Fire protection systems for air-cooled hydroelectric generators have several special requirements due to these generators’ unique geometries. This survey of options will help plant owners and ...

The U.S. generator protection relay market was valued at USD 0.61 billion in 2025 and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.44% from 2026 to 2035, reaching USD 1.04 billion. Growth is supported by power ...

The mention of automatic sprinkler protection for steam turbine generators may evoke disagreement from operations personnel and turbine manufacturers. Typical objections include not using water to ...

REED CITY, MI – Smart Power has introduced an exciting and powerful control system for its generators using a SAE J1939 approved format that integrates with a vehicle's multiplexing system. John ...

Upgrading automation systems can often extend the life of power generation facilities by decades while reducing downtime, improving operations, and reducing required maintenance. The Maggotty plant in ...

The design of a generator system requires many hours of detailed planning with the goal of creating an extremely reliable backup power source. Properly installed, the ...

Portable fuel-based generators must operate outside, even during storms, because they emit dangerous exhaust fumes, including carbon monoxide (CO). It’s essential to protect your generator from severe ...

Fire protection systems are sometimes viewed as a “black hole” by power generation engineering, operations and maintenance personnel. The main reason is that major fires are a rare event and the ...

Q. I remember reading an article you wrote last year about standby generators. Well, this winter I lost power during one of the larger storms, and now I’m very interested in having one installed. What ...