Standby Generators are installed permanently as an emergency, backup power source. They are typically hardwired into your business’ electrical system and fueled by city gas or propane lines (and are usually installed outside of your business either at ground level or on the roof). They resemble an air conditioning unit.
Trailer-mounted/Towable Generators are tough and rugged; they are most commonly used as a temporary power source in an unpowered location; such as a construction site.
PTO Generators get power from the engine of another piece of equipment, such as a tractor. Their most common use is agricultural.
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For standby generators, propane or natural gas is clean burning, quieter, and doesn’t require a fuel tank as they are directly hooked up to your business’ fuel lines. They best suit the power needs of small to medium-sized businesses.
Diesel generators are the “work horse” of commercial generators. They are very dependable and require less maintenance, but as they are noisier and require fuel delivery and fuel storage, they are best for larger, industrial applications.
Gasoline generators are not common for most commercial applications.
For commercial applications, a very loose rule of thumb: Less than 20kW is for small to medium-sized business use, 20kW – 50kW for medium to large commercial applications, 50+kW for large commercial/industrial use.
Since a commercial-sized generator is a major purchase that can come with a hefty price tag, many dealers offer lease-to-purchase payment options. Renting a generator is also an option, however, it is common for portable generators to be for purchase only.
Because a standby generator is wired into your business’ electrical system, correct installation is essential. Therefore, professional installation is required. Towable generators come mounted on a trailer, ready to be towed to your site, so there is no installation process.
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Standby Generators are installed permanently as an emergency power source. They are hardwired into your home’s electrical system, fueled by city gas or propane lines, and resemble an air conditioning unit.
Portable Generators are meant to provide temporary power for short periods of time, and are useful in remote locations, such as a campsite, to plug in tools or lights.
PTO Generators get power from the engine of another piece of equipment, such as a tractor. Their most common uses are for agricultural purposes.
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Standby generators typically run on natural gas and propane, depending on what is available in your area.
Portable Generators typically run on gasoline and are used for shorter periods, and may have to be refueled periodically. Gasoline is inexpensive and widely available, but is highly flammable and has a short shelf life.
Diesel fueled generators are common for larger, industrial purposes, as they are noisier and require delivery and storage of diesel fuel, which typically requires an unsightly fuel tank.
The smallest standby home generators typically start at 15kW. This enough to operate the basic survival equipment in the event of an outage: a four-ton AC unit, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, some lighting, & coffee pot.
20-25kW will power a slightly larger home, including a five-ton AC unit, home computer and some additional appliances.
30-40kW will power a large home, and keep all the comforts of home running, including multiple AC units, a water well, swimming pool, and exercise equipment, as well as the above-mentioned equipment. To be sure of your power needs, you will need to measure the startup requirements of the appliances you wish the generator to power. It is advisable to have an electrician do this for accuracy and safety.
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Professional installation is required for standby generators since they are hard-wired to your home’s electrical system. A portable generator doesn’t require installation. You just have to pull it out, start it, and plug appliances into it. But never use a portable generator indoors.
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