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13:05 Dec 9, 2004 |
Dutch to English translations [PRO] Tech/Engineering - Energy / Power Generation | |||||
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3 | electrical power unit (a.k.a. generator unit) ? |
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electrical power unit (a.k.a. generator unit) ? Explanation: My first take is that 'stroomgroep' is analagous to the German 'Elektroaggregat', and in this case it is gas-powered. But since the English has 'generating units', perhaps it is supposed to mean 'stroomopwekkergroep'. All in all, not a wonderful choice of words, particularly given the usual meaning of 'groep' in the context of electrical installations. Invented words rarely increase clarity. At least it will give the lawyers something to do if it comes to a dispute... -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 1 day 4 hrs 34 mins (2004-12-10 17:39:44 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- From the Belgian google hits for \'stroomgroep\' (lots of them!), I\'d say its a motor-generator set -- in this case gas-fueled (not petrol or diesel). \' By the way, as \'generating units\' was translated as \'producerende eenheiden\', it\'s hardly surprising that the Belgians chose different terminology. see e.g. Intermat - Elektra en elektrische gereedschappen ... Code, Omschrijving. 10501, Stroomgroep benzine 4,5 kva 220V-mono. 10502, Stroomgroep benzine 6 kva 220V-mono. 10503, Stroomgroep diesel 6 kva 220V-mono elektr. ... www.intermat.be/verhuur/elektra.htm |
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