General Articles Related to the Design of On-Site Power Systems

✅ Selecting an Above-Ground Fuel Tank for an Emergency Generator

September 12, 2019 by David Hurtado

Here is a quick checklist to guide you in the selection of an above-ground fuel tank for an emergency generator application.

Overlooking this Item Can Destroy the Life of Your Underground Hydronic Piping System.

September 30, 2018September 28, 2018 by David Hurtado

The premature failure of an underground hydronic piping system is a very expensive problem, and one that is very difficult to correct after installation. With a small amount of effort in the design stage of a project, most of these failures can be easily avoided. Learn how you can improve one basic component of the piping system to greatly enhance its efficiency and longevity.

Ultracapacitors – Adding Reliability to Emergency Generator Start Systems

August 26, 2018August 24, 2018 by David Hurtado

A “Failure to Start” is one of the top reasons for failures in emergency power systems, and the engine batteries are often found to be the culprit. But why do batteries fail? Can you mitigate the risk of failure? This article will identify typical failure modes, and describe a simple approach for designing additional reliability for the emergency generator’s start system.

A Better Way for Fuel Leak Detection in Secondary-Containment Piping

June 7, 2021April 23, 2018 by David Hurtado

There is a better way to monitor for fuel leaks in secondary containment piping. Learn how you can design a leak detection system for double-wall piping, containment sumps and other spaces, with lower maintenance requirements and zero nuisance alarms.

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