| Power*Tools for Windows 7.0 Released! |
| As we begin the new year, SKM is proud to release Power*Tools for Windows Version 7.0! This new major release is the accumulation of 40 years of research and innovation. As the seventh generation of the industry standard PTW software, Version 7.0 is designed and built to unleash your productivity with enhanced tools for system design, model documentation, and reporting features. PTW Version 7.0 pushes the limits in both flexible features – significantly improving your efficiency. This software works in perfect harmony with the next generation platforms and operating systems to deliver the industry’s best power analysis software solution. Best of all, it’s FREE to all users with a current maintenance agreement! |
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| Here are just some of the many new features in PTW Version 7.0: |
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NFPA 70E 2012 Edition Arc Flash Updates |
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DC Arc Flash Analysis |
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NESC 2012 Edition Arc Flash Updates |
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Easily evaluate Arc Flash worst case results across scenarios |
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Automatic layout for TCC drawings, one-line diagrams, and Arc Flash results |
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New solar photovoltaic and wind turbine generator components with verified and validated library from various manufacturers |
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Arc Flash maintenance mode for alternative settings |
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Plot Generator Decrement curves on TCC drawings |
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Enhanced reporting options |
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New additions to the protective device equipment library |
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Promote components, one-line drawings, TCC drawings, and study cases to any scenario |
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| Download Version 7.0 from our website here. To view the entire enhancement list, click here. If you are without a current maintenance agreement, email sales@skm.com or call 1-800-500-4SKM with your license serial number. |
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| 2012 SKM Training Schedule |
| With a successful 2011 training schedule, we are proud to release our upcoming 2012 PTW training schedule. Join us and see why thousands of power engineers have praised our training to be the best in the industry. |
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| SKM Courses 101 & 102 (Standard & Advanced Software Training) |
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| SKM Courses 201 & 202 (Coordination & Arc Flash Hands-On) |
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| SKM Courses 204 & 205 (Motor Starting & Harmonics) |
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| Common Questions Answered! |
| Q: How do I determine the Arc Flash hazard for single phase equipment? |
A: There isn’t a widely accepted standard (IEEE, NFPA, etc.) that discusses single phase systems in detail. In PTW, you can run a unbalanced short circuit study using the Unbalanced module.
Then enter the SLG fault current or using the 3P fault from UBSC results to the AF screen. PTW automatically unlinks the SC and link TCC. You can enter the adjusted fault current based on the UBSC results and Arc Flash program reads the trip time automatically. The results will be conservative, but having an answer is better than having no answer at all.
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| What Arc Flash Compliance managers really need to know |
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| New Arc Flash Compliance Course for Managers |
| These days everyone is talking about Arc Flash, but what does it really mean for someone that responsible for implementing a safely program and in charge of the lives of their workers? Join us for this special course designed for Compliance managers on how to tackle setting up a safety program and confidently take the reins. Learn from our experts and speak with other managers in the same shoes. Also, join us for a complementary dinner with our experts and fellow managers! Contact training@skm.com for more information! |
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| Visit our New Website! |
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| The release of PTW Version 7.0 also marks the launch of our new website. Included in the redesign are new product layouts, FAQ’s, technical guides, and more. Visit and experience our new website today at www.skm.com |
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| Two New SKM White Papers |
Wondering how to approach a dangerous arc flash situation? Read our latest white paper to learn how you can implement arc flash mitigation techniques using Power*Tools for Windows: “Modeling Arc Flash Mitigation Technique”
Learn why line-side and load-side arc flash values have an important significance. Evaluate which option is best for your situation and how to approach equipment labeling in “Arc Flash Line Side vs. Load Side” |
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| Click here to read both papers! |
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| SKM Year in Review |
Whew! 2011 was full of rollercoaster moments for us. We relocated from our home for 40 years in Manhattan Beach down to Redondo Beach. Our new facility gives us more room to grow and to accommodate new staffing. The beautiful ocean front view doesn’t hurt either!
Last year, hundreds of new engineering firms joined us - increasing our market share. Our very own SKM engineers also traveled far and wide to conduct training sessions. We have hosted 29 classes and trained over 540 engineers. If you are interested in taking some classes in 2012, register early because our classes fill up quickly.
Over the past 10 years, SKM has experienced steady and positive growth. We sold more software licenses in the past 6 years compared to the prevoius 34 years combined! Thank you all!
Lastly, we released PTW V7.0 with tons of new features requested by engineers across the world to make this release our most robust software package ever to be released. With the tremendous behind-the-scene implementation and continuous testing and validation, we are excited to bring this software package to the power system community.
As always, your support is highly appreciated! |
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| Solutions For a Growing Industry |
| As the Power Systems Industry grows and new technologies emerge, more advanced studies will be required. Our state-of-the-art software will be there every step of the way. Whether it be Reliability studies or Harmonic Analysis, SKM will have you covered. Contact us for more information or if you would like a free no-risk demo. |
| Personal Computing |
| As our software progresses and our users evolve, there’s an increasing demand to create a customized experience. Power*Tools is the most flexible and customizable software on the market today. Create custom Datablocks, reports, multi-language arc flash labels, one-line templates, and more — quickly and painlessly. Plus, we are just getting started! |
| Spotlight |
Here are some comments from our previous courses:
“[Instructor] is probably the best communicator I have taken in my 35 years of work. ”
“Extremely well designed class. Good instructor and he was able to pace the class and present the material in an effective manner.”
“The handbook was especially helpful. Instructor clarified some of my misunderstandings.”
“The step-by-step instruction throughout reinforced the processes. That made it easy to remember what I was going to do after awhile. I wish I had taken it 10 years ago!!!”
“It was one of the best trainings I’ve been to. You kept me engaged with very little unnecessary down time and kept the class casual enough where everyone felt comfortable. I appreciate the fact that time seemed to go by very quickly and at the same time I learned a lot more about the software than I thought was possible. The hotel amenities and the group dinner on the first night were great as well.” |
| Earn Professional Hours by
taking SKM Courses! |
| All our courses are certified by the IEEE IACET organization to provide you with Continuing Education Credits or Professional Development Hours. Don’t let your Professional license expire. Sign up today! |
| Contact Us to Schedule your Next On-Site Training! |
| Too busy to fly? Have more than 5 engineers to train? No problem, we’ll come to you! Contact us to receive your personalized quote for on-site training. |
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| Client Spotlight |
| If you are involved with an exciting project or you would like your company to be featured in a future newsletter, send us an email at spotlight@skm.com |
| New Software Bundle! |
| We are happy to introduce our new Power*Pack bundle consisting of Dapper, Captor, and Arc Flash Evaluation at an unbelievably low price!
Click here for the price list |
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SKM Systems Analysis, Inc.
One Pearl Street
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
1-800-500-4SKM
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