Himoinsa’s art of power
20 February 2023
Himoinsa’s EHR battery power generator was chosen to supply power to an interactive and digital art installation created by students at the Institute of Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) and shown at the Llum BCN Light Arts Festival from 3 to 5 February, organised by Barcelona City Council.
Entitled ‘Re-Generation’, it seeks to raise public awareness of sustainability and respect for biodiversity, so using the Himoinsa battery system to reduce the use of fossil fuels was particularly fitting.
“What we were looking for was an energy source that could guarantee zero emissions and zero noise, not only because the 'Re-Generation' installation espouses these principles of sustainability, but also because the IAAC is committed to carrying out all its projects with clean power sources that help to reduce its carbon footprint,” said Pablo Ros, a tutor at the IAAC's Advanced Interaction Research Studio. “When we analysed all the benefits that Himoinsa's EHR offers, we didn't hesitate to choose this power solution.”
As the interactive and digital installation had to be self-sufficient, it needed an additional energy supply of 2000W/h for four hours each of the three days of the festival. Himoinsa supplied its EHR model 30/30, as well as a Mini Kit lighting tower, through its client Martí Canudas.
The EHR battery can combine with other power sources, running either as a single ‘island’ source of power generation or as a charging station for other electrical machinery. It can also be connected to the grid or to photovoltaic modules.
● Himoinsa recently joined the European Rental Association (ERA) to further strengthen its presence in the sector. The manufacturer has previously participated in several ERA initiatives and was a finalist in 2022 for the Rental Product of the Year award with the EHR battery power generator.
