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Benefits of Industrial Generator Load Banking

The only way to be sure that your facility’s backup generators are ready and able to supply power generation in the event of a grid failure or downtime is to perform comprehensive testing of your system. Here’s some insight into load bank testing and how to perform it for your facility, from the specialists in commercial and industrial diesel generators.

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What is a Load Bank Test for Diesel Generators? 

A load bank test is when you bring a set load onto your backup generators, bringing the engine up to optimal performance temperatures. Essentially, you are checking the ability of your backup generators to handle all your necessary power generation needs in the event of a blackout. This is an important test not only to ensure that you have the right diesel generators onsite, but it also ensures the engine’s ability to run at full load effectively. 

How to Perform a Load Bank Test 

This test should be performed by a trained team of technicians, preferably from the supplier of your power generation system. They’ll know the system, be able to set up the test correctly and have the tools to perform analytics and any necessary adjustments. 

Usually, they will start your backup generators slowly, gradually adding on the load while monitoring system performance. This usually starts at 25% and is increased by 25% each hour until it is running at 100%. 

What are the Benefits of Load Bank Testing? 

Load bank testing is an important part of preventative maintenance for commercial and industrial clients. It ensures that facilities managers can rely completely on the backup power generation system to meet the facility’s needs, it reduces the risk of generator failure during a power outage and reduces risks of mechanical failure while the engine is under stress from a high load. In addition, it helps to exercise and clean the engine, preventing a phenomenon known as wet stacking that can destroy generators. 

This test is highly recommended for commercial and industrial sites that utilize backup generators infrequently but have critical power generation needs, including hospitals, financial institutions, data centers, hotels, apartment buildings, and manufacturing plants. 

Buy or Hire Backup Generators for Commercial or Industrial Use 

Energy Power Systems Australia is the authorized CAT engine dealer for Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. We’ve been supplying world-class, custom power generation solutions for over 25 years to a wide range of industries, including mining, utilities, marine, manufacturing, healthcare, construction and facilities sectors. 

In addition to supplying diesel generators for sale, we also offer affordable rental solutions along with superior technical and engineering after-sales support. For more information on our power generation solutions, please contact us today
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