ROOM DESIGN GUIDANCE NOTES Section B

Generator installations with acoustic The dimension "E" as indicated on the layout diagrams is
treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre based upon using standard manufacturers silencers to
achieve 85dBA at 1m, please ensure that the intended
Note:- The layout drawings provided are intended as a
silencers to be used can be positioned as indicated as
guide and to form the basis of the installation design, but
this dimension affects the builders works such as
before the room design is finalised please ensure you
apertures to the walls for the exhaust outlet.
have a "project specific" generator general arrangement
drawing. Certain ambient temperatures or specific site The exhaust run as indicated exits via the side wall
requirements can affect the finalised generator build, through a wall sleeve, packed with a heat resistant
layout configuration and room dimensions. medium and closed to the weather with wall plates.
Should the generator room, internally or externally, be
Room size allowance
constructed with plastic coated profiled steel sheet
The dimensions as indicated A & B allow for good cladding, it is important to ensure that the wall sections
maintenance/escape access around the generator. at the exhaust outlet are isolated from the high exhaust
Ideally you should allow a minimum distance of 1 metre pipe temperature and sealed by a specialist cladder. The
from any wall, tank or panel within the room. same applies for any exhaust going through or near any
Machine access timber or plastic guttering.
It is important to remember that the generator has to be It is good installation practice for the exhaust system
moved into the constructed generator room, therefore within the generator room to be insulated with a
the personnel access door has to be of a sufficient size minimum of 50mm. of high density, high temperature
to allow access alternatively the inlet/outlet attenuator mineral insulation covered by an aluminium overclad.
aperture should be extended to the finished floor level, This reduces the possibility of operator burn injury and
with the bottom uplift section built when the generator is reduces the heat being radiated to the operating
in the room. generator room.
Inlet and outlet attenuators with weather louvres Cable systems
The inlet and outlet attenuators should be installed within The layout drawings assumes that the change-over
a wooden frame and are based on 100mm. airways with switch-gear is external to the generator room and
200mm. acoustic modules. The attenuators should be located in the power distribution room. Specific project
fitted with weather louvres with a minimum 50% free requirements can affect this layout.
area, good airflow profile and afford low restriction The power output cables from the generator output
airflow access. The noise level of 85dB(A) at 1m will breaker to the distribution panel must be of a flexible
comply with minimum EEC Regulations. To achieve construction:-
lower levels attenuator size can more than double in
EPR/CSP (6381TQ)
length.
PCP (H07RNF)
The weather louvres should have bird/vermin mesh
screens fitted on the inside, but these screens must not Should the cable route length from the generator to the
impede the free flow of cooling and aspiration air. distribution room be extensive the flexible cables can be
terminated to a load terminal close box to the generator
The outlet attenuator should be connected to the radiator
and then extended to the distribution room with
ducting flange with a heat and oil resistant flexible
armoured multi-core cables. (See typical load terminal
connection.
box layout).
Exhaust systems The flexible power cables as installed should be laid up
The exhaust systems shown on the layout drawings are in trefoil, placed on support trays/ladder rack in the
supported from the ceiling. Should the building trench with the recommended inter-spacing and
construction be such that the roof supports were unable segregated from the system control cables.
to support the exhaust system, a floor standing steel The cables should be correctly supported and rated for
exhaust stand will be needed. Exhaust pipes should the installation/ambient conditions.
terminate at least 2.3m above floor level to make it
The flexible single core power cables when entering any
reasonably safe for anyone passing or accidentally
panel must pass through a non ferrous gland plate.
touching.
It is recommended that stainless steel bellows be fitted
to the engine exhaust manifold followed by rigid
pipework to the silencer.

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Change-over panels. Doors.

Should the change-over panel be positioned within the Doors should always open outwards. This not only
generator room due note must be made of the floor/wall makes for a better door seal when the set/s are running
space that must be made available. but allows for a quick exit/panic button or handle to get
For change-over cubicles up to 1000Amp. rating the wall out. Make allowance for the generator to be moved into
mounting panel of maximum depth 420mm. can be the room by using double doors at the attenuator space.
mounted directly above the cable trench in the side Generator installations WITHOUT
access area without causing too many problems.
acoustic treatment.
For change-over cubicles from 1600Amp. and above, a
floor standing panel is used which needs additional Note: Handy rule of thumb for INTAKE louvres. Use 1.5 x
space to be allocated. Refer to Page D11 for dimensions. radiator area.
The room dimensions need to be increased in the area All the previous notes regarding "generator installations
of the cable duct/change-over panel to allow space and with acoustic treatment" equally apply to installations
man access around cubicles with the following without acoustic attenuators with the exception of
dimensions. A minimum of 800mm. for rear access paragraph 3 relating to the Inlet and Outlet louvres.
should be allowed. Inlet and outlet louvres.
The cable trench in the area of the change-over cubicle The inlet and outlet weather louvres should be installed
needs to be increased in size to allow for the mains, load within a wooden frame with a minimum 50% free area,
and generator cable access requirement. good airflow profile and low restriction airflow access.
Generator Sets. The weather louvres should have bird/vermin mesh
screens fitted on the inside, but must not impede the free
All generators shown include 8 hour base fuel tanks.
flow of cooling and aspiration air.
Free standing tanks can be provided but additional room
space will be required. The outlet weather louvre should be connected to the
radiator ducting flange with a heat and oil resistant
Canvas ducting between the radiator and ductwork or
flexible connection.
attenuator should be a minimum of 300mm.
Air inlet should be at the rear of the alternator to allow When a radiator is mounted on the end of the
adequate circulation. plant main frame, position the set so that the
radiator is as close to the outlet vent as possible,
otherwise recirculation of hot air can take place.
The recommended maximum distance away from
the outlet vent is 150mm without air ducting.

Flexible cable should be used

Control panel

Note:
Alternator If flexible cable is used
terminal box DMC between switchboard,
remote panel and generator,
a load terminal box
is un-neccessary

Multicores run between

set and DMC cubicle

To changeover
switchboard
Load terminal box must be used
if connecting cable is PVC/SWA/PVC

Fig. B1 Cable Connections

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CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 37 kVA - 511 kVA GENERATING SETS WITHOUT ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.
SINGLE SETS.

Prime Type Room dimensions Set Set C/L Exhaust Outlet Inlet
Rating of 2000 1999 Length width height back position Offset Height Louvre Uplift Louvre Cable trench position
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C D P E X F G H J K L M N
32.5 B3.3G1 26 DGGC CP30-5 3100 3000 2600 400 1500 159 2300 650 700 650 750 800 420 400 1165
50 B3.3G2 40 DGHC CP50-5 3100 3000 2600 400 1500 275 2300 750 800 650 900 900 420 400 1165

38 4B3.9G 30 DGBC CP40-5 3100 3000 2600 400 1500 141 2300 650 750 600 750 850 520 400 1325
52 4BT3.9G1 42 DGCA CP50-5 3200 3000 2600 400 1500 194 2300 650 750 600 750 850 520 400 1325
64 4BT3.9G2 51 DGCB CP60-5 3200 3000 2600 400 1500 194 2300 650 750 600 750 850 520 400 1325
70 4BTA3.9G1 56 DGCC CP70-5 3250 3000 2600 400 1500 194 2300 650 750 600 750 850 520 400 1410

96 6BT5.9G2 77 DGDB CP90-5 3500 3000 2600 400 1500 168 2300 700 860 540 800 800 520 400 1630
106 6BT5.9G2 85 DGDF CP100-5 3500 3000 2600 400 1500 168 2300 700 860 540 800 800 520 400 1630

129 6CT8.3G2 103 DGEA CP125-5 3850 3000 2700 400 1500 255 2300 850 1025 600 1000 1150 520 400 1910
153 6CTA8.3G 122 DGFA CP150-5 3850 3000 2700 400 1500 255 2300 850 1025 600 1000 1150 520 400 1910
185 6CTA8.3G 148 DGFB CP180-5 3850 3000 2700 400 1500 255 2300 850 1025 600 1000 1150 520 400 2070
200 6CTAA8.3G 163 DGFC CP200-5 3950 3000 2700 400 1500 255 2300 850 1025 600 1000 1150 520 400 2070

233 LTA10G2 186 DFAB CP200-5 4850 3250 2800 500 1625 361 2300 1000 1075 520 1150 1250 625 400 2285
252 LTA10G3 202 DFAC CP250-5 4850 3250 2800 500 1625 361 2300 1000 1075 520 1150 1250 625 400 2285

315 NT855G6 252 DFBH CP300-5 4850 3200 2700 500 1600 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2525
350 NTA855G4 280 DFCC CP350-5 4850 3200 2700 500 1600 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2525
431* NTA855G6 340 DFCE CS450-5 4850 3200 2700 500 1600 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2630

431 KTA19G3 345 DFEC CP400-5 5275 3400 3000 500 1700 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815
450 KTA19G3 360 DFEL CP450-5 5275 3400 3000 500 1700 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815
511 KTA19G4 409 DFED CP500-5 5275 3400 3000 500 1700 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815

Before finalising the generator room layout please ensure you read the guidance notes.
*Standby rating only.

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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES

Cummins Generating Sets 30 kVA - 511 kVA

Generator 100m layout without Acoustic Treatment

SEE NOTES

SET
SET

CANVAS
DUCTING

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

EXHAUST

H
AIR
FLOW
DATUM

SET
DATUM
N

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED
A
M

CABLE TRENCH

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING
AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

SUB BASE FUEL TANK

B7
AIR
FLOW

600

TRENCH
Section B

PANEL PC005
(IF SUPPLIED)

TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

SEE NOTES
RE PLANT ACCESS

WEATHER LOUVRE
SEE NOTES

H
B

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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 37 kVA – 511 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.
SINGLE SETS.

Prime Type Set Set C/L Exhaust Exhaust Attenuator

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height back position offset height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C D P E X F Y G H L M N
32.5 B3.3G1 26 DGGC CP30-5 4900 3000 2700 400 1500 159 2300 900 900 1000 400 420 400 1165
50 B3.3G2 40 DGHC CP50-5 4900 3000 2700 400 1500 275 2300 900 900 1000 400 420 400 1165

38 4B3.9G 30 DGBC CP40-5 4920 3000 2700 400 1500 168 2300 900 900 1000 400 520 400 1325
52 4BT3.9G1 42 DGCA CP50-5 5000 3000 2700 400 1500 221 2300 900 900 1000 400 520 400 1325
64 4BT3.9G2 51 DGCB CP60-5 5000 3000 2700 400 1500 221 2300 900 900 1000 400 520 400 1325
70 4BTA3.9G1 56 DGCC CP70-5 5000 3000 2700 400 1500 221 2300 900 900 1000 400 520 400 1410

96 6BT5.9G2 77 DGDB CP90-5 5600 3000 2700 400 1500 208 2300 900 1200 1000 400 520 400 1630
106 6BT5.9G2 85 DGDF CP100-5 5600 3000 2700 400 1500 208 2300 900 1200 1000 400 520 400 1630

129 6CT8.3G2 103 DGEA CP125-5 6300 3000 2800 400 1500 320 2300 900 1200 1200 400 520 400 1910
153 6CTA8.3G 122 DGFA CP150-5 6300 3000 2800 400 1500 320 2300 900 1200 1200 400 520 400 1910
185 6CTA8.3G 148 DGFB CP180-5 6300 3000 2800 400 1500 320 2300 900 1200 1200 400 520 400 2070
200 6CTAA8.3G 163 DGFC CP200-5 6450 3000 2800 400 1500 320 2300 1200 1200 1200 400 520 400 2070

233 LTA10G2 186 DFAB CP200-5 7100 3250 2900 500 1625 426 2400 1200 1200 1200 300 625 400 2285
252 LTA10G3 202 DFAC CP250-5 7100 3250 2900 500 1625 426 2400 1200 1200 1200 300 625 400 2285

315 NT855G6 252 DFBH CP300-5 7240 3200 3000 500 1600 362 2500 1200 1200 1600 400 625 400 2525
350 NTA855G4 280 DFCC CP350-5 7240 3200 3000 500 1600 362 2500 1200 1200 1600 400 625 400 2525
431* NTA855G6 340 DFCE CS450-5 7360 3200 3200 500 1600 362 2700 1500 1200 1800 400 625 400 2630

431 KTA19G3 345 DFEC CP400-5 7775 3400 3250 500 1700 420 2750 1500 1200 1850 400 775 400 2815
450 KTA19G3 360 DFEL CP450-5 7775 3400 3250 500 1700 420 2750 1500 1200 1850 400 775 400 2815
511 KTA19G4 409 DFED CP500-5 7775 3400 3250 500 1700 420 2750 1500 1200 1850 400 775 400 2815

Before finalising the generator room layout please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm. airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Standby rating only.

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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES

Cummins Generating Sets 30 kVA - 511 kVA

Generator room layout with Acoustic Treatment to achieve 85dB(A) @ 1 metre

SEE NOTES

SET

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

EXHAUST

H
AIR
FLOW

OUTLET
ATTENUATOR
DATUM
SET

SET
DATUM
N

A
FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED
M

CABLE TRENCH

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING
AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

SUB BASE FUEL TANK

B9
AIR
FLOW

600
L
INLET

INLET
Y

ATTENUATOR

TRENCH
Section B

TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

ACOUSTIC DOOR
SEE NOTES
RE PLANT ACCESS

WEATHER LOUVRE
SEE NOTES

H
B

C
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA – 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITHOUT ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.
SINGLE SETS.

Prime Type Room dimensions Set Set C/L Exhaust Outlet Inlet
Rating of 2000 1999 Length width height back position Offset Height Louvre Uplift Louvre Cable trench position
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C D P E X F G H J K L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 5300 3450 3200 400 1725 300 2700 1500 1800 600 1800 2000 775 500 3150
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 5300 3450 3200 400 1725 300 2700 1500 1800 600 1800 2000 775 500 3150

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 5960 3640 3400 500 1820 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 3575
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 5960 3640 3400 500 1820 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 3575
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 5960 3640 3400 500 1820 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 1665
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 6050 3640 3500 500 1820 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 3825

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP900 -5 6050 3800 3400 500 1900 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 500 3655
1019 KTA38G5 815 DFJD CP100-5 6050 3800 3500 500 1900 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 6800 3800 3500 500 1900 350 3000 2100 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 4375
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 7500 4000 3500 500 2000 350 3000 2100 2150 600 2300 2600 920 600 5000

1688 QSK60G3 1350 DQKB CP1700-5 7850 4500 4400 600 2250 693 3720 2750 3000 525 3300 3300 600
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 7850 4500 4400 600 2250 693 3720 2750 3000 525 3300 3300 600

Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

Model CP625-5 (640kVA) in a typical hot climate installation.

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Cummins Generating Sets 575 - 2000 kVA

a P

X
F
SET

EXHAUST
APPROX

SEE
NOTE

aa
Generator room layout without Acoustic Treatment

D
SET

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

H
AIR
FLOW
DATUM

CANVAS
DUCTING

SET
DATUM
N

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED

B11
A
CABLE TRENCH

SEE NOTE RE.

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
L

AIR
FLOW
M
PANEL PC005

H
TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

J
Section B

(IF SUPPLIED)

WEATHER LOUVRE
SEE NOTES

MIN 600 DEPTH

K

TO SUIT CABLE SIZE

C
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA – 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.
SINGLE SETS.

Prime Type Room dimensions Set Set C/L Exhaust Exhaust Attenuator
Rating of 2000 1999 length width height back position offset height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C D P E X F Y G H L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 8400 3450 3450 400 1725 400 2950 1500 1500 2000 400 775 500 5150
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 8400 3450 3450 400 1725 400 2950 1500 1500 2000 400 775 500 5150

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 8400 3640 3700 500 1820 400 3150 2400 1200 2400 400 920 500 5100
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 8400 3640 3700 500 1820 400 3150 2400 1200 2400 400 920 500 5100
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 8400 3640 3700 500 1820 400 3150 2400 1200 2400 400 920 500 5100
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 8450 3640 3800 500 1820 450 3150 2700 1200 2400 200 920 500 5100

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP900-5 9500 3800 3800 500 1900 450 3100 1950 1800 2200 200 920 500 3655
1019 KTA38G5 815 DFJD CP1000-5 9500 3800 3800 500 1900 450 3100 1950 1800 2200 200 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 10360 3800 3800 500 1900 450 3100 1950 1800 2200 200 920 600 4375
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 11700 4000 4500 500 2000 500 3500 2450 2100 2600 200 920 600 5000

1688 QSK60G3 1350 DQKB CP1700-5 12650 4500 4500 600 2250 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 600
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 12650 4500 4500 600 2250 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 600

Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

Good example of purpose made building to house two 1000 kVA generators with sound attenuators extending to the
outside.
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a P
F

X
SET

EXHAUST
APPROX

SEE
NOTE

AIR
FLOW
E

aa
Cummins Generator Sets 575 - 2000 kVA
Generator room layout with Acoustic Treatment to Achieve 85dBA @ 1 metre

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

H
OUTLET
SET
DATUM

ATTENUATOR
DATUM
SET

D
N

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED

A
L

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

B13
TRENCH
M

CABLE TRENCH

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK
AIR
FLOW
INLET
ATTENUATOR

INLET
ATTENUATOR

MIN 600 DEPTH

TO SUIT CABLE SIZE
Section B

TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

G
B

ACOUSTIC DOOR
SEE NOTE RE.
MACHINE ACCESS

WEATHER LOUVRE
SEE NOTES
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

ROOM WITH TWO GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 233 kVA - 511 kVA GENERATING SETS WITHOUT ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust OUTLET INLET

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height apart back set C/L Offset Height LOUVRE uplift LOUVRE Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F G H J K L M N
233 LTA10G2 186 DFAB CP200-5 4850 6300 2800 2250 500 2425 361 2300 1000 1075 520 1150 1250 625 400 2285
252 LTA10G3 202 DFAC CP250-5 4850 6300 2800 2250 500 2425 361 2300 1000 1075 520 1150 1250 625 400 2285

315 NT855G6 252 DFBH CP300-5 4850 6200 2700 2200 500 2425 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2525
350 NTA855G4 280 DFCC CP350-5 4850 6200 2700 2200 500 2425 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2525
431* NTA855G6 340 DFCE CS450-5 4850 6200 2700 2200 500 2425 284 2300 1000 1300 700 1250 1400 625 400 2630

431 KTA19G3 345 DFEC CP400-5 5275 6600 3000 2400 400 2500 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815
450 KTA19G3 360 DFEL CP450-5 5275 6600 3000 2400 400 2500 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815
511 KTA19G4 409 DFED CP500-5 5275 6600 3000 2400 400 2500 320 2500 1400 1450 700 1600 1675 775 400 2815

Before finalising the generator room layout please ensure you read the guidance notes.
*Standby rating only.

Twin CP1000-5 sets (1000kVA) with QST30 G4 engines, PCC control and DMC autosync cubicle in a typical
installation.
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a Z

P
F

X
SET
SEE
NOTE

aa
Cummins Generating Sets 233 - 511 kVA
2 Set installation without Acoustic Treatment

FUEL TRANSFER

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

H
AIR
FLOW
SET

TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED
DATUM

CANVAS
DUCTS

SET
DATUM
N
A

SET

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

B15
SEE NOTE RE.
M

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
AIR
FLOW

MIN
600
J

POWER COMMAND
PARALLELING PANEL

TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE
NOTES

H
K
C
Section B

B
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

ROOM WITH TWO GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 233 kVA – 511 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust Attenuator

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height Apart back Set C/L Offset Height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F Y G H L M N
233 LTA10G2 186 DFAB CP200-5 7700 6300 2900 2250 500 2425 426 2400 1200 1500 1200 300 625 400 2285
252 LTA10G3 202 DFAC CP250-5 7700 6300 2900 2250 500 2425 426 2400 1200 1500 1200 300 625 400 2285

315 NT855G6 252 DFBH CP300-5 7840 6200 3000 2200 500 2425 362 2500 1200 1500 1600 400 625 400 2525
350 NTA855G4 280 DFCC CP350-5 7840 6200 3000 2200 500 2425 362 2500 1200 1500 1600 400 625 400 2525
431* NTA855G6 340 DFCE CS450-5 7960 6200 3200 2200 500 2425 362 2700 1500 1500 1800 400 625 400 2630

431 KTA19G3 345 DFEC CP400-5 8375 6600 3250 2400 400 2500 420 2750 1500 1500 1850 400 775 400 2815
450 KTA19G3 360 DFEL CP450-5 8375 6600 3250 2400 400 2500 420 2750 1500 1500 1850 400 775 400 2815
511 KTA19G4 409 DFED CP500-5 8375 6600 3250 2400 400 2500 420 2750 1500 1500 1850 400 775 400 2815

Before finalising the generator room layout please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm. airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Standby rating only.

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P
a X
F

SEE
NOTE

aa
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES

Cummins Generating Sets 233 - 511 kVA

Room layout for 2 Set installation with Acoustic Treatment to Achieve 85dBA @ 1 metre

H
Y D
DATUM
SET

CANVAS
DUCTS

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

AIR
FLOW
SET
DATUM
N
A

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

B17
SET
M

SEE NOTE RE.

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
AIR
FLOW

MIN
600
INLET

300
Y

POWER COMMAND
Section B

PARALLELING PANEL

TRENCH TO SWITCHROOM
F

WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE
NOTES

H
B

C
RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

ROOM WITH TWO GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA - 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITHOUT ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust OUTLET INLET

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height apart back set C/L Offset Height LOUVRE uplift LOUVRE Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F G H J K L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 5300 6700 3200 2450 400 2575 300 2700 1500 1800 600 1800 2000 775 500 3500
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 5300 6700 3200 2450 400 2575 300 2700 1500 1800 600 1800 2000 775 500 3500

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 5960 7080 3400 2640 500 2620 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 3900
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 5960 7080 3400 2640 500 2620 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 3900
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 5960 7080 3400 2640 500 2620 300 2950 1500 1850 600 1850 2000 920 500 3900
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 6050 7080 3500 2640 500 2620 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 4200

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP900-5 6050 7400 3500 2800 500 2700 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 500 3655
1019 KTA38G5 815 DFJD CP1000-5 6200 7400 3500 2800 500 2700 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 6800 7400 3500 2800 500 2700 350 3000 1800 2150 600 2200 2350 920 600 5000
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 7500 7800 3500 3000 600 2800 350 3000 2100 2150 600 2300 2600 920 600 5700

1688 QSK60G3 1350 DQKB CP1700-5 7850 8800 4400 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2750 3000 525 3300 3300 645 600 4805
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 7850 8800 4400 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2750 3000 525 3300 3300 645 600 4805

Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

Three 1250 kVA standby sets with Cummins KTA50G engines provide backup to 150
computer centres in Norway.

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Room layout for 2 Set installation without Acoustic Treatment

FUEL TRANSFER
TANK INCLUDED
DATUM
SET

TRENCH IF BULK
CANVAS
DUCTS

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

H
AIR
FLOW
SET
DATUM
N
A

SET

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

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SEE NOTE RE.

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
M

AIR
FLOW

MIN
600
WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE NOTES

300

POWER COMMAND
PARALLELING PANEL

TRENCH TO
SWITCHROOM

WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE
NOTES

DEPTH TO SUIT
CABLE SIZE
K
C
Section B

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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

ROOM WITH TWO GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA – 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust Attenuator

Rating of 2000 1999 Length width height apart back set C/L Offset height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F Y G H L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 9000 6700 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 1800 2000 400 775 500 3500
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 9000 6700 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 1800 2000 400 775 500 3500

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 9000 7080 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1500 2400 400 920 500 3900
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 9000 7080 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1500 2400 400 920 500 3900
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 9000 7080 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1500 2400 400 920 500 3900
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 9050 7080 3800 2640 500 2620 450 3150 2700 1500 2400 200 920 500 4200

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP900-5 10100 7400 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2100 2200 200 920 500 3655
1016 KTA38G5 815 DFJD CP1000-5 10100 7400 3800 2800 500 2700 500 3100 1950 2100 2200 200 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 10960 7400 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2100 2200 200 920 600 5000
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 12300 7800 4500 3000 600 2800 500 3500 2450 2400 2600 200 920 600 5700

1688 QSK60G3 1350 DQKB CP1700-5 12650 8800 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 12650 8800 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805

Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES

Cummins Generating Sets 575 - 2000 kVA

Room layout for 2 Set installation with Acoustic Treatment

SEE NOTES

H
Y D

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

AIR
FLOW
DATUM
SET

CANVAS
DUCTS

SET
DATUM
N
A

SET

SET

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST
BELLOWS

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SEE NOTE RE.
L

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
M

AIR
FLOW

MIN
600
INLET

300
Section B

POWER COMMAND
PARALLELING PANEL

TRENCH TO SWITCHROOM

DEPTH TO SUIT
CABLE SIZE
WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE
NOTES
F

H
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ROOM WITH THREE GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA – 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust Attenuator

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height Apart back set C/L Offset Height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F Y G H L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 9300 9150 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 1950 2000 400 775 500 3500
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 9300 9150 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 1950 2000 400 775 500 3500

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 9300 9720 3700 2640 400 2620 400 3150 2400 1650 2400 400 920 500 3900
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 9300 9720 3700 2640 400 2620 400 3150 2400 1650 2400 400 920 500 3900
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 9300 9720 3700 2640 400 2620 400 3150 2400 1650 2400 400 920 500 3900
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 9350 9720 3800 2640 450 2620 450 3150 2700 1650 2400 200 920 500 4200

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP700-5 10400 10200 3800 2800 450 2700 450 3100 1950 2000 2200 200 920 500 3655
1016 KTA38G3 815 DFJD CP1000-5 10400 10200 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2000 2200 200 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 11260 10200 3800 2800 450 2700 450 3100 1950 2250 2200 200 920 600 5000
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 12600 10800 4500 3000 500 2800 500 3500 2450 2550 2600 200 920 600 5700

1688 QSK60G3 1300 DQKB CP1700-5 12650 12300 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 12650 12300 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805
Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

ROOM WITH FOUR GENERATORS INSTALLED.

CUMMINS ENGINE POWERED 575 kVA – 2000 kVA GENERATING SETS WITH ACOUSTIC TREATMENT.

Prime Type Room dimensions Positions Exhaust Attenuator

Rating of 2000 1999 length width height Apart back set C/L Offset Height Dimensions uplift Cable trench position.
KVA ENGINE Model Model A B C Z D P E X F Y G H L M N
575 VTA28G5 460 DFGA CP575-5 9600 11600 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 2100 2000 400 775 500 3500
640 VTA28G5 512 DFGB CP625-5 9600 11600 3450 2450 400 2575 400 2950 1500 2100 2000 400 775 500 3500

725 QST30G1 580 DFHA CP700-5 9600 12360 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1800 2400 400 920 500 3900
800 QST30G2 640 DFHB CP800-5 9600 12360 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1800 2400 400 920 500 3900
939 QST30G3 751 DFHC CP900-5 9600 12360 3700 2640 500 2620 400 3150 2400 1800 2400 400 920 500 3900
1000 QST30G4 800 DFHD CP1000-5 9650 12360 3800 2640 500 2620 450 3150 2700 1800 2400 200 920 500 4200

936 KTA38G3 748 DFJC CP900-5 10400 13000 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2000 2200 200 920 500 3655
1016 KTA38G3 815 DFJD CP1000-5 10400 13000 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2000 2200 200 920 600 3655

1256 KTA50G3 1005 DFLC CP1250-5 11560 13000 3800 2800 500 2700 450 3100 1950 2400 2200 200 920 600 5000
1405 KTA50G8 1125 DFLE CP1400-5 12900 13800 4500 3000 600 2800 500 3500 2450 2700 2600 200 920 600 5700

1688 QSK60G3 1300 DQKB CP1700-5 12650 15800 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805
1875* QSK60G3 1500 DQKC CP1875-5 12650 15800 4500 3500 600 3050 693 3720 2800 2400 2600 525 645 600 4805
Before finalising the generator room layout design please ensure you read the guidance notes.
The attenuator dimensions indicated are based on 100mm airways and 200mm acoustic modules.
In free field conditions we would expect this treatment to achieve 85dBA at 1 metre.
*Note: Prime rating now extends up to 2000 kVA.

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Cummins Generating Sets 575 - 2000 kVA (up to 4.5 MW installation)
Room layout for Multiple Set installation with Acoustic Treatment to Achieve 85dBA @ 1 metre

H
Y D

FUEL TRANSFER
TRENCH IF BULK
TANK INCLUDED

WALL PLATES & SLEEVE

SEE NOTES

AIR
FLOW
SET
DATUM
N

BELLOWS

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SET

SET

SET

SET

SEE NOTE RE.

M

MACHINE ACCESS

EXHAUST HUNG FROM CEILING

50mm MINERAL LAGGING

AND ALUMINIUM CLAD

FLEXIBLE EXHAUST

SUB BASE
FUEL TANK

TRENCH
AIR
FLOW

MIN
600
INLET

INLET

INLET

INLET

300

POWER COMMAND
PARALLELING PANEL

TRENCH TO SWITCHROOM

WEATHER
LOUVRE
SEE
NOTES

H
F

G
Section B

C
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RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZES Section B

Multiple Gen Set Installations

4 x 800 kVA Gen Sets in a ground level room installation with simple but effective exhaust run.

Four 1500 kVA sets with KTA50 engines running on base load operation in Saudi Arabia.
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Enclosed and Roof Mounted

Generating Sets
Where internal Ground Floor or Basement space is
unavailable, either an adjacent outside location can be
used or, providing the structure is sufficiently strong
enough or can be strengthened, the flat roof area of a
building can be used. Roof installations have become
widely used in many towns and cities where space is of
a premium. Packaged and soundproofed individual units
up to 2MW each have been successfully accommodated
in this manner over the last few years in many countries.
Recommendations for Roof Top and High Level
Installations
Only consider when there is no ground or basement
level room available or/and when the cost of high level
installation – including structural work – is cheaper than
normal installations.
Benefits Disadvantages
No air flow problems Roof structure may have to
No expensive ductwork be strengthened
No lengthy exhaust runs Large crane required
No problems with Possible road closure
exhaust Planning permission required
fume emissions Longer cable runs
No noise problem Limited fuel storage
No space limitation
problems

Unusual roof top (15 storeys high) installation for three

1500 kVA sets demands re-assembly of sets using rails
and specially built A frame for transport and lifting.

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Roof structure (b) Installing additional vibration dampers between the

The structure of the roof area must be suitable for an generating set chassis and the roof. This
installation. The strength of the flooring structure is vital. combination eliminates up to 98% of the vibration.
Should the floor be found unsuitable the problem can (c) With generators over 1MW it may also be desirable
often be overcome by installing a floating floor of to include a concrete slab base which in turn is
structural steel platforms across the building’s main resiliently mounted to eliminate vibration through the
columns. building.
Vibrations While all these methods have been used on various
buildings within the UK the majority have been found
Transmitted vibration through the building can be
quite satisfactorily with the normal built-in anti-vibration
drastically reduced by:
system as described in item (a) and in other cases a
(a) Having built-in anti-vibration units within the design combination of any two of the methods described has
of the generating set. This eliminates up to 75-80% proved more than adequate.
of transmitted engine vibrations.

Where possible a
packaged set,
300 kVA as shown
in picture, on a base
frame provides a
faster installation.
Silenced enclosure
drops over unit.
Note prepared steel
structure support
base.
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Noise For this reason, many enclosures are specified as ‘Sky

It is recommended that all generating sets installed at Blue’. The interpretation for colour ranges from Light
roof level have soundproof enclosures fitted or are Grey to Dark Blue. It is wise, therefore, to seek guidance
installed in rooms with full inlet and outlet sound from the local planning authorities in this respect.
attenuators and twin residential silencers. Heavy duty It is the Client’s or Agent’s responsibility to acquire
soundproof enclosures can reduce noise levels by 15 to Planning Permission.
30dB(A) and limited only by budget or local noise
Fuel Supply
regulations. A sound level of 75dB(A) at 1 metre is a
substantial reduction and equal to a normal office A very limited amount of fuel storage is permitted at roof
environment. level. Weight and Fire considerations are paramount. In
general, a ‘day tank’ for each set is permitted but even
Accessibility this may be limited to 450 litres (100 gallons) by some
The final roof location for the generator must take into Local Planning and Fire Authorities. It is essential to
account access and cranage requirements. For example, obtain full approval from the Authorities for the fuel
a 100 ton mobile crane with a 30m (100ft.) radius will system.
only lift approximately 5 tons. Lifting vertically is no Your bulk fuel storage will be at ground level and subject
problem but positioning a large generator 30 or 40 to the Fire Regulations governing all safety aspects. Fuel
metres from the building’s edge will place a heavy stress will be pumped up to the day service tank – which will
on the crane’s jib. The lifting capacity is therefore limited normally have a high and low float level regulator fitted to
by the required reach or radius. To illustrate, in order to control the pump motor. It is essential that the day tank
lift a 1.3MW set weighing 22 tons onto an eight storey has adequately sized overflow pipework – certainly equal
roof and place it 14 metres from the edge, it was found to the supply pipe size if not larger – which returns to the
necessary to use a 250 ton crane. bulk fuel tank.
In many cases because of the weight and radius
problem coupled with ground and street accessibility, it is
necessary to dismantle the generating set – sometimes
into five or six loads – engine, alternator, chassis, control
cubicle, soundproof enclosure and radiator.
Although this procedure may take a little longer in terms
of crane hire, dismantling and re-assembling, the smaller
crane size will cost less and overall the total installation
price is unlikely to be greatly changed.
It is possible to use a Helicopter, although there will be
weight and flying limitations, and this can be very cost
effective if all the restrictions can be overcome. At least 2
tons can be lifted and although this invariably means
dismantling the generator the cost of a helicopter will
only be a fifth of the cost of an equivalent sized crane.
In order to use a helicopter, it must have a ‘safe’
dropping area to fly over if it has to carry the equipment
any distance. Alternatively, it has to be able to lift from a
‘free and safe’ area in order to land equipment on a roof.
The helicopter hire company will advise you and seek
flying permission from the Aviation Authorities or the
whole job can be left to the generating set manufacturer.
Colour and Planning Permission
As you will almost certainly be changing the shape of the
skyline, Planning Permission will have to be sought.
Many area authorities stipulate that existing skylines
cannot be altered, whilst others specify that soundproof
enclosures must blend with the skyline.

Roof mounted remote radiators for four 1000 kVA sets

and extended exhaust tail pipes where space and air
flow is restricted.
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Exhaust and Air Flows Cabling

Few problems are likely to be encountered with either Probably the most expensive item as a result of roof top
exhaust or air flows at roof top levels and this is a major installation. It is recommended that the control cubicle
advantage with this type of location. If the roof level is containing the changeover contractors be located as
below adjoining buildings, the direction of the exhaust close to the building’s incoming public power supply as
system should be carefully sited – and prevailing winds possible. This will limit one of your main power cable
taken into consideration. A vertical stack with a runs to the minimum.
weathercap is occasionally recommended if offices with Control cables will still have to be run up to the roof level
open windows are in close proximity. but these are small core cables. It is recommended that
Air flow inlet areas should be kept clear of any the generator’s control system, sensing and
obstructions likely to restrict the air intake passage. Air instrumentation, be retained in close proximity to the
outlet is unlikely to cause any problems but again installed generator. Output cable from the generator
prevailing winds should be considered as gale force should use existing service ducting where possible.
winds blowing straight into the air outlet may cause
Police
restriction. As a solution use angled outlet louvres to
overcome this problem. Invariably, the use of heavy vehicles and large cranes
will mean road closures, particularly in densely
populated urban areas. Notifying the Police well in
advance is recommended and their co-operation
encouraged. In busy city areas, traffic diversions are
essential – it also means delivery and installation is only
possible at weekends.

Two roof mounted super-silenced 1000 KVA sets with extended attenuators for a superstore provide a clean
installation.
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Recommended room sizes for Natural The external structure of the building may be made of
Gas Generating Sets 1400 to 2000 kVA steel with insulating material or of concrete.
Sufficiently large maintenance doors should be provided
Power station with silencing treatment and designed
to allow generator set removal from the building.
for tropical climates and prime/continuous operation.
Combustion air is taken into the generator set room from
Main features, with soundproofing outside by a fan through a sound trap. The air outlet is
This power plant room is designed for temperate climates soundproofed and the exhaust line is equipped with two
or hot climate countries. Enhanced for sound attenuation high efficiency residential silencers.
the residual noise level is 50 dBA @ 50 metres. Power cables may be routed in trenches or on overhead
Maintenance areas are provided around the generator cable trays.
sets, providing the ability to repair each generator set
individually without breakout noise.

Prime Rating Prime Rating

Set Sizes (approx)
kVA (kW) 50Hz Gen Set Room Set Room Height O/Length kVA (kW) 60Hz
1500 rpm Set Engine A B C D 1200 rpm Length (m) Width Height Weight (tons)
1625 (1300) CQVF QSV81G 10.0m (33') 5.7m (18.7') 3.4m (11') 14.5m (47.6') 1375 (1100) 5.95 1.72 2.35 19.0
Vee 16 cyl
1875 (1500) CQVG QSV91G 10.0m (33') 5.7m (18.7') 3.4m (11') 14.5m (47.6') 1500 (1200) 6.20 1.72 2.35 21.0
Vee 18 cyl

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Large Containerised Power Plants Installation of radiators

Radiators should be installed at ten metres distance from
General
the generator containers, to prevent exhaust gases
Containerised power plants are designed to be EASILY recirculating through the radiator. If multiple radiators are
AND QUICKLY DELIVERED ALL OVER THE WORLD, installed, it is recommended to group them, ensuring that
AND INSTALLED IN A VERY SHORT TIME. THE LOW the lateral air inlet section is equal or more than the top
SOUND LEVEL of a soundproofed container is 85 dB(A) surface. This arrangement ensures fresh air can reach
at one metre distance around the container or 75 dB(A) the central blowers. If these rules are followed,
with the supersilenced version. recirculating hot air from existing radiators will be
Modularity minimised.
These large power plants are enclosed in two kinds of Exhaust stack
containers, one 40ft for the generating set, one 20ft or If exhaust lines are grouped into a common stack, each
40ft, air conditioned, for electrical items. Radiators are single engine exhaust should be routed separately.
delivered separately and installed near the generator
container. Civil works
Step-up power transformers are situated outdoors. Free areas to be provided between containers, with
Prepared cables are available for interconnecting separate trenches for pipes and for power cables.
mechanical and electrical containers. External cooling Control and instrumentation cables may be eventually
piping material is delivered loose. All the external installed over the pipes, but should never be routed with
equipment (silencers, radiators, ventilation) is delivered power cables. Trenches shall be well drained by a large
in a separate container. diameter free running pipe.
A workshop container, with air conditioning may be Concrete slab should be layed on a well drained area.
ordered as an option. Slab around containers must be able to support the
weight of generator sets when removed from container,
Installation Requirements and the surround must provide a solid base for operating
Containerised plant is intended to permit quick the loading cranes.
installation on a paved area. Cables and pipe trenches Paved or gravelled area should be layed under radiators,
can be provided for multiple generator sets to prevent dust clogging.
interconnection. Slab concrete thickness should not vary
more than 30 mm over the whole seating area of the
generator set container. Horizontal tolerance is 10 mm
per metre. Slab strength shall be sufficient to support
indicated weights only. There are no significant dynamic
forces during operation.
Local scope of supply is mainly the electrical distribution
system and/or switchboard.
Operating power supply needs (25 to 50kW per
generator set) for preheating and starting, and fresh
water delivery for cooling circuit top-up.
Black-start containerised power plant can be provided on
request.

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Large Containerised Power Plants

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Recommended buildings room sizes for The electrical room should be built in masonry to prevent
Natural Gas generating sets 1400 to temperature changes and condensation effects. Placed
2000 kVA in the middle of the building it will shorten power and
control lines. Power cables may be routed in trenches or
Basic Power Station without sound attenuation on overhead cable trays.
treatment Radiators are grouped together to prevent hot air
Main features recirculating. It is recommended to place them 10 metres
This power plant is designed for cost effective (30 ft) from the power station.
installation, providing fast commissioning and simplified
servicing.

Prime Ratings Number Prime Ratings

kVA (kW) 50Hz Gen of kVA (kW) 60Hz
1500 rpm Set Engine W P E H gensets 1200 rpm

1625 (1300) CQVF QSV81G MV-HV 2 to 8 1375 (1100)

V16 6.5 m
15.0 m 5.0 m 21 ft 7.0 m
1875 (1500) CQVG QSV91G 49 ft 16' 5" LV 23 ft 2 to 8 1500 (1200)
V18 7.0 m
23 ft

The whole building is erected on an elevated slab to

prevent flooding. The structure of the building is made of
steel with a wall filling of corrugated steel or masonry.
Fans are installed on the front of the building and push
air towards the engine, transformer and generator. Room
ventilation may be by natural convection through large
inlet and outlet louvres, if ambient temperature is below
35ºC. Air exits are normally on the roof but take care that
louvres are not facing main winds.
Mechanical auxiliaries are positioned near the front end
of the engine to reduce piping runs.
An oil bath air filter, placed outdoors takes in air at a high
level to prevent dust and exhaust hot air recirculating.

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Three containerised, 2.2 MW HV sets used for peak

lopping duties with horizontal external cooling radiators.
Whole installation silenced down to 75dB(A) at 1m and
inaudible at around 50ft.

6.6 MW installation.
Fuel piping and auxiliary
cabling runs.

Three 2.2MW HV standby sets in specially prepared plant room. Note height required to accommodate large silencers.
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