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About Patrick Paden

For over 40 years I have 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. My success comes from listening and understanding the customer needs. I pride myself on having many repeat customers, meeting or exceeding their needs in a cost effective and timely manner.

Here is who we work with:

✓ BUSINESS OWNERS - Looking for on-site emergency/standby or prime power generation solutions. We provide cost effective low risk used generators inspected and load tested by certified technicians, with quick delivery to meet your needs.

✓ ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS - Looking for on-site emergency/standby or prime power generation solutions. We provide cost effective low risk used generators inspected and load tested by certified technicians, with quick delivery to meet your needs.

✓ ENGINEERS -Looking for on-site emergency/standby or prime power generation solutions. We provide cost effective low risk used generators inspected and load tested by certified technicians, with quick delivery to meet your needs.

✓ PLANT MANAGERS - Looking for on-site emergency/standby or prime power generation solutions. We provide cost effective low risk used generators inspected and load tested by certified technicians, with quick delivery to meet your needs.

✓ DEALERS, BROKERS and MANUFACTURERS Looking for on-site emergency/standby or prime power generation solutions. We provide cost effective low risk used generators inspected and load tested by certified technicians, with quick delivery to meet your needs..

We specialize in the brands you can trust, CAT, Caterpillar, Cummins, Baldor, Detroit Diesel, GM, Jenbacher, John Deere, Katolight, Kohler, Generac, Mitsubishi, MQ Power, MTU, Multiquip,Olympian, Onan, Volvo, Waukesha and others.

Top 5 Generac Diesel Generators for Sale

By |2026-03-17T00:27:41+00:00November 24th, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

Generac Diesel Generators are designed in a manner that they ensure complete safety. Moreover, these generators are compliant with building, fire, as well as electrical codes, thereby ensuring ease of installation without any hassles whatsoever. Highly fuel efficient, the high-performance Generac Diesel generators have always been sought after by enterprises ever since their launch back in [...]

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How to Choose Between a Natural Gas vs Diesel Powered Generator

By |2026-03-17T00:27:43+00:00October 6th, 2022|Categories: Diesel generator|

Are you looking to invest in a generator for your business? Are you struggling to choose between a diesel powered generator and a natural gas one? A reliable generator is one investment every business owner should have. With the key benefits they offer, they help ensure that business operations go on. This applies even when a [...]

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10 Best Kohler Industrial Generators for Sale

By |2026-03-17T00:30:15+00:00October 3rd, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

Were you searching for “Kohler Industrial Generators on Sale?” If you have been on the lookout for a reliable backup power supply for your business or industrial setup, we can help you out. We have a wide range of new and used Kohler Generators for sale. Our range of used generators is offered at a fairly [...]

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10 Best Used Caterpillar Generators for Sale

By |2026-03-17T00:30:17+00:00October 3rd, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

If you have been on the lookout for industrial generators from a reputable name brand such as Caterpillar, you have arrived at just the right place.  At Central States Diesel Generators, we have the perfect assortment of ‘Caterpillar Generators for Sale! Why Caterpillar Generators? CAT diesel generators can be found in a wide range of industries [...]

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Is a Used Diesel Generator Better for Industrial Plants? Your Questions, Answered

By |2026-03-17T00:30:20+00:00September 30th, 2022|Categories: Diesel generator|

A commercial diesel generator could be an excellent asset for your business operations and industrial applications. It can protect you against the eventuality of power outtakes, storms, and other natural disasters. With a reliable generator, you would mitigate any downtime, protecting your profits and employees. Now, suppose you’re in the market for a generator. In that [...]

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Generac Generator Won’t Start. How to Fix Fast? (Expert Tips)

By |2026-03-17T00:30:21+00:00August 2nd, 2022|Categories: Generator Maintenance|

Generac Power generators can be the lifeline for you in case of power outages, which is a common phenomenon during harsh winters. It is at this time that we realize just how important this power backup equipment is. While there are several options available in the market, the one brand that has stood the test of [...]

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Caterpillar Generator Won’t Start. How to Fix Fast? (Expert Tips)

By |2026-03-17T00:30:23+00:00August 1st, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

From dirty air filter to faulty low oil sensor, from clogged fuel valve to stale gasoline there may be numerous reasons why your Caterpillar won t start. Let us examine what to do in such a situation!  We often rely on standby generators to provide us with electricity in case of a power outage. And most [...]

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7 Reasons Why Generator Maintenance is Important

By |2026-03-17T00:30:24+00:00August 1st, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

Benefits of Generator Maintenance A diesel generator is a perfect source of power in instances where electric power fails. During thunderstorms, it is not uncommon for different areas to experience extended blackout periods which result in financial loss due to downtimes in commercial facilities. With the recently issued tornado watch for the larger part of Wisconsin, [...]

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What Is an Oil Pressure Switch in Diesel Engine? How Does It Work?

By |2026-03-17T00:30:25+00:00August 1st, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

Oil Pressure Switch - Definition, Function and Applications The simplest way to define an engine oil pressure switch is as an on-engine protection device. The oil pressure switch, as the name suggests, enables the monitoring of the oil pressure of the engine. This switch can usually be located on the engine block and can be found [...]

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Kohler Generator Won’t Start. How to Fix Fast? (Expert Tips)

By |2026-03-17T00:30:26+00:00July 31st, 2022|Categories: Power Backup|

If the start switch of your Kohler Generator doesn't seem to be working properly, then chances are it may be because of an underlying fault. From spark plugs to fuel pumps, from the air filters to gas pressure there may be many reasons why your Kohler engine cranks but won't start. Generators are the lifeline of [...]

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