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5 Simple Steps to Resilient Standby Power

In today’s world, resilient standby power is essential for both individuals and businesses alike. Power outages can occur due to various reasons such as natural disasters, accidents, or grid failures, and can cause significant disruptions in our daily lives. Having a reliable standby power system in place can help us mitigate the impact of such events and ensure that essential needs are met. Below, we outline five simple steps that can help you achieve resilient standby power and prepare for the unexpected. 1. Know The Difference Between “Reliability” And “Resilience” There are varying definitions for reliability and resilience that leave us confused and assuming it all means the same thing. It is important to note that while we want both to be “high,” the two are NOT synonymous. Keep them straight and simple with the following definitions. HIGH RELIABILITY means your primary source of power is almost always on and usable. HIGH RESILIENCE means your backup system is available quickly whenever you need it. In today’s dizzying array of power options, you can decide what level of reliability and resilience

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Hurricane Season Prep: Resilient Microgrid

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), hurricanes are becoming more frequent and more destructive, causing longer power outages and making hurricane preparedness more pressing than ever before. The 2020 hurricane season resulted in record-breaking U.S. economic losses of up to $65 billion, as estimated by AccuWeather. Forecasts report 2021 to be even more severe, with approximately 17 named storms, eight hurricanes, and four major hurricanes expected for the year. Knowing that hurricane damage and power disruptions are coming, how will you ensure your business is ready to weather the storm and avoid power and business loss? 1. Assess Your Current Power Situation Backup generator Many businesses own backup or standby generators, assuming they will only need to use them for a short period. But how long will you need an alternative power source, and will that generator run for as long as you need it? While it varies by manufacturer, most standby units are designed to run no more than 200 hours per year for no more than one week at a time. Bear in mind, hurricane disasters

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What Is Stoichiometry? A Practical Guide To Stoichiometric Engines

Typically as people start to learn more and more about engines and generator packages, we find them asking: What is a stoichiometric engine, or What is stoichiometry? At the most fundamental level, stoichiometry is a ratio of whole integers. This article will help explain how stoichiometry influences our generator engines. The Basics of Stoichiometry Before we begin to talk about engines and generator packages, it helps to explain basic stoichiometry. By definition, stoichiometry is the quantitative relationship (i.e. measurable connection) between a reactant and a product in a chemical reaction.  In chemistry, this is a general way of saying what substances are required to fulfill a reaction. A simple example of stoichiometry is: 2 1/2 cups flour + ¾ tsp baking soda + ½ tsp salt, + 2/3 cup sugar + 1 ½ tsp vanilla, + 1 egg, + 1 bag of chocolate chips = The perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe. For this recipe, or reaction, certain elements are needed to fulfill it. Like in the chocolate chip cookie example, all reactions inside engines are dependent on what they have

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Do Natural Gas Generators Work In The Cold?

We get calls every day asking if natural gas generators will work in extremely cold or extremely hot temperatures. Given the wide range of differences that exist in the oil and gas plays globally, our units are tried, tested and proven in the major production fields around the world. “Do Natural Gas Generators Work in the Cold?” Why do we feel it’s important to address this question? So you can better understand how a natural gas generator can help your business function at optimal efficiency. Do Mesa natural gas generators work in your climate? Let’s find out. Location, Climate, & Range of Temperatures for Natural Gas Generators Consider your climate as it changes throughout the seasons. Obviously, we don’t know your specific conditions yet, but we hope for the opportunity to find out. On average, it’s a simple task to deliver a natural gas generator. However, setting up for an efficient work operation is another task entirely. We get calls every day asking, “will your generator work in_____________.” Our short answer is, “Yes.” Our systems work in nearly any climate.

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Natural Gas Vs Diesel Generators: A Cost Comparison

Since you have proven to be a conscientious contributor to the oil and gas industry, and have found your way into an interesting question: Is a natural gas generator cheaper to operate than a diesel generator? You have learned diesel is an extremely expensive way to power an engine. Comparing Natural Gas Generators vs Diesel Generators is a great place to start your comparison. If You’re Flaring Gas, You’re Burning Money: Why Natural Gas Is a Viable Alternative. Mesa Solutions has a range of solutions for this problem. We understand this concern, which is why we are dedicated to providing the best products to alleviate this issue. Our ability to power a generator, off what would otherwise be wasted energy, is a crucial component in efficient operation for your job site. Flaring, wasted power Over 110 billion cubic meters are being flared and vented worldwide each year, which is more than the annual energy consumption of South America (Smith). This is enough fuel being wasted each year to power an entire continent. There is no reason this gas should not be