It is the policy of Michigan Technological University that all equipment be locked out during servicing and/or maintenance work to protect against accidental or inadvertent activation which could ...

Over the past decade, those of us in the power industry have witnessed a remarkable transformation. Power needs have not only grown, but with each generation they have advanced — driven by smarter ...

Energy is useful. If controlled correctly it can create value and be put to good use. However, it is, by its very thermodynamic nature, potentially harmful and must be carefully contained within the ...

As energy costs continue to soar across the United States, both government officials and private sectors are seeking ...

Caterpillar expands its energy control lineup with the new ECS 300 and ECS 400 systems, offering scalable power management for sites using generators, renewables and battery storage. Caterpillar has ...

In today’s world, motors are ubiquitous, powering everything from household appliances to industrial machinery. The importance of optimizing motor control for energy efficiency cannot be overstated, ...

OSHA's lockout/tagout standard, 29 CFR 1910.147, explains exactly why employees must be trained. It also requires different levels of training for three categories of employees. Failing to train ...

For most sites, heating and cooling (including space/process heating, hot water, ovens and dryers) account for most of the consumption. Turning down a single degree, sequencing heat intelligently, or ...