Energy & Power Management articles from June 2005

Energy & Power Management archives from June 2005

Eye on fundamentals.(New Issues: Expertise from readers)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Dear Editor: I enjoyed the Fundamentals article on adjustable speed drives in the March issue However, I disagree with the answer provided for question #3. Shouldn't the correct answer be "C", that the function of power requirement curve...

Personal controls that save energy.(New Issues: Expertise from readers)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Dear Editor: I greatly appreciate Craig DiLouie's article "Person Controls that Save Energy" (April, Energy User News) discussing how important good quality lighting and personal controls are to worker satisfaction and productivity in...

A new era: welcome to the first edition of Energy and Power Management.(EDITORIAL: OPINIONS AND COMMENTARY FROM THE EDITOR)
June 1, 2005... Far from being passive recorders of the news, like recording secretaries or transcriptionists, editors and publishers must be aggressive. For successful editors and publishers must enter into the arena and learn what's really going on in the...

Breaking a habit.(EDITORIAL: OPINIONS AND COMMENTARY FROM THE EDITOR)(Energy Information Agency web sites)(Editorial)
June 1, 2005... Some habits are hard to break cold turkey. Please know that the gas and electricity rankings and degree data you want are easy to get. The electricity rankings can be found at www.eia.doe.gov/cneaf/electricity/page/eia826.html What's more,...

Applications of intelligent energy technology: intelligent building applications are close at hand.(ENERGY ONLINE: MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
June 1, 2005... Many IT professionals believe that in the future an "envelope of information" will accompany the delivery of every product and service. They believe that managing this package of data will be critical to business success, because customers...

PureComfort Powers A&P with a fresh result.(Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company Inc. installed UTC Power PureComfort 240M CHP unit)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... MOUNT KISCO, NY -- An environmentally and economically conscious Mount Kisco Mayor J. Michael Cindrich welcomed A&P and UTC Power executives to his town on May 17th to help cut the ribbon at an A&P Fresh store, featuring the first supermarket...

VendingMisers now in Marriott hotels.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(USA Technologies's energy management solution)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... MALVERN, PA--Marriott hotels will be installing USA Technologies's VendingMiser energy management solution to help the hotel chain achieve greater energy efficiency and lower energy costs. USA Technologies reported that a consignment of...

SUEZ enters Texas small business market.(SUEZ Energy Resources NA, Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... HOUSTON, TX--SUEZ Energy Resources NA, Inc.'s (formerly Tractebel Energy Services, Inc.). IT-based solution provides 73,000 small businesses in Texas with a new method to lower their electricity costs and obtain faster pricing. These Texas...

Orion joins Chicago climate exchange.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... PLYMOUTH, WI -- Orion Energy Systems, a national leader in energy-efficient lighting and demand-response systems with scientifically proven measurement and verification capabilities, announced that it has joined the Chicago Climate Exchange...

NYC policies to support DG.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
June 1, 2005... NEW York, NY--The New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) announced that progress has been made on all recommendations outlined in the energy policy report issued last year. The report, New York City Energy Policy: An Electricity...

Aggreko provides cooling towers to Minnesota plant.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Aggreko, the world's leading supplier of temporary power, temperature control, and compressed air systems, announced the completion of a project to provide 40 temporary cooling towers to Minnesota Power's Clay Boswell Energy Center electric...

EUN calendar.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
June 1, 2005... JUNE 12-15 End-to-End Reliability: Today, Tomorrow & Beyond, Boca Raton Resort & Club, Boca Raton, FL. For more information, call: (646) 486-3818 or visit: www.7x24exchange.org 13-15 10th International Electric Power Supply Equipment &...

Hannover Fair draws industrial audience.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Tens of thousands of industrial energy users visited the Hannover Fairgrounds in Germany for the annual five-day industrial and automation tradeshow, which this year included 6090 exhibitors. Russian Premiere Valerie Putin delivered opening...

Electronic catalog available from Baldor.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Port Smith, AR -- Baldor Electric Company, Fort Smith, AR-based manufacturer of energy-saving industrial electric motors, drives and generators, offers customers Version 10.0 of its interactive Electronic Catalog on CD-ROM, a vastly improved...

Building meets LEED-EB.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- General Dynamics C4 Systems has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-Existing Building (LEED-EB) certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) for its 650,000 square foot manufacturing and...

Energy on campus: Nova Southeastern University maximizes savings and reliability with enterprise energy management technology.(Cover Story)
June 1, 2005... Nova Southeastern University (NSU) just celebrated 40 years of being the largest independent institution of higher education in the Southeast, and the eighth largest in the United States. With 23,000 students and a main campus in the Greater...

A new way to manage energy: continuous improvement methodologies apply to energy issues.(Reprint)
June 1, 2005... Many large corporations have employed continuous improvement methodologies such as ISO 9000, Six Sigma, and ISO 14000 to improve customer satisfaction and wring costly inefficiencies out of their operations. In the view of many of these same...

Standby generators from Generac.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Generac Power Systems has unveiled a new line of automatic standby generators. The new QT series models, ranging in output from 15 to 150 kW, have been designed specifically for commercial applications. All QT models feature sound...

Natural gas generator sets from Cat.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Caterpillar Inc.'s two new versions of the G3520C advanced natural gas-fueled generator sets are designed specifically for high efficiency and long service life in applications using low-energy fuels, such as landfill, digester, and coal seam...

True online UPS from Emerson.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... The Liebert GXT2-500 UPS is one of the smallest rated UPSs in the industry to use true online technology. The Liebert GXT2-500 extends the GXT family of online UPS down to 500-VA and is designed for applications with low power requirements but...

Power controls from Russelectric.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Russelectric custom designs and manufactures power control and synchronizing switchgear systems in low and medium voltage ratings for single- and multi-unit on site power generators. In addition to emergency power, system designs may include a...

Electric actuator from KMC.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... KMC Controls introduced a compact new member of its actuator line. Specifically designed for small damper and valves, the 40 in-lb MEP-4000 series is available in five models to satisfy a variety of job requirements. The new actuators are small...

Industrial UPS from Rockwell.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Rockwell Automation and American Power Conversion Corp. have teamed to create a new line of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) products. The two companies designee and built the new Allen-Bradley 1609 UPS line. creating a set of products...

Centrifugal chiller from York.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... York International Corporation has extended the capacity of its MaxE model YD centrifugal chillers to 4750 TR, providing the HVAC industry with the largest capacity, single-package chiller using HFC-134a. This increases the chiller's previous...

UPSs from Eaton Corp.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... The Powerware 3105 is designed to protect small office and home office (SOHO) computer and telephone equipment from frequent power problems such as power outages, surges and sags, while the Powerware 5110 provides added protection against these...

T6 lamps from Natural Lighting.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Natural Lighting introduced what it calls the next generation lamp. The T6 lamp, according to the manufacturer, is T5 technology without the T5 expense. The T6 lamp is a direct replacement for T8 and T12 lamps. Its standard bipin base (G13)...

Halogen reflector lamp from Osram.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... The Ministar from Osram is the world's smallest low voltage halogen reflector lamp. The extremely small size of the Ministar lamp allows for its incorporation into sleeker, more compact, and innovative luminaire designs. Due to the use of...

Diesel generators from Aggreko.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
June 1, 2005... Aggreko has introduced a new line of 1.5-MW diesel electric generators to the U.S. market. The heavy-duty 1.5-MW units are trailer-mounted and designed to handle loads ranging from large events to baseload power generation. They feature...

Baldor Electric Company: Baldor Electric Company * www.baldor.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Baldor Electric Company designs, manufacturers, and markets a broad line of energy-efficient electric motors, adjustable speed drives, linear motors, motion control products and generators. We have more than 6,500 different stock products...

Caterpillar electric power: power generation solutions: Caterpillar Inc. * http://go.cateps.com.cp.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... As a leading power generation supplier with more than 75 years of experience building engines and electric power systems, Caterpillar offers integrated power systems that incorporate a broad range of products. These include a complete line of...

Electrical energy efficiency, power quality, ampacity, connectibility, reliability: Copper Development Association * www.copper.org.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Energy and facility managers must deal with these issues day in and day out. Whether they relate to wiring, motors or transformers, they all have one thing in common--copper. Copper offers distinct advantages in both performance and life-cycle...

Cummins Power Generation--increasing power reliability: Cummins Power Generation * www.cumminspower.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Cummins Power Generation is a world leader in providing available and reliable electric power with pre-integrated standby and emergency power systems. Local distributors in over 140 locations across North America are available to help you...

The power of innovation: Generac Power Systems * www.generac.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Generac Power Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of standby power products and is solely focused on that business. As a single source supplier of fully integrated systems ranging in output from 6 to 6000 kilowatts, Generac offers complete...

The Leviton Manufacturing Company: Leviton Manufacturing Company, Inc. * www.leviton.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... The Leviton Manufacturing Company is North America's largest, privately held manufacturer of electrical wiring devices. Since its founding at the dawn of the electrical era, the company has grown from a manufacturer of gas mantle tips to an...

Power's next generation: Northern Power Systems * www.northernpower.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Northern Power Systems designs, builds, installs and services power systems for commercial and industrial customers. Blending appropriate energy sources to meet clients' unique needs, the company provides cost effective, reliable, and cleaner...

Orion: Orion Energy Services * www.oriones.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Orion Energy Services has received a lot of national media attention for its innovative energy-efficient-lighting solutions that actually double the amount of light in many facilities while cutting electricity usage in half. Orion uses the next...

Power Measurement: Power Measurement * www.pwrm.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Power Measurement is an energy information technology company founded on innovation and a global leader in enterprise energy management systems. Our products and services help energy suppliers and consumers take control of the cost and quality...

High-integrity power control systems: Russelelctric Inc. * www.russelectric.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Fortune 1000 companies, data centers, hospitals, airports, telecommunications hubs, defense installations, and other mission-critical facilities rely on Russelectric high-integrity on-site power control systems to help ensure 100% uptime...

Repeatable solutions that power business: Schneider Electric * www.criticalpowernow.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... For more than 100 years, Square D[R] has symbolized excellence in power system design and construction. It appears on specialized electrical systems in some of the nation's largest companies and institutions. Square D is a market-leading brand...

Save with SUEZ: SUEZ Energy Resources NA, Inc. * www.suezenergyresources.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... Based in Houston, SUEZ Energy Resources NA, Inc. (formerly named Tractebel Energy Services, Inc.) is a wholly owned subsidiary of SUEZ Energy North America Inc. SUEZ Energy Resources is the 5th largest and fastest growing electricity supplier...

UTC power--create power & savings: UTC Power * www.utcpower.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... UTC Power, a division of United Technologies Corp., is a single-source provider of environmentally advanced energy solutions for transportation and onsite power markets. Its Fuel Cells unit is a global leader in the development of fuel cell...

Energy management, simplified: EnVinta Corporation * www.envinta.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... EnVINTA Corporation is a worldwide leader in the development and deployment of energy and environmental products and services for large commercial, institutional, industrial and utility users. Trademarked products include our patented...

Reduce costs with energy management technology: USA Techologies * www.usatech.com.(COMPANY PROFILES: GUIDE TO LEADING MANUFACTURERS)
June 1, 2005... USA Technologies is a recognized leader in energy management technologies for vending machines, commercial glass-front coolers and a variety of other electronic equipment. USA Technologies' VendingMiser[R] energy controller for vending...

Gas price comparison.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
June 1, 2005... Gas Price Comparison Breakeven Rates ($/therm) Large Office (150,000 [ft.sup.2]) 4th Q-04 2004 Ave Jan-05 Feb-05 Boston Gas (Boston, MA) 1.0472 0.9996 1.0366...

Weather hedging: Chicago Merchantile Exchange Weather Futures Prices.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Illustration)
June 1, 2005... Weather Hedging: Chicago Mercantile Exchange Weather Futures Prices Each Degree Day valued at $20 per contract HDDs Cooling Degrees Days Location Apr Apr May Jun Jul Atlanta GA ...

AESP plans National Technology Symposium.(Association of Energy Services Professionals )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... JUPITER, FL -- The Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP) announced that its Technology Symposium: What's New in Demand Response and Energy Efficiency will be held November 2-3, 2005, at Southern California Edison's (SCE) Customer...

New York, NE Power supplies seen adequate.(New England)(Independent System Operator )
June 1, 2005... NEW YORK, NY and HOLYOKE, MA -- The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO), ISO New England (ISO-NE), and the Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) all released annual assessments of supply availability for the summer. Both groups...

Motor and variable speed drive incentive programs.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Directory)
June 1, 2005... Motor and Variable Speed Drive Incentive Programs Go to www.realwinwin.com to access an expanded version of this report featuring direct links to these incentives. State Utility or Agency Motor VSD Contact Information ...