Engineering | On-Site Power Advisor

Design Advisory Services – Your designs, made better!

March 26, 2020 by David Hurtado

On-Site Power Advisor provides expert and personalized Design Advisory Services for electrical and mechanical engineers. Our design support services are focused on ancillary systems for engine-driven generators. Typical systems include electrical switchgear and/or mechanical systems such as diesel fuel storage/distribution, engine cooling and engine exhaust systems. If you are looking for an efficient design process, hiring On-Site … Read more

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.

Florida Nursing Homes and Extended Fuel Supply for Generators

September 29, 2018October 14, 2017 by David Hurtado

A debate is growing over how to implement the new rules affecting nursing homes in Florida. In a nutshell, enforcement of rules may force many nursing homes to install emergency generators, which must be designed to provide air-conditioned space for occupants during a 96-hour period after a power outage. Increasing the amount of stored fuel is the least complicated issue, but it still requires careful coordination to ensure a safe and reliable design.

Key Components of a Mission-Critical Facility – Battery Chargers

August 28, 2017August 24, 2017 by David Hurtado

If you have experience with emergency generators for backup power, you may be aware that a “no-start” failure is one of the most common reasons for generator system failures. While “no-start” failures are often attributed to failed batteries, the battery charger is sometimes the silent culprit. This article looks at battery charger technologies, and some features that can increase the reliability of your emergency generator system.

From our clients!

I recently completed a fuel oil system design associated with (2) 2.5 MW emergency standby generators and worked closely with David for equipment design support associated with bulk storage tanks, day tanks, pump skids, filtration skids, fueling ports and controls. It was the first time that I worked with David and found the experience to be nothing short of excellent. I appreciated David's expertise and advice provided in selecting equipment and drilling down into details. David was always very responsive and went out of his way to make sure I had everything needed to complete my work and to answer all my questions during and after business hours. It's nice to work with folks that understand the equipment they represent and have a passion for the finer details. David has an excellent understanding of the equipment and was very enjoyable to work with. I look forward to working with David on our next project.

Vincent Vitale PE

David has been an excellent asset for Fuel Oil system design. I am extremely grateful for all of his help!

Joshua Rose

I was very impressed the first time I dealt with David. I was recommended to David’s company by our Cummins sales representative, and David helped me thru my first fuel delivery system project for a Florida Assisted Living Facility. He does not just send general cut sheets of systems, … but details such as pump HP values, cables sizes, fuel piping sizes, sensor requirements, etc. I would recommend him highly to anyone struggling with fuel system design.

Gary Wall, PE, LEED

I am writing just to highlight the great service and support I have always received from David Hurtado. His support has always been there in a technically sound base and in prompt manner.

From a consultant point of view his work has been exceptional. Have a great day…

Luis Silvestre

I was introduced to David by a coworker who insisted I speak with him for a fuel project design. It has been the best advice given to me. David is a fountain of knowledge and is more than willing to help and provide service. He has been an invaluable source of information for me.

Ricardo Martinez

I am a novice on fuel systems and needed help with a detail, David jumped in and gave me direction and assistance. Thanks David

Jeff Hawkins