Energy & Power Management articles from August 2006

Energy & Power Management archives from August 2006

Energy and Power Management's big event: not just an automation conference, solutions for the whole business operation.(Building Automation conference, sponsored by Energy and Power Management and Engineered Systems)(Editorial)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... I am very excited to be involved in the 2006 Building Automation conference, sponsored by Energy and Power Management and Engineered Systems, our sister publication. This conference, which builds on the success of a building automation event...

The 4th utility ...: unifying building operations using information.(ENERGY ONLINE: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
August 1, 2006... In recent years a number of technology trends have emerged in the energy and buildings space. Energy and Power Management has covered ideas like intelligent buildings, convergence, and GridWise. These trends, at first glance, may appear to be...

Tales of gains and losses: why we make the choices we make.(ENERGY INCENTIVES: MAKING ENERGY AFFORDABLE)
August 1, 2006... If you're like most people you're probably more motivated to avoid a loss than to pursue a gain. Consider the following example: You've just spent nine hours driving through summer storms to reach a lovely bed and breakfast where you and your...

Diesel technologies: new units run cleaner, more efficiently.(Emissions Standards Change)
August 1, 2006... In July 2005, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary diesel engines. The proposal included an interim phase-in period, followed by full certification requirements for most...

Selling retailers on energy: cutting costs make good business sense.
August 1, 2006... Simon Property Group sees energy efficiency as a gift that keeps giving, improving the bottom line, reducing energy use, and creating benefits for tenants, customers and the environment. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Indianapolis,...

Flywheel UPS designs: flywheel designs in critical load applications.(Uninterruptible power supplies)
August 1, 2006... A flywheel (a mass rotating around an axis) is a simple machine. Originally these machines were made of steel; however, advancements have been made through the primary use of carbon fibers. These higher strength fibers allow the flywheel to be...

Gen set sizing tool from Caterpillar.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 101 Caterpillar Inc. developed its Electric Power SpecSizer tool for generator set sizing and specifying. Considering factors such as site conditions, load characteristics, and required performance, SpecSizer provides...

Monitoring service from MGE UPS.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 104 MGE UPS Systems announced its new RemotePowerMonitoring service that automatically monitors customers' MGE three-phase uninterruptible power supply (UPSs) systems around the clock assuring 7X24X365 on-line...

Intelligent drives from Schneider Electric.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 107 Best-in-class motor control for up to 700-hp motors is now available in the Telemecanique Altivar 71 variable speed ac drive from Schneider Electric. Dual microprocessors and motor control algorithms provide superior...

Turbines from Carrier.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 110 Carrier Corporation has introduced its innovative Microsteam system, distributed and installed through Carrier Commercial Service (CCS). The product provides a clean and efficient solution to help customers reduce...

Sine wave inverter from Schaefer.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 102 Schaefer, Inc. enhanced its pure sine wave inverter offering with the new AEP-3000R Series of 3 kVA rack-mount products. The output waveform of the AEP-3000R Series is a true sine wave, with less than 3% total harmonic...

Water-to-Water Heat Pumps from Johnson Controls.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 105 York water-to-water heat pumps from Johnson Controls improve the energy utilization of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems by reclaiming heat that would otherwise be discarded. By applying a heat...

UPS from Pentadyne.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 108 The VSS+dc from Pentadyne is designed to provide 190 kW for 12.5 s. It has a wide array of flexibility in terms of power and runtime combination. For instance, a single VSSdc+ unit can provide 220 kW for 5 s, 170 kW...

Halogen lamps from Osram Sylvania.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 111 The e-PRO lamp features new innovations while maintaining the crisp, white light that is synonymous with all Sylvania Capsylite products. Innovative electronics enable the lamp to produce 35% more lumens and last 80%...

Rack-based UPS from Eaton.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 103 Eaton Corporation introduced a series of rack-based solutions optimized for data center and Information Technology applications, including the new three-phase Powerware BladeUPS and a complete line of Powerware...

Energy management system from Cooper.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 106 Cooper Lighting announced the world's first wireless mesh networked motion and photo sensor. Called the ThinkWatt, it operates HID, compact fluorescent, linear fluorescent, and incandescent light sources for energy...

Underfloor-air-distribution system from Johnson.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 109 Enhancements to the York FlexSys underfloor-air-distribution system (UFAD). advanced terminal, known as the Modular Integrated Terminal (MIT), ensures maximum flexibility and performance for improved comfort levels....

Power Quality Solutions Guide Sola/Hevi-Duty.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 112 Sola/Hevi-Duty announced that it has published a guide to help engineers better meet the demand for improved power quality in applications such as factory automation, process control, and instrumentation. Entitled...

Occupancy sensor from Leviton.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 113 Leviton's OSFHB-ITW high-bay occupancy sensor employs passive infrared technology for use in warehouses, manufacturing plants, and other facilities with high ceilings and provides local occupancy control and minimizes...

Health care brochure from Cat.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 116 Caterpillar provides a brochure on its single-source offering of power protection and power quality systems to address the unique needs of healthcare facilities. Caterpillar has developed scalable solutions to help...

LED light strips from LEDtronics.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 119 LEDtronics announced the TBL3xxF Series Sealed Tube, which offers great illumination in many versatile applications. The TBL3xxF series tube LED comes in a milky frosted lens that provides a great looking diffused...

Meters from Hoyt Electrical instrument works.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 122 Hoyt Electric released its 5000 Series meters. These meters require no power, are available in custom scales, and will monitor from PLC or transducer. This series offers many advantages including gasket-sealing design...

Tri-generation system from UTC Power.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 114 UTC Power introduced an enhanced PureComfort Tri-generation combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) system capable of offering chilled and hot water simultaneously. The PureComfort Tri-generation system consists of...

Drivewizard software from Yaskawa.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 117 Yaskawa Electric America, Inc. announces the availability of version 6.1 of its popular DriveWizard software. New features of DriveWizard 6.1 include tools for converting parameter files from older Yaskawa drives and...

HID lamps from EYE Lighting.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 120 EYE Lighting's Multi-Metal Ignitek 360- and 400-W HID lamps respond to the growing demand for energy-saving, high-output products. For use in retail big box stores, sports facilities, industrial high- and low-bay...

Compact fluorescent from Litetronics.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 123 Litetronics International, Inc. introduced the PFT family of products. The PFT (plug-in compact fluorescent tube)lamps are pin-based compact fluorescent lamps. PFT lamps are available with a two-pin starter, integral...

T5 ballast from Universal Lighting.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 115 Universal Lighting Technologies announced a high-efficiency light-level switching ballasts with the release of the Ballastar T5 ballast (B228PU95S50D) for use with F28T5 lamps. With an increase in efficiency of nearly...

Enterprise Power management software from MGE.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 118 MGE UPS SYSTEMS has introduced its Enterprise Power Manager v2; a robust software program designed to give network and facility managers an intuitive and easy way of managing all of their networked uninterruptible...

Frequency converter from Falcon Electric.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 121 Falcon Electric, Inc. introduced its SSG Series 500-VA Frequency Converter. The 500-VA unit is a high-performance single-phase on-line frequency converter, voltage regulator, and line conditioner that provides highly...

Full Cutoff Wall Pack from Ruud.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
August 1, 2006... FREE INFO: Write 124 Ruud's Full Cutoff EZ Wall Pack (GWC Series) is an excellent alternative to a traditional refractor wall pack in applications where glare or spill light is a concern. The Full Cutoff EZ Wall Pack provides excellent...

Calendar: training and events.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Calendar)
August 1, 2006... August 6-9 Energy 2006, Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, IL. Department of Energy. For more information, visit: www.energy2006.net. September 11-13 Data Center World, Gaylord Palms and Convention Center, Orlando, FL. Afcom. For...

UTC Power President joins DOE Hydrogen Committee.(Jan van Dokkum appointed to Department of Energy's new Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technical Advisory Committee)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... South WINDSOR, CT -- UTC Power President Jan van Dokkum has been appointed to the Department of Energy's new Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technical Advisory Committee (HTAC), Secretary of Energy Samuel Bodman announced yesterday. HTAC will advise...

Schneider Electric hosts Initi@Tive 2006.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
August 1, 2006... Palatine, IL -- Schneider Electric North American Operating Division announced on July 5th that it will host Initi@tive 2006: the Gateway to the New Electric World--a debut trade exposition in the United States. Successful Schneider Electric...

Dc power demo saves data center energy.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
August 1, 2006... Berkeley, CA -- With financial support from the California Energy Commission, researchers at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have teamed with Silicon Valley giants including Sun, Intel, Cisco, and many other industry...

McGowan recognized.(Jack McGowan gest award from Energy Control Inc.)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Jack McGowan, president, Energy Control Inc., was presented the Buildy Award for Vision. The award recognizes his vision of whole building integration and interoperability through advocacy, promotion, educational and training endeavors. ECI has...

LBHL examines Demand Response Programs.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory)(Demand Response Programs Design Preferences for Large Customers: Focus Group Results from Four States)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has issued a new report: "Demand Response Programs Design Preferences for Large Customers: Focus Group Results from Four States," based on market research conducted by Nexant, Inc and Freeman Sullivan...

Active Power announces first usage agreement sale of CoolAir UPS.(Georgia State University uses it)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Austin, TX -- Active Power, Inc. announced on June 20th that it had signed a CoolAir UPS usage plan agreement with Georgia State University (GSU). The usage agreement, in contrast to a standard purchase agreement, eliminates a large upfront...

Data Center University updates curriculum.(new set of courses and educational partners for its Data Center University )
August 1, 2006... West KINGSTON, RI -- American Power Conversion (APC) announced a new set of courses and educational partners for its Data Center University by APC program, an online educational institution for IT professionals, engineers and people involved in...

Philips acquires Bodine.(Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. acquires Bodine Company Inc.)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS and COLLIERVILLE, TN -- Royal Philips Electronics announced on July 7th that it acquired The Bodine Company, a leading Collierville, TN-based manufacturer of emergency ballasts with revenues of over $30 million in...

Ohio Technical College qualifies generator techs.(Cleveland's Ohio Technical College Spring Career Fair )(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... CLEVELAND, OH -- Cleveland's Ohio Technical College (OTC) drew several national companies to participate in the OTC Spring Career Fair held May 18. "It's difficult to find qualified techs to fill our positions and the problem is getting worse,"...

Ziff Energy report on US natural gas.(liquefied natural gas)(Statistical table)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Ziff Energy Group announced the release on July 5th of a nine-page executive report examining natural gas required for the Northeastern U.S. and Canada. The report summarizes supply options to the Northeast under backdrop of declining...

New building controls market report from BCS Partners.(Building Control Systems Market )(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Leonia, NJ -- BCS Partners released its BCS/2006: The Building Control Systems Market (2005-2010) report on May 1st. BCS/2006 is BCS Partners' 5th comprehensive market report on building controls (2006, 2002, 1999, 1996, 1993) and the 12th in a...

Electric utility spending on DSM programs in the southwest, 2001-06.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)(Statistical data)
August 1, 2006... Electric Utility Spending on DSM Programs in the Southwest, 2001-06 DSM program budget (million $ per year) State 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 AZ 8 4 4 4 9 34 CO 3 11 ...

Vegas Casino bets on green technology.(Smartcool Systems Inc completed an agreement with the Luxor Hotel and Casino)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Vancouver, BC -- Smartcool Systems Inc. completed Phase 1 of an agreement with the Luxor Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV, for the installation of the ESM 4000 Energy Savings Module. Smartcool and the Luxor have agreed to identify, evaluate,...

Spotlight on Arizona Public Service.(utility energy-efficiency programs)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... The Southwestern states have lagged the rest of the nation in funding for and savings from utility energy-efficiency programs. "This is unfortunate because it is the fastest growing region in the country, and there are vast opportunities for...

NYISO forecasts record summer peak.(New York Independent System Operator)(Brief article)
August 1, 2006... Rensselaer, NY -- New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) expects New Yorkers to set a new peak for electricity usage this summer. The NYISO, which is responsible for operating the state's bulk electric system and administering its...

Weather hedging: Chicago Mercantile Exchange Weather futures prices.(weather temperatures )
August 1, 2006... Atlanta's May average temperature of 70.9[degrees]F equals 183 cooling degree days. In recent weeks CME Weather traders, who evaluate the May CDDs based on the shifting forecasts, have pushed the Atlanta contract down $900 from the 190 high to...