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Top CSE articles in the past week covered topics including medium-voltage distribution systems, hydronic heating systems and EV charging stations

By Anna Steingruber November 17, 2023
Figure 2: Surge arrestor connected to the medium-voltage side of an outdoor pad-mounted transformer. Courtesy: CDM Smith

Top CSE articles in the past week covered topics including medium-voltage distribution systems, hydronic heating systems and EV charging stations.

1. Back to basics: How to design medium-voltage distribution systems

When designing a medium-voltage electrical distribution system, the end user’s safety, system reliability and equipment maintainability are key components for the designer to consider.

2. Hydronic heating systems: How can you save by lowering the water temperature?

Lowering the temperature of heating hot water systems is a key step toward decreasing energy used to heat buildings, and toward decarbonization and electrification.

3. How to use best practices to illuminate a NICU

New guidelines address the complex lighting needs of newborn infants, birthing women, family members and hospital staff.

4. Brandon Reynolds on electrical vehicle charging stations (part one) 

Electrical vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, making electrical vehicle charging stations an important addition to many projects. Brandon Reynolds, associate for Peter Basso Associates talks about charging station options, compatibility and what businesses should look for in new projects. This is part one of a three part series on electrical vehicles.

5. Definitions, codes and standards for medium-voltage systems

Understand the definitions related to medium-voltage (MV) systems, as well as other voltages.


Author Bio: Associate editor, CFE Media and Technology