Vol. 3, No. 1
January, 2009

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Welcome to the Power Topics e–Newsletter

Cummins Power Generation is the world’s only provider of pre–integrated PowerCommand® commercial power systems — from standby/emergency systems to multi–megawatt utility peaking facilities to sophisticated cogeneration applications.

Each issue of the Power Topics e–Newsletter will feature updates on our latest products, whitepapers and power solutions.

Power topic #6013: Bypass transfer switch mechanisms

By Gary Olson, Director, Power Systems Development

This paper describes the configuration and operation of commercially available bypass isolation transfer switches. It also describes
major advantages and disadvantages of these designs. This overview looks at facility design considerations that should be made when applying these devices.

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Case History: Orange County Convention Center — United States

Cummins Power Generation provided an unconventional solution for standby power for the Center’s latest, 2.8 million square foot, expansion. The standby system is located in a separate building one–half mile from the addition. Generators are connected by a high–voltage, underground power line (15 kV) to minimize line losses; and communication with the 72 automatic transfer switches is carried out over a fiber–optic cable system.

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Automatic transfer switches — Reliable, flexible and dependable.

PowerCommand® transfer switches optimize system reliability and performance, reduce maintenance costs and enhance your entire
system with unique capabilities. PowerCommand® automatic transfer switches feature microprocessor–based control technology for easy operation and robust, high–contact–force design to withstand thousands of switching cycles, ensuring reliable operation and service.

To learn more about our comprehensive range of transfer switches, please click here.

Keep your Power Suite software up–to–date

If you are a user of our Power Suite software, you can keep it up–to–date by downloading and installing the latest software updates. These software updates ensure that your GenSize data is current by adding new and deleting obsolete models.

To check for the latest updates, please check the Power Suite Web Center page located at:

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