Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis (MD&A) was retained by a utility to perform a stub-shaft repair of a generator rotor collector-end shaft. The customer reported that the generator rotor had suffered a ...

Tropical Storm Isaias swept through Massachusetts on Tuesday and has left hundreds of thousands of households without power. If you work from home, you need electricity to do your job effectively and ...

When turbine generators were first introduced more than 100 years ago, they were cooled by air. However, as unit output increased there became a need for more efficient cooling. This led to the ...

So, you’ve decided to buy a generator. Generators are a fantastic way to ensure power during blackouts and help to provide power to places where electrical service is not an option. If you’re doing a ...

Article 445 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) provides the electrical installation requirements that apply specifically to generators. A generator is basically a motor that is driven by a motive ...

When the power goes out, whether due to a hurricane, heat stress on the power grid, or just one downed tree, a generator can be a lifesaver. Because of this, you should regularly check and maintain ...