What is Open Access? The decades-long challenge in the transmission business is that it is a natural monopoly. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has been working on an open access policy that allows more competition in electric generation. More competition enables customers to choose from a variety of power companies, rather than being forced […]
What is PUPRA? The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) was passed in 1978 by the U.S. Congress as one part of the National Energy Act. The legislation was enacted in the midst of an energy crisis in the industrial world to encourage the production and integration of renewable energy and electricity conservation. For fear […]
It’s important that you maintain your generator regularly to prevent any deficiencies during use and to increase its longevity. Having stale fuel in your generator will likely cause starting issues due to buildup inside the unit. Drain the gas from your generator regularly to maintain proper care of it. Your generator should always have fresh, […]
Whether you’re planning to stay in your home for a long time or sell it within the next couple of years, it’s best to make sure that you’re getting a good return on your investment when it comes to home improvement. Smart home investments will add value to your house, help you sell it or […]
Food trucks and mobile catering services have become a popular food industry trend in recent years. People are quick to flock when they see a mobile food service at an event, the street corner or even outside their workplace. The last thing you need for your mobile food service is a power failure to disrupt […]
Once a generator is installed, it must be tested to ensure that all systems and components have been engineered and installed properly before the “commissioning,” or start-up. Following a generator commissioning checklist (also referred to as a generator load test checklist) after installation is crucial to continue operating the generator legally. Safety should always be […]
Following a checklist for regular observation and testing of your backup generator is essential. A thorough inspection on a regular basis makes it more likely you’ll find – and fix – any problems before you need to rely on your generator. Depending on how critical your generator is to operations, your regular generator inspection may […]
June 1st marks the beginning of the 2019 hurricane season, which will last until November 30th. Two early predictions for the upcoming season, released in April, are calling for a slightly less active hurricane season than normal. These predictions will be updated later this year as forecasts become more accurate. Colorado State University CSU’s Tropical […]
For facilities relying on generators for backup emergency power in all types of weather, an engine pre-heater is a necessary accessory. Hotstart’s TPS small tank style heater model TPS151GT8-000 is a compact, durable option for both gas and diesel generators. Hotstart offers over 75 years of engine heating system design and manufacturing. Their engine heaters are used […]
Diesel engines comprise the vast majority of prime movers for standby power generators due to their reliability, durability and performance under load. Diesel-powered generators are depended on for back-up power systems in the most critical locations: hospitals, airports, government buildings, telecommunications facilities, and even nuclear power plants. In standby power applications, diesel generators can start […]