Onsite energy is an important part of infrastructure planning for data centers – whether it’s backup power, or to replace grid reliance entirely. As we discussed in last month’s blog post, Bloom Energy’s Data Center Power Report claims that over a third of all data centers expect to use only onsite power by 2030. So, what are the […]
Custom Nuclear Seals That Actually Hold, with No RTV
We talk a lot about custom engineered solutions here at Preferred Engineering. That’s because we know that every nuclear facility has its own unique needs, requirements, safety concerns, and bottlenecks. What works perfectly for one facility won’t be the same for any other. So, while every facility may need an inspection hatch seal, for example, the exact requirements […]
Case Study: First to market, engineering, testing and certifying a B100 shutoff valve
Preferred Utilities partnered with Emerson to deliver the first UL-certified industrial burner shutoff valve designed for use with 100% biodiesel, marking an important milestone in clean combustion. Read the Emerson Press Release here. Key Highlights Regional and state-level initiatives in the northeastern United States are accelerating the adoption of biodiesel in heating systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. […]
Gear up for Data Center Onsite Power Generation
The data couldn’t be clearer in Bloom Energy’s second annual Data Center Power Report; data centers are gearing up to rely on their own onsite power sources at a rapid rate. While we may want to take their findings with a grain of salt (Bloom Energy is a Fuel Cell company, after all), we can’t deny that their […]
Outstanding Safety in a Lightweight Package
What can you do when you need a safety railing where there isn’t one built into your nuclear facility? It’s not always the best option (or even possible) to attach a permanent structure. That’s where Preferred Engineering’s Lightweight Railings come in. We know that OSHA standards require a standard of safety, but even more than standards, we want […]
Growth and Sustainability With Ultra-Low & Nano-NOx Burners
Environmental regulations continue to evolve and tighten around NOx emissions. In parts of Northeast and Southern California, sub-9 ppm NOx combustion for natural gas has already become the practical standard, while states like Maryland have proposed phased adoption of near-zero-NOx systems for institutional boilers by 2029. A facility’s emissions profile now directly influences whether it can renew operating […]
Today’s Boiler: Visibility and Control in the Boiler Room
SCADA Systems: The Backbone of Modern Boiler Room Operations Managing a modern boiler room means juggling burners, fuel systems, feedwater equipment, pumps, valves, and instrumentation all at once, all in real time. One missed signal can mean downtime, safety risks, or worse. So how do today’s operators stay ahead of it all? The answer is SCADA. Supervisory Control […]
SCADA Deployment for a Mission Critical Facility — Ahead of Schedule
Mission critical infrastructure depends on reliable fuel oil handling where there is no margin for error, and no room for delays. That’s why we’re pleased to share that Stage 2 of an ongoing large-scale deployment for a mission critical facility has been successfully completed, and it came in ahead of schedule. Project Background A year ago, Preferred was […]
Reliable Sealing with PE Custom Covers for Nuclear Facilities
Nuclear facility outage schedules are tight with critical safety components. But sometimes you have to seal openings that are irregular in shape or size. This is where Preferred Engineering’s Custom Covers can provide an outstanding solution in both PWR and BWR facilities. Customized solutions are often the most effective way to address outage challenges because every generating station […]
New Nuclear Technology means New Maintenance and Outage Support
The nuclear industry is quickly evolving with new nuclear technologies coming online. This is driven by two major factors: a worldwide push for sustainability and a growing concern with energy stability. In the US, in particular, the public and industry’s energy stability concerns are caused by an aging infrastructure and increased energy demand from AI and data centers. […]