Category: Generac Industrial Power
Comprehensive Emergency Power Plan – Your Guide to Business Continuity
When the power goes out, productivity goes down, manufacturing efforts are delayed, employees and customers are in danger of injury, and equipment is at risk of being damaged. You can prepare your business for the next power outage by having a Comprehensive Emergency Power Plan that ensures business continuity with a standby generator. Click here to View Generac’s Helpful Guide! This guide walks through the steps needed to create a Comprehensive Emergency Power Plan. When you are ready to submit your plan, you will be partnered with a local Generac Industrial distributor for a custom solution to keep business running in the event of a power outage. You can […]
The Basics of Selecting Transfer Switches
BY NIKHIL NAGPAL and LIZ BURANT Product Management Transfer Switches at Generac Power Systems INTRODUCTION A transfer switch is a device used for transferring power from one source to the other. The two sources can be defined as being similar sources of power (two utilities or two generators) or different sources of power (one utility and one emergency generator), but the basic function of the switch is to ensure that the loads are connected to an available source or the more reliable source. Since it is the transfer switch that serves as a link to either power source, it can be considered one of the most critical links of a […]
Basic Sizing for Mobile Generators – Whitepaper
Basic Sizing for Mobile Generators by Dave Murphy, Power Solutions Manager, Generac Mobile Abstract: Selecting a generator that can handle all your power generation needs is one of the most critical aspects of the purchasing decision. To ensure the optimal power solution for your application, it is highly recommended that you work with your local generator representative to ensure accurate sizing. While many manufacturers provide sizing programs, it is important to understand how and why certain selections are made. This paper will cover the basic aspects of the sizing process. Click here to read the full whitepaper Contact us today to learn more about Generac’s mobile products! We’ll […]
How Clean is Your Generator’s Fuel?
Diesel fuel maintenance is an important component to consider as part of your generator’s routine preventative maintenance. Water, dirt, and algae impurities build up in diesel holding tanks in as little as 6 months and could cause a start-up malfunction when your generator is needed most. There are clear indications to check for to determine when it is time to have diesel fuel polishing performed: What to look for in your generator’s fuel Fuel is dark in color A muddy mass built up An abnormal odor A dirty fuel system Mysterious contamination What to take notice in your engine Clouded exhaust Corroded injectors Clogged fuel lines & filters […]
Message on COVID-19 Response for Wolter’s Standby Power & Generators Customers & Partners
A Message from Wolter President, Jerry Weidmann Within these Challenges Transpires Strengthened Partnerships In what appears to be our new normal, for right now, we are faced with updates each day concerning our communities, states, and the globe. The updates we receive daily can cause uncertainty within us all, wondering what tomorrow will bring, and how it will affect each of us personally and as a business. Together, we will move onward and upward while navigating this new normal. These times may be uncharted, but the support you rely on us for is not. We are committed to you and your business. Over the weeks, we […]
Remote Cooling Systems
BY MUHAMMAD ARMAGHAN Product Manager-Global Industrial Solutions at Generac INTRODUCTION When the complete cooling system or its partial components (radiator, heat exchangers, etc.) are designed external to the engine generator set, then it is known as a remote cooling/radiator system. Remote radiators are used in several applications, such as heat recovery or for other technical reasons where a traditional unit mounted radiator is simply not feasible. Lately, more businesses are considering backup power as a necessity for their manufacturing plants, large real estate buildings, etc. and one way they can maximize the investment made on their power unit is by utilizing the byproducts of power production for various other […]
How to Avoid the Generator Installation Pitfalls
BY MUHAMMAD ARMAGHAN Product Manager at Generac Power Systems INTRODUCTION Generac Industrial Power creates installation guidelines to help customers become acquainted with the general requirements for optimal operation of their engine generator set. The content contained is not intended to replace or supersede any/all the applicable local, state or federal codes and standards. It is important to always check with your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for the codes or standards that apply in your area. In addition, installation and initial startup of this equipment is not a “do-it-yourself” project. An authorized service dealer or other competent, qualified contractor must install the generator set. The initial startup […]
Top 10 Tips You Should Know Before You Use Generac’s Power Zone® Controller
1. The Power Zone’s 7-in. color touchscreen display provides run time status at-a-glance, providing quick and immediate access to the most critical generator and engine parameters. Alarms and warnings are easily identified. DeWall: When viewing the home screen, a large green indicator lets you know the unit is ready or operating normally. When something does occur, you will see the indicator change to a large yellow exclamation mark, and one of the value bars will change to yellow. Clicking on the alarm icon takes you to more in-depth information about what is going on and why. 2. The new control platform includes “pre-event” history functionality, in which it archives […]
Wolter Power Systems Donation will Train the Technicians of Today and Tomorrow
Wolter Power Systems, a division of Wolter Group LLC, has donated two generators to Gateway Technical College for students to train on and help diversify their skills and better succeed in their career. The equipment includes an industrial Generac diesel generator, fully functioning and equipped with enclosure and self-contained fuel tank, and an 18KW commercial generator. The cutting-edge power systems used in industry today will provide a great opportunity for students to become skilled and proficient as technicians of the equipment. Students in Gateway’s Motorcycle, Marine and Outdoor Power Products as well as the Diesel Equipment Technology programs will train on the generators. They will gain skills in working with […]
