Shore Power Applications

Ports in today’s world have more demanding electrical needs. With the many advances in technology and increase in intermodal trade, there is a higher demand for power. In this worldwide economy, it is imperative that the equipment will work even in the worst conditions. In ports and harbors, water damage can be a big problem. Shore power distribution needs to be flexible, reliable and safe for all who use it.

Because these ports can be temporary homes for ships from around the world, the electrical needs can be as diversified as the people who operate them. ESL can solve the connection problem between terminal and unique ship configuration. As a world leader in the production of shore-power technology, ESL works with both port and ship to custom design the most effective solution.

In ESL’s local ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach alone, roughly 33 tons of nitrogen oxide (Nox) is pumped into the harbor sky daily by cargo ships. This pollution can be reduced by 39% if these ports were to implement “cold-ironing,” a simple process of ships plugging into shore-side power while in berth. According to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, this method removes more than three tons of Nox and 350 pounds of particulate matter from the air from each ship that is “plugged in.” The Port of LA has begun to employ this course of action. The China Shipping Company now utilizes this container terminal, and six more companies are following suit.

Custom Design Service

Shore power products are uniquely built for each customer. Because the needs of different projects can vary greatly, ESL custom designs each product to fulfill individual requirements. The team at ESL will prepare submittals as fast as possible, and thorough product manuals for easy operation and maintenance.

Interview: ESL team members meet with the client to discuss problems, requirements, and possible solutions.

Engineering: Design begins. All project parts are collected in-house and quotes are made. After first draft inspection and client approval, production begins.

Assembly: The project is assembled and thoroughly tested in the ESL plant, then shipped anywhere in the world.

Civilian and Military Requirements
All shore power products must be able to withstand wet environments. ESL products feature NEMA 4X enclosures to offer greater protection against water and water intrusion. ESL projects built for military use have the additional requirement of using only Mil-Spec parts and equipment, meeting the highest quality control standards.