Load Banks ASCO Power Technologies | Avtron 6255 Halle Drive Cleveland, Ohio 44125 U.S.A. Tel: 216.573.7600 Fax: 216.573.5953 www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/loadbank [email protected] ASCO Power Technologies | N.J. Froment & Co. Ltd. Easton-on-the-Hill Stamford PE9 3NP United Kingdom Image Area Tel: +44 1780 480033 Fax: +44 1780 480044 www.froment.co.uk [email protected] The global leader in load banks. Bulletin 608 Rev A ASCO Innovative Solutions The combination of ASCO, Avtron and Froment. The global leader in load banks. We’ve put all the pieces together. 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 electrical load and applies the load to an electrical power source. Avtron and Froment Brand load banks provide consistent, accurate, measurable, and “Running an engine 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 diesel generator 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 Generator Step Down Transformer electrical power source Hot Air Exhaust 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 SIGMA 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