Data rules the world you live in, and the flow of bits and bytes in and out of high density data centers must continue at breakneck speeds for businesses to operate unimpeded on a global scale. Above and beyond processors and server racks, this entails having a dedicated and scalable power supply which meets not […]
Why Businesses Need a Backup Generator
See why most sizes and types of businesses need a backup generator as well as the difference between a standby generator and a backup generator. Every power interruption – a few minutes, hours, or especially days – causes a negative financial impact. Research shows the average loss for medium and large businesses exceeds $15,000 for […]
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Data centers and critical equipment use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power surges and temporary power outages. The UPS provides continual power, delivering backup power to critical infrastructure and systems when a main power system goes down. Unlike a backup power system, like a diesel generator or auxiliary power system, the UPS […]
Generator Decommissioning Services
Generator decommissioning services are more than simply unplugging a power system or generator and moving it. Decommissioning services require careful planning and technical expertise. Success requires experience and specialized capabilities. Process-driven decommissioning services ensure the safety of you, your team, and the facility. They can identify potential challenges early and develop a strategy to eliminate […]
The Importance of Diesel Power Generators in the Oil & Gas Industry
The oil and gas industry has a long history in the United States dating back to the mid-19th century and is a cornerstone of the US economy, at its peak producing 9.48 million barrels of oil and 74.7 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day in 2014. All this potential power is critical, as […]
Fishing Boat and Marine Engines for Commercial Fishing
Commercial fishing is a significant driver of the United States economy, generating $144 billion in sales and supporting 1.2 million jobs in 2015. The vessels employed can range from small boats managing a handful of lobster traps to giant factory ships which simultaneously catch, process, and preserve fish. Large or small, all these vessels need […]
Sound Attenuated Generator Enclosures
While many municipalities did not have to worry about noise levels in the past, the increasing proximity of residential, industrial, and commercial areas has focused more attention on this issue. Generators can be a significant source of noise, and the reduction of volume levels is critical to comply with local ordinances. In addition, the Occupational […]
4 Types of Generator Power Ratings
Buying a generator can be a confusing process because of multiple power ratings for equipment as well as different standards from groups such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). There are two basic things to keep in mind. First, ISO-8528-1:2018 provides the industry-standard definitions […]
Generator Load Bank Testing
Planning For Success The primary purpose of many generator sets is to provide emergency power during a power outage. If a situation like this should occur, you need your generator to work as planned to ensure uninterrupted power delivery. However, backup generators can sit for extended periods of time without being used, resulting in a […]