Michael Kirchner, Generac Power Systems, Waukesha, Wis.
Articles
Continuing standby power education
Knowledge is power when designing standby power systems.
Understanding backup power system fuel choices
While diesel remains popular as a fuel supply, engineers have several additional fuel options from which to choose.
Providing reliable data center backup power
A Tier III data center upgrades its backup power system to provide continuous operation.
Enhancing emergency power
Hospital emergency power systems must be reliable, scaleable, and cost-effective in order to work for extended periods.
Fueling standby power options
Diesel benefits and drawbacks Historically, diesel-fueled generators have dominated the market for larger industrial and commercial standby generators—those with outputs above 125 kW—by offering a significant first-cost advantage over similarly sized natural-gas units. However, this savings comes with its own premium: diesel designs require a steady fuel supply, which can become a p...