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on-peakperformance <<<<<<<<<<<<<< NOVEMBER 2008 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT CONTENTS FEATURES 4 9 he Electrical Generating Systems Assn. (EGSA) is a global organization with member companies involved in the generation, transmission, storage, and control of electrical power not directly supplied by public utilities. It is our pleasure to work with Consulting-Specifying Engineer once again to bring you this special supplement focusing on On-Site Power. Our industry continues to grow in complexity, and our association is committed to continuing to provide quality educational programs to our members, their employees, and the industry at large. These efforts include our Generator Technician Certification Program—the industry’s first Technician Certification Program—and our highly successful and popular On-Site Power Schools. Our Basic Power School offers a general, but still technical, overview of On-Site Power Generation equipment. The Advanced Power School offers more highly technical and in-depth coverage of the equipment. Our Generator Technician Certification Program uses rigorous testing to identify technicians with the requisite knowledge and skill to troubleshoot, service, and maintain today’s complex—and expensive—On-Site Power Systems. After all, end-users don’t want just anybody to install and maintain their equipment. They want to be confident that all work has been performed by qualified personnel. Likewise, suppliers want assurance that routine maintenance and repairs are being performed by skilled technicians to guard against unnecessary returns or warranty repairs. It has been said that knowledge is power. The insights you’ll gain from the pages of this supplemental issue of On-Peak Performance will certainly energize you and leave you armed with the latest information on how On-Site Power is continuing to evolve and thrive. Each of these articles has been prepared by an EGSA-member firm, all of whom are experts, squarely positioned on the cutting edge of this rapidly growing field. We hope you find the information presented here to be practical, informative, and applicable. If you would like to learn more about EGSA and OnSite Power, or you would like complete information on EGSA’s On-Site Power Schools, please visit our website at www.egsa.org or call us at 561-750-5575. T Fueling standby power options New technologies offer the option of diesel, natural gas, or a bi-fuel hybrid. Choosing the right battery Balance first cost and long-term reliability when selecting a battery for your dc backup systems. 14 Getting particular with particulates By specifying generator sets properly, engineers can reduce particulates from the exhaust of stationary diesels. 19 Preheating for savings Using forced-circulation preheaters instead of thermosiphon preheaters can reduce electrical consumption 25% to 36%. This provides another energy-saving strategy when specifying heaters for new gensets or upgrading heaters on existing installations. 23 Mission critical power backup A New York healthcare network offers a glimpse of the future of backup power. 30 EGSA: The voice of the on-site power generating industry Cover photo courtesy of Generac Power Systems ON-PEAK PERFORMANCE is published by Consulting-Specifying Engineer (CSE) in association with the Electrical Generating Systems Assn. (EGSA), www.egsa.org. CSE Administrative Office: 2000 Clearwater Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523, Phone: (630) 288-8780, www.csemag.com. ON-PEAK PERFORMANCE is a supplement mailed with the CSE November 2008 issue. Publisher: Jim Langhenry, Custom Publishing Manager: Elena Moeller-Younger. (RBI-US). Inquiries regarding ON-PEAK PERFORMANCE should be directed to: Michael Ivanovich, Chief Editor, Phone: (630) 288-8150. Postmaster: send address changes to CONSULTING-SPECIFYING ENGINEER, P.O. Box 7500, Highlands Ranch, CO 80163-7500. Reed Business Information does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions in the material contained herein, regardless of whether such errors result from negligence, accident or any other cause whatsoever. Reed Business Information: Specialized Business Publications and Market Intelligence for Building & Construction, Interior Design, Lodging and Foodservice, Engineering, Entertainment, Furniture Manufacturing/Retail Furnishings, Manufacturing, Medical/ Scientific and Processing, Publishing, Printing and Packaging. november2008 3 http://www.egsa.org http://www.csemag.com http://www.egsa.org

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