Weekly Informational and Training Webinars
At EasyPower, we offer a variety of weekly webinar sessions to help you become better acquainted with the software and to further develop your skills and understanding. There are two different types of webinars.
- The Tuesday Refresher webinars are short (30 minute) sessions going over the basics of using EasyPower software in a variety of situations.
- The Thursday webinars topics will vary and are also applicable for beginning to advanced users, depending on the topics covered. See the webinar schedule below.
If you are not currently using EasyPower, download a free demo version of the software and sign up for one of these classes or view the free training videos. We also offer extensive regional and on-site training options - view our training schedule.
Tuesday Refresher Webinars
Start at 8:00am PST (roughly every other week)
Topic - Refresher/beginner series for using EasyPower software, various topics. This will include insights and tips for using EasyPower, not system engineering, which is often covered more in the Thursday Webinars.
Earlier Refresher Webinar Videos - See Recorded Videos Here
April 9th
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 1: Introduction to the Basics
Completed
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 1: Introduction to the Basics
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In this first of a 4-part series titled Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way, Jim Chastain from EasyPower covers the definition and focus of selective device coordination, TCC plots for comparing performance loads and OCPD, and EasyPower display controls to customize for specific focus.
April 16th
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 2: Fuses - With NEC 2020 Requirements
Completed
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 2: Fuses - With NEC 2020 Requirements
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In the second installment of a 4-part series titled Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way, Jim Chastain from EasyPower discusses fuse ratings, coordination rules of thumb using TCCs to confirm coordination of different manufacturers, current-limiting fuse energy let-through versus TCC plotting, and arc flash calculations using fuses. The following topics will also be discussed: NEC requirements for service equipment, and how to use EasyPower to identify and compare device performance.
April 23rd
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 3: Breakers - With NEC 2020 Requirements
Completed
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 3: Breakers - With NEC 2020 Requirements
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In the third presentation of a 4-part series titled Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way, Jim Chastain from EasyPower focuses on breaker types based on trip mechanisms, series rating, and molded case circuit breakers for selective device coordination to determine constraints for time and current. The following topics are also discussed: LVPCB, Solid State trip, TCC plots – long term, short term, and instantaneous adjustments.
April 30th
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 4: Protective Relays and Ground Fault Protection
Completed
Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way - Part 4: Protective Relays and Ground Fault Protection
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In the concluding session of the 4-part series titled Protective Device Coordination the Easy Way, Jim Chastain from EasyPower covers information on relay protection schemes, ground fault protection, transformer protection, differentials, arc sensing, TCC controls, and hard-grounded systems versus resistance ground.
May 14th
Revit MEP Integration with EasyPower Power System Analysis
Completed
Revit MEP Integration with EasyPower Power System Analysis
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In this Tuesday webinar Jim Chastain, an Application Engineer at EasyPower, showcases the newly updated EasyPower Revit Integration module. This module allows Autodesk Revit MEP users to seamlessly create one-line diagrams in EasyPower with Revit electrical model data. After finalizing design and analysis in EasyPower, you can export one-line diagrams and key electrical parameters back to Revit, and merge revisions between programs as needed.
May 28th
MV Motor Starter Modeling in EasyPower
Completed
MV Motor Starter Modeling in EasyPower
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - In this refresher webinar, Jim Chastain at Easypower focuses on the set up and EasyPower modeling of Ampgard SL motor starters as an example of how to handle current limiting fuses to increase contactor interrupt ratings. The technique can be used on other fused contactors as well.
June 11th
Arc Flash Calculations Not Covered by IEEE 1584-2018: High Voltage, Single-Phase, and DC
Completed
Arc Flash Calculations Not Covered by IEEE 1584-2018: High Voltage, Single-Phase, and DC
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - EasyPower provides support for arc flash calculations not covered by IEEE 1584-2018. This includes high voltage (above 15 kV) DC, single-phase AC, and DC. In this refresher, webinar Jim Chastain explains the calculation methods used in EasyPower, shows how to use them, and provides practical examples. This webinar is an updated version of a popular webinar given earlier.
June 25th
Ten Questions From New EasyPower Users in Recent PowerStart Sessions
Completed
Ten Questions From New EasyPower Users in Recent PowerStart Sessions
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - New EasyPower users can have a PowerStart session with Jim Chastain to help them get started with their use of the product. In recent months, there have been many questions posed that Jim will cover in this webinar. The questions include properly setting up motors and circuit breakers, understanding Scenario Manager and DataBase Browser, derating cable ampacity and many others.
July 9th
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 1, Regulations and Industry Standard Requirements
Open
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 1, Regulations and Industry Standard Requirements
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - We kick off the first part of a 4-week series on how to meet NFPA compliance and control costs with a discussion of safety related to arc flash hazards and the evolution of regulatory standards in the 15 years since their introduction. This will be similar to the prior instances of this presentation, but is updated to include changes to the NFPA 70E-2021 standard.
July 16th
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 2: Data Collection
Open
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 2: Data Collection
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - Of the overall time involved in an Arc Flash study, data collection can be the most costly if not properly planned. This presentation focuses on eliminating the need for repeated trips to the site and avoiding excessive delays and cost. Second in the Arc Flash Risk Assessment series, this presentation emphasizes the benefits that can be recognized both in cost reduction and employee education when facilities maintenance teams are part of the process. This presentation highlights the data requirements for calculation methods in the IEEE Std 1584-2018.
July 23rd
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 3, Modeling and Initial System Analysis, with 1584 Comparison Techniques
Open
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 3, Modeling and Initial System Analysis, with 1584 Comparison Techniques
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - The third installment of this series focuses on the use of the EasyPower Arc Flash Bundle to construct the one-line model from the collected data and then proceeds to the initial steps required to calculate arc flash incident energies. Industry standards describing the use of the IEEE-1584 model are detailed and examples are provided. This will be similar to the prior instances of this presentation, but is updated to include techniques in EasyPower for comparing your electrical system using the IEEE 1584-2002 versus the 1584-2018 standard.
July 30th
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 4: Reports, Labels and Project Recommendations
Open
Arc Flash the Easy Way - Part 4: Reports, Labels and Project Recommendations
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - This last installment in the Arc Flash Risk Assessment series will highlight the EasyPower features that facilitate compliance with the requirements of NFPA-70E. Included in the presentation is the ability to print and export reports, customize the report layout, customize label content, and print labels. In addition, the EasyPower label editor permits the use of QR codes to extend the information available to anyone able to scan the equipment label.
August 13th
EasyPower Power System Reliability Analysis
Open
EasyPower Power System Reliability Analysis
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - Power System reliability is an important feature in any facility and can the be source of unexpected costs and production delays. In this refresher webinar, Jim Chastain, Bentley Solutions Engineer, will detail the capabilities, features, and advantages of the Reliability Analysis tools available in EasyPower. Examples range from simple systems to highly redundant designs as well.
August 27th
EasyPower AutoDesign
Open
EasyPower AutoDesign
- Presented by Jim Chastain, Solution Engineer at EasyPower-Bentley
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 8:00am PST
Description - The EasyPower AutoDesign tool can be the designers best friend. In this refresher webinar, Bentley Solutions Engineer Jim Chastain, will demonstrate the features of the AutoDesign feature and focus on interaction of the tool with the Device Library. Examples will include a method to customize the "decision tree" that can be used to optimize the device recommendations, to align with the NEC requirements as well as equipment selection specific to project constraints.
Thursday Webinars
10:00am PST (1-2 times per month) - Topic varies:
Be sure to sign up and watch the webinars live, so you won't miss any of the valuable information. Sometimes we are not able to provide recorded versions of the webinars afterwards, due to legal limitations of the presenter's employer.
Earlier Webinar Videos - See Recorded Videos Here
November 16th
Addressing and Mitigating Circuit Breaker Vacuum Interrupter Failures
Completed
Addressing and Mitigating Circuit Breaker Vacuum Interrupter Failures
- Presented by Jerod Day, VP/Lead Applications Engineer at Vacuum Interrupters, Inc.
- Webinar Completed
Description - Vacuum interrupters have been installed in industrial circuit breakers since the early 1970s and were designed for a 20-to-30-year minimum usable life. Fortunately, many have lasted well beyond their anticipated shelf life. However, we are now seeing many requests for vacuum bottle testing and replacements. Vacuum interrupter test sets can determine the pressure inside a vacuum interrupter and along with wear and number of operations, predict the usable life of the vacuum interrupters used in your circuit breakers and contactors. Until now, this type of testing could only be performed at the assembly plant. In this webinar, Jerod Day at Vacuum Interrupters, Inc, explains the causes of vacuum bottle failures and the new field-based testing method that minimizes the chances of costly damage or unintentional downtime through predictability.
Jerod Day received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical & Energy Engineering in 2010 and 2012, respectively, from the University of North Texas, Denton, TX. Jerod has coauthored publications, including in the J. Heat Transfer. He is head of engineering at Vacuum Interrupters, Inc. in Farmers Branch, TX which specializes in vacuum interrupter design, testing, and manufacturing. Mr. Day has nine years of field experience with medium voltage circuit breakers and switchgear.
December 14th
An Introduction to Testing Protection Systems
Completed
An Introduction to Testing Protection Systems
- Presented by Scott Cooper at Omicron Electronics Corp.
- Webinar Completed
Description - Protective devices serve an essential role in the safety and reliability of our power systems. Their dependable operation is essential, and therefore must be ensured to operate as designed. In this webinar, Scott Cooper at Omicron Electronics Corp. provides an introduction to testing protective devices to affirm the protection system operates as intended. Protection engineers and facility owners must not only ensure the protective devices are functioning properly, but that faults are cleared correctly.
January 11th
Arc Quenching Switchgear: The Fastest Way to Comply with NEC Article 240.87 for Arc Energy Reduction
Completed
Arc Quenching Switchgear: The Fastest Way to Comply with NEC Article 240.87 for Arc Energy Reduction
- Presented by Austin (AJ) Johnson, P.E., Product Manager at Eaton's Low Voltage Assemblies products
- Webinar Completed
Description - This presentation, given by Austin Johnson, P.E., Product Manager at Eaton, allows attendees to understand methods on designing and specifying switchgear to be safer. Attendees will also learn about NEC Article 240.87 and the various technologies that can be used to meet the code and reduce arc energy.
February 22nd
The Importance of Neutral Grounding Resistor (NGR) Active Integrity Monitoring for Protection
Completed
The Importance of Neutral Grounding Resistor (NGR) Active Integrity Monitoring for Protection
- Presented by Claudio Mardegan, CEO of EngePower in Brazil
- Webinar Completed
Description - Power systems grounding configurations may be implemented as an ungrounded system, solidly grounded system, or impedance grounded system. This webinar, presented by Claudio Mardegan, CEO of EngePower, discusses power system grounding configurations, highlights concerns when a ground reference is lost, and provides engineering solutions for NGR integrity. A case study is presented and highlights how the selection of the power system grounding configuration influences the design and protection of the whole power system.
March 21st
Practical and Pragmatic Execution of Human Performance Tools
Completed
Practical and Pragmatic Execution of Human Performance Tools
- Presented by Mike Doherty, Electrical Safety Consultant, e-Hazard
- Webinar Completed
Description - How can the execution of practical, high end Human Performance (HU) concepts in any level of job planning influence not just your safety, but your corporate unit as a whole from the workers on the shop floor to the CEO suite. Error precursors are the risks to any endeavor at work. Pragmatic implementation of the HU tools are the risk reduction methodologies to reduce these risks.
This webinar, given by Mike Doherty, Electrical Safety Consultant, Trainer, Auditor, and Speaker, will discuss the history and intense value of using HU best practice methods in not only the electrical sector but also in the business world. Come and listen as we delve deeply into one of the true jewels of the safety and business world.
April 25th
Safety-Related Maintenance – The Evolving Standards
Completed
Safety-Related Maintenance – The Evolving Standards
- Presented by Chuck Fox at The Electrician Inc.
- Webinar Completed
Description - The NFPA 70E standard has evolved over the years including additions that specifically direct companies to consider how the electrical system was maintained and documented. As part of the overall electrical safety program, in 2023 the NFPA 70B publication was elevated from Recommendations for Electrical Equipment Maintenance to Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance. This webinar, presented by Chuck Fox at The Electrician Inc, will present how these standards have evolved, the core compliance requirements of “safety related maintenance” to be implemented by companies in 2024.
May 23rd
Transferred Voltage – Analyzing Touch Voltages Outside the Substation Fence
Completed
Transferred Voltage – Analyzing Touch Voltages Outside the Substation Fence
- Presented by Dave Lewis, PE at EasyPower-Bentley
- Webinar Completed
Description - Substation grounding systems provide an engineered solution to reduce touch and step voltages, but is often limited to the station fence line. Evaluating touch voltages outside the substation requires more advanced knowledge and tools. This webinar, given by Dave Lewis, PE at EasyPower-Bentley, steps through case studies with GSA_FD & XGSA_FD software to analyze transferred voltages and develop engineered solutions to touch voltages.
July 25th
Special Issues on Arc Flash and Protection
Open
Special Issues on Arc Flash and Protection
- Presented by Claudio Mardegan, CEO of EngePower in Brazil
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 10:00am PST
Description - How many arc flash cases should be performed to guarantee worker protection? Arc flash studies are an integral part of improving worker safety and incorporate several variables to develop recommendations for proper protective equipment for personnel. This webinar, presented by Claudio Mardegan, CEO of EngePower, discusses the values to consider for fault current calculations, protective device operation, and highlights missing links that are not discussed in IEEE Std 1584. Understanding special issues for arc flash and protection are important to providing a safer work environment.
August 22nd
Selective Coordination – Requirements, Solutions, Tips and Tricks
Open
Selective Coordination – Requirements, Solutions, Tips and Tricks
- Presented by Joe Dietrich, P.E. and Joe Kerfoot, P.E., at Rosendin Electric
- GoToMeeting info - Register Now
- Webinar starts at 10:00am PST
Description - The electrical power industry has been struggling to address the recently added code requirements of selective coordination that apply to Emergency, Legally Required, Elevator, Fire Pumps, and COPS systems. Selective coordination is essential for proper fault isolation of these important systems. Old rules of thumb are no longer valid, and it is critical for design engineers to understand the implications of these requirements and define new solutions and rules of thumb to prevent major re-design to comply with code. This webinar, given by Joe Dietrich, P.E. and Joe Kerfoot, P.E., electrical engineers at Rosendin Electric, explains valuable insights and provides guidance for design engineers to help them re-imagine essential system design practices. This will be a replay of this popular webinar that we originally given earlier.
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