Stable electricity supply is necessary for enterprises, construction sites, warehouses, production facilities and infrastructure facilities. If the connection to a centralized network is limited or a backup power source is required, a diesel generator becomes a practical solution. A modern diesel power plant is capable of operating as a primary or backup power source, providing electricity to the equipment even in case of interruptions in the external network.
Where diesel power plants are used
Generator sets are used in situations where a power outage can lead to a shutdown of production processes, damage to equipment, or malfunction of important systems. Depending on the capacity and design, the equipment is used both at small facilities and at large industrial sites.
- construction sites and temporary facilities;
- industrial enterprises and production halls;
- warehouse and logistics complexes;
- commercial and administrative buildings;
- pumping and utility stations;
- communication facilities and engineering infrastructure.
Main characteristics of the generator set
The main parameter when choosing equipment is electrical power. It must correspond to the total load of the connected consumers. In this case, it is necessary to take into account not only the rated power consumption, but also the starting currents of electric motors, compressors, pumps and other equipment.
They also pay attention to voltage, number of phases, current frequency, engine type, fuel consumption, and battery life. For facilities with constant load, the installation requirements may differ from those for a backup generator, which starts only when the main network is disconnected in an emergency.
How to choose the right power
It is advisable to start choosing the capacity by making a list of all consumers. The operating capacity is determined for each equipment, after which the total load is calculated. Devices that generate significant inrush current must be considered separately.
Too powerful a generator is not always a rational choice. When working with low load, the engine may not be used optimally. At the same time, insufficient power will lead to overloads and may cause unstable operation or emergency shutdown.
Backup or primary power supply
According to their purpose, generator sets can be divided into two main groups. The backup system turns on when the voltage in the centralized network disappears. This option is especially in demand.
