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Examining the Move Towards Electrified Rubber Tire Gantries

April 22, 2013August 23, 2017Erika Thorson

Traditionally, Rubber Tire Gantries (RTGs) have been operated by diesel fuel. However, with the rising cost of fuel there has been a shift toward running RTGs on electrical power. In addition to reduced emissions, utilizing Electrified Rubber Tire Gantries can reduce fuel consumption by as much as 95% according to a recent article published by World Cargo News. Many ports that have implemented ERTGs are seeing a decrease in maintenance expenditures around 30% less than those that are fuel operated. Additional savings have also been reported on operating costs and communication/monitoring data systems. A shift toward this proven and reliable electrical system has been seen more and more in new ports across the world.

Tips to Perform Maintenance Checks on Reefer Outlets

January 8, 2013August 23, 2017David Hellmers

One thing many of us have in common is the tendency to procrastinate – like avoiding trips to the dentist. As we all know, not routinely taking care of those chompers will more than likely result in added cost and agony later down the road, but we still might choose to skip the appointment. Neglecting to routinely maintain electrical equipment, such as reefer outlets, can also result is the same negative consequences – added cost and severe pain.

ESL Launches Spanish Website

December 20, 2012August 23, 2017Carlos Valero

ESL Power Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of our Spanish-language website.

The web is a powerful tool that has expanded the reach of internet users and created opportunities where they may never have existed before. With a leading position in Latin American and our global presence expanding, we believe the launch of our Spanish-language version of eslpwr.com will further strengthen engagement with our customers and enable them to maximize the tools available online in their primary language. Read more →

6-Ways to Select a Manual Transfer Switch

December 4, 2012August 23, 2017Erika Thorson

One does not have to go back very far to discover the riveting devastation numerous natural disasters have left in their wake. From Katrina washing over the gulf coast to severe snow storms freezing power lines across the Midwest to the most recent visit from Sandy which left over 8 million people without power, the increasing severity and frequency of inclement weather is matched by our growing reliance on the power grid infrastructure.

First Day of Middle School for a Child with Type 1 Diabetes

October 23, 2012March 17, 2017Michael Hellmers

For an 11 year-old girl heading off to middle school for the first time is a big deal in and of itself. Excitement, anticipation, and fear are all typical emotions kids experience that first day of school. For a child with type 1 diabetes (T1D), there is even more to consider with the number of teachers increasing from one to five.