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April 2013 Product and Service Releases

	DC Drives GE provides a competitive low voltage DC drive product combined with effective project execution tools to improve your drive systems reliability and performance while minimizing total installed cost and disruption to production. You now have the choice of upgrading your GE DC drive system components individually or wholesale as this new offering is completely compatible with legacy products. Learn more
	Safety Switches (w/ Seismic Compliance) GE's complete line of safety switches (General Duty, Heavy Duty, Double Throw and Solar Duty) have undergone an extensive test program in order to certify their seismic capabilities according to the International Building Code and IEEE seismic design standards. Learn more
	Acoustic Testing for Transformers The application of a portable partial discharge measuring unit allows GE to specifically locate incidents of partial discharge (PD) found during an induced testing of a transformer. By precisely locating the area of partial discharge, GE can often conduct field repairs, which saves you time and potentially millions in transportation costs. Acoustic testing, combined with induced testing is recommended after an electrical incident that might call in to question the integrity of the transformer's windings. Learn more

October 2012 Product Releases

	Entellisys™ 5.0 Low Voltage Switchgear Entellisys 5.0 low voltage switchgear with EntelliGuard® E circuit breakers - Now you can have all of the valuable benefits of Entellisys at higher kA IC ratings without fuses. The EntelliGuard E circuit breakers can be used in the same lineup with EntelliGuard circuit breakers. This flexibility provides the ability to have lineups with fuseless breakers from 800A through 5000A with 100kA interrupting capacity. Entellisys 5.0 also expands the selectivity capability of Entellisys as well as increasing arc flash protection in three significant ways: Instantaneous Zone Selective Interlocking (IZSI) Input, ZSI Output via IEC 61850, and Selective Discrimination IOC (Instantaneous Overcurrent) a.k.a. Waveform recognition. Learn more
	TEY D/H/L Breakers in A-Series® Panelboards Expanding GE's fully rated (to 65kAIC) selectivity product offering in a more compact design, now available is the TEY D/H/L breakers in A-Series Panelboards. They allow full instantaneous selectivity, which can be coordinated with upstream and downstream GE breakers, while decreasing the footprint of the installation. These products also deliver up to 65kAIC fully rated @ 480V. Selectivity is quickly expanding its popularity among Engineers and users, offering the ability to restrict outages to the circuit or equipment affected. Learn more
	Networked WattStation™ Wall Mount GE's WattStation Wall Mount EV charger is now available in a networked version. Integrated with WattStation Connect, this hardware and service solution can help customers manage their charging stations remotely, generate valuable reports, and engage with their customers. It features the same overall footprint of the nonnetworked version and is offered as a plug in unit. A hardwired version is available upon request. Communication options include CAT5 Ethernet, WiFi and cellular. A unique identification code (QR code) on each WattStation allows drivers to scan the charger with their smartphone and GE WattStation mobile application to access instructions on the charger, download charger status and authorize charger use. RFID is standard on all Networked WattStation models, and allows users to gain authorization to the charger by waving a RFID card in front of the RFID reader Learn more
	Underground Pipe Inspection GE's Surveyor offers a comprehensive, high-resolution, high-defect discrimination inspection solution for owners of industrial facilities that employ underground carbon or stainless steel pipe systems. Surveyor's unique design allows for the examination of large sections of piping, including systems with vertical runs and multiple 1.5D radius bends, from a single access point. Learn more
	LV AC Product Line Extension Drives are an integral part of maintaining plant output. Selecting a good variable speed AC drive is an important part of that effort. Just as critical is the engineering and coordinating of your drives to realize their full potential. At GE Industrial Solutions we take a complete system approach, combining field-engineering expertise with our exceptional drives and control products. Our fully engineered drive solutions for coordinated drive and complex control applications can substantially improve the quality and efficiency of your processes. For new installations and upgrades, we support you from start to finish with project management, application engineering, hardware and software engineering, system testing, technical direction of installation, commissioning and spare parts. Learn more

August 2012 Product Releases

	Evolution™ Series Switchboard The Evolution Series Switchboard is just that-the logical evolution of our highly regarded Spectra® Series Switchboard. With an installed base of thousands of units worldwide, Spectra Series Switchboards set the standard for functionality, flexibility, and rugged, durable construction. Evolution Series Switchboards build on this legacy and provide the foundation for power distribution systems wherever 24/7-reliability is an absolute necessity. As our line of Evolution Series Switchboards expands, the list of leading edge features and benefits will grow. From the start, you can count on Evolution Series Switchboards to deliver: Ease of installation, Improved Arc Flash Mitigation, Enhanced Selectivity, Expanded Ratings, and Efficient Footprint. Learn more
	Spectra® microEntelliGuard™ K Extended Instantaneous (Selective) Two new versions of the Spectra microEntelliGuard K frame (SKS and SKT) are now available. This brings the full value GE's WaveForm Recognition (WFR) and Instantaneous Zone Selective Interlocking (I-ZSI) protections to the 1200A frame size. Full instantaneous selectivity with downstream GE molded case circuit breakers and upstream EntelliGuard® circuit breakers. Learn more
	Limitamp® AR Arc Resistant Medium Voltage Motor Control Limitamp AR is the Arc Resistant version of the Limitamp. It provides a solution for arc flash conditions, increasing the safety and protection defined in the applicable IEEE standards. The new Limitamp AR Medium Voltage Motor Controllers meet and exceed the safety requirements of the market, offering more reliable operation and control of Medium Voltage installations. It is available in one and two-high versions of FVNR, rated for 2.4-7.2kV-400A, 5kV-800A, 3000A BUS NEMA 1, 50kA motor starters. Learn more
	Meter Enclosure - Meter in a Box With GE's Meter in a Box, designing or expanding your electrical distribution system just got a whole lot easier. Key product features include; ease of ordering – all necessary components to interface with a meter included; Internal wiring completed for you, just connect your wires to the terminal board – reduced risk of wiring mistakes and accelerated installation; Small enclosure profile allows for increased flexibility when choosing a mounting location; and UL/CUL listed with NEMA Type 12 and 4 (for internal display option only) ratings. Learn more
	Portable Impulse Testing Our Portable Impulse Testing service is an overvoltage test that confirms that the transformer insulation system was designed to meet the type of transient conditions, such as a lightning strike, that would exist in a substation. The test is confirming the BIL of the transformer, and can test any new, old or remanufactured transformer of any size at 500 kV or below. This test can be performed by itself or used in conjunction with other GE offerings, such as induced testing or load testing, to determine the condition of a transformer. Learn more
	AF-6 MultiPulse Drive Panels Concerns for power quality and clean electrical systems continue to grow with users of non-linear loads like variable speed drives. Meeting IEEE519-1992's recommended levels of harmonic distortion improves system efficiency and reduces nuisance tripping of devices. Drives with multiple rectifiers or pulses, e.g., 18 pulse drives, help meet these needs and allow the use of variable speed drives. Learn more
	General Duty Safety Switches All 30A to 200A General Duty safety switches now have a cover interlock. Learn more

April 2012 Product Releases

WattStation™ The award-winning WattStation is suitable for various commercial, public or retail locations. The product offers Level II charging with service needs of 208-240VAC at 40A. The sleek user interface and LED indicator lights offer a simple and clear way to identify when the WattStation is available for use, charging the EV, or if a fault has occurred. The unique cord management system ensures that the WattStation's 16-foot cord is easy and safe to stow away from pedestrian walkways, providing protection between uses. GE has developed the WattStation solution so it can easily grow to meet your future needs. Its modular design simplifies in-field upgrades and ensures that your EV charging facility can expand without the need for costly replacement equipment. Learn more

WattStation™ Connect GE's electric vehicle software platform, WattStation Connect, is a means for EVSE owners to configure, control and monitor their charging station network. It provides a means for connecting users and drivers, as well as motivating drivers to seek and utilize public charging stations. Timely information about the state of their charging stations gives owners the ability to diagnose and manage problems remotely. The ability to define and set pricing plans for the use of their charger is also included. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology provides secure access to charging stations. EV owners can select and pay using our WattStation Connect App. WattStation Connect can be interfaced to your current building management, HR or fleet systems using an Application Programming Interface (API) to provide an integrated solution with no need to change your current processes. Learn more

AF-6 Disconnect Drive Panels AF-600 FP and AF-650 GP Disconnect Drive Panels are the solution for building owners interested in reducing the space required for mounting equipment, and for users looking for drive solutions that are simple to operate and maintain. Incorporating a fused or circuit breaker disconnect in the drive's enclosure, the Disconnect Drive's footprint is up to 50% smaller than the traditional Non-Bypass and Bypass full featured versions of the product. With all diagnostic and control functions handled by the drive keypad, panel operation is simplified. Learn more about the AF-600 FP™ Enclosed Drive Panel Learn more about the AF-650 GP™ Enclosed Drive Panel

Medium Voltage Load Interrupter Switch Power to the facility flows through the Load Interrupter Switch (LIS) to the main transformer, and then into the plant's electric distribution network. LISs typically use fuses to protect the transformer in an over current situation, but customers require faster acting vacuum circuit breakers to comply with Arc Flash Safety Standards. Current LIS switches provide poor fault current interrupting times, resulting in high arc-flash incident energy. A vacuum circuit breaker retrofit solution provides reduced AF incident energy levels for customers on their MV system. This MV offering retrofits a fixed mounted SecoVac breaker into the fused compartment of LIS and provides another AF mitigating solution that PSE can include in Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis. Learn more

October 2011 Product Releases

EntelliGuard® R Retrofill EntelliGuard R Retrofill provides a streamlined solution for customers looking to update their legacy circuit breakers with a new EntelliGuard G Breaker, and give their existing switchgear a new lease on life. In addition to providing a host of new features, the EntelliGuard R Retrofill solution offers the option to include the EntelliGuard TU Trip Unit for both arc flash protection and selectivity at the same time. The EntelliGuard R offers a means to increase reliability and enhance the protection of existing electrical systems. The leading GE advantages include the UL listing and GE-provided, easy-to-use field wiring diagrams. Learn more

EverGold™ Solar Duty Disconnect GE's latest addition to the EverGold line of solar balance of system components includes three distinct product groups. The core of each group is the four-pole 100 amp disconnect – an industry first! All of the new products are UL listed at 600Vdc "per pole" and are suitable for use in photovoltaic applications per NEC 690. This offering is available in NEMA Type 3R construction, fused or non-fused, and is similar to competitive 100A PV disconnects – except for the four pole construction. The Type 3R enclosure mounts vertically. There are two catalog numbers available. Learn more

EverGold™ Solar Duty 4-Pole Disconnect with Junction Box This offering is similar to the standard disconnect, except the enclosure is NEMA Type 4 construction and is oversized to include a power distribution lug to splice the negative PV wires within the enclosure. This feature is not offered in competitive disconnects which often requires the contractor to install a secondary junction box next to the disconnect in order to splice the negative PV wires. The Type 4 enclosure mounts either vertically or horizontally, which is a plus for low-profile rooftop installations where shadowing is a consideration. This product is available in fused and non-fused construction. There are two catalog numbers available. Learn more

EverGold™ Solar Duty Disconnect with Fused Recombiner Box The construction of this model is similar to the disconnect with junction box model, except that the disconnect's positive output terminals are combined (shorted) and have oversized lugs to allow fewer, larger diameter wire runs to the inverter. This is a feature that often provides material and labor savings. There is one catalog number available. Learn more

A-Series® II Panelboard with Branch Circuit Monitoring This new energy management product lets users monitor key electrical parameters down to a branch circuit level. This information can then be transmitted to a BAS or similar system to analyze usage and identify potential cost-saving measures. Learn more

GenTower® Generator Connection Panelboard Previously available only as a switchboard, the benefits of GenTower now come to Spectra Series™ panelboards. It allows for quick and easy connection to an external generator in order to keep critical facilities up and running when utility power is lost. Learn more

Record Plus® FE Main in A-Series® Panelboards Expanding GE's selectivity product offering, the Record Plus FE circuit breaker is now available is as a main device in A-Series panelboards. This allows full instantaneous selectivity, which can be coordinated with upstream and downstream GE breakers. Learn more

July 2011 Product Releases

WattStation™ Wall Mount The WattStation Wall Mount features a sleek and modern design and is suitable for various commercial and residential locations. This product offers Level II charging, which is capable of reducing charge time from 12-18 hours to 4-8 hours, with service needs of 208-240VAC at 40A, assuming a 24-kWh battery and a full-cycle charge. It features a NEMA 3R plastic exterior and is available as either a hardwired or plug-in unit. Learn more

May 2011 Product Releases

	Synchronous Hydro Generators Small synchronous hydro generators have been specifically designed in response to the growing demand of small hydro power plants. It incorporates a full range of features to address the applications and operational conditions demanded by this industry. Modularized construction allows GE to meet your project schedule, from quote turnaround to site installation. With global service capabilities, relationships, and site inspection and installation support that most competitors don't offer, GE offers customized designs for site-specific applications: Horizontal: 2,000 – 31,250 kVA Speed: 167 - 900 RPM Vertical: 3,000 – 37,500 kVA Speed: 150 - 720 RPM Learn more
	Quantum™ LMV The Quantum™ LMV is a three-phase horizontal AC induction motor for 150kW (200Hp) to 670kW (900Hp). It is available in 2 - 10 Pole designs for: 50 Hz - 400V, 690V, 3300V or 6600V (up to 6900V) 60 Hz - 460V, 575V, 2300V, 4160V or 6600V (up to 6900V) Proven reliability with a 3 year warranty on premium efficient designs, and a 5 year on IEEE 841 motors, the Quantum™ LMV has premium efficiency, better power factor, and lower vibration for worry-free / low cost of operation. Commonly used in the petrochemical, power generation, mining, and general process industries for various applications, including pumps, blowers, compressors, crushers, and conveyors. It meets API 541 & 547 standards. Learn more
	X$D Ultra™ 841 IEC X$D Ultra™ 841 IEC meets IE3 Premium Efficiency levels, which means 4% - 10% lower electricity costs vs. IE1 & IE2. All cast-iron IP-55 construction, lowest vibration (1.4 mm/s), and the highest thermal margin combine to provide the most reliable motor backed by a 5-year warranty. With a 4 point cast-in lifting system, GE has designed the X$D Ultra™ 841 IEC to be easier and safer (5X Safety Factor) to install and maintain. Includes IEEE-841 features / IEC Design N electrical designs. Meets ATEX & IEC Ex Zone 2 & Class 1, Div 2 requirements for hazardous applications. Learn more
	X$D IEC X$D IEC meets IE2 efficiency standards per IEC 60034-30 with class F temperature rise. With a 4 point cast-in lifting system, GE has designed the X$D IEC to be easier and safer (5X Safety Factor) to install and maintain. Learn more

April 2011 Product Releases

	Limitamp® AR Arc Resistant Medium Voltage Motor Control Limitamp® AR is the Arc Resistant version of the Limitamp®. It provides a state-of-the-art solution under arc flash conditions, increasing the safety and protection defined in the applicable IEEE standards. The new Limitamp® AR Medium Voltage Motor Controllers meet and exceed the safety requirements of the market, offering more reliable operation and control of Medium Voltage installations. Learn more
	EverGold™ SVT Solar Inverter EverGold™ SVT Solar Inverter features a unique transformerless design and 2 MPPT boosters. The SVT comes complete with an integrated AC/DC disconnect switch. It's modern off-white powder coat finish with yellow accents and GE EverGold™ branding is consistent across the GE EverGold™ family of products. Learn more
	QL Ultra Efficient Harmonic Mitigating Transformer This new offering combines the super-efficient core of an ultra-efficient transformer with the zig-zag coils of a harmonic mitigating transformer to provide state-of-the art energy efficiency with harmonic cancellation. It meets both NEMA Premium® Transformer Program and DOE CSL-3 energy efficiency, making it the ultimate choice for schools, government, healthcare, and commercial buildings because it helps earn LEED certification points and improve power quality. Learn more
	QL Single-phase Dry-type Transformer GE has redesigned this product offering and expanded it up to 250kVA. These new transformers, built in Nogales, are more price competitive and drawings and documentation are readily available. NEMA 2 powder-coat drip-proof enclosure is standard, and a NEMA 3R stainless steel enclosure is available up to 150kVA. Learn more
	Stainless Steel QL Transformer GE now offers a NEMA 3R stainless steel enclosure option for the QL transformers. These enclosures are constructed from 316 stainless, which has superior corrosion resistance compared to 304, and is therefore suitable for specs requiring 304 or 316 stainless. It is vented, NEMA 3R rainproof, and is available as an option for all QL vented transformers, 15kVA-150kVA, single-phase and three-phase.