 Backup power generation situations where backup power is needed for extended amounts of time or heavy power loads. The most common backup power generators use diesel, gasoline, natural gas or propane for fuel.
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Backup Power Generation
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 07 March 2007 |
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Diesel generators have many advantages over gasoline or propane/natural gas generators for remote, backup or emergency power solutions: - low maintenance
- continuous performance
- capable of using alternative fuel
- lower pollution
- lower noise level
- lower fuel cost
In general, diesel generators will produce more power per cost than other types of generators and are capable of running for extended periods of time without having stand down as gasoline or propane/natural gas generators do. The only real disadvantage of diesel generators compared to gasoline or natural gas generators is that they cost somewhat more initially. This extra expense is quickly recovered in reduced maintenance and fuel costs.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 07 March 2007 )
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Backup Power Generation
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Written by Denson Smith
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Wednesday, 20 September 2006 |
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A backup generator transfer switch is necessary to safely operate a backup generator for powering your home or business. The transfer switch is used to route power to your home or business either from the commercial power grid or from your backup generator. The generator transfer switch can be either manual or automatic. Manual generator switches are normally used with gasoline or diesel backup generators. Automatic generator transfer switches are normally used with natural gas, LP or propane backup generators. Backup generator transfer switches are required by law in all 50 states.
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Backup Power Generation
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Written by Denson Smith
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Thursday, 07 September 2006 |
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LP gas backup generators are very reliable, efficient, quiet and clean burning source of backup power. They are also available in sizes cable of handling loads of over 40,000 watts. This means they are a possible solution for backup power for a large home, a business or jobsite. This type of generator can run for an extended period without stopping for maintenance and so are a good candidate for long term needs. 
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 10 September 2006 )
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Backup Power Generation
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Written by Denson Smith
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Thursday, 07 September 2006 |
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For smaller backup power systems, a gasoline generator is often the most cost effective source of power. Gasoline is a great way to store a lot of energy in a small space. Modern gasoline generators are efficient, lightweight, quiet and reliable. 
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 10 September 2006 )
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