Russell Furlow
About Russell Furlow
Russell Furlow is a Power Plant Watch Engineer at Yale University, responsible for the operation of a centrifugal chiller system. He has extensive experience in power plant operations, including managing high-pressure boiler systems and co-generation electrical systems.
Current Role as Power Plant Watch Engineer
Russell Furlow serves as a Power Plant Watch Engineer at Yale University, a position he has held since 2013. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the operation of various systems, including a centrifugal chiller system. His expertise includes managing an electrical generation system with a capacity exceeding 16 megawatts, ensuring efficient and reliable energy production for the university.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to his current role, Russell Furlow worked at Yale University for 19 years as a Power Plant Controls Mechanic and Mechanic from 1994 to 2013. During this time, he supervised a chill-water cooling system with a capacity of over 3 million gallons. His extensive experience at Yale contributed to his knowledge in managing complex mechanical systems.
Background in the US Navy
Russell Furlow served in the US Navy as a Boiler Technician from 1980 to 1984. In this capacity, he managed the operation of a high-pressure boiler system, gaining valuable experience in steam generation and system management. This role provided him with foundational skills that he later applied in his civilian career.
Education and Training in Plumbing
Russell Furlow attended Norwich Technical High School, where he studied Plumbing from 1976 to 1980. He achieved a qualification in Plumbing, which laid the groundwork for his technical skills and understanding of mechanical systems. This educational background has been instrumental in his career in power plant operations.
Expertise in Steam Generation Systems
In his current and previous roles, Russell Furlow has managed a steam generation system with a capacity of over 200,000 pounds per hour. He also oversees a co-generation electrical system that integrates steam production. His expertise in these areas contributes to the efficient operation of energy systems at Yale University.