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Maintenance programs are a common and critical component for generators. The frequency and steps revolve around the type of generator, the use, and the environment in which it operates. In some cases, a simple visual monthly inspection is all that’s needed. Others require specific steps every two years. Most generators require maintenance in the bi-annual to annual range. While generators...
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We are hiring Six (6) Natural Gas & Diesel Generator Technicians (Level II-IV)! Excellent pay, benefits, nice work trucks, and a fun family work environment. Please visit our website careers page to apply. Position Summary We have openings for an experienced Gas and Diesel Generator Technician with varying amounts of experience, we want to hear from you! Our Technicians install,...
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Diesel Generator Engine Emissions & Tier Ratings Explained WPP’s comprehensive inventory of new and used generators, covering all tier levels, is unequaled in the industry. Search our inventory. Since the 1950s, the US government has been making plans to combat air pollution. From its inception to enforce the Clean Air Act of 1970, a law which provided much more stringent emission...
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During an emergency fuel is one of the first resources to go, having a sufficient reserve of fuel can be beneficial for staying prepared for the unexpected, such as extended power outages. Although beneficial, the shelf life of diesel does not last as long as one might think. Effected by tighter regulation and environmental and economic concerns, modern refining processes leaves today’s...
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Diesel powered generators are known for their fuel efficiency, reliability and long life-span. However, that does not mean they do not experience problems starting and running. One problem is the potential for overheating. Overheating can be caused by a low level of coolant, improper use, or a problem with the generator. Why is an overheating generator a bad thing? If the generator...
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What Is Wet Stacking in Diesel Engines? Diesel engines have been in use for well over a century now. The first successful diesel engine test was performed by Rudolf Diesel back in 1897, where he demonstrated that the diesel engine (named after the man himself) had an efficiency of 26% as compared to the other popular option at the time – steam engine - which had an efficiency of about...
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Over 1 million people are currently under mandatory evacuation orders as Hurricane Florence churns towards the eastern seaboard. Officials warn that the storm -- currently a category 4 -- 'has potential to cause massive damage to parts of the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States, and not just in the coastal areas where the storm aims to make landfall Friday morning". Powerful storm...
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