Energy & Power Management articles from October 2006

Energy & Power Management archives from October 2006

Getting it right: readers help set the record straight.(YOUR LETTERS: OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2006... Dear Editor: I was very pleased to read the "Flywheel UPS Designs" article in the August issue, but was a bit taken aback by the $31,250 annual maintenance costs for the two older-technology flywheels being used at Fort McPherson. ...

Errata.(YOUR LETTERS: OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Correction notice)
October 1, 2006... An editing error caused an understatement of the energy savings obtained by Simon Properties through its energy management program (Selling Retailers on Energy, August). The correct energy savings total for 2004 and 2005 combined is 133 million...

AAA travel advisory: gas prices--and what else--go down?(Editorial)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... In many ways, the key energy price indicator in the U.S. is the price of gasoline. What consumer doesn't know the price of a gallon of gas and how much it will cost to fill up at the pump on the way to work or the mall? What executive doesn't...

Back to the future: energy management systems: remembering where we started.
October 1, 2006... Computer-based control systems for buildings have changed a great deal. In the last year I have had the opportunity to speak at several national conferences held by automation companies. Being in front of those audiences offered a rare...

Energy managers change the rules: use the right inputs.(ENERGY INCENTIVES: MAKING ENERGY AFFORDABLE)
October 1, 2006... For years, energy managers have focused on a simple three-word mantra when evaluating energy-saving projects: simple payback period. Energy managers who understand the shortcomings of simple payback period may have used other mantras, such as...

Candler Building rebounds from hurricane: tenants gain reliability benefits.(Cover story)
October 1, 2006... When Hurricane Isabel struck Baltimore, MD, in 2003, the structures on the waterfront were severely damaged. One building, the Candler Building, which was located on the waterfront of the inner harbor, flooded when 4-1/2 feet of water rushed...

Increasing the efficiency of UPS technology: energy costs play an important role in data center operations.(Uninterruptible power supplies)
October 1, 2006... The efficiency of UPS technologies has been an overlooked performance feature in the specification and selection of what has become an essential element of a data center's network-critical physical infrastructure (NCPI). The traditional...

Hold the phone: voice and data network applications impact electrical planning.
October 1, 2006... While several new networking technologies have been introduced in the past few years, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)--technology that allows telephone calls to be made over computer networks--is emerging as an important cost-saving...

Tower UPS from HP.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... The Tower UPS "G2" models from HP are next generation HP tower UPSs with USB support. The new models are the HP UPS T1000 G2, T1500 G2, and R/T2200 G2 respectively. These new UPSs are designed to provide advanced power protection with increased...

Web-enabled reporting platform from Schneider.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Schneider Electric North American Operating Division introduced, under its Square D brand of power management equipment and software, a new module for its web-enabled power and energy management system software. System Manager Advanced Reports,...

Industrial battery from Exide Technologies.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Exide Technologies launched the HCT-41, an addition to Exide's GNB flooded classic long-duration network power battery lineup. With a 4000 Ah nominal capacity, the HCT-41 is the largest reserve power flooded cell that Exide offers for...

Harmonic filter banks from Maysteel.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Maysteel now offers custom-engineered medium-voltage harmonic filter banks for power factor improvement and harmonic mitigation. SmartBank units provide capacitive reactive power ratings up to 30 MVAr in a single enclosure, making them...

Electric Power Specizer from cat.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Caterpillar Inc. introduced the Electric Power SpecSizer tool for generator set sizing and specifying. Considering factors such as site conditions, load characteristics and required performance, SpecSizer provides accurate and timely technical...

Power meter options from MGE.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... MGE UPS Systems introduced an addition to its family of power meters that provide access to a host of information such as real-time trends, averages, and demand metering allowing users maximum control of their power management efforts. This, in...

Wireless control technology from Light Corporation.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Light Corporation introduced a system of wireless control technology specifically designed for large, open spaces. This control technology is designed to work in tandem with Light's Semaphore product line. Light's technology is a first in...

Electronic ballasts from advance.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Advance announced the enhancement of its SmartMate electronic ballasts for the operation of one or two 13, 18, or 26-W compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) or one 32 or 42-W four-pin CFL to include a variety of new chassis options. Ideal for such...

Rack-based UPS from Eaton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... The Powerware BladeUPS, which delivers industry-leading energy efficiency, scalability and flexibility, easily integrates into Eaton's Powerware enclosure. The Powerware BladeUPS helps data centers lower energy costs while delivering the most...

Room temperature sensors from KMC.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... KMC Controls introduced the STE-6000 series room sensors. These economical room sensors will complement KMC as well as competing building automation systems' The KMC 6000 series sensors provide precise and stable temperatures that will ensure...

R30 Floodlight from Lighting Science Group.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Celsia Technologies and Lighting Science Group Corporation announced the availability of Lighting Science's LED R30 floodlight in cool-white color, which contains Celsia's two-phase heat transfer technology. The LED R30 floodlight can dim and...

Light commercial boilers from AERCO.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... AERCO introduced the Modulex line of condensing boilers. Available in six different sizes, the light commercial boilers have unmatched turndown to maximize seasonal efficiency and bring an unprecedented level of operating reliability to...

Integrated systems product brochure from Caterpillar.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Caterpillar offers a new brochure providing information on its electric power integrated systems, including a complete fine of gas generator sets, with ratings from 11 to 4,900 kW, and diesel-fueled generator sets, with ratings from 12 to...

Power management software from MGE.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... MGE UPS SYSTEMS announced the availability of the first uninterruptible power supply (UPS) power management solution fully based on open-source code. As the initial author and editor of the power industry's standards effort, MGE's developers...

Enclosures from Square D.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... The first enclosures designed specifically for Square D H- and J-frame PowerPact molded-case circuit breakers provide increased flexibility for commercial and industrial applications. By allowing for easy installation of both the breakers and...

PSMH lamps from venture.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Natural White pulse-start metal halide lamp and ballast systems produce wide, full-spectrum lighting over indoor or outdoor areas. They mimic the high color rendition of natural sunlight, enhancing any commercial, industrial, or institutional...

Luminaires from Luraline.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Luraline introduces the Vanguard-E compact fluorescent luminaire with integral electronic ballast, available in surface-, wall-, and pendant-mount configurations. Part of the Vanguard series of die-cast vapor-tight lighting, the...

Occupancy Sensor Wall Switch from Leviton.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Leviton's OSSMT-MD Multi-Technology Wall Switch Occupancy Sensor combines infrared and ultrasonic technology for highly accurate occupancy detection with minimal false triggering. The sensor features self-adaptive technology that compensates...

Midget-flange LED indicators from DDP.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... DDP has developed a warm-white midget flange LED lamp designed to retrofit and replace incandescent light bulbs. The T1-3/4 midget flange-based LED is ideal for indicators used for backlighting switches, pushbutton rockers, and panel builders...

Generators from Multiquip.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Multiquip's new GA-Series generators are now stronger, easier to handle and feature a redesigned control panel that allows the operator to power a wider variety of tools on the job site. Seven models are offered, ranging from the 2.5-kW GA-2.5H...

Heat pumps from Mitsubishi Electric.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Mitsubishi Electric HVAC Advanced Products Division unveiled its new Mr. Slim P-Series line of cooling-only and heat pump systems for the commercial and large residential markets, with a range of 6,000 to 45,000 Btu/hr, the units are 13+ SEER...

UPS warranty from Staco.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... A three-year warranty covering all electronics is now being offered as the standard on Staco Energy Products Co.'s FirstLine UPS systems-that were introduced in March. With the lowest cost per kVA in the industry and a very small footprint, the...

Panel-mount LEDs from LEDtronics.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... LEDtronics announces PP156 Series 5/32-in. (4-mm) Dome LED Lens Light that is visible in any lighting, including bright sunlight. The versatile PP156 series of LED makes a great panel indicator in most panel applications. The construction of...

Compact fluorescents from SLI Lighting.(PRODUCTS: LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
October 1, 2006... Four compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) have been added to SLI Lighting's range of products designed to replace incandescent lamps in existing installations. The 11- and 15-W CFL globe replaces popular 40- and 60-W incandescent globes. The CFL...

Energy spectrum hospital cogeneration project recognized.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Montefiore Medical Center)(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... NEW YORK, NY -- Energy Spectrum, a New York-based energy consulting group, helped orchestrate Montefiore Medical Center's (MMC) entry as one of the largest installations of cogeneration systems in New York in the last few years. While some of...

ES presents TAB seminar.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
October 1, 2006... TROY, MI -- Engineered Systems, published by BNP Media, is planning a one-day seminar entitled Need To Know: Owners' Commissioning & TAB Seminar. How do you shop intelligently for commissioning (Cx) services? The seminar will be held October...

Training and events.(Brief article)(Calendar)
October 1, 2006... OCTOBER 5 Data Center Dynamics, Downtown Marriott, Chicago, IL. DataCenter Dynamics. For more information, visit: www.datacenterdynamics.com 16-19 Solar Power 2006. San Jose, CA. For more information, visit: www....

Lee Technologies launches TIMS.(Lee Technologies, Inc.)
October 1, 2006... FAIRFAX, VA -- Lee Technologies, Inc. announced the launch of TIMS, a Tiered Infrastructure Maintenance Standard, to give IT and facility managers a set of comprehensive tools to evaluate their maintenance programs, while enabling them to...

Weather hedging: Chicago mercantile exchange weather futures prices.
October 1, 2006... As presented by Accuweather in the weekend edition of The Wall Street Journal Monday's high of 108[degrees]F ensured that Sacramento broke its record for consecutive triple-digit heat that has stood since record-keeping began in 1877....

Canyon Pines with solar flood lights.(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... RENO, NV -- In 2005, Barry Hunter, assistant project manager of Land Development for Lakemont developers, was faced with a costly predicament. A couple of Lakemont's sub-contractors had a miscommunication and paved a two-lane road before laying...

Ohio College qualifies generator techs.(Ohio Technical College )(Brief article)
October 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,"...

Spotlight on Energy Trust of Oregon, Inc.: incentive programs promote efficient use of electricity and natural gas in Oregon.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
October 1, 2006... Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization helping Oregonians benefit from increased energy efficiency and renewable energy development, serving 1.4 million Oregon customers of Pacific Power, Portland General Electric, NW...

GE ups investment in LEDs.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
October 1, 2006... CLEVELAND, OH -- The General Electric Company (GE) through its Consumer & Industrial business and the Nichia Corporation announced on August 31st a strategic alliance agreement to support GELcore, LLC, based in Cleveland, OH. GELcore, formed in...