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Case Study - Portable Diesel Generator |
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 A major supplier to the US Marine Corps contacted Kennedy Power, Inc. with the need for low volume production of a special genset for a Marine Corp Mobile Training Facility. The special genset from a functional standpoint had to meet specific criteria. |
- Output- 15kW, 1 PH, 120/240V, 60hZ
- Special “Single Unit”, “Full Power” plug
- Special transport system utilizing qty 4 semi-pneumatic wheels and a tiller type steering mechanism to allow loading into a predefined container.
- Heavy gage steel enclosure- powder coated
- Maximum enclosure width – 29”
- Maximum enclosure length- 60”
- “Up” discharge for hot air exhaust and engine exhaust
- Locking doors
- Digital controls with protection for low oil pressure, coolant temperature, low fuel level, over/ under voltage
- Special “D”-Rings for lashing during transport.
- Special Mil-Spec fuel inlet strainer and locking fuel cap.
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- A new assembly was developed by designing a new frame base meeting the objectives above.
- Sheet metal enclosure designs used on commercial applications were used were possible.
- Using existing relationships with sheet metal forming and laser cutting partners, Kennedy Power provided CAD developed base designs to the vendors as “FLATS” allowing laser cutting and precision forming of individual panels.
- Using 3D CAD geometry, exploded views and basic parts documentation was developed without having to waste additional man-hours to recreate parts for illustration purposes.
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- All objectives were achieved or exceeded.
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