Battery energy storage: Ensuring power reliability at net zero 

Utilities and grid operators are keenly interested in battery energy storage systems to support the supplementation and eventual replacement by renewables of fossil fuel generation sources. In recent years, the market for battery energy storage systems has grown to include additional applications such as industrial power backup systems, support for EV charging, and even residential and commercial applications.

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short circuit current ratings

4 Steps to calculate short circuit current ratings in industrial control panels

short circuit current ratings

Frank Basciano
Global Product Manager

This is an update of a 2020 article written by Marcelo E. Valdes, PE, IEEE Fellow Applications Eng. Manager
ABB Electrification Business

Short circuit current ratings (SCCR) are a critical specification when designing industrial control panels. Determining the appropriate SCCR actually requires no calculations. Instead, there is a simple, four-step process to follow.

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Demystifying the UL 1008 testing requirements and ATS ratings

The UL 1008 Standard for Safety – Transfer Switch Equipment encompasses stringent testing for reliable operation under various conditions. This standard helps OEMs and panel builders optimize product safety and performance in critical power applications.

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How Car Wash Operators and OEMs Utilize Technology to Improve Safety and Sustainability

How car wash operators and OEMs utilize technology to improve safety and sustainability

Modern car washes use cutting-edge technologies and eco-friendly methods to enhance safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, contributing to greater profitability. Let’s go behind the scenes to see how advanced, intelligent equipment can help today’s car wash businesses achieve their goals.

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7 Reasons businesses choose hybrid gensets 

Hybrid gensets blend traditional and alternative energy, offering businesses reduced emissions, fuel savings, reliability, and lower operational costs, aligning with green and cost-efficiency goals.

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Capture new opportunities in the growing small power-generation systems market

Smaller-scale power generation systems are creating new opportunities for OEMs and panel builders. But they need to understand the unique feature that generator breakers must include.

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Apps build both safety and a path toward digitalization

The apps available to monitor, manage, and maintain power control and protection devices offer instant benefits to both panel builders and end users. These apps also represent a simple but strong first step toward digitalization. 

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ATS critical power application

New automatic transfer switch technology enables panel builders and OEMs to expand project opportunities

The size and complexity of traditional, multi-component automatic transfer switches created issues for panel builders and OEMs. But today, there are compact, all-in-one switch solutions that open the door to new applications and markets. 

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UL 98 vs. UL 508 disconnect switches – Choose wisely

UL 98 or UL 508 disconnect switches? Panel builders and OEMs often make poor choices, resulting in project delays and increased costs. What do you need to know when selecting the right switch for your application?

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Semiconductor manufacturing facility. Application of MCBs.

The basics of trip curves for panel builders

A critical but often confusing characteristic of miniature circuit breakers are trip curves. Knowing the basics of trip curves can ensure selecting the lowest-cost breaker that will provide the needed protection without nuisance tripping. 

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