ESL Sets the Stage for Power Distribution at USITT

March 2012:The United States Institute for Theatre Technology(USITT) has serveddesign, production, and technology professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry since 1960. ESL Power Systems, Inc. took part in the USITT Conference & Stage Expo in Long Beach, CA. ESL exhibited their UL 1008 ShowSwitch™ Company Switch product line and discussed customization options of their set stage power distribution equipment with conference attendees.

Visit ESL's ShowSwitch™ page for further information, including downloadable specifications.

ESL Featured in EGSA's Powerline Magazine

January/February 2012: In the most recent issue of EGSA’s Powerline Magazine, ESL had the pleasure of being featured in the publication’s member profile. The article focused on ESL’s Emergency Power product line which is safe to use and easy to operate. ESL’s economical solution for power connection equipment allows for a portable generator to connect to a building’s electrical system during a utility power outage. In addition, the article discussed the company’s ability to turn the recent economic decline into an opportunity to successfully expand its product offerings. ESL Power Systems, Inc. has been designing and manufacturing power distribution solutions for more than 20 years. To read more about ESL in Powerline Magazine click here.

Emergency Preparedness, Are you Ready?

January 2012: IDCE, held in New Orleans, LA, is an event designed to unite distinguished professionals within the fields of Disaster Preparation, Response, Recovery, and Mitigation on a global scale. The Goal: To further mitigate future loss of life and property when catastrophic events occur anywhere in the world. ESL was honored to be given the opportunity to exhibit its Emergency Power Connection Equipment at IDCE. Our Emergency Power products provide backup power during prolonged power outages making businesses less vulnerable during natural disasters. To learn more about how ESL is equipping businesses with cost effective backup power solutions watch ESL’s UL 1008 Standby Power Solutions video.

ESL's Wayside Power Cabinets Take
to the Tracks at NRC

January 2012: ESL featured our Wayside Power Cabinet product line at the annual National Railroad Construction Conference and Exhibition in San Diego, CA. NRC offered industry professionals, including engineers and contractors, a unique program covering a multitude of railway topics.

Our Wayside Power Cabinets provide temporary plug-in power to passenger trains when the locomotive engines have been shut down and/or disconnected. ESL’s Safety-interlocked Reefer Outlets ensure refrigerated containers are powered during transport.

ESL's Emergency Power Connection Equipment Featured at Power-Gen

December 2011: With over 20,000 attendees from 92 countries, ESL Power Systems, Inc. was proud to be part of Power-Gen 2011, the industry's premier power exhibition. ESL had the opportunity to showcase its innovative designs and manufacturing of emergency power connection equipment including the following product lines: StormSwitch UL 1008 manual transfer switches, TempTap UL 1008 generator docking stations and TripleSwitch which isolates standby generator circuits during load bank testing. To learn more about our Emergency Power line click here.

ESL Demonstrates Diversity in the Port Industry at the 100th AAPA Convention

September 2011: ESL Power Systems, Inc. recently had the pleasure of exhibiting at the American Association of Port Authorities 100th Convention in Seattle, WA. This convention represented 160+ port authorities in North and Central America. Demonstrations and new product introductions by ESL set the tone for a successful exhibition.

ESL Aboard the Railway Interchange Tradeshow and Technical Conference

September 2011: AREMA, RSI, REMSA, and RSSI teamed up to host the 2011 Railway Interchange in Minneapolis. RI was advertised as "the largest combined railway exhibition and technical conference in North America" and attracted over 7,000 attendees. ESL had the opportunity to introduce their Wayside Power Cabinet product line to professionals in the passenger rail industry.

The StormSwitch Solution Video

August 2011: With natural disasters on the rise, preparation for prolonged power outages is prudent. The StormSwitch Solution Video illustrates how ESL’s UL 1008 listed manual transfer switches provide business owners with an economical solution to maintain normal operation when utility power is out.

 

ESL Supplies Alaska Railroad with Wayside Power Cabinets

February 2011: ESL’s Wayside Power Cabinets enable locomotive engines to be shut down and run from a plug-in power supply. Eliminating idling of a locomotive’s diesel engine reduces the amount of toxins released into the environment.

Alaska Railroad is currently upgrading the Seward Depot to include ESL’s Wayside Power Cabinets. Once installed, ESL’s Wayside Power Cabinets (or Wayside Outlet Boxes) will allow the power needed to support food and beverage service aboard the train to be supplied from a plug-in power supply adjacent to the track.

ESL’s Wayside Cabinets can be customized to meet varying power requirements and are built to APTA and Amtrak D77-24 Specifications. In addition, ESL’s wayside power equipment provides operators with safe and simple operating procedures.

ESL Demonstrates Importance of Emergency Power Solutions at Power-Gen 2010

December 2010: ESL Power Systems, Inc. recently exhibited their emergency power product line at the Power-Gen trade show in the Sunshine State. Florida is among the states all too familiar with how natural disasters can cause damage to power lines and leave businesses without power for days. ESL's Emergency Power product line provides businesses with safe and reliable connection solutions, ensuring that down time is held to a minimum. Emergency Power solutions include ESL’s StormSwitch™, TripleSwitch™, and TempTap™.

ESL Highlights Shore Power and Emergency Power Capabilities at Navy Gold Coast Conference

August 2010: ESL Power Systems, Inc. had the opportunity to exhibit at the Navy Gold Coast Conference in San Diego, CA. The event was well attended and provided small businesses to network with large engineering firms and general contracting companies. The conference also provided information on how to capitalize on opportunities with the US Navy.

GovEnergy Show Provides Opportunity for ESL to Exhibit Military Power Distribution Solutions

August 2010: The ESL team traveled to Dallas, TX to exhibit their Ship to Shore and Emergency Power distribution capabilities at GovEnergy’s 13th annual workshop and trade show. GovEnergy 2010 provided companies with insight on best practices federal agencies need for meeting energy management goals. In addition, relationships were formed among professionals in order to combine expertise and provide the military with comprehensive and efficient solutions.

Reefer Sharing Units (RSUs) Demonstration Video

September 2010: ESL's RSU Demo Video illustrates the safe and simple operating procedures of connecting an RSU to a permanently installed reefer outlet. RSUs virtually double the number of reefer containers able to plug into available power without having to invest in additional transformers, switchgear, electrical wiring or additional power generators.

Safety-interlocking Reefer Outlets is Considered an Industry Standard

July 2010: In the June 2010 edition of World Cargo News, ESL Power Systems, Inc. was featured in an informative article which addressed the importance of the safety-interlocking reefer outlets. The article also offered additional design considerations for improving operational efficiencies at port terminals with reefer outlet assemblies, as well as solutions for minimizing damage of reefer outlet assemblies due to drive-offs.

Read WCN's full article on "Designing a Safe Connection". 

ESL’s ERTG Safety-interlocked Fused Disconnect Cabinet Featured in May Edition of World Cargo News

May 2010: World Cargo News (WCN), a highly regarded journal providing international cargo professionals with impactful news, recently ran an article on ESL Power Systems, Inc.’s latest product development – the Safety-interlocked ERTG Fused Disconnect Cabinet. ESL’s ERTG Fused Disconnect Cabinet enables terminals to run 4160v power supply directly to their RTGs without requiring a 4160v circuit breaker for each crane. 

Read WCN’s full article on ESL’s ERTG Safety-interlocked Disconnect Cabinet.

ESL Exhibits Custom Power Distribution Capabilities at Ports 2010 Conference and Expo

April 2010: ESL Power Systems, Inc. had the pleasure of exhibiting at the Ports 2010 show, “Building on the Past, Respecting the Future” in Jacksonville, Florida from April 25th - 27th. This prestigious tri-annual conference and expo was hosted by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and offered the global ports and harbors development community theories, practices, methods, technologies, and standards to create balanced and sustainable facilities.

With a continuous commitment to safety, ESL specializes in the design and manufacturing of custom power distribution assemblies for powering refrigerated containers, shore power connection equipment, ERTG disconnect boxes, manual transfer switches, and custom electrical equipment used in ports around the world.

Safety-interlocked Reefer Module Demonstration Video

March 2010:ESL’s safety-interlocked reefer modules are designed to provide operators with a heightened level of safety and simplicity. Additionally, ESL's reefer modules are UL and cUL Listed where applicable. To illustrate ease of use and features, ESL has launched a Safety-interlocked Reefer Module Demonstration Video .

Industrial Electrical Distribution Supplies for US Army

November 2009: ESL Power Systems, Inc. recently completed the design and manufacturing of portable power distribution assemblies for the US Army Corps of Engineers. Industrial electrical distribution products included:

• Portable Spider Boxes made of 14GA cold rolled steel with multiple 50A and 20A Receptacles (protected by circuit breakers)

• Hand Cart Distribution Centers built with 12GA cold rolled steel, multiple 20A and 50A Receptacles, and a 3 phase 15KVA Transformer (protected by circuit breakers)

• Mobile Temporary Power Centers with 12GA cold rolled steel enclosures, multiple 20A and 50A Receptacles, and a 3 phase 45KVA Transformer (protected by circuit breakers)
  

ESL provides safety-interlocked solutions to prevent “making” or “breaking” under load by use of 3rd party receptacles from major manufacturers such as Cooper Crouse-Hinds®, Russellstoll®, Appleton®, Meltric®, and Hubbell®.

By providing custom engineered solutions, ESL creates opportunities to provide the Army, Navy and US Coast Guard with power distribution equipment built to military specifications. Products are built to ensure operator safety, ease of use, and withstand harsh environments.

To learn more about ESL’s custom power distribution capabilities, please email info@eslpwr.com or call 800-922-4188.

Enhanced Watertight Reefer Plug and Connector

May 2009: ESL is excited to introduce the enhanced (IEC 60309-CEE17) 32A 480VAC Watertight Male Plug and Female Connector.

ESL Announces Fabrication Shop Expansion

March 2009: ESLPower Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of their in-house fabrication shop. The upgraded shop provides clients with shorter lead times and greater flexibility in customized fabrications. New sheet metal equipment includes an Amada Turret Punch Press and a 100 ton, 12-foot Amada Press Brake. MIG/TIG welding capabilities have also been enhanced. ESL continues to capitalize on opportunities to provide customers with unique and economical fabricated solutions. If you would like to learn more about ESL, please visit.