Power Bytes

We are experiencing a data explosion around the world. With record numbers of new devices connecting to the internet every day and professionals demanding to be connected to their critical assets.  We talk with connectivity and data center experts Magy Kramer and Debbie Mallally to get some insights. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Faceb...

There are over 100,000 people working hard to make Caterpillar the company it is today.  Power Bytes thought you might like to meet some of the "People Behind the Brand" Feedback?  Write to us at powerbytes@cat.com. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Join us for a discussion of fuels on the horizon! Send feedback to powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Users have a wide spectrum of fuel choices for power generation. Today we speak with a fuels expert about some of them.  Please Subscribe.  Send feedback to powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Microgrids, decentralized power, and hybrid energy have dominated the news for some time now.  We wanted to take some time to look at specifically Microgrids in some different applications.  So, today, we're going to focus on mining. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Today we speak to Sr. Controls Expert Ryan Byrd about the importance of voltage regulation.  As much of the 'why' as the 'how' in this discussion. Send Feedback to Powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Getting to and from your primary utility source is an important function.  Learn of a way to accomplish that without adding cost to your system.  Feedback?  Write to us at powerbytes@cat.com. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

SpecSizer = Industry Leading Genset Sizing Tool I'm so happy to have Chad Dozier back with us today via the Cat Electric Power Hot Line.  You may recall Chad did a podcast earlier this year about Spec Sizer, Cat's world class genset sizing tool.  Feedback?  Write to us at powerbytes@cat.com. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: http...

For decades, the industry standard for standby power generation has been the diesel generator set.  With the ever emerging desire to be more environmentally friendly, companies have been looking for new and different ways to meet the many requirements of the standby power generation market.  Joining me today via the Cat Electric Power Hotline to talk with us about some advancements in Natural Gas...

This episode focused on a technology that is growing in popularity.  It's called Dynamic Gas Blending or DGB.  Joining me today to talk about DGB is Graeme Mawhinney. **Note: “3516B Series DGB generator set models and associated DGB retrofit kits are not suitable for use in EPA regulated territories”  Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Face...

Great conversation with Marc Godwin of Cat's Switchgear operation.  What you need to know when choosing a switchgear partner.  Feedback?  Write us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

 I'm so happy to have a returning guest with us today.  Joining us via the Cat Electric Power Hotline is Magy Kramer.  For veteran listeners you'll recognize Magy from our episode on "Connecting Critical Devices".  Magy is back with us to discuss some critical items to look for when choosing your connectivity solution. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-el...

Caterpillar has recently published a white paper on the subject titled :  CAT® INTERNALLY EXCITED (IE) ALTERNATORS.   Joining us today from his home in Northern Ireland via the Cat Electric Power Hotline is the paper's author - Roger Rosborough.  Roger has a Masters and PhD in Engineering from Queens University in Belfast N. Ireland and has16 years experience with Caterpillar working in Mechanical...

Today we speak with our resident application specialist Bryan Snyder about the basics of excitation systems for Generator Sets.  Feedback?  Write to us at Powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

In these most uncertain times we all are looking for things that bring us a sense of stability and confidence.  Today we are going to be talking about why Caterpillar's  Customer Value Agreements can help.  Joining me today from his home in Dubai is Andrew Haroun:  Andrew has Master's degree from Purdue university and has held a number of positions at Caterpillar during his 16 year journey with th...

In this episode of Powerbytes, Mike Gemolva is our special guest to walk us through what's new in the area of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or Cogeneration. Most importantly how users can save money by increasing efficiency by utilizing these methods.   Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Elect...

Today's episode is a unique look into the Safety Culture at Caterpillar and how it transcends beyond employees to products and end-users.  Safety - It's designed in. Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

In this episode, we'll go through a couple of scenarios and discuss Cat's patented paralleling failsafe mode. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Vic Williams joins Power Bytes to discuss some important features available in the Cat Genset Controller.  Please send us feedback at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Today we discuss overcurrent protection capabilities in Cat's Genset Controller with Bryan Snyder. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Get an inside look at the latest updates to SpecSizer. We'll talk about the work, customer insights and more. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Today we speak with Magy Kramer about how Caterpillar is executing it's digital plan and connecting critical power equipment. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/

Today we talk with Bryan Fore about generator set power density and why it's an important consideration. Feedback?  Email us at powerbytes@cat.com Email us: powerbytes@cat.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/cat-electric-power/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Caterpillar. Electric. Power/