Video: Transformers, uninterruptible power supplies and switchgear

Engineers should know the design concepts for selecting and sizing transformers, uninterruptible power supplies and switchgear to help achieve energy efficiency in various facilities

By Consulting-Specifying Engineer October 12, 2023
Courtesy: CFE Media and Technology

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand how an electrical system distributes energy and what components are major factors.
  • Know the advances in transformers, uninterruptible power supplies and switchgear.
  • Learn about various methods and designs to improve efficiency and save on energy costs.
  • Hear about projects in which one or more of these systems was specified to meet critical power needs.

Engineers should know the design concepts for selecting and sizing transformers, uninterruptible power supplies and switchgear to help achieve energy efficiency in various facilities, including data centers, hospitals and other buildings that require this equipment.

Presenters:

  • Danna Jensen, PE, LEED AP BD+C, Principal, Certus Consulting Engineers, Carrollton, Texas
  • Richard A. Vedvik, PE, Senior Electrical Engineer/Acoustics Engineer/Senior Associate, IMEG Corp., Rock Island, Ill.