Power Bytes

PM vs IE Alternators and What You Need To Know

Caterpillar has recently published a white paper on the subject titled :  CAT® INTERNALLY EXCITED (IE) ALTERNATORS.  Joining us today from his home in Northern Ireland via the Cat Electric Power Hotline is the paper's author - Roger Rosborough.  Roger has a Masters and PhD in Engineering from Queens University in Belfast N. Ireland and has16 years experience with Caterpillar working in Mechanical Design, the Technology department developing cooling systems and most recently as a Marketing  Industry Consultant.Today we'll be discussing why, in most cases, Cat's IE alternator should be given equal consideration to most PM alternators.Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Excitation Systems: The Basics

Today we speak with our resident application specialist Bryan Snyder about the basics of excitation systems for Generator Sets.  Feedback?  Write to us at Powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Customer First: Cat’s CVA Offering

In these most uncertain times we all are looking for things that bring us a sense of stability and confidence.  Today we are going to be talking about why Caterpillar's  Customer Value Agreements can help. Joining me today from his home in Dubai is Andrew Haroun:  Andrew has Master's degree from Purdue university and has held a number of positions at Caterpillar during his 16 year journey with the company.Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Increase the efficiency of your facility through CHP

In this episode of Powerbytes, Mike Gemolva is our special guest to walk us through what's new in the area of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or Cogeneration. Most importantly how users can save money by increasing efficiency by utilizing these methods.  Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Safety in Mind With Genset Design

Today's episode is a unique look into the Safety Culture at Caterpillar and how it transcends beyond employees to products and end-users.  Safety - It's designed in.Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Paralleling Gensets? What happens When Communication is Interrupted?

In this episode, we'll go through a couple of scenarios and discuss Cat's patented paralleling failsafe mode. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Advanced Control Features in Genset Controllers

Vic Williams joins Power Bytes to discuss some important features available in the Cat Genset Controller.  Please send us feedback at powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Generator Set Overcurrent Protection

Today we discuss overcurrent protection capabilities in Cat's Genset Controller with Bryan Snyder. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

World Class Generator Set Sizing Tool

Get an inside look at the latest updates to SpecSizer. We'll talk about the work, customer insights and more. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Connecting Critical Power Assets

Today we speak with Magy Kramer about how Caterpillar is executing it's digital plan and connecting critical power equipment. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.comEmail us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/