Energy & Power Management articles from September 2007

Energy & Power Management archives from September 2007

Exciting news at BNP Media: better coverage of green and data center industries.(EDITORIAL: OPINIONS AND COMMENTARY FROM THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... Sometimes an idea is just too big to express easily, and so it has always been with Energy and Power Management and before that Energy User News. In recognition that this truism applies to Energy and Power Management, BNP Media has decided to...

Finding the better way: readers discuss technical issues.(YOUR LETTERS: OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... The article on TVSS technology produced-as expected-a number of letters. One heavily edited letter and response are illustrative. We also have a reader helping to raise our expectations for energy. Dear Editor: I'm especially...

TVSS.(YOUR LETTERS: OUR READERS SPEAK OUT)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... Dear Editor: Matt Hemphill's article "What is TVSS Technology?" (July, p. 16) issue is, at the very least, misleading and stands for correction. Mr. Hemphill infers, though, that designs with multiple components (MOVs and the like) in...

Your building is not a commodity: look at real estate differently.(COMMODITIES: ENERGY PRICES AND MARKET ISSUES)
September 1, 2007... You must decommoditize your building. Why? Because "the era of cheap, energy is over, as Jeff Sterba, CEO of the utility PNM, said speaking in April during GridWeek. Estimates of energy wasted by the typical commercial building start at...

Mammoth Mountain tracks energy use: electric submetering system helps resort save energy, use it more wisely and comply with state energy grant guidelines.
September 1, 2007... Located on the eastern slope of California's majestic Sierra Nevada range, Mammoth Mountain Ski Area (MMSA) is one of the world's premier year-round resorts. From its humble beginnings 66 years ago with a single portable ski tow, founder Dave...

Sensors can produce lighting savings: putting light-level sensors at the heart of control strategy produces results.
September 1, 2007... Lighting is crucial for conducting business, and as such, ensuring there is adequate light in a commercial building is a major concern, one that must be balanced against the fact that lighting consumes a significant share of that building's...

Legal eagles save energy: UCal-Irvine beats Title 24.
September 1, 2007... The latest addition to the University of California Irvine (UCI) campus is the $40.2 million Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. The six-story 160,000 square feet ([ft.sup.2]) L-shaped building includes ten classrooms, four...

HID lighting control from IEPC.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] IEPC Corp developed an efficient and cost-effective lighting control system alternative for high-intensity discharge (HID) lamp lighting applications. The VB400 lighting control from IEPC Corp. combines solid-state...

Three-phase power supplies from Phoenix.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Phoenix Contact has added three-phase power supplies to its TRIO product offering. Like the single-phase TRIO products, the three-phase units feature the same power output regulation as Phoenix Contact's QUINT, MINI,...

Paralleling UPS from APC-MGE.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] APC-MGE announced that its popular MGE Galaxy 3000 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 20 and 30-kVA models offer a flexible new paralleling capability to enable scalability for increased capacity or redundancy. The...

Network Time Servers from Eaton.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Eaton Corporation today announced the availability of Power Xpert Network Time Servers. These network devices provide accurate time stamping and synchronization across all power system components to contribute to an...

UPS from Sola/Hevi-Duty.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sola/Hevi-Duty introduced the S4K2U-5 on-line uninterruptible power supply (UPS) featuring flexible L-N international output voltages of 220/230/240 V, 50/60 Hz to meet the current and future power protection needs...

Trims from Cooper.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Cooper Lighting introduced a line of square trims for its Halo H3 small aperture line of recessed downlights. The dual-listed trims, for use with low-voltage 50-W MR16 and line-voltage 50-W GU10 lamps, feature three...

Drives family from Baldor.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Baldor Electric Company announced a new line of adjustable speed drives designed to meet virtually all applications needs. The Baldor V*S Drive line includes two models of high-performance adjustable-speed ac drives...

Common-mode suppression chokes from Schaffner EMC.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Schaffner EMC introduced a line of common-mode chokes that offer high inductance in a compact size, resulting in effective EMI suppression in limited space. The EV/EH chokes are ideal for use in a number of...

Ac drive from Schneider.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Schneider Electric introduced the Telemecanique brand Altivar 21 Drive--the newest addition to the Altivar line of variable frequency ac drives. Designed for HVAC pump and fan applications, the Altivar 21 drive...

Ballast from Universal Lighting.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Universal Lighting Technologies developed the latest Ballastar light-level switching ballast for T8 lamps. The B232PUS50-A ballast provides light-level control by switching from full light to 50% power using standard...

Three-phase power distribution from Server Technology.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Server Technology released a modular thee-phase power-distribution product. The Sentry Modular Cabinet Power Distribution Unit (CDU) family is designed to take a three-phase in-feed and distribute single-phase power...

Web site from Lincoln Electric.(PRODUCTS LITERATURE & SERVICES: METERING, LIGHTING, AND BACKUP POWER)(Powerwavesoftware.com)(Website overview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Powerwavesoftware.com is The Lincoln Electric Company's web resource exclusively for fabricators who rely on Lincoln's welding equipment featuring Waveform Control Technology. The web site offers free online...

Calendar: training and events.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(conference of information technology services industry)(Brief article)(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... SEPTEMBER 11-13 Solutions to Energy Challenges, Sheraton Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Square D. For more information, visit: www. squared-services.com 12 Data Center Dynamics. Hilton Chicago, Chicago, IL. For more information, visit:...

SprayCool, Align Communications partner to boost energy efficiency.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2007... LIBERTY LAKE, WA -- SprayCool announced new partnership with Align Communications, Inc., on June 19th. Align is an information technology (IT) solutions company that serves many of the world's leading firms. Through the recent agreement, Align...

Seminary to improve energy efficiency with $500,000 performance contract.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(The Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary contractrs with TAC Energy Solutions)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... DALLAS, TX -- The Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC, has signed a $500,000 performance contract on May 9th with the Energy Solutions division of TAC. TAC will provide facility upgrades to improve operations, comfort...

NEMA testifies before Senate Subcommittee.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(National Electrical Manufacturers Association)(commercial buildings must gt tax deduction)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... ROSSLYN, VA -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced its support on May 24th for energy-efficiency tax provisions in testimony before the U.S. Senate Finance Subcommittee on Energy, Natural Resources, and...

CommScope and IPcelerate join to make VoIP safer.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2007... RICHARDSON, TX -- CommScope, Inc. announced on July 23rd the results of a collaborative venture with IPcelerate, a provider of advanced VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) products and technologies. The two companies have developed a new...

Aperture Technologies acquires The Advantage Group (TAG).(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2007... STAMFORD, CT -- Aperture Technologies Inc., has acquired The Advantage Group (TAG), a leading provider of infrastructure monitoring solutions, for an undisclosed sum, according to an announcement made on June 16th. The integration of Aperture...

Schneider Electric announces EEM solution.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... PALATINE, IL -- Schneider Electric announced on May 15th that its enterprise energy management (EEM) solution would be available for industrial organizations. The EEM solution is designed to help achieve higher energy efficiency, while reducing...

First data center developer and operator to adopt LEED.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- 365 Main Inc. became the first data center developer and operator to commit to full compliance with the building certification system put forth by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). As proof of its commitment,...

EYP Mission Critical Facilities develops an energy assessment tool.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... NEW YORK, NY -- EYP Mission Critical Facilities (EYP MCF) announced the launch of EnerOpt, a tool designed to reduce facility energy costs. The creation of EnerOpt was driven by skyrocketing energy costs and EYP clients' demands to help them...

Report on Data Center Energy Efficiency should spark action.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Report)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... SANTA FE, NM -- With its August 6th research study, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made clear that it will apply the considerable weight of its successful Energy Star label to drive improvement in server energy efficiency, says the...

AFCOM appoints William L. DiBella as president.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... ORANGE, CA -- AFCOM announced on June 26th that William L. DiBella has been appointed as its new president, effective June 11, 2007. DiBella, a 25-year veteran of the data center industry, assumes the post from Jill Eckhaus, who, after seven...

Tripp Lite launches severe weather power protection microsite.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)
September 1, 2007... Tripp Lite created a Severe Weather Power Protection microsite at www.tripplite.com/severeweather. The microsite is an educational resource filled with practical information about keeping computers and electronics safe during severe weather...

Technology Convergence Conference.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Teladata's Technology Convergence Conference focuses on providing an environment where IT, facilities, telecommunications, and other technology professionals can come together to exchange ideas and best practices about the latest technologies...

GE Partners with JT Packard.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... MADISON, WI -- GE and JT Packard, announced a Power Quality Partner Program, rendering JT Packard an authorized GE equipment sales representative and service provider. GE manufactures uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, from 350 VA to 4...

Weather hedging: Chicago Mercantile Exchange weather futures prices.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Statistical table)
September 1, 2007... As presented by Accuweather in the The Wall Street Journal July 7, 2007. Futures and other derivatives used to manage weather risk are also bought and sold by hedge funds and other investors in order to diversify their portfolios....

Generac University offers free training.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Generac Power Systems Inc provides training to college students for generator service technician)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... EAGLE, WI -- In response to an increasing demand for generator service personnel, Generac Power Systems is offering free technical training to qualified individuals. Students who successfully complete the company's new Generac University...

Vycon flywheel UPS proves value at Virtua Health.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... LOS ANGELES, CA -- During severe thunderstorms on the east coast of the United States, Virtua Health (Virtua), a multi-hospital healthcare organization headquartered in Marlton, NJ, experienced a period of unexpected power outages. Like many...

Yahoo! doubles commitment.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(generation of power through Santa Clara Green Power)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... SANTA CLARA, CA -- Yahoo! Inc. has doubled its commitment to clean energy through Santa Clara Green Power, a 100% renewable energy program sponsored by Silicon Valley Power (SVP), the City of Santa Clara's municipal electric utility. This new...

Lee Technologies and APC-MGE form industry alliance.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... WASHINGTON, DC -- Lee Technologies (www.leetechnologies. com) and APC-MGE (www.apc-mge.com) announced the formation of an industry alliance on August 6th designed to serve the growing data center market. Lee Technologies will provide APC-MGE...

Active Power earns Carbon Trust endorsement.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... AUSTIN, TX -- Active Power announced on July 18th that The Carbon Trust listed CleanSource UPS on its Energy Technology Product List (ETPL), part of the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme. Active Power has also earned the privilege of now...

Spotlight on building envelope efficiency upgrades: keep the exterior out.(INDUSTRY TICKER: CURRENT HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS)(building designs must be energy efficient)
September 1, 2007... The term "building envelope" is used to describe the outer elements of a building--foundations, walls, roof, windows, doors, and floors. The composition and interaction of these elements determine the amount of heat that passes through the...