Generac Industrial Generators: The Basics
Power is an essential component for many industries – you can’t afford to have your business at a standstill because the lights go out. Pro Power Solutions, a Generac Industrial Dealer, is committed to keeping your power on, and your business running. Here are some of the basic facts about emergency power generators:
Industrial generators are ready when the power grid fails. They are typically powered by a number of different fuel choices including:
- Propane
- Natural Gas
- Gasoline
- Diesel Fuel
- Bi-Fuel – a combination of fuels
- Learn more about the pros and cons of different generator fuel sources
Industrial generators utilize a transfer switch that recognizes when there has been a power failure and transfers your power source to the generator. The switch also reverses the process when power is restored.
Standby generators typically come in a range of sizes that measured in watts. Most commercial generators are 2kW to 250kW. Pro Power Solutions can determine the size that best fits your needs.
Maintenance Basics
Just like any mechanical system, a generator requires regular maintenance to ensure it will be operating at peak condition in a power emergency. Pro Power Solutions recommends the following maintenance be done on at least an annual basis:
- Change the oil, coolant and filters
- Inspect and replace batteries, hoses and belts
- Check key wear points
- Load bank testing – checking the engine under full load
