Precautions for Generator Installation Site

When installing commercial generators, each installation location will have different requirements, but generally there are general requirements for generator installation. These projects include:

The physical installation location of the generator

Generator foundation, such as concrete pads

Access for maintenance workers to repair and maintain generators

Accessibility of refueling vehicles for refueling

Safety of pedestrians, pedestrians, and tourists entering the generator

Fuel tank - above ground or underground

Generator casing protection from natural environmental influences

If the generator is installed in a building called a generator room, it is absolutely necessary to make appropriate preparations for the room to ensure its safety, and to take appropriate measures to protect the generator, as well as the employees and duty personnel working in the facility, such as proper ventilation, noise reduction, etc.

It is also important to comply with all local building regulations, including fire safety regulations and local emission regulations. Please be sure to consult experts to help guide you through the necessary steps and paperwork required to install the generator.

Overview of Generator Installation

The installation process of commercial generators is a complex process that involves many steps. Each installation project may be different, so we will provide an overview below, focusing on the most important steps.

Preparation of generator foundation or concrete pad

All relevant permits for the installation site of the generator have been obtained

The generator complies with all local and national building codes, as well as regulations from the United States Environmental Protection Agency

The generator is installed on a prepared foundation or concrete pad

All necessary connections have been completed, such as fuel lines, electrical connections, fuel lines, etc

Run and test the generator to ensure it is set up correctly and ready for use

Clean up the installation site, remove all equipment, tools, materials, and waste

Other precautions

Before installing a backup commercial generator, there are other considerations that need to be considered, and Dingbo Power will briefly introduce them.

Generator selection

When choosing commercial generators for your business or facility, you may consider purchasing generators that meet your current needs, but considering in advance any potential increase in electricity demand as your business continues to grow and expand will not be harmful.

Generator cost

When considering generators, it is wise not to make purchasing decisions solely based on price tags. Purchasing a commercial backup generator is not just a one-time payment, regardless of the amount. Commercial generators require regular repairs, maintenance, and testing to ensure they are always ready for power supply in the event of a power outage.

Fuel cost

Fuel cost should also be a factor in your generator selection process. Fuel prices are constantly fluctuating, making it difficult to determine the cost of fuel.

Generator management

When installing commercial generators as backup power solutions, consider investing in an automatic transfer switch (ATS). After detecting a power outage in the main grid, the automatic transfer switch will prompt the generator to start. Once the main power grid resumes power supply, the generator will be prompted to shut down.

If there is no ATS, staff will need to manually turn the switch on the generator control device on site to operate the generator in the event of a power outage, and the generator must also be manually shut down after power is restored.

Portable generator rental

If you are looking for a short-term backup power solution, portable rental generators may be a good choice. Portable generator leasing is a temporary solution to short-term electricity demand.

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