Generators and ATS 8
Hydrogen Fuel Cells for Stationary Power
While conventional fossil fuel-based generators remain the preferred solution for energy resilience, interest in alternative fuels such as hydrogen has increased dramatically for stationary emergency and prime applications. For operators especially focused on solutions that provide…
Request a SessionFundamentals of Hydrogen for Electric Power Generation
Use of hydrogen in electric power generation has recently gained a lot of attention in the market as a sustainable and clean form of fuel for energy needs. Hydrogen has some unique properties which are important…
Request a SessionAlternator Basics and Data Sheet Review
Alternators are an integral part of the backup generator set. There are complex forces and variables at play that are both intriguing and useful to understand. Some of these dictates why alternators are built the way…
Request a SessionGenerator 101: Basics and Application
In this course we will discuss the why and how of generator sets. First, we will explore which codes and standards drive the need for generator sets. Then we will look at the building blocks of…
Request a SessionGenerator 102: Advanced Engine Concepts
An internal combustion engine is a major component in an emergency generator system. In this course we will take a deeper dive into how these machines work. We will also discuss some of the major advances…
Request a SessionSizing 101: Basics and Sizing Tool
Generators have several factors that need to be considered when appropriately sizing for a project other than the summation of kW. We will investigate how various parameters of the project (ambient conditions, load details, stepping, code…
Request a SessionAutomatic Transfer Switch (ATS) 101: Basics
Automatic transfer switches allow the loads to be fed from either the Utility or backup power sources as its most common use case. In this course we will dive into the basics of automatic transfer switches,…
Request a SessionAutomatic Transfer Switch (ATS) 102: Withstand Ratings and Selective Coordination Implications
Automatic transfer switches are often required to withstand a fault and connect the load to an emergency generator source afterwards. Due to selective coordination, some switches may be subject to a fault current for an extended…
Request a SessionParalleling Switchgear 3
Paralleling 101: Basics and Operations
Generators can be paralleled to make a larger source, get power redundancy, fuel optimization, increasing reliability of power to critical loads, lower capital cost etc. There are a few key basics that need to be understood…
Request a SessionParalleling 102: Documenting a Sequence of Operation
The sequence of operation is one of the most important documents for a paralleling switchgear project. It is the basis for the operating instructions, the test procedures and the programming. In this course you will learn…
Request a SessionBreaker-Free Gensets with Code Compliant Alternator Overcurrent Protection
Generator set mounted circuit breakers have traditionally been used to comply with relevant code requirements. Technology advancements in power generation controls have allowed manufacturers to consider alternate protection methods. In this presentation we review the application…
Request a SessionApplication Design Considerations 8
Power Generation Fundamentals for Water Utility
Water Utility applications have unique power generation needs. This course will describe what factors to consider when designing a water utility emergency or non-emergency power system, as well as what to include in specifications so the…
Request a SessionSpecifications 101
A specification outlines the technical requirements and performance expectations of equipment intended to be used in a particular application. In this course, we will discuss industry standard elements included in contract specifications, focusing particularly on the…
Request a SessionNatural Gas Generators - Practical Applications
Natural Gas Generators have different performance characteristics than diesel generators. It's important to know what to specify when designing a standby power system in a natural gas application. Emissions requirements, fuel piping, and different types of…
Request a SessionGenerator Set Heat Management
Generators in both indoor and outdoor installations have multiple considerations for heat management. When the generator is not running, it needs to be at an optimal temperature for NFPA 110 compliant start times. On the other…
Request a SessionGenerator Diesel Tank Basics, Considerations, and Options
Diesel fuel tanks serve as the source of stored energy on many generator sets. In this course, we explore the basic properties, types, and optional components of a diesel tank. We will also look at the…
Request a SessionGenerator Enclosure Basics, Considerations, and Options
Enclosures can be a critical component of your backup power system. In this course, we explore the basic properties, types, and optional components of a generator enclosure. We will also look at the codes and standards…
Request a SessionHurricane Rated Enclosure Design Considerations
Enclosures protect your backup power system. In this course, we explore the construction requirements of a hurricane rated generator enclosure. We will also look at the codes and standards that guide both the design and installation…
Request a SessionUnderstanding and Applying Automatic Transfer Switches
Automatic transfer switches can be complex in application. Attend this course if you want to know how to specify and where to apply the different types of automatic transfer switches. In this course we will explain…
Request a SessionCodes / Standards 4
Healthcare Codes for Essential Electrical Systems
Patient care and needs are the highest priority in a healthcare environment. Quality care requires that power is always available, so back-up power is a necessity. This course dives into the key codes and standards as…
Request a SessionCodes and Standards Applicable to Generator Sets
Generator sets are subjected to various international, national, state and local codes and standards. We will be looking into the codes and standards that most commonly affect the design and application of generator sets. The course…
Request a SessionGenerator Rating and Emissions Basics
Generator sets have ratings that are dictated by international standards. However, that can get confused with emission regulation in federal and local levels. In this presentation we look at how generator ratings and emission standards need…
Request a SessionU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final Generators: Basics and Application
Over the years, U.S. EPA continually developed emissions limits for both emergency and non-emergency generator sets. For larger applications, a non-emergency generator is now subjected to emission levels commonly referred to as EPA Tier 4 Final.…
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