FAQs When Buying a New Generator

You’ve relied on your commercial backup generator for many years, but maybe you’ve recently noticed that it’s just not performing as well as it used to. A poorly functioning generator will be unpredictable in an emergency, and its reduced efficiency can waste a ton of money in energy costs. Below we've addressed some of the FAQs when buying a new generator. Signs that you might need a new industrial generator include:

Frequent breakdowns
Inconsistent power
Unexplained higher energy bills
Overheating
Age (more than 10 years old)

While generators will undoubtedly need more repairs over time, if you find that your system is wearing down fast after years of dependable service, it...

Backup Power for Industrial Facilities

Why Is Backup Power Important for Industrial Facilities?

Your industrial facility depends on a consistent supply of power to keep your daily operations running smoothly. However, businesses can experience a power outage at any time of the day or night. These power failures are caused by a variety of factors, including:

Weather conditions - From snow and hail to high winds, inclement weather is the most common reason for blackouts.
Vehicle collisions - In car accidents, vehicles can veer into utility poles and cause an outage for nearby homes and businesses.
Equipment failure - Sometimes, power equipment can malfunction on its own due to age or poor maintenance.

When an outage happens, you could be without power for hours, or even days, at a time. How fast the main power is restored depends on how widespread the issue. The best way...

Diesel-Powered Generator Benefits

What Makes a Diesel-Powered Generator a Great Choice?

When shopping for a new power system for your business, you will find that there are numerous options available on the market. Today, many industrial facilities rely on generators powered with a diesel engine due to the many benefits these machines offer. Here are some of the top reasons to make an investment in a diesel-powered generator.

Cost-Effectiveness

As fuel prices rise as a result of increasing demand and supply chain issues, your fuel source becomes an important consideration when you’re buying a new commercial generator for your business. Although it is priced slightly higher than gasoline fuel, diesel offers customers higher energy density over time. What this means is with a diesel engine, you won’t need to burn as much fuel as you would with a gasoline engine to get the same amount of...

Advantages of a Diesel Power System

The Advantages of a Diesel Power System

When shopping for a new power system for your business, you will find there are many options available on the market today. While settling on a brand or model is hard enough, the biggest decision that you will have to make is the fuel source used to operate the generator. Most industrial businesses choose either a natural gas or a diesel power system. While natural gas certainly has distinct benefits, there are key advantages of a diesel power system.

Fuel Efficient

As fuel prices continue to fluctuate, many business owners are concerned about their costs, especially when you consider that you may have to keep the generator running for hours non-stop during a power outage. Keep in mind that diesel has a much higher energy density than gas, which means that the generator will run longer with diesel than it would with the same volume of gas, and...

Keeping Your Commercial Engine’s Fuel System Clean

If your commercial generator engine doesn’t have a healthy fuel system, it may struggle to perform efficiently. Depending on the severity of the issue, it could even experience complete mechanical failure. This could leave your business without the power you need during the most critical times, such as a power outage.

Your standby power system requires optimal fuel quality to deliver the best performance during emergency situations. Fuel, however, degrades over time, so the fuel system needs constant monitoring, testing, and cleaning to ensure reliability. Here are some solutions to consider for maintaining your fuel system.

Use Carburetor Cleaners

A gas engine will include a carburetor. When a generator won’t start up, a clogged carburetor is often the culprit. To keep the carburetor components clean, you should use a carburetor and fuel system cleaner. These contain a unique mixture of cleaners and lubricants that’s designed to keep the...

Diesel Maintenance