Out in the field I’ve noticed a particular practice in fuel tank installations that I think should be avoided. Perhaps due to a lack of available ports on the tank, or to cut down on piping costs, installers are combining the fuel suction and return connections on the bulk fuel storage tank. While this seems … Read more
One of the most telling signs of quality design is the careful consideration given to maintenance access for mission-critical equipment within a facility. In the design of bulk fuel storage tanks, the specification of ladders and service platforms can play a crucial role in enhancing the safety and ease-of-maintenance for these systems for years to … Read more
Consider these do’s and don’ts to ensure proper design and installation of emergency generator exhaust silencers.
Remote radiators are a great solution for emergency generator installations with limited engine room space and/or insufficient air ventilation. An earlier article provided key points for specifying a remote radiator for emergency generators. This article expands on this subject by addressing one item that is often overlooked in the selection of a remote radiator: noise. … Read more