Product Reviews

Specifying Dual-Purpose Generator Docking Stations: Essential for Load Bank Integration in Emergency Power Systems

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NEC-required temporary generator docking stations have significantly boosted the reliability of emergency power systems. While they provide a simple way to maintain power continuity, a properly designed “dual-purpose” arrangement allows these stations to go well beyond their original design intent and dramatically improve overall system functionality. This article presents a simple, low-cost recommendation that delivers substantial long-term value for the owner.

Best Battery Selector – Increasing the Reliability of DC Power Systems

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Failing engine start or malfunctioning switchgear may be caused by the lack of a reliable DC power source. The use of redundant battery banks with a “best battery selector” is a practical approach to increasing the reliability of a DC power system. This article focuses on basic functions and features of best battery selectors.

Ultracapacitors – Adding Reliability to Emergency Generator Start Systems

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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.

How To Provide Early Detection of Fuel Leaks in Generator Floor Spaces

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When a generator building consists of many large engines, each circulating several gallons of fuel per minute, any fuel line rupture inside the engine room can lead to a substantial amount of fuel on the floor. This article provides a solution for early-detection of fuel spills inside an engine room.