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What is Engine Blow-by? How to Save Your Engine

By | 2024-06-07T06:56:24-06:00 December 28th, 2020|Categories: generator, Generator Preventative Maintenance, Used Generators|

Engine blow-by, also known as unwanted gas leakage from a piston or sealing rings, can occur in a majority of diesel engines when pressure is maximized. It is primarily caused by piston rings leading to an engine using more fuel than normal.  Have you ever been driving down the road, only to end up behind a [...]

What is an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) and Why Does My Generator Need One?

By | 2021-02-19T11:02:50-06:00 December 28th, 2020|Categories: Used Generators, Industrial Generator|

Generators are complicated machines that have great importance, especially when used on a job site or in a building. They are essential tools in an emergency, giving you warmth and power where you may not have any. However, there are many things people don’t know about generators, specifically, the importance of the automatic voltage regulator. The [...]

7 Benefits of Purchasing a Used Air Compressor

By | 2021-09-05T13:32:08-06:00 December 11th, 2020|Categories: Air Compressor|

Did your trusty air compressor sputter and fail recently? Or maybe you're considering adding one to your machine inventory because of its many functions and uses. Buying a new air compressor is daunting as it's a big purchase that will set you back a lot of money.  On the other hand, it's a piece of equipment [...]

The Ins and Outs of Natural Gas Powered Generators

By | 2021-01-12T04:06:31-06:00 November 27th, 2020|Categories: natural gas generator|

There are few things more unsettling than when the power goes out and your thrust into darkness. There’s no telling when the power will come back on, but if you have natural gas powered generators, then it’s something you’ll never have to worry about. A natural gas generator is perfect for use at home, business or [...]

Your Official Commercial Generator Sizing Calculator

By | 2024-06-07T01:40:40-06:00 November 23rd, 2020|Categories: Commercial Generator|

Electricity is essential to businesses, and power outages may be catastrophic. Maintaining operations and preventing financial losses require the use of a backup generator. Getting the appropriate generator size is important. There are certain things to keep in mind while choosing the right generator for your business. What is one small yet powerful factor that affects [...]

7 Advantages of Choosing Natural Gas Generators

By | 2021-01-12T02:38:20-06:00 November 16th, 2020|Categories: natural gas generator|

When it comes to industrial generators, there are two kinds available: diesel generators and natural gas generators. Both have their upsides, but their downsides just the same.  In this article, we're going to discuss the merits of the natural gas generator, in particular. So, without further ado, here are 7 advantages of choosing a natural gas-powered [...]

Diesel Standby Generator Not Working? Here’s Your Troubleshooting

By | 2021-01-12T12:14:24-06:00 November 9th, 2020|Categories: Diesel Generators|

Has your worst fear been realized? The clicking sound from a diesel standby generator can be deafening. Especially in a situation where it's your only hope for power. First things first, you have to breathe and collect yourself. This will help you think clearly about what the problem might be. It will also assist in coming up [...]

The Ultimate Preventative Maintenance Checklist for Diesel Generators

By | 2021-01-12T12:29:11-06:00 November 2nd, 2020|Categories: Diesel Generators|

Are you taking care of your diesel generator? If you're waiting until it's scheduled maintenance period, then you're leaving yourself vulnerable to it shutting down or breaking to the point it's irreparable. Preventative maintenance ensures that when you need to call upon your generator, that it's ready to step up. Not only should you have a [...]

The Perks of Buying a Used Natural Gas Generator

By | 2021-06-19T04:11:59-06:00 October 26th, 2020|Categories: natural gas generator, Used Generators|

It might be the fact that natural gas has an unlimited shelf-life that draws you toward a natural gas generator solution. Whatever your reasoning, you've made a good choice. Now you have another choice to make. Should you go with a new model or a used generator? Among the many advantages to buying in on used natural gas [...]

Industrial Generator Buyers Guide: 6 Things to Look For

By | 2021-06-21T03:34:00-06:00 October 19th, 2020|Categories: generator, Industrial Generator, Industrial Power Units|

Did you know that the global market for industrial generators was valued at more than $8 billion in 2018? Experts predict that more than 200,000 generators will be shipped all over the world by 2025. If you don't want to experience downtime with your business, you need an industrial generator too. But since this is a [...]