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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 Generator Load Banks: A Complete Guide

By | October 2nd, 2023|Categories: Generator Load Banks|

A generator load bank is a tool for measuring a generator's energy consumption and power quality to ensure it's safe to keep running an installed generator. There are several kinds of load banks, including resistive, reactive, resistive/reactive, and electronic ones. Each has a purpose, and based on the load bank manufacturer you choose, you may use [...]

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What Is the Difference Between Continuous, Prime, and Standby Generators? 

By | October 2nd, 2023|Categories: Continous Generator, Prime Generator, Standby Generator|

It may seem simple to rely on a generator to keep your business running in the case of a severe blackout, but how can you choose which kind of generator would best meet your needs? Do you require a standby, prime, or continuous generator? Electricity needs vary depending on the type of business. Although they serve [...]

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How Long Does Diesel Fuel Last? How to Store It for Longer

By | September 30th, 2023|Categories: Diesel fuel, Fuel Tanks|

The last thing you need during an extended power outage is to run out of diesel fuel or discover that your supply has been contaminated. So, storing fuel properly is essential to avoid any future disruptions. But here's the kicker: Diesel has a short shelf life, and storing it correctly can be tricky. If you want [...]

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Commercial Generator Glossary

By | August 27th, 2023|Categories: Commercial Generator, Generator, Industrial generator|

Are you looking for a commercial generator glossary? You’ve come to the right place! As commercial generators continue to advance, the terms used in the industry are becoming more specific and technical. We've created this detailed generator glossary to help you understand and use generator jargon. You can bookmark it and return to this page whenever [...]

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How to Prevent Diesel Fuel Contamination?

By | August 20th, 2023|Categories: Diesel fuel, Diesel generator, Generator Maintenance|

If you operate any machinery that runs on diesel, fuel contamination can pose a serious threat to them. Microbial contamination, also known as the Diesel Bug, can not only reduce the performance of the fuel but also affect the internal components of your machinery, which can lead to costly repairs.    This blog will walk you through [...]

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What Is a Commercial Generator?

By | August 18th, 2023|Categories: Commercial Generator, Generator, Industrial generator|

Generators are marvels of engineering that can keep your systems going during a power outage. They can be classified into several types based on their power output. This blog will examine what defines a commercial generator, how it differs from residential and industrial generators, and how to choose the right one for your needs.  Residential vs. [...]

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The Impact Of Power Failures At Airport: How Backup Generators Can Help?

By | August 11th, 2023|Categories: Back-up generator, Power Backup, Power Industry|

If you think airports are chaotic on the surface, dig a little deeper, and you will be astonished by the sheer magnitude of what happens behind the scenes. Airports operate as intricate and well-oiled machines with many tiny cogs that work in tandem to ensure their smooth operation. With every piece of technology running on electricity, [...]

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Top Five 400 kW Generators for Sale

By | June 12th, 2023|Categories: 400 kW Generators for Sale, Industrial generator, Used Diesel Generator|

Are you looking for a 400 kW generator? Deciding which generator best suits your needs can be hard with too many options. That's why we've compiled a list of the top 400 kW generators for sale in 2023. However, before discussing the types of 400 kW generators, let us first understand what a 400 kW generator [...]

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Power Up: Top 10 500 kW Generators For Sale

By | June 12th, 2023|Categories: 500Kw Generator|

In today's world, power is everything. A 500 kW generator is a powerful and efficient option providing electricity to large facilities or events. The sales projections for generators on the global level are expected to reach USD 39.28 billion by 2027. Are you considering purchasing a generator for your business or organization? With so many options [...]

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The Eight Best 250 kW Generators You Need to Know

By | June 12th, 2023|Categories: 250Kw Generator, Generator, Industrial generator|

Power is power. In a world that is constantly evolving, uninterrupted power is important. With a large chunk of energy sources still being non-renewable and 13% of the world still being without access to energy, generators make a difference when it matters the most. They make sure our work and lives function smoothly in case of [...]

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