Design Advisory Services – Your designs, made better!

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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.

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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

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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

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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.