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Buying used generator equipment - is it worth it?

If you are buying anything which has previously been used there is always an element of uncertainty as to  it ’ s  reliability ,  as you are unsure how the previous owner took care of the equipment and also how often was it used. There are many  used generators for sale , from  used diesel generators  through to buying an  electric generator . Whatever type of generator you need ,  the most important thing is to do your research.  The points  below  briefly outline some of the most important factors to consider when buying a used generator.    The Supplier   Perhaps one of the most important decisions to consider is the reliability of the supplier. It ’ s best to choose a supplier who is already established within the market place and has a good track record. A trusted supplier will also understand the workings of each piece of equipment ,  so whether you ’ re buying used diesel generators or an electric generator you can be assured a reputable supplier will unde

The Power of the Sea

As we   look   for   new,   sustainable   ways   to   harvest   energy   attention   is   turning   towards   marine   power ,   sometimes   referred   to as   ocean   energy,   wave   power,  ocean power,  and hydrokinetic   energy.   With  oceans covering  more than   70%of   the   surface   of   our   planet,   it   seems   only   logical   and   natural   to   look   at power   generation   from   this   water   source.   Oceans   have   a   tremendous   amount   of   energy   and   are close   to   many,   if   not   the   most   concentrated   populations   (approximately   44%of   the   global   population   live   within   150   kilometers   of   the   coastline)   and   this   has   led   to   companies   looking   at developing   a   new   generation   of marine engine   designs   which   can   tap   into   this   vital   energy   source.                        The   movement   of   water   in   the   world’s   oceans   creates   a   vast   store   of   kinetic

5 Perks of Using a Diesel Generator

When you start looking at buying or renting a genset , it can be hard to know what to look for. You wonder whether you should buy or rent, what fuel type you should go for, and which lasts longer and is more cost-effective. You also wonder which generator will work best for your business. The most popular kind of generator is  diesel generators . This is largely because of the various advantages diesel power generation has over other generators. Let's have a look at five perks of using a diesel generator to help you in your buying or renting decision. A diesel genset is more fuel-efficient than other engines Diesel generators have smaller engines and can be much more fuel-efficient than other engines. They can run for a much longer time period at the same capacity as other engines. Their efficiency makes them cheaper to run and reliable to use. Further, a diesel genset can be used in both hot and cold weather.  Diesel power generation is cheaper to run because diesel