If you’ve ever seen a generator in action, the million-dollar question looming over your head might be: how generators work? How is this piece of machinery creating enough electricity to power a whole building? To put in concisely, generators employ electromagnetic induction to produce electricity. We’ll explain this principle along with the components of a […]
Land Based Drilling Power Modules
Back in the day, the drilling rigs used to be made of wood. They were permanent structures that were left in place after the completion of the wells. Over time, manufacturers managed to make steel rigs, and the wooden rigs became a rare sight. Today, the rigs are made using land based drilling power modules. […]
Generator Care: 7 Tips for Generator Maintenance
With each new year, winter storms arrive with more intensity. The damage caused by these storms lasts for years to come. Don’t get caught unprepared for this winter storm season. Make sure your backup power source is ready to keep your business moving and prevent losses caused by power outages from winter storm damage. Power […]
Buying used commercial generators – 4 helpful tips to make your purchase shine
Commercial and industrial generators are an essential part of your business and can be very costly. In today’s tight market, new equipment is hard to find. When new equipment is not readily available, it often comes with longer lead times and higher prices. As a result, more companies may be considering used equipment for the […]
10 Maintenance Tips For Commercial Generators
Even a short power outage can cost businesses more than $740,357 per outage. That’s enough to derail your entire month’s productivity and projected earnings. Commercial generators allow you to keep running even during prolonged outages without losing productivity. And they’re built to last. But no matter what type of generator you have, consistent maintenance will […]
Overview Of Industrial Generator Phases and Voltage
When choosing industrial generators, you might be confused by terms like single-phase and 3-phase generators. Although they seem somewhat similar, picking the wrong generator type for your energy needs can be chaotic. Both kinds of generators are fit for providing energy in case of a power outage. However, their duration of operation and working mechanism […]
Generator Voltage: What Should You Know About High, Medium, and Low Voltage Differences
When talking about generators, voltage often comes up since it’s one of the defining features of a generator. However, the voltage level standards differ across countries and regions. For the US, the voltage classifications are covered by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association and the National Electrical Code. Generac has published the Medium Voltage On-Site Generation […]
Capacity and Types Of Generator Fuel Tanks
Standby generators provide energy in the instance of a power outage and are excessively helpful in situations where lack of power – even if temporarily – can cause human or financial loss. However, if the fuel tank is too small to meet your energy needs or is not the right type for the application, it’s […]
Power Splurge: 8 Reasons Why It’s Smart To Buy A Used Generator For Your Commercial Building
With power surges costing commercial businesses so much each year, there’s even an insurance category for them. If you’re offering services to commercial tenants, then you need to consider offering them back up with the help of generators. Buying a used generator is a smart business move and also ensures that you can give your […]
Power Up: A Commercial Generator Buying Guide For Business Owners
The country is digging out from one of the harshest winters we’ve seen in years. Massive snow and ice storms knocked out power in many areas – sometimes for hours, but often for days. Did your business experience lost power – and profits? A commercial generator will protect your building as well as your bottom […]
Depco is Giving New Life to Decommissioned New Orleans Flood Protection Equipment
New life for decommissioned New Orleans flood protection equipment Depco is helping find new uses for the power units used by the City of New Orleans at flood prevention pumping stations constructed after Hurricane Katrina. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers created temporary pumping stations to protect the city against future storm surges and completed […]
What do CAT Generators and Hurricanes Have in Common?
Of all the natural disasters we encounter around the globe, a hurricane is one of the ones that can actually be planned for ahead of time. From homeowners to larger businesses, anyone who has been involved in hurricane preparations understands how important, and often life-saving, it is to have a generator on hand. CAT generators […]