In these technical papers, Cummins Power Generation experts share their insights on technology trends, specialized power applications, and other power generation topics. New technical papers will be added regularly, so please check this page often.
Our application experts have also compiled detailed manuals to assist you in identifying potential problems, and to help with the design of peripheral systems vital to the correct functioning of the generator. To learn more visit our Application Engineering Manuals.
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Recent Technical Papers:
- Reliability Considerations in Simple Paralleling Applications (GLPT-5590-EN, 202kb)
- Definition of effective metrics for evaluating the efficiency of hybrid power systems at telecom cell sites (NAPT–5516–EN, 396kb)
- Choosing the right emission standard and the right technology for emergency standby power systems (PT–9021, 634kb)
- Power System Considerations for Cell Tower Applications (PT–9019, 460kb)
- Design for safety and reliability – appropriate connection provisions for generator sets (PT–9018, 498kb)
- Paralleling Dissimilar Generators, part 1: An Overview (PT–9015, 652kb)
- Paralleling Dissimilar Generators, part 2: Compatible Alternators (PT–9016, 970kb)
- Paralleling Dissimilar Generators, part 3: Load Sharing Compatibility (PT–9017, 697kb)
- Seismic Certification and Preapproval of Emergency Power Generation Equipment for California Healthcare Facilities (PT–9012, 425kb)
- Bar-wound versus wire-wound alternators (PT–9013, 315kb)
- Automatic Transfer Switch Applications for MRI Equipment (PT–9011, 325kb)
- The Impact of Tier 4 Emission Regulations
on the Power Generation Industry (PT–9010, 1.77MB)
- EPA emission regulations
The transition to ultra-low sulfur diesel (PT–9009, 81.5kb)
- In-skid anti-vibration mount (AVM) (PT–9008, 200kb)
- Ambient temperature vs.
air on core (AOC) temperature (PT–9007, 399kb)
- Maximizing generator set performance via gains tuning (PT–9006, 143kb)
- Hidden dangers when applying 30-cycle rated transfer switches (PT–9005, 584kb)
More Technical Papers:
- EPA Emission Regulations: What they mean for diesel powered generating systems (PT–9001, 598kb)
- Application of lean-burn gas generator sets in standby service (PT–9002, 1.8MB)
- An Introduction to SmartGrid (PT–9003, 1.9MB)
- Understanding EPA NSPS emissions regulations for stationary spark ignited engines (PT–8003, 468kb)
- Installation considerations for IBC compliant generator sets (PT–8001, 1.5MB)
- IBC requirements for power generator sets (PT–8002, 1MB)
- Transfer switch set up for reliability and efficiency, part 1: Transfer switch operation sequences (PT–7016-1, 172kb)
- Transfer switch set up for reliability and efficiency, part 2: Characteristics of power failures (PT–7016-2, 110kb)
- Transfer switch set up for reliability and efficiency, part 3: ATS settings for best operation (PT–7016-3, 534kb)
- Flexible interconnections for generator set AC power cables and conduits (PT–6011, 207kb)
- Bypass transfer switch mechanisms (PT–6013, 559kb)
- Generator set and UPS compatibility (PT–6014, 538kb)
- Sizing recommendations for fire pump applications (PT–6010, 132kb)
- Generator set noise solutions: Controlling unwanted noise from on–site power systems (PT–7015, 705kb)
- Protecting your power: Specifying outdoor generator enclosures (PT–7014, 1.1MB)
- Lessons in emergency power preparedness: Planning in the wake of Katrina (PT–7006, 345kb)
- Alternator protection, part one: Understanding code requirements (PT–6002-1, 216kb)
- Alternator protection, part two: Overload protection alternatives (PT–6002-2, 270kb)
- Alternator protection, part three: Generator set disconnect requirements (PT–6002-3, 412kb)
- Calculating generator reactances (PT–6008, 163kb)
- The case for waste to energy: Utilizing low–BTU reciprocating gas engine generators (PT–6015, 229kb)
- Digital control technology enhances power system reliability and performance (PT–7002, 312kb)
- Economic risk assessment drives standby power system decisions (PT–7005, 210kb)
- Evaluating cogeneration for your facility (GLPT-5660-EN, 823kb)
- Grounding of AC generators and switching the neutral in emergency and standby power systems, part one (PT–6005, 257kb)
- Grounding of AC generators and switching the neutral in emergency and standby power systems, part two (PT–6006, 380kb)
- How to size a genset: Proper generator set sizing requires analysis of parameters and loads (PT–7007, 469kb)
- Guidelines for ATS selection: How to choose the right transfer solution for your power application (PT–7012, 479kb)
- Impact of leading power factor loads on synchronous alternators (PT–6001, 196kb, Inglés versión)
- Lean–burn engine technology increases efficiency, reduces NOx emissions (PT–7009, 139kb)
- Maintenance is one key to diesel generator set reliability (PT–7004, 160kb)
- Rated power factor tests and installation acceptance of emergency and standby power systems (PT–6004, 164kb)
- Understanding Cummins Power Generation’s suggested specifications for motor starting (PT–6000, 197kb)
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