Caterpillar is launching hybrid power solutions for telecommunications applications that can significantly reduce operating costs including a major decrease in fuel consumption.

Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA) profiled their new Cat hybrid power solutions for telecommunications applications at the Smart Power Conference held at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre in March 2013.

Caterpillar is now offering a wide range of hybrid telecom systems that provide power solutions incorporating renewable resources.

“Caterpillar powers thousands of telecommunications base stations globally and we’ve now added solar and wind power to the mix in order to reduce your costs while cutting emissions,” says Caterpillar’s exclusive engine dealer in Australia, Energy Power Systems Australia, power generation retail national business manager Kim Howlett.

These solutions incorporate components such as:

• Solar Photovoltaics (PV)
• Wind turbines
• Robust long-life batteries
• Diesel or gas generator sets
• Highly efficient power electronics

Cat hybrids can offer several benefits to the telecommunications industry:
• Decreased fuel consumption by 30–100%
• Extended maintenance and replacement intervals
• Payback periods of three years or less in many instances

Cat Hybrid Power is the new sustainable solution for the telecommunications industry. Hybrids are particularly well-suited for applications in remote areas and can be customised to exact specifications.

Cat Hybrid Power features include:

Factory-built and factory-tested system for high reliability and site uptime Remote monitoring, control, and alarms Multiple, small components operating in parallel to enhance reliability (PV charge controllers, rectifiers, solar panels) Removal and replacement of major components without power interruption (Hot Swap) Vandal-resistant enclosures AC Convenience outlet for powering technician laptop computer Auxiliary power outputs for utilisation of excess electricity produced by solar and wind Suitability for remote area applications.

“Caterpillar is helping drive positive and sustainable change on every continent by designing, installing and servicing power systems that reduce operating costs and significantly decrease fuel consumption,” Kim says.

Cat hybrids are now available through Caterpillar’s Australian specialised Cat engine dealer, EPSA.

“We provide reliable, cost effective power where there’s no grid access,” Kim adds. “We work closely with you to customise a system to suit your requirements.”