Load bank testing is often requested for newly commissioned systems, to prove the load capabilities of a generator and to ensure that the required UPS autonomy can be achieved. This is usually orchestrated as part of a project handover and can be witnessed by the end-user if requested. However, it must be noted that we would recommend scheduling initial load bank testing for a week after your system is powered on and commissioned. This is to ensure that your UPS batteries are fully charged and operational. Conducting a load bank test without fully charging the batteries in your UPS solution could produce inaccurate and misleading results.
It’s also strongly advised that regular load bank testing (annually for example) is carried out as part of your ongoing service agreement. Conducting regular tests will not only reassure companies that their critical power equipment is up to the task, but will also help to highlight any components that may have surpassed their design life before they catastrophically fail.