. Richardson Electronics' Power & Microwave Technologies group focuses on what we do best: identify and design disruptive technologies, introduce new products on a global basis, develop solutions for our customers, and provide exceptional worldwide support. As a global company, we provide solutions and add value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair—all through our existing global infrastructure. More information is available at rellpower.com | relltubes.com | rellaser.com.
About KEBA Industrial Automation Germany GmbH
KEBA Industrial Automation Germany GmbH (formerly LTI Motion GmbH), headquartered in Lahnau, Germany, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high‑quality servo drive and automation solutions for mechanical engineering. With over 50 years of combined expertise, all hardware and software components are designed and produced entirely in‑house—ensuring innovation, flexibility, reliability and seamless integration. As a full‑service partner, KEBA supports demanding applications across industries including machine tools, plastics, robotics, wind energy and turbo systems. Through the merger of KEBA AG and LTI Motion at the end of 2019, the company now offers total automation solutions—from HMI and control and safety systems to drive technology—all under one strong brand. With approximately 650 dedicated employees across three German sites, KEBA Industrial Automation is committed to enhancing machine performance and delivering rapid, customer‑focused solutions.
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Greg Peloquin
Executive Vice President & GM
Power & Microwave Technologies and Green Energy Solutions
Phone: (630) 659-8900
peloquin@rell.com
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LaFox, IL 60147-0393 USA
(630) 208-2200 | Fax: (630) 208-2550
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