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How to Specify: Simplex Mini SmartPump

Mini SmartPump

A Simplex Mini SmartPump (Model MSP) allows remote filling of one or more diesel fuel tanks. The Mini SmartPump fuel fill station includes a built-in fuel transfer pump, and is FDEP-approved (EQ#706) for leak detection, spill containment and overfill prevention. It is designed to deliver fuel to tanks located above-grade and beyond the pumping capabilities … Read more

How to Specify: Simplex Compact Automatic FuelPort

A Simplex Compact Automatic FuelPort (Model CAFP) allows remote filling of one or more diesel fuel tanks. The CAFP fuel fill station is FDEP-approved (EQ#706) for leak detection, spill containment and overfill prevention. It is designed for wall or rack mounting, and is available in standard carbon steel or stainless steel construction. Here are our … Read more

Medium Voltage Load Banks & Step-down Transformers

Mars-HV

Simplex’s load bank product line includes equipment designed for use in medium voltage power generation applications. These medium voltage load banks use step-down transformers to provide safe and reliable operation for the owner. While other manufacturers offer load banks that accept direct application of medium voltage, Simplex prefers the use of a transformer. Here’s why…

Withstand Ratings and Lake Shore Electric Automatic Transfer Switches

Lake Shore Electric ATS

Interrupting ratings are the highest current at rated voltage that a device is intended to interrupt under standard test conditions. Withstand ratings are the highest current at rated voltage that a device is intended to carry under standard test conditions. When applied to automatic transfer switches, these ratings become the highest rated current that the transfer … Read more

Announcing: Emergency Power Symposium Aug. 20-21, 2015

Fuel Technologies International‘s Emergency Power Design Reliability Symposium will be held August 20-21, 2015 in Palm Springs, CA. This symposium is directed to engineers and facility managers concerned with the operation of emergency/backup power systems and fire pumps. Registration is limited to 30 attendees. Information on schedule and CEU credits can be found here.