Power Bytes

Whether you're streamlining operations, embracing new technologies, or staying informed, Power Bytes is your go-to source. Join us as we chat with industry experts, offering exclusive insights into the power sector and beyond. We explore innovations shaping the future and the resources you need to succeed.

Welcome to Power Bytes – where energy meets innovation! 

Episodes

Oct 14, 2020

11 min

This episode focused on a technology that is growing in popularity.  It's called Dynamic Gas Blending or DGB.  Joining me today to talk about DGB is Graeme Mawhinney.**Note: “3516B Series DGB generator set models and associated DGB retrofit kits are not suitable for use in EPA regulated territories” Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Sep 30, 2020

12 min

Great conversation with Marc Godwin of Cat's Switchgear operation.  What you need to know when choosing a switchgear partner.  Feedback?  Write 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/

Aug 26, 2020

11 min

 I'm so happy to have a returning guest with us today.  Joining us via the Cat Electric Power Hotline is Magy Kramer.  For veteran listeners you'll recognize Magy from our episode on "Connecting Critical Devices".  Magy is back with us to discuss some critical items to look for when choosing your connectivity solution.Email us: powerbytes@cat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar.Electric.Power/

Aug 17, 2020

10 min

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/

Aug 3, 2020

8 min

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/

Jul 24, 2020

8 min

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/

Jun 26, 2020

9 min

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/

Jun 1, 2020

8 min

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/

May 15, 2020

12 min

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/

May 4, 2020

11 min

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/

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