Energy & Power Management articles from November 2006

Energy & Power Management archives from November 2006

A new world view: energy as a geopolitical issue: recent letters to Energy and Power Management have examined our knowledge of the world and how it works. Please read and enjoy the commentary.(YOUR LETTERS: OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2006... Doubts Clean Coal Dear Editor: Joe Salimando's gleeful and uncritical endorsement of coal as the energy source of the future was sadly and badly misplaced (Commodities, July 2006). Yes, we have a lot of coal, but it is the dirtiest...

Conspiracies and elections: it's no mystery why we can't have an energy policy.(EDITORIAL: OPINIONS AND COMMENTARY FROM THE EDITOR)
November 1, 2006... First a disclaimer: I've seen the Magruder film, and I think the Warren Commission will be vindicated when the Kennedy assassination files are opened. I don't think either (any) administration turned a blind eye to an impending attack on...

Buy the belt and the suspenders: more on prognostications.(COMMODITIES: ENERGY PRICES AND MARKET ISSUES)
November 1, 2006... Consider Jim Cramer. He's on CNBC, the cable television news station that serves as official cheerleader for Wall Street... uh, does credible financial reporting. Cramer's every thought is so prized by a select audience that CNBC puts him on...

Northlands: electrical upgrade.(supervisory control and data acquisition)(Cover story)
November 1, 2006... A hub of sports, gaming, business, and entertainment action in Western Canada, Northlands Park is experiencing an ongoing upgrade of its power infrastructure. Installing new systems requires complex orchestration and precise timing. This...

Power distribution must accommodate change: keeps data centers online.(Reprint)
November 1, 2006... Power consumption and distribution are among the main issues facing today s data centers. As larger quantities of higher density servers are installed in standard enclosures to accommodate today's escalating information and storage needs,...

Disaster recovery site improves thermal security: heat is no problem.
November 1, 2006... Increasing thermal loads at data center operations combined with demands for increased operating security require operators to look for innovative methods of real-time thermal management. In the event of a major outage, a disaster recovery...

Water-cooled chillers: energy can be lost by neglecting systems.(REFRIGERANT STACKING AND CARRYOVER IN)(Reprint)
November 1, 2006... Understanding refrigerant stacking and carryover requires familiarity with the cooling cycle for water-cooled chillers. To begin, chillers circulate chilled water in a closed loop system from the evaporator to air handlers where heat is...

Big fans keep manufacturing costs down productivity remains high.(Big Ass Fan Co.)(Reprint)
November 1, 2006... The Midwest is known for its muggy and blistering hot summer days, and winter can pump out some extreme days of her own. That makes a building the size of Perfection Spring and Stamping a real challenge to heat and cool. The 70,000 square foot...

UPS from Eaton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Powerware 9140 UPS is the latest addition to Eaton's portfolio of a rack-mount UPSs for high-density rack environments. It delivers superior, dependable, and efficient power protection for medium to high-density racks in data centers and...

LED lamps from DDP.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... DDP has developed a series of lamp-based LEDs that feature built-in shunt resistors to reduce unwanted illumination caused by leakage current. Well-suited for industrial environments, power generation, transmission, and distribution...

Miniature Ac/Dc power modules from power sources.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Power Sources Unlimited introduced the Tracopower TMT Series of 15 and 30-W encapsulated ac/dc power supply modules that are fully compliant to the RoHS Directive. Universal (85-264 VAC) input, safety class II, and approvals to EN60950-1 and...

T4 quartz halogen downlights from Prescolite.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Prescolite Division of Hubbell Lighting, Inc introduced a series of 6 and 8-in. aperture downlights for T4 quartz halogen light sources. These downlights provide lighting specifiers with an option for church sanctuary, hospitality,...

CDUs from Server Technology.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Server Technology released Enterprise View Version 2.1, which gives the user the ability to manage multiple Sentry Cabinet Power Distribution Units (CDUs) in multiple data centers all at once. Enterprise View also provides a central location...

UPS from Liebert.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Liebert GXT UPS from Emerson Network Power offers increased capacity and flexibility. It delivers online double-conversion UPS protection for up to 8,000 W of equipment in just 6U of rack space and increases the ability of IT and network...

Power Manager software from MGE.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... MGE UPS Systems released an enhanced version of its Enterprise Power Manager (EPM) software that provides detailed control and monitoring for critical power infrastructure. Dedicated to power management functions, Enterprise Power Manager v2.0...

Voltage regulators from Falcon.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Falcon Electric Inc. added five models to its SVR Series of precision voltage regulators. The 230-Vac regulators range from 1.5 to 6 kVA, and extend impressive capabilities such as generation of new ac power, international frequency conversion,...

Daylight management control from Leviton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Leviton has expanded its miniZ Intelligent Daylight Management System offering to include a new Dual Room miniZ. The Dual Room miniZ combines occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, and flexible lighting control functionality in a single,...

Variable-speed drives from Johnson Controls.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Johnson Controls has expanded its line of York OptiSpeed variable-speed drives (VSD) with the introduction of a medium-voltage VSD for model YK centrifugal chillers. This drive enables building owners to reduce chiller energy costs as much as...

Gen set from MQ Power.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... MQ Power now offers a powerful 1,500-kW generator in an efficient, compact, 20-ft (6 m) ISO container making the E6C1500-20 ideal for demanding applications where space and maneuverability are at a premium. The EPA-certified 1,500-kW generator...

Water-source heat pump from ClimateMaster.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... ClimateMaster announces the availability of a new console water-source heat pump with EarthPure (HFC-410A) Zero Ozone Depletion refrigerant. Beginning in 2010 U.S. manufacturers may no longer produce air conditioning equipment using refrigerant...

Stocking program from Alpha-Core.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Alpha-Core's complete stocking program covers a broad range of standard design C-cores made from M5 silicon steel and 32 standard core sizes for power ratings from 5 VA to 5 KVA (60 Hz, single loop). The electrical performance is better than...

Electronic HID ballast from Advance.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Advance introduced its exclusive e-Vision electronic HID ballast for the operation of two 39-W metal halide lamps. Ideal for a variety of recessed and accent lighting applications within the retail, commercial, institutional, and hospitality...

UPS management software from Eaton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The LanSafe v.5.1 Universal Edition and the PowerVision v.4.1 are the two newest additions to Eaton Corporation's Powerware brand UPS management software line. These products give administrators the ability to monitor and manage UPS systems for...

Energy management solution from Sensicast.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Sensicast Systems released its patented SensiNet Energy Management solution: a comprehensive wireless package to report energy consumption and underlying plant system efficiency through monitoring of key system operating data. The solution is...

Power center from Emerson Network Power.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Emerson Network Power made available the Liebert FPC power center to provide higher quality, more flexible power distribution in high-density data centers and computer rooms. Available in capacities from 15 to 300 kVA, the Liebert FPC also...

Power supplies from Phoenix.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Trio Power supplies from Phoenix Contact provide maximum power quality and reliability in a compact form factor. With a rugged, zinc-plated steel housing measuring between 32 and 115-mm wide, the Trio occupies less space than most...

Rack system from Panduit.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Panduit's four-post rack combines the stability of a cabinet with the accessibility of an open rack to provide maximum flexibility of network design and installation. The system is specifically designed to support large active network equipment...

Smart luminaire from Cooper Lighting.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Cooper Lighting introduced the Corelite Iridium IQ, a sleek architectural direct-indirect linear fluorescent luminaire offering complete optical and aesthetic flexibility. Referred to as the new "smart" fixture, the Iridium IQ features...

Rental generators from Cummins.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Low-emissions rental generator sets from Cummins Power Generation offer cleaner, quieter operation to meet EPA emissions standards. Intended for temporary power applications, the 60, 100, 150, 230, and 500-kW trailer-mounted diesel generator...

Application guide from Time Mark.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... A free three-phase monitors application guide is now available from Time Mark Corporation. Offered as a guide for equipment designers, maintenance personnel, electrical contractors, etc, the brochure incorporates explanatory text, application...

Generators from Generac power systems.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Generac has added new and higher rated models to its line of standby generators. The four-cycle OHVI (overhead valve industrial) engines that power its air-cooled products are the most powerful in their displacement range. They are being...

LED downlight from Prescolite.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The first specification-grade LED recessed lighting fixture that performs like a CFL downlight has been perfected and introduced by the Prescolite Division of Hubbell Lighting, Inc. Promising specifiers high-energy efficiency, excellent...

Sine wave inverter from Schaefer, Inc.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The clean pure sine wave output of the AEP-1500 Series from Schaefer, with less than 3% total harmonic distortion, is ideal for powering sensitive loads and for improving ac equipment performance. The AEP-1500 Series is available in three...

Server Cabinets from Hoffman.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Hoffman's Net Series, communication and server cabinets are designed to economically house 19- or 23-inch LAN, WAN, phone, and voice mail rack equipment and servers. These pre-configured cabinets and accompanying accessories are stocked for...

Electronic motor circuit protectors from Square D.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Square D PowerPact electronic motor circuit protectors (MCPs) offer a simple solution that delivers more reliable start-ups, better protection for equipment, and a adjustments to meet a range of motor starting needs. The unique design of...

Energy suite AX from Tridium.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Latest Version of the NiagaraAX-based Intelligent Energy Management Solution empowers organizations to proactively manage their energy budgets, analyze rates, calculate actual costs and reduce energy expenditures. Expanding on the earlier...

High-density cooling solutions from Emerson.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Emerson Network Power expanded its Liebert XD family of high-density cooling solutions with higher capacity ceiling and rack-mount cooling modules. The XD0 is now available in a nominal 20-kW rating, while the XDV is now available in a nominal...

Downlight from Prescolite.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Prescolite's collection of 4.5-in. aperture specification-grade downlights offers patent-pending innovations and superior optical and brightness control. Incorporating a patent-pending twist-lock socket mechanism that properly positions lamps...

Adjustable speed drives from Baldor.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Baldor Electric Company announced the addition of new washdown adjustable speed drives to its H2 family. These drives are rated NEMA 4X and are available from 1 through 10 hp. The H2 washdown drives are available in open-loop, encoder-less, and...

Rack-mount single-phase UPS from Staco.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Staco Energy Products Co. introduced the UniStar IIILA Series of single-phase, online, rack-mount uninterruptible power supply. This unique UPS features powerful protection over a wide input voltage range at an affordable price. Its constant...

Metal halide ballast from Universal Lighting.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Universal Lighting Technologies introduced a model to its pulse-start metal halide family of ballasts with the ballast for 875-W pulse-start systems. The P875MLTAC5M ballast is specifically designed for applications where 1,000-W metal halide...

Lighting controls from Leviton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Leviton's em3 energy management branding program for its line of energy-efficient lighting control products and systems underscores the company's commitment to offering cost-effective, easy-to-implement solutions to the problem of rising energy...

R-16 LED lamp from Lighting Science Group.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... The Lighting Science Group Corporation announced that it had developed an R16 LED lamp that uses OSRAM Opto Semiconductors OSTAR LEDs The LED R-16 lamp is a timely response to escalating concerns over rising energy costs and environmental...

UPS from Sola/Hevi-Duty.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
November 1, 2006... Delivering a suite of advanced online features in a space-saving compact package, the S4K4U Uninterruptible Power System from Sola/Hevi-Duty is a solution for a broad range of industrial applications and is especially effective when used with...

Calendar training and events.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Calendar)
November 1, 2006... NOVEMBER 5-7 4th Energy in Schools, Rochester Regional Convention Center in Rochester, NY. New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. For more information, visit: www.nyserda.org. 8-9 5th Annual Advanced Facilities...

East Hartford HS scores high.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... EAST HARTFORD, CT -- In a state whose schools rate among the least energy-efficient in the nation, East Hartford High School celebrated its decision to become one of Connecticut's most energy-efficient and environmentally conscious places of...

Generac to be acquired by CCMP capital.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... WAUKESHA, WI -- Generac Power Systems, after 47 years of private ownership by its founder and Chairman Robert D. Kern, has signed an agreement that will result in a change of control. The company is a leading manufacturer of standby power...

NEMA, utilities take stance on transformer standard.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(National Electrical Manufacturers Association)(Energy Policy Act of 2005)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... ROSSLYN, VA -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) asked the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to consider using newer data in the economic analysis of efficiency levels in certain electrical transformers on September 26,...

Danfoss launches 2006 EnVisioneering Symposium series.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
November 1, 2006... BALTIMORE, MD -- U.S. Senator Jim Talent (R-Mo.) was among the speakers who engaged a group of about 50 HVACR and allied industry leaders August 2 in Kansas City, MO, in a special conference entitled, "Innovation and the Emerging Energy...

MQ power expands with new Texas plant.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... In an effort to further diversify its North American operations, MQ Power has opened a new 180,000-square-foot facility in Lewisville, TX, about 20 miles northwest of Dallas. Additional assembly and modification functions, primarily on the...

ISR unveils SprayCool installation at Toronto-based UNIS LUMIN.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(UNIS LUMIN Inc.)(ISR Inc.)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... LIBERTY LAKE. WA -- ISR, the maker of SprayCool technology and products, marked the first international installation of its SprayCool M-Series Solution in the data center of Toronto-based UNIS LUMIN, a leading provider of technology-based...

GM adds renewable energy sources.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(General Motors Corp.)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... WASHINGTON, DC -- As a result of the company's commitment to renewable energy sources and conservation efforts, General Motors reduced its energy use by 25% and added solar and landfill gas as energy sources at its North American facilities...

NAM says structural costs increase sharply.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(National Association of Manufacturers)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... WASHINGTON, DC -- Structural costs for domestic manufacturers have increased from 22.4 to 31.7% since 2003 compared to nine major trading partners, according to a study released on September 27th by the National Association of Manufacturers,...

Weather hedging: Chicago mercantile exchange weather futures prices.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Statistical table)
November 1, 2006... As presented by Accuweather in the weekend edition of The Wall Street Journal With the tail end of summer on the horizon, Atlanta temperatures have been about average. Measuring expected cooling degree days for September, last year was a...

Spotlight on financing: the time is now.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(funding for energy efficiency )
November 1, 2006... Funding for rebates and incentives continues to rise. In California alone, investor-owned utilities budgeted $2 billion to support energy-efficiency initiatives from 2006 through 2008. Significant funding increases can be found in many other...

IBM and AMD selected by Move, Inc.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Advanced Micro Devices Inc.)(International Business Machines Corp.)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... NEW YORK, NY -- At a press conference held August 1, IBM announced that Move, Inc., the world's largest moving community, will consolidate its existing infrastructure onto a virtualized IBM BladeCenter system based on the AMD Opteron processor...

Verizon data centers recognized.(INDUSTRY: TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Verizon Communications Inc.)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... NEW YORK, NY -- Verizon tops the list of 16 companies honored by The Uptime Institute with its 2006 Continuous Availability Award. The award recognizes companies with data centers that have not had a facilities-related outage for at least one...