This EMMY ® Award Winning Mobile Power Station was developed by Russell Saunders to guarantee uninterrupted power from two disparate sources for a technical compound during a live broadcast. This unique Mobile Power Station technology is available only through Saunders Electric as a self contained truck or trailer providing complete transportable power distribution, data acquisition and synchronous power. Since even automatic transfer switches will cause power loss/fluctuations that typically are not acceptable to technical facilities, this system provides the first ever continuous power source that can not be disrupted by a utility company blackout or generator malfunction.

The generator and utility power sources are synchronized to eliminate the need for a transfer switch. The station is completely mobile for ease of use in any technical production compound. The station is capable of providing complete power transformation and separate distribution for lighting and technical use on any production. This station (and associated generator(s) can be operated and monitored by a single technician.

What's included with the self-contained Mobile Power Station?

300KVA Technical Power Transformer / Isolation Facilities - Capable of 2500 Amp's at 120 Volts, power transformer has integrated cooling system and taps for boosting output voltages

Synchronous Generator to Utility Load Command Control Module - This system permits the integration of a synchronous generator - to- utility (or another generator) removing the need for manual or automatic transfer systems. This control module ties the generator and utility lines together as a single buss system. (billed as an add-on product only when used)

Isolation Transformer System - This system provides a separate power source from the technical section which can independently boost voltage as necessary for the use. Electrostatically shielded to clean the incoming voltage of any spurious RFI signals or harmonics. Capable of 600 AMPS at 120V.

Manual Transfer System - This system is integrated into technical distribution as an optional back-up component for shows that want the power distribution aspects of the system but don’t need the synchronous transfer mechanism.

Data Acquisition and Monitoring System - used to capture power utilization during the rehearsals and live performance for systems analysis and monitoring Voltage, Amperage, and Frequency of Power distribution mains and sub-distribution. A built in paging feature automatically engages based upon pre-determined criteria enabling the technician to leave the station to service power users and be automatically pages if an alarm goes off. This system enables us to provide real time analysis of power consumption, peak loads, and load distribution anytime during the rehearsals, production as well as logging data for later analysis. Developed by Saunders Electric, the system warns of high/low set alarms, over current draws, overheating of critical switch gear and control systems, total system condition as well as various programmable parameters. These time saving attributes enable the station technician to monitor and adjust the technical and lighting distribution systems for optimum performance.

Power Distribution Panel - The power distribution panels built in to the mobile power stations have ten 200A 3-pole circuit breaker type switches. All secondary distribution uses camlok type connection is contained in belly boxes accessible from the exterior of the station and protected from the weather.

Technician’s Station - All our mobile power stations have technician stations which allow complete control and monitoring of all distribution facets.

The station minimizes on-site production set-up time and man hours while facilitating protection of sensitive electronic equipment such as audio, video, and projection systems. It can be fully energized and operational within minutes upon arrival at your production site!!!

The Mobile Power Station has been used on such high profile broadcasts as:

The Academy Awards
Emmy’s
Grammy's
American Music Awards
KTLA Christmas Parade
World Series
Stanley Cup Playoffs
and 1996 Olympic Games International Broadcast Compound, to name a few.

Pricing is quoted by the job. The Mobile Power Station can be used as a distribution truck without the synchronization system, with commensurate pricing. The Mobile Power Station requires a Saunders Electric trained technician. Transportation fees to/from jobs outside the LA Basin are quoted on mileage basis. Additional cable, cable crossovers, etc. can be ordered to accommodate your power distribution needs at the destination site.