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Patrick Paden is a generator specialist at Central States Diesel Generators. For over 30 years he has been helping customers in all industries to find cost-effective solutions for their on-site power generation projects as well as other process equipment requirements. He prides himself on having many repeat customers, meeting or exceeding their needs in a cost-effective and timely manner.

Types of Industrial Diesel Generators and Their Usage

By | June 8th, 2023|Categories: Power Backup|

Have you ever wondered how industries maintain a constant power supply, even during power outages? The answer lies in industrial generators. Industrial generators are crucial in providing reliable power solutions for different industries. Among the various types of generators available, diesel generators stand out for their durability and efficiency.  This article delves into industrial diesel generators, [...]

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Big Generators: How does it work? [with 7 Industrial Applications]

By | June 8th, 2023|Categories: Diesel generator, Industrial generator|

A generator serves as a standby source of electrical power that typically operates during an outage or interruption to the main power supply. The lack of a reliable generator in place can lead to a significant loss of revenue for companies across industries. It can also put the safety of its staff and customers at risk. [...]

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How fuel polishing improves the efficiency of diesel generators?

By | June 8th, 2023|Categories: Fuel Polishing, Fuel Tanks|

Unplanned downtime due to power outages can cost your business thousands of dollars, if not more. Businesses, hospitals, educational institutions, and residential complexes are investing in power backup. This is a great step towards enjoying uninterrupted power even when the main source is cut off. Maintaining your generator's shelf life is a crucial step in ensuring a [...]

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Pros & Cons Of The Top 10 Portable Hybrid Generators

By | May 12th, 2023|Categories: Portable Generators, Portable Hybrid Generators|

Today, powerful generators are enabling medium and large-scale residential and business establishments to function efficiently. A lot is at stake due to a growing number of power cuts and blackouts. They increase vulnerability to cyber attacks, disrupted operations, compromised safety, and loss of revenues. But technological advances have enabled the production of duel fuel generators, also [...]

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Why Is A Generator Transfer Switch Required For A Backup Generator?

By | May 12th, 2023|Categories: Transfer Switch|

Do you often struggle with the seamless running of your backup generator during power outages?  Well, you don't have to if you have a good generator transfer switch. Installing a backup or standby generator is an important requirement to ensure that there is a reliable source of backup generator power available in case the power grid [...]

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What are Engine Block Heaters? How to maintain them?

By | May 12th, 2023|Categories: Engine Block Heaters|

Have you heard of engine block heaters? Engine heaters are for diesel and natural gas generators, as room heaters are for humans in the cold winter season. They warm up your generator’s engine to get it started and running smoothly during outages. The NFPA regulations require all standby generators to operate within ten seconds following a [...]

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Power Plant Generators: What It Is? How Does It Work?

By | May 12th, 2023|Categories: Power Plant Generators|

Electricity and industrial facilities go hand-in-hand. And the demand for electric energy keeps increasing with every passing day. But have you ever wondered where this electric power is generated from? Gigantic energy factories, known as “Power Plants,” are industrial facilities that generate electricity on a large scale.   Power stations, also referred to as generating plants, are [...]

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Top 10 1000 kw Generators for Sale

By | April 29th, 2023|Categories: 1000 kw Generators, Diesel generator|

When running a commercial unit, the last thing you want is a power outage or disruption of power due to unforeseen circumstances. It could have a cascading impact on your business, amounting to a loss of thousands of dollars. This is why organizations across the US rely on diesel generators for alternate power so that their [...]

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Top 5 2000 kw Generators for Sale

By | April 26th, 2023|Categories: 2000 kw Generators, Industrial generator, Used Diesel Generator|

Diesel generators are the lifeline of all commercial units and industrial setups, especially heavy duty, large generators. While diesel generators come in a varied range of sizes, power and output, the 2000 kw diesel generators are ideal for large establishments that require high power output for a longer period of time. Their ability to provide long [...]

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Top 5 1500 kw Generators for Sale

By | April 26th, 2023|Categories: Cummins generator, Diesel generator, Industrial generator, Used Diesel Generator|

Commercial and industrial diesel generators are the heroes behind keeping critical operations and businesses powered even during emergency situations. Over the years, diesel generators have become technologically advanced, going past whatever shortcomings they would have had earlier. Today, they come with a long shelf life with minimum maintenance costs. Not just that, they are reliable, durable, [...]

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