The FFCC-A1 Series Connection Cabinets offer quick connection to a mobile generator (inlet) or load bank (outlet). They can be penetrated from the back or top to allow for facility wiring. These units are equipped with colour coded camlock receptacles allowing easy connection. Assemblies are available wit up to 1200A mains and are certified to cULus standards.
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Test Block
Power outages occur quite often, so it is important to make sure your backup systems are working properly. You should routinely have your standby generators checked by professionals. Since the majority of generator maintenance in preventative, contracts are offered to service and inspect them. You can ask at the time of installation when this testing should be scheduled.
A standard part of preventative generator maintenance is load-bank testing. This ensures that it will function properly when a power outage occurs. The engine’s ability to provide the needed power for an emergency situation is specifically tested. Typically, a generator will run at a lower level than its rated output ability, so this load-bank test creates an artificial load that generates a temperature to test efficiency. This ensures that in an outage, your generator will function properly.
Any generator needs to be tested after installation at periodic intervals so you can be assured it will perform as intended during an outage. The test specifically uses a load that resembles the building’s electricity load to test its efficiency performing at the level required. During this time, if any problems are detected, they can be fixed before the generator will be needed.
With regular use and wear, generators develop carbon buildup or wet stacking in the combustion and exhaust chambers. These problems can end up causing poor performance, and in turn, end up using more oil and fuel. It is better to discover any problems before the generator is actually needed.
Just having the generator running will not be a sufficient test; it needs to run at a full load to ensure its performance during an outage will be efficient. If it is not tested at full load, there will be no guarantee that during an outage, it will perform well, and you could end up without power.
The load-bank tests check for certain functions to be running properly. You want to make sure the engine provides the desired power levels, the alternator provides the right voltage stability, and the control systems are all efficient under the different loads. The tests also check for a stable frequency, oil and fuel pressures, and the overall performance of the system components. It identifies potential weak spots and helps to remove buildup from the pistons.
When it comes to the critical time that your standby load bank for rent will be needed, you want the components to work together efficiently. Professionals perform the load-bank tests for this reason, so it is best to schedule this service at the recommended times. The minimum frequency should be at least annually which will help to extend the life of both the engine and alternator. The performance of this test will give you peace of mind because you will know you are covered when an outage happens.
Load banks are an important asset for any industry to have because they ensure the proper running of equipment in the event of power outages. Specifically, a Load Bank Hire can create a load similar to daily use and test a power source for running efficiency. By imitating the original load, there is no chance of random or unpredictable current. Load banks are a contained system unit that integrates both controls and accessories into one installed location. The power source will supply the power, but the load bank uses this energy to protect and support the power source as well as test it.
There many applications for the load bank, including battery systems, inverters auxiliary and ground power units, engine generators as well as hydro, aircraft and wind generators. Load banks have several purposes across a number of industries.
Engine cell testing: load banks are used to test new engines at varying mechanical loads to ensure that the engines can function efficiently in any circumstances. Dynamometers are used to connect the engine to the load bank and once connected it monitors performance making any adjustments as needed.
Generator cell test: manufacturers of standby generators also test their units with load banks. By using certain loads the endurance and stability of the unit can be measured. If there are any errors, the load bank can calibrate the generator allowing it to meet the desired tolerance and required specifications.
Once generators are installed, it is a good idea to get them tested regularly to make sure they maintain top level performance. Load banks are used to verify generators because they imitate the load of the facility and if there are any problems, they can be identified before the generator is actually needed in an emergency situation.
With regards to diesel generators, load banks are also used to ensure the units can properly consume fuel. When fuel consumption is not optimal, wet-stacking occurs which is the buildup of oils and grease which interferes with generator function and hinders efficiency.
When potential customers want to see the function of a generator, load banks will be used to run them for demonstration purposes. This allows for the identification of a specified performance level, which can then be outlined in any contract for purchase. This way the buyer has written proof of testing and expected performance levels.
Power outages are more common than people think, and they can be a major inconvenience to factories, businesses or any professional or household setting. Using a load bank to test your generator during the year will make sure it can perform at the desired level and keep business going during an outage. Additionally, their use for demonstrations and correcting systems such as turbines and batteries as well as providing optimal loads for primary power sources makes them handy to have around.
Load banks also help to protect internal components of the generator and provide information for any needed repairs. Keeping your standby generator in good condition is a necessity because emergencies can occur at any time.