Energy & Power Management articles from September 2005

Energy & Power Management archives from September 2005

Moore's law repealed? Changing chip technology would be a disruptive force.(OPINIONS AND COMMENTARY FROM THE EDITOR)(Editorial)
September 1, 2005... Apple Computer recently decided to change its computer architecture to run on Intel processors. Apple had lost confidence that IBM, which had supplied processor chips to the computer manufacturer, could develop a version of its chip that would...

Breaking news.(Intel's new design)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
September 1, 2005... At closing, Intel announced design: The design would enable Intel to mount multiple processors on one chip. The result would be the repeal of Moore's Law or at least creating a new way of looking at processing power: Computations per watt. ...

A penny saved is a penny earned: what is "found money"?(OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Who would object to the concept of "found money"? Letter writer and reader D. Allen Crosby points out that giving easy money too much attention can divert from many wonderful energy savings projects. Dear Editor: This correspondence is...

Giving a green light to LEED: The Lawrence Convention Center's $500,000 energy-saving secret.(David L. Lawrence Convention Center)
September 1, 2005... Owners and operators have been calling Pittsburgh's newly constructed David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLLCC) the world's largest green building and the first green convention center. The DLICC, which is owned and operated by the Pittsburgh...

Winning the incentives: where is the money?
September 1, 2005... Energy efficiency and renewable energy (EE/ RE) can help lower energy bills, reduce demand on strained utility grids, postpone the need to build more power plants, reduce reliance on foreign oil, and decrease atmospheric pollution caused by...

Power protection strategies that work! Uninterruptible power systems (UPS) have come a long way in the last decade.
September 1, 2005... The summer blackouts of 2003 wreaked havoc on businesses throughout North America, highlighting the fragility of the digital economy. The massive outage also highlighted problems inherent in the public utility power grid. Almost one full year...

Light Towers from Baldor.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Baldor Pow'R Lite Mobile Light Towers provide 4000 W of power for illumination. They are powered by a 6000-W generator, utilize a 30-ft zinc-plated mast and provide light for over seven acres. Diesel engines from Kubota and Lombardini are...

Electricity meter from Ametek Power.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... AMETEK Power Instruments has introduced the CI-20 multi-function revenue meter. The CI-20 revenue meter is an affordable solid-state device designed specifically for commercial and industrial power users and complements AMETEK's premier line of...

Medical-grade power systems from Pentadyne.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Pentadyne Power Corporation and Mission Critical Power Solutions (MCPS) designed an innovative medical-grade power system designed for high peak-power diagnostic equipment. The new system combines the MCPS MedAC uninterruptible power system...

Occupancy sensors from Lutron.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Lutron's ceiling mount (LOS-C), wall mount (LOS-W) and wall switch (LOS-S) sensors feature self-adjusting technology that helps to prevent false-on and false-off conditions, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of occupancy-based lighting...

Continuous speed fans from Big Ass Fans.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Big Ass Fans is introducing a simplified version of its high-volume, low-speed fans. The Big EZ Fan is easy to install, operate, and maintain. The fan runs at a continuous speed, either forward or reverse, and needs no separate fan controller,...

Surviving Energy Prices, a book from PennWell.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... PennWell Books announces the publication of Surviving Energy Prices. Written by Peter Beutel, Surviving Energy Prices explains the world of energy risk management in a conversational style perfectly suited for those who suddenly find themselves...

Wireless sensor networking from Millennial Net.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Millennial Net released MeshScape 4.0, the next generation of the company's flagship industrial-grade wireless sensor networking system. MeshScape 4.0 features a new ultra-low-power mesh and turnkey support for Modbus and other serial...

Twin gen sets from Generac.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... The Gemini twin-pack generator from Generac comprises two gen sets on a single frame, housed within a sound attenuated enclosure. The Modular Power System technology enables Generac to connect the generators electrically to produce power at a...

Power quality and protection systems brochure from Cat.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Caterpillar published a brochure providing information on its complete, single-source offering of power protection and power quality systems. The brochure discusses the benefits of a continuous power solution from Caterpillar that includes...

Rack expansion system from Liebert.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Emerson Network Power introduced the Liebert Foundation EX, a rack expansion system that allows IT and network managers to quickly and easily adapt equipment racks to manage growing cabling requirements, improve critical airflow, and...

Portable data logger from Dent Instruments.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... The Elitepro helps management develop a meaningful energy strategy by measuring critical electrical loads and data trend usage. The Elitepro's small robust design is fully portable and can be used anywhere-from a single piece of equipment to an...

Ethernet based PLC with IP filter from Wago.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... WAGO Corporation's 750-841 Ethernet-based programmable controller is now protected against unauthorized access by means of a built-in IP-filter. Configuration of the IP-filter is facilitated by means of web pages in the controller. When the...

RGB LED from LEDtronics.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... The SMLS050RBG1K-TR from LEDtronics is a low-profile, surface-mount full-spectrum red, green, and blue LED (RGB LED). These discrete LEDs provide excellent performance and terrific visibility in a compact size of only 5.5 by 5.5 mm. The red,...

Software from Yaskawa.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Yaskawa Electric America, Inc. developed its Energy Savings Predictor (ESP) software for owners of Yaskawa E7 drives. Available at no cost, the new software enables users to accurately forecast the energy efficiency and savings potential for...

Side Air Distribution from American Power Conversion.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... APC's Rack-Side Air Distribution unit improves availability and lowers cost with optimized rack-level cooling. With the integration of voice and data networks and increasing use of power dense blade servers, these new technologies are creating...

Open Protocol Control from Siemens.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... The TALON Open Protocol Building Control System is the next generation HVAC control system from the Staefa Control System brand of Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. The TALON system combines the system level applications, network management,...

Pulse start lamps from Venture.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Venture Lighting offers a new line of Uni-Form pulse-start tubular metal halide (H75) lamps that combine the benefits of pulse start with the enhanced light control provided by compact tubular lamps. Each compact tubular lamp is designed...

Solid-state light source technology from TIR.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... The LEXEL solid-state light source technology from TIR is not a product, but a universal platform technology that is scheduled to be commercially available in 12-18 months. It is a fully-integrated solid-state light source and platform system...

Standby systems from Cummins.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... PowerCommand diesel generator sets from Cummins range from 35 kW to 2.7 MW. PowerCommand gen sets, switchgear, and automatic transfer switches feature all-digital control technology and are pre-integrated and factory-tested. Systems are...

Architectural Lighting Control System from Lightolier.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Utilizing Bluetooth wireless technology, the LYTEmode Wireless Control Unit from Lightolier is designed to communicate with any Master Station located on the LYTEmode Architectural Controls Network. The technology provides real-time individual...

Gas generator set from Cat.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Caterpillar Inc.'s G3520E advanced natural-gas-fueled generator set is designed for maximum efficiency in extended-duty distributed generation and combined heat and power (CHP) applications. Driven by a Cat electronically controlled, lean-burn...

Three-phase UPS from Powerware.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Eaton Corporation introduced a new, three-phase uninterruptible power system (UPS), the Powerware 9355. This double-conversion, online UPS which is available in 10 and 15 kVA models provides an impressive efficiency of 91%, which reduces...

Advanced chiller diagnostics from Efficiency Technologies Inc.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... EffHVAC is an Internet-based chiller, boiler, and plate exchanger efficiency tool that can dramatically reduce energy costs and prolong equipment life. EffHVAC now makes it easy to run chillers at maximum efficiency at all times with advanced...

Bi-fuel gen sets from Generac.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2005... Generac produces bi-fuel engine powered generator packages with electrical outputs of 300, 375, 600, and 750 kW. Modular Power System technology enables Generac to configure bi-fuel operation up to 6000 kW. All bi-fuel systems are fully covered...

Calendar.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... SEPTEMBER 14-15 World Energy Engineering Congress, Austin Convention Center, Austin, TX. Association of Energy Engineers. For more information, call: (770) 447-5083, email: info@aeecenter.org, or visit: www. energycongress.com. 15...

President Bush signs Energy Policy Act of 2005.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2005... ALBUQUERQUE, NM -- President George W. Bush signed H.R. 6, the Energy Policy Act of 2005, before a friendly crowd at the Sandia National Laboratories. President Bush told the crowd that this was the first major energy legislation in 13 years,...

Demand response aggregator helps customers fight grid emergenices.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Public Notice)
September 1, 2005... BOSTON, MA -- On July 27, with temperatures and humidity levels soaring across the Northeast, electric demand in both New York and New England threatened to outstrip supply and cause a blackout. Due to the severity of the situation, both...

Pitt County saves more than $3.7 million in energy and building operation costs.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2005... GREENVILLE, NC -- Pitt County, NC, expects to save more than $3.7 million in energy and building operation costs under a 12-year performance contract with Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. "The agreement with Siemens gives Pitt County a...

Powersmiths launches "green" transformer.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Powersmiths International Corp)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... TORONTO, ON -- Powersmiths International Corp. is expanding its distribution transformer product line with the E-SAVER C3. The E-Saver is built in a highly sought after ISO 14001-certified manufacturing facility. It is engineered for years of...

Active Power receives 5.4 MVA UPS order.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... AUSTIN, TX -- Active Power, Inc. announced receipt of a new order from Caterpillar Inc. for four 1200 kVA flywheel uninterruptible power supply ("UPS") systems and two 300 kVA UPS systems. The units will be used to protect the state-of-the-art...

Gas price comparison.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Illustration)
September 1, 2005... Gas Price Comparison Breakeven Rates ($/therm) Large Office (150,000 [ft.sup.2]) 2004 Ave 1st Q-05 Apr-05 Boston Gas (Boston, MA) 0.9996 1.0367 1.1080 Con...

Weather hedging: Chicago Mercantile Exchange Weather futures prices.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Illustration)
September 1, 2005... Weather Hedging: Chicago Mercantile Exchange Weather Futures Prices Each Degree Day valued at $20 per contract Cooling Degrees Days Location July August September October ...

Maryland reverse energy procurement saves $5 million.(National Association of State Facilities Administrators )(National Association of State Chief Administrators )
September 1, 2005... WORCESTER, MA -- World Energy announced on July 19th that the State of Maryland has won awards from the National Association of State Facilities Administrators (NASFA) and the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA) for an...

EnergyWindow awarded U.S. Postal Service contract.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... BOULDER, CO -- EnergyWindow, Inc., a supplier of information technology-based tools and consulting to manage the energy supply used by businesses, announced the initial results of a multi-state electricity procurement campaign conducted by them...

Morgan Stanley shuts down Times Square.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... In response to the July heat wave in New York and strain it is having on the local energy grid, Morgan Stanley, for the first time ever, participated in a voluntary shut down of its famous ticker sign in Times Square. This will be taking place...

Breaking a habit.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 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...

Energy audits & related services.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Directory)
September 1, 2005... Energy Audits & Related Services Visit www.realwinwin.com for access to an expanded version of the Rebate Report, featuring direct links to these incentives, rebate application forms, additional contact details, and more. State...