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7 Tips for Choosing the Right Diesel Air Compressor for Your Needs

By | 2023-10-11T20:22:59-06:00 July 1st, 2022|Categories: Air Compressor|

Looking for a quality diesel air compressor for your shop or business takes time and effort. If you know what you're looking for, you can complete the task more quickly and with less stress. But you need to consider all aspects of your business. For example, you want a diesel air compressor that can handle the [...]

How Do Diesel Engines Work?

By | 2022-07-13T12:55:54-06:00 June 30th, 2022|Categories: Diesel Engine|

Diesel technology has given us the most fuel-efficient engine. These internal combustion engines turn chemical energy into mechanical energy. But what makes a diesel engine more powerful and efficient and how do diesel engines work? Diesel engines power our largest machinery, including trucks, trains, ships, and submarines. On the surface, they appear to be similar to standard [...]

Can You Use Kerosene in a Used Diesel Engine for Sale? A Guide

By | 2022-09-14T12:56:30-06:00 June 30th, 2022|Categories: Air Compressor|

Did you know that kerosene has a lower energy density than diesel fuel? This means that you will likely see a decrease in fuel economy when running kerosene in your diesel engine. Buying a used diesel engine for sale is a smart investment for any business or household. These engines are sturdy and sustainable, making them [...]

Diesel vs Propane Generator: What Are the Differences?

By | 2023-01-30T13:00:58-06:00 June 28th, 2022|Categories: Diesel Generators|

Power outages aren't uncommon occurrences and can happen at random times for several reasons. Bad weather, public accidents, and equipment failure are only a few of the causes of a power outage. Just in the past year, Texas has become the state with the most power outages. With electricity being implemented into almost every aspect of [...]

5 Tips for Reliable Diesel Engine Maintenance

By | 2023-02-16T16:21:11-06:00 June 28th, 2022|Categories: Diesel Engine|

Even with the soaring cost of gas, diesel fuel would need to increase by 25% to 30% to lose its cost-saving advantage over gasoline. Still, the only way you can save money, in the long run, is with diesel engine maintenance. A diesel generator can cost more upfront, but it pays for itself over time. Diesel [...]

How to Choose the Right Type of Generator for Your Needs

By | 2023-02-16T16:19:55-06:00 June 28th, 2022|Categories: generator|

Generators are a staple for businesses and homeowners across the country. This explains why the generator sales market generated a whopping $26.06 billion in 2021 alone. This figure could hit $39.85 billion by 2028. If you're in the market for a generator, it's crucial to get the right type of generator for the job. With so [...]

What Is a La Nina Winter? (And How to Prepare for It)

By | 2022-11-16T08:58:32-06:00 June 21st, 2022|Categories: Backup Generator|

The Pacific Ocean covers more than 30% of the surface of Earth, and it is from this vast ocean that the weather event known as La Nina comes. La Nina is a term for a weather pattern that is irregular and often lasts for a year or more. What La Nina does to the weather differs [...]

How Long Does a Generator Last on Average?

By | 2022-12-29T14:27:08-06:00 June 14th, 2022|Categories: Backup Generator|

Industrial generators could power a whole city if they were set up correctly! Such is the efficiency and durability of these generators that some places in the world still run on the power of industrial gas generators. In recent times, home and business owners have seen the value of having a backup power source, and more [...]

The Importance of a Backup Generator for Your Business

By | 2022-10-07T06:05:37-06:00 June 7th, 2022|Categories: Backup Generator|

For all modern businesses, power is everything. Without power, grills can't keep cooking and offices can't operate. That means less potential for a business to earn revenue, which may shorten its ability to stay afloat. As an entrepreneur, you must invest in a backup generator to protect your business's longevity. By using one, you can preserve hours, or even days, of [...]