Load Banks in The Marine & Shipbuilding Sector

Resistor Application Scenarios

Many vessels built today are all-electric. A single power network is supplied by a primary energy source, which can be multiple units of diesel generators or gas turbines.

This integrated power system enables propulsion power to be diverted to on-ship requirements, such as refrigeration on cargo vessels, light, heat and air-conditioning on cruise vessels, and weapon systems on naval ships.

Load Banks play an important role in testing and maintaining the performance of electrical systems on ships, offshore platforms, and other marine applications.

ZENITHSUN has many years’ experience in the testing and commissioning of marine generators, from small ferries to super tankers, from conventional engines with propeller shafts to multi-unit all-electric ships. We also supply many dockyards with equipment for the new generation of warships.

Usages/Functions & Pictures for Resistors in Field

See below for how ZENITHSUN load banks are utilized:

1. Testing Batteries. Zenithsun DC load banks are used to assess the performance of battery systems commonly found in marine applications. By subjecting batteries to a controlled load, load banks can measure their capacity, discharge rates, and overall health. This testing ensures that batteries can provide sufficient power during critical operations and helps identify any degradation or potential failures.
2. Testing Generators. Zenithsun AC load banks are used to test the performance of generators under different loads, ensuring they can handle the expected power demands. This helps identify any issues, such as inadequate power output, voltage fluctuations, or frequency variations.
3. Commissioning and maintenance. Load banks are often used during the commissioning phase of marine vessels or offshore platforms. They allow for comprehensive testing of the entire electrical system, verifying its integrity and performance. Load banks are also used for regular maintenance purposes to assess the condition of power sources and electrical components, preventing unexpected failures and optimizing system reliability.
4. Voltage regulation. Load banks assist in evaluating the voltage regulation capabilities of electrical systems. They can apply varying loads to generators, enabling the measurement of voltage response and stability. This helps ensure that the electrical system can maintain a steady voltage output under different load conditions.