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Insights from an Engineering Perspective

We share the field experience we've gathered on electrical engineering, power infrastructure, e-mobility, and renewable energy.

Engineering Notes from the Field

In this section, we cover topics we encounter on the ground -- from electrical design processes to power-factor correction and SCADA applications, e-mobility infrastructure, and industrial automation -- from a technical perspective. Our articles aim to be a practical reference for engineers and facility owners weighing similar decisions.

July 29, 2026

What Is Power Factor Correction? How to Avoid Reactive Power Penalties

We explain why businesses get hit with reactive power penalties on their electricity bill, how power factor correction works, and why correct sizing matters.

July 23, 2026

Grounding Measurement and Periodic Electrical Inspections: Why They're Mandatory

We explain the legal basis for grounding measurement and periodic electrical inspections at workplaces, how often they're required, and the risks of neglecting them.

July 18, 2026

How to Get an Electrical Connection and Power Capacity Increase for an Industrial Facility in Istanbul

We walk through the electrical connection, subscription, and transformer power capacity increase process that new or expanding industrial facilities in Istanbul carry out with the utility, step by step.

July 14, 2026

How Is an EV Charging Station Installed in Istanbul?

We've brought together the process, permit stages, and Soctek's field experience for installing commercial and individual AC/DC electric vehicle charging stations across Istanbul.

July 7, 2026

Rooftop Solar Installation and Current Cost Analysis in 2026

We examine the cost, payback period, and installation stages of industrial and residential rooftop solar power systems from an engineering perspective, based on 2026 conditions.

June 29, 2026

Electrical Project Drawings and the Utility Approval Process

We explain how electrical project drawings are prepared and how the approval and acceptance processes carried out with utilities are managed step by step.

June 22, 2026

The Impact of Industrial Automation and PLC Systems on Production Efficiency

We examine how PLC-based industrial automation systems in factories affect production efficiency, fault rates, and operating costs.

June 15, 2026

The Benefits of KNX-Based Smart Building Automation

We look at the comfort, energy savings, and security benefits that KNX-based smart building automation delivers for luxury villas and commercial buildings.

June 8, 2026

What Is HV Facility Operating Responsibility? Legal Requirements and Consultancy

We explain in detail what operating responsibility means for high-voltage facilities, its legal basis, and the consultancy service Soctek provides in this area.

June 1, 2026

How Is Energy Monitored and Optimized with SCADA?

We explain how SCADA systems reduce energy costs in facilities through real-time monitoring and optimization processes.

May 18, 2026

Energy Efficiency in Industrial Facilities Through IoT and Machine Learning

We explain how IoT sensors and machine learning algorithms optimize energy consumption in industrial facilities and how they help prevent losses and waste.

May 11, 2026

Why Is Problem-Focused, Custom Automation More Valuable for Businesses?

We explain why automation and custom software architectures that target a facility's specific on-site problems deliver more value than standard, off-the-shelf packaged systems.