Crestchic to showcase datacentre load bank range at Data Centre World
Crestchic Loadbanks, a world leader in load bank power testing solutions, is set to showcase its range of datacentre load banks at Data Centre World, London, 2-3 March, 2022. Members of the Crestchic team will be available throughout the event on stand D1030 to...
Time lapse video of the new loadbank factory build
Crestchic loadbank video: https://crestchicloadbanks-me.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Crestchic-Factory-Construction-Time-Lapse.mp4 The factory, when complete, will add an extra 60% capacity for the manufacture of Crestchic’s load banks. It is expected...
Load Banks – Day 5 of 5 – Understanding rental agreements and lead-times
Understand what your rental agreement includes When dealing with your chosen supplier, ensure that you know how much involvement you need from them and get them to quote accordingly. Choose a supplier that offers flexibility – packages vary from supply-only,...
Load Banks – Day 4 of 5 – Have the details from your generator nameplate or data tag at the ready
Have the details from your generator nameplate or data tag at the ready. To specify the right equipment for the job, your chosen supplier is likely to ask you for the capacity rating of the generator you wish to test. This information can be found on the nameplate (or...
Load Banks – Day 3 of 5 – Where will the load bank test take place?
When hiring a load bank, it is important to let your provider know where the equipment will be used and what the site conditions are like. Suppliers such as Crestchic are used to providing load banks to suit varying applications across different continents, from the...
Load Banks – Day 2 of 5 – What type of load bank do I need?
The load bank type you need will vary depending on the applications involved. Typically load banks fall into three categories: Resistive: The most common type, a resistive load bank provides a simulated electrical load for generators and back up power systems. They...
Load Banks – Day 1 of 5 – Key considerations when hiring a load bank
With workplaces increasingly reliant on power hungry equipment, most businesses understand the importance of backup power systems. Interruptions in power supplies can cause lost productivity, damage equipment, have a huge impact on revenue and, in some cases, even...
Crestchic welcomes new Technical Director to bolster production at UK site
Crestchic is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Jon Storer to the role of Technical Director. A chartered engineer with a wealth of experience, Jon will oversee and optimise the production, test and development facilities at the company’s site in Burton. ...