ASCO Innovative Solutions ASCO Power Technologies Froment |N.J. &Co. Ltd. www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/loadbank ASCO Power Technologies |Avtron Cleveland, 44125 U.S.A. Ohio [email protected] [email protected] Fax: +441780480044 Tel: +441780480033 www.froment.co.uk Fax: 216.573.5953 Easton-on-the-Hill Tel: 216.573.7600 Stamford PE9 3NP 6255 Halle Drive United Kingdom Bulletin 608Rev A

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The proven, market-leading load bank technologies of banks to multiple MVA, we can provide a solution for virtually cost effective solutions to today’s power testing requirements Global Reach Avtron and Froment are a perfect fit with ASCO Power any application. We revolve around your needs, with the which can require high level instrumentation, data capture A dedicated load bank service department is there when Technologies. Combining world-class expertise and technical knowhow to assemble and verification with the ability to link multiple you need them – anywhere in the world. innovation and more than 200 years custom solutions that provide leading load banks of differing capacities or combination Our customer-centric approach total experience, ASCO is your one-stop power test solutions. and controlled from one hand-held terminal or PC. guarantees you receive friendly, partner that offers complete solutions Technology Experience knowledgeable advice and support that you can rely on to solve any power Innovation is at our core, complemented Ninety years combined experience 24/7/365 from a highly trained, testing requirement. by our commitment to build load banks to in load banks is only matched by the technically proficient team. Broadest Portfolio the highest standards – ISO9001, UL/CUL, CSA, CE, IEC, NFPA. 125 years ASCO has been providing power Learn more by downloading a load bank No company in the world can match the depth and Technical leadership includes Sigma control which is sector solutions. Our team of experts has provided countless standard white paper, calling 800-800-ASCO or visiting our webpage breadth of our portfolio. From simple 10 kW portable load leading in simplicity, ease of use, and accuracy. Sigma brings and custom load banks to the industry over the years. at www.emersonnetworkpower.com/loadbank. What is a Load Bank?

A load bank is a device that develops an and applies the load to an electrical power source. Avtron and Froment Brand load banks provide consistent, accurate, measurable, and “Running an with minimal load causes residual fuel buildup, which decreases the efficiency of the engine and reduces the useful life of critical parts.” repeatable electrical loads on a power source. “ - Christopher Wade, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank To help prevent lightly loaded Long term tests - heat runs AVR (automatic voltage AC up to 690V conditions (wet-stacking) on regulator) and governor set up Transient response tests - We have 90 your set Resistive ” block loading New product research and years combined Meet the testing requirements development Reactive (Inductive or Capacitive) experience in Test and verification to ISO 8528 of NFPA 110 - pass or fail Combined (Resistive, Inductive the load bank Power systems commissioning What types and/or Capacitive) industry. Battery capacity testing and acceptance testing of Load DC up to 600V Banks are Battery capacitive testing available? 28VDC ground power unit testing Why use a MV from 3.3 - 15kV load bank? Direct Connect

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Enhance reliability of the power source Help maintain optimum load levels Power Cables Prevents low loading on the power source We have over Reduce downtime Anyone involved with insuring Why choose 125,000 sq. ft. the proper operation of gen-sets Improves life of generator global production or UPS systems should be using a Avtron & Froment Reduces generator maintenance space dedicated load bank for: Elements Load Banks Proven control systems to manufacture of System set-up load banks. Who should Built for rugged and reliable operation Periodic maintenance use a load No cool-down period required Continued verification bank? Our Load Aluminized steel construction Prolonged product life Banks are Controls Widest range of voltage and capacity available Anyone involved in the design, built to manufacture, and sale of gen-sets the highest Accurate load tolerance or UPS systems for: ISO9001 standards UL/CUL Standard off the shelf components Cool Air Intake Product development CSA Continuous duty Final production sign-off CE Customer witness testing IEC NFPA 3 4 Broadest Load Bank Portfolio in the World Avtron and Froment brand load banks offer the widest range of load testing solutions available today. Our Load Banks Revolve around Your Needs From a simple 10 kW portable load to multiple megawatt units, our experience and support make us the worldwide leader in the manufacture of rugged and reliable load banks.

Radiator Lightweight & Portable Resistive Trailer Mounted Inductive/Reactive Combined Container Medium Voltage Direct Current

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Serving Every Application in Every Market

Power Generation Mission Critical Rental Service Oil, Gas, & Nuclear Wind Farms OEMs Government / Military Maritime / Shipyards

5 6 Serving Every Application in Every Market

Applications Our Load Banks Support... Power Generation Mission Critical Rental Service Oil, Gas, & Nuclear

Our Load Banks Achieve... Commissioning and Compliance with State & Commissioning Validate Output Commission Validation of Generator Federal Testing Regulations Nameplate Testing Meet Commissioning Gas Turbines Routine Maintenance 24/7 Reliability, Power Load Data Collection Requirements Supplemental Load Outage Prevention Prevent Wet Stacking Ensure Generator Availability All Season and All Weather Emission Requirements Supplemental Load Meet Min. Standards of ASHE when Grid is unavailable Performance Testing are within Regulations DC Battery Service Generator Verification Black Start Event HVAC Verification

New Product Testing Tactical Generator Testing Test & Verify Primary & Harmonic Testing Quality Control Testing Supplemental Load for Backup Power Validate Output and Verification Deployable Power Nameplate Testing Meet Commissioning Troubleshooting Depot Maintenance of Generators Requirements Ensure Performance Flight Line Testing & Commissioning Inventor Testing Specification Support (400 Hz) Generator Verification

“Prior to building turnover, load bank testing helps insure that electrical genera- tion systems support loads by maintaining voltages and frequencies that meet design criteria. Generally, if they are going to fail, they will fail quickly.” - Joshua Gepner, Environmental Systems Design, Inc. “ Wind Farms OEMs Government/Military Maritime/Shipyards 37 ” 38 “As per National Fire Protection Association Standard 110 (NFPA 110), if you cannot achieve at least 30% load on a unit, you will build up carbon in the system. When you run the units at the higher load, it creates greater temperatures and burns off any carbon that may have built up.” Broadest Load Bank Portfolio in the World “ - Stewart Allen, Citizens Property Insurance Radiator Resistive ” 10-1500 kW 5-6000 kW

Load Bank Series 1000 Load Bank Series 3000 and 4000

Our radiator mounted load banks are designed to be fitted The most popular load bank requests are for purely resis- directly onto diesel generator sets. The load bank utilizes tive models, these apply load in a resistive manner only. the engine cooling air from the generator radiator to cool Our resistive load banks are ruggedly constructed and the load elements. Radiator mounted load banks are de- designed for continuous operation and are available for signed as supplemental loads rated 50-70% of generator all applications including small indoor load test to large kW. We can offer models that allow from 10-1500 kW load outdoor static load tests. We offer a complete power and with this unique design, it is perfect for generator range from 5 kW to over 6000 kW. Our resistive load that consistently light load. banks are CE approved for Europe and also UL approved for use in America. • Indoor or Outdoor Construction • Remote or Local Controls • Wide Voltage Range to Choose From • Roof Mounted Designs are also Available • Various Frequencies Available • Automatic Load Controller (Optional) • Sigma Intelligent Control Available • Remote or Local Controls • Horizontal & Vertical Options Available • Custom Designs Available

Lightweight and Portables Trailer Mounted 5-700 kW 500-5000 kW Load Bank Series 2000 and 3000 Load Bank Series 3000 and 5000 We offer a complete line of lightweight and portable load banks. They are designed and constructed to the highest If you need a load bank that is easily transportable and standards to resist vibration encountered during trans- maneuverable but can still provide a high enough load for portation. Our load banks are lightweight, compact, and your needs, than a trailer-mounted load bank is for you. reliable. Smaller models are available with handy carry Typically used by rental companies, our trailer mounted cases for protection and most models come with casters load banks use the latest load bank technology combined for maneuverability in the tightest spaces. Our lightweight with its superior versatility. and portable load banks are perfect for • Various Voltages and Frequencies Available operators that are testing lower loads • DOT Certified Trailers in a variety of places. • Remote or Local Controls • Dual Voltage • Sigma Intelligent Control Available • Local Controls • Vertical or Horizontal Airflow • Standard Data Logging with • Storage Box, Manual or Electric Cable Reels, Digital Metering and Quick Disconnect Receptacles Available • Designed to Fit through Man Doors and Freight Elevators • Sigma Intelligent Control Available

9 10 “OPS has been buying Froment products for about 8 years. We have over 8 different types across the Froment range from 40kW units to 2.5mVA single units. The quality and reliability of the Froment product has enabled and helped OPS in being the market leader in the UK for load bank testing. “ Broadest Load Bank Portfolio in the World “ - K. Sullivan, Optimum Power Services Inductive/Reactive Medium Voltage ” 400-1875* kVAr 3500-7000 kW

Load Bank Series 6000 and 7000 Load Bank Series 9000

Inductive/Reactive load banks can be used in conjunc- • Wide Voltage Range We are the leading manufacturer of true medium voltage tion with existing resistive load banks for testing AC • Sigma Intelligent load banks. Our units operate at the actual output voltage supplies at non-unity power factors. Generating sets are Control Available of medium voltage generators and do not require large rated at 0.8 so both resistive and induc- • Can link with existing step-down transformers. We also have available the tive load are required. The rise of solar energy and wind resistive load banks conventional load bank with step-down trans- farms has also led to an increase popularity in inductive/ to perform combined former designed to mount on common structural reactive only load testing. load test. skid. Both resistive and resistive/reactive loads *Additional kVAr available upon request. are available with a wide voltage range to suit your needs perfectly. Combined • Direct Connect with NO Transformer 200-6000 kVA • Voltages of 5-15 kV • 50/60 Hertz Frequency Load Bank Series 6000 and 7000 • Remote or Local Controls • Rugged Construction Our combined load banks test both resistive and inductive • Automatic Load Controller (Optional) loads within a single load bank. Manufactured with the highest quality resistive elements and inductors the com- bined load banks will give the precision and longevity you need. Our combined load bank models are available from Direct Current 200-6000 kVA, so if you need a combined load bank of any 150-3500 Amps size then we have you covered.

• Rugged Construction Load Bank Series 2000 thru 4000 • Permanent or Maneuverable • Wide Voltage Available Direct current load banks are the ideal solution for the • Sigma Intelligent Control Available customer that need to test DC generating systems, converters, transformer/rectifier units, battery systems, and controls. The rugged, aluminized steel construction Container ensures a long life and minimal maintenance. We offer a range of both portable and permanent DC load 2000 - 6000 kW / 2000 - 6000 kVA banks from 150-3500 amps with a wide range of voltages available. Load Bank Series 8000 • Permanent and Portable For larger load test, the containerized construction of our • Aluminized Steel Enclosure for load banks is perfect. Not only can they provide a very Superior Corrosion Protection large load capacity, but this construction means it is easily transportable. Our container load banks are available in both resistive only and combined version. Typical containers are available in 10 and 20 foot lengths and specialized control rooms within to keep the components weatherproof and to provide the operator with a safe and secure work area.

• Bespoke ISO Container Construction • Wide Voltage Range • 50/60 Hertz Frequency • Sigma Intelligent Control Available

11 12 “The ability to “daisy chain” load banks is a necessity in the rental industry. It enables the use of multiple units in order to reach higher capacities without the addition of larger units.” Load Bank Control “ - Joe Stonestreet, Comrent International” FEATURES & BENEFITS

MANUAL TOGGLE PLC/DIGITAL SIGMA LT SIGMA LT SIGMA PC SIGMA DECADE SITE LOAD SIGMA SIGMA IHT SIGMA PC SWITCHES CONTROLLER LOCAL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL BASIC SWITCHES CORRECTION MODBUS CONTROLLER SOFTWARE

• Simple straight forward • Ideal for larger direct • Electronically controlled • Color touch screen inter- • Cross platform capability • Load bank mounted • Load control automatically • Allows integration with • Robust Intelligent Hand- • Enhanced load control operation connect medium voltage push buttons face allows simple load between Sigma LT and decade switches for quick preventing the problems PLC, HMI or SCADA held Terminal (IHT) for with transient speed instrumentation data • Ideal for remote and systems • Network “Daisy Chain” selection Sigma 2 and easy load selection associated with light systems and proxy remote remote load control acquisition and reporting extreme locations • Pre program a load profile ability • Allows individual load • For Windows tablet and PC • Perfect for accepting and loading controls operation with full with graphical displays with specific loads and bank control and monitoring rejecting load quickly and • Maintain minimum load on • Can be used over TC/IP for 3-phase instrumentation • Digital metering is often • Display full metered • Daisy chain load banks or including real time data intervals simply when at the load gen-set remote control • Membrane keyboard included for indication instrumentation on 3 x 7 • USB capability control individually such as crest factor, re- bank and back-lit graphic LCD of applied load in amps • Can interface with existing seg LEDs • Robust enclosure • Multi language • Quick response times for covery times and % errors and kW building management unity testing housed in an Industrial • 480/240V • Customizable front-panel system • Link USB interface to link polycarbonate / polyam- over 50 load banks ide enclosure providing window layouts IP65 protection • Graphical, chart and indi- • Supply-on-test properties vidual load test views • Resistive, combined, include ratings, alterna- Standard Load Bank Controls SIGMA LT Load Bank Controls SIGMA 2 Load Bank Controls inductive and capacitive tor, engine, customer and testing additional notes can be Standard load bank controls are perfect for basic load Sigma LT load bank control is the latest product Sigma load control is the leader in simplicity, ease of use and accuracy. Sigma brings saved with test results • Automatic tests tests. The toggle switch design ensures reliability. development from Avtron and Froment. It offers a cost effective solutions to today’s power testing requirements which can require high for future reference or simple and sleek touch screen design and provides template creation • Simple easy to use design level instrumentation, data capture and verification. consistent and reliable testing for resistive load banks. • For basic, resistive load testing • No Need for any pre-calculations • Result data can be printed • Offers automatic load control: allows permanently • Resistive load bank control • Automatic detection senses the supply-on-test or exported to other soft- ware for further analysis installed or radiator mounted load banks to provide • Link up to 25 individual load banks for testing • Quick start wizard allows easy setup of load via % load, power factor and time load levelling • Transfer data on USB stick for analysis • Load steps down to 0.1kW or 0.1kVAr with adjustable leading and lagging power factor • Certification to ISO8528 • Accept and reject load from individual load banks • Adaptive and Predictive load-correction facility ensures the correct load is applied even • Stand alone and daisy chain load tests if the voltage drops • Available with hand-held remote control • Transient load tests, results analysed and reported • Full 3 phase instrumentation • Automatic load control provides multiple timed load steps including cyclic testing • Manual control via selection of kW, % load, or kVA and power factor • Link multiple Sigma load banks and control from one IHT or PC • Commissioning and verification to ISO8528 13 14 Load Bank Quality at Work Load Bank Service & Support

Resistive, Inductive, Combined, Portable, Avtron and Froment Services are much more than DC, and Medium Voltage models a “service department”. We are a self-sufficient organization offering a broad range of services, Custom builds to specifications We are there 24/7/365 products, and solutions. when you Large range of capacities Support • Commissioning need us Huge selection of option adders • Periodic scheduled maintenance of equipment Choice • Technology upgrades to legacy systems • Modifications in system operation • On-going customer training • Access to the latest development including Professional and creative design engineers parts and equipment The best software for superior results Customer centric service puts your needs first Innovative problems solving skills Worldwide Service & Support Unrivaled product knowledge

Design Please have the following information to supply to your regional sales 90 years combined experience in manager for us to provide you with a fast turnaround on a manufacture of load banks load bank quote. Manufactured 1000’s of • Applied Voltage(s) or Frequency standard & custom load banks Help Us to • Resistive, Reactive, or DC Worldwide presence in Help You all markets • Portable or Permanent Installation • Capacity Experience Avtron & Froment • Load Step Resolution Load Banks • Blower Voltage Requirements • Internal and/or External Control Power Build • Indoor or Outdoor Service The latest and greatest • Core Dimensions and Air Flow for radiator mounted applications construction technology Superior quality materials Talented and highly skilled engineers State-of-the-art production techniques “Routine load bank testing ensures generator set performance during an emergency. Such testing means facilities executives may uncover system defects that may not be found otherwise Knowledge until a power outage. Discovering them during testing allows any necessary repairs to be made before the facility has a critical need.” Rigorously trained staff “ - Kurt Summers, Austin Generator Service Awareness of customer needs Service

Global sales teams Dedicated load bank Product proficiency service department Global presence ” Friendly advice and support 24/7 support

15 16 17 1947

Froment founded by N J Froment 1950 Company Timeline 1953

1 Avtron founded by Dwain Fritz, P.E.

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Avtron begins manu- 5

facture of load banks. 5 1960 1960 First load bank (250 kW) designed for 400 Hz Jet Aircraft Test Stand

Developed first multi-voltage (AC & 1967 DC), multi-frequency (50, 60, 400 Hz) trailer 1970 mounted load bank

1

9 Manufactured first

7 3 radiator mounted load bank

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Manufactured first high 9 7

1979 capacity (400 kW) 9 First mobile load bank portable load bank 1980 (1200 kW) designed for 1980 First high capacity (750 kW) major mining company permanent installed load bank

1

9 Introduced the

8 1 3 Avtron Helidyne

Froment begins 9 resistive load element.

8 manufacture of 5 load banks 1990 1993 First to offer UL listed Developed first true 1

9 permanent load banks direct connect (no step 9

down transformer) 4 1995 medium voltage load bank 1995 Introduced Sigma Intelligent First monocoque load Load Bank Control System banks are launched

1997 1

Began to offer complete line 9 Sigma Intelligent

of neutral grounding and 9 7 Hand-Held Terminal industrial launched 1

Manufacture SIGMA 9 9

Control Resistive/Reactive 8 Container Load Bank

5MW, Medium Voltage Load Bank 1 1999 sold to Social Security Admin- 9

Sigma PC Software launched 9 istration. The load bank used in 9 conjunction with a backup generator to insure personal data is secure

2000 3MW resistive load 2000 2

Sigma Instrumentation System 0 bank used at NASDAQ

0 launched for direct supply on test 0 as supplemental load to instrumentation insure power is constant for trading

2 2001

Additional combined 0 After 9/11, the White House chose

0 (resistive/reactive) Froment 1 Avtron load bank for their mobile models are launched communications activities

Additional user benefits 2002 added to Sigma Hand-Held Terminal 2 2

Introduced line of suit- 0 0 Modbus connec-

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case-style high capacity 3 3 tivity launched portable load banks for load bank

Released PC based diagnostics, 2005 configuration, and calibration application USMC awarded Avtron a 2

0 contract for 300+ por- 0

2 7 table load banks to help 0

Sigma 2 Control 0 support their worldwide

System Released 8 deployments

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Developed first multi- 0

0 voltage rack server 9

(10 kW) load simulator 2010 2010 Avtron acquires Froment 2011 Interactive HMI interface launched for container products 2012 Avtron and Froment become brands of ASCO Power Technologies 2

Introduced Network Capable 0

1 (i.e. Daisy Chain) 150 kW 4 Portable Load Bank 18