Emergency Power

Hurricane Dolores Growing Stronger: Are You Prepared?

Lesleyanne Daniels
Durricane Dolores
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Hurricane season is in full swing as Dolores gains strength and moves south of the Mexican Pacific coast. The storm is expected to be classified as a major hurricane (Category 3 or above) using the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale, within the next few days, as Dolores continues to grow.  At this time, the storm is moving west-northwest at a steady 5-10 miles per hour and is not expected to make landfall. The storm is causing high surf conditions, rip tides and heavy rains as it moves along the Pacific coast.

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ESL to Exhibit at the 2015 American Society for Healthcare Engineering Annual Conference and Technical Exhibition

Lesleyanne Daniels
ESL ASHE Annual Conference
ESL is presenting their emergency backup power solutions to the American Society of Healthcare Engineering

Emergency backup power planning is at the heart of designing for critical facilities such as hospitals and data centers. Engineers have much to consider when they design hospitals and buildings that are intended to provide critical care to those in need. This weekend, ESL Power Systems, Inc. will be bringing a few of their emergency backup power solutions to Boston and speak to those attending the American Society of Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) Annual Conference and Technical Exhibition.

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ESL Featured in Water Efficiency Magazine: Keeping the Pumps Going When the Lights Go Out

Lesleyanne Daniels
Water Efficiency Magazine ESL Power Systems, Inc.
ESL’s emergency backup power solutions were featured in this month’s issue of Water Efficiency Magazine.

When emergencies or natural disasters occur, preparation can really pay off. Ensuring that water utilities remain operational is a big concern for cities and utility companies. Recently, ESL Power Systems, Inc. was featured in an article written by William Atkinson of Water Efficiency Magazine, focusing on “Keeping the Pumps Running When the Lights Go Out.” There are several strategies to consider to ensure that water utilities will continue to function should your geographic area suffer from power failure. In addition to using efficient pumps, conducting energy audits and proper maintenance, you must also arrange for backup power sources.

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Is your Manual Transfer Switch really UL Listed?

Erika Thorson
UL Listed Manual Transfer Switch
ESL’s UL 1008 Listed StormSwitch

If you purchase or specify manual or automatic transfer switches, the subject of UL 1008 is bound to come up at some point. The UL 1008 listing is not just a performance standard, it is a design and construction standard in the industry.  In order to receive a UL 1008 listing, a transfer switch requires rigorous testing by an independent certification agency.  The certification is aimed at ensuring durability, reliability and safety during operation, and while this is an important listing, it is not truly understood by many.

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2015 Hurricane Predictions Announced! How’s Your Emergency Back-Up Power?

2015 Hurricane Predictions Announced! How’s Your Emergency Back-Up Power?

Lesleyanne Daniels

Hurricane Katrina NASA

On April 22nd, predictions were announced for the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season. The Weather Channel says that we can expect a total of nine named storms and five hurricanes which is below the historical averages. The 30-year average is 12 named storms and six hurricanes, including three major hurricanes (meaning a Category 3 or stronger).
Meteorologist Dr. Todd Crawford of The Weather Channel Professional Division says, “Both the dynamical models and our proprietary statistical models suggest a relatively quiet tropical season this year.” Read more →