Energy Power Systems

Large-scale outdoor events like beer festivals, concerts, food festivals, and carnivals need expert planning to be a success – and that includes a steady power supply from CAT generators or gensets . Here are some tips from our team on how to hire generators and plan your event. What type of hire generator do I need? Generators come in a wide range of sizes and fuel types, each offering different benefits. The most important factors to consider are: Load capacity – It’s important to have a clear idea of what you want the generator or genset to power. You don’t have to know the specific wattage, as our team will be able to work that out if you have a comprehensive list of equipment that you need to be powered. This can include ambient or flood lighting, music and sound equipment, lighting for dancefloors or performances, heating or cooling equipment, and refrigeration equipment. This will determine what size generator you’ll need. Fuel type – Generally, diesel...

Demand to buy or hire generators is at an all-time high in the commercial and industrial sectors. With newer industries coming online that demand an exceptionally reliable power supply, such as data centers, expanding mining and construction industries in ever more remote sites, and healthcare providers who require independent power in the event of natural or manmade disasters. CAT generators are widely recognized as the industry leaders in providing, maintaining and installing gensets – but what does it really mean to partner with a top brand, and is it important? Variety of gensets Every industrial or commercial project has different electrical power needs and requirements, so a standard electrical power solution just isn’t going to fit these. CAT generators cover the widest range of power capabilities in the world, ranging from 7.5 to 17,500 kVA. This means that whatever your project, you can hire a generator to meet those exact needs – no compromise needed. The ex...

CAT generators are a useful and reliable source of power for businesses and projects across a wide range of industries – but it’s critical that the right measures are put in place to ensure that they operate safely. When you hire generators for your business from CAT rental specialists, be sure to adhere to these guidelines and safety protocols.  Need to hire a generator? Get the right size   Before we go into general safety guidelines, the first and most important piece of advice is to ensure that you hire generators that offer the right capacity for the job at hand. Generators that are smaller may be more affordable, but overloading generators can easily result in power outages and damaged equipment.  When running CAT generators:  Ensure that the CAT rental generator is situated outdoors as the exhaust fumes are hazardous to your health. Even with windows open and fans moving the air, the exhaust fumes will quickly build up.  In order t...