October 16, 2018
After a relaxing vacation, coming home to missing valuables, a water-damaged house or vandalized property is an abrupt wake-up call. Worse, your vacation is cut short […]
October 9, 2018
In the early 2000s, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency introduced a four-tier system to reduce emissions from diesel engines. Stationary and non-road mobile diesel engines, including generator set […]
October 2, 2018
CHP, or combined heat and power, is a method of electricity generation that captures and uses the heat byproduct naturally released when electricity is generated from […]
September 25, 2018
John Deere is known for reliability, performance and versatility, making their engines an excellent choice for a backup generator. The John Deere engine model 4045 HF285 […]
September 18, 2018
Fuel cells, which in practical applications are actually a stack of fuel cells working in parallel, use chemical energy to produce power, rather than combustion. When […]
September 11, 2018
Power outages can be inconvenient and dangerous if you’re not prepared. What causes power outages? There are a number of reasons, including inclement weather, equipment failure and […]
August 28, 2018
Generator covers protect your building’s backup power supply during snow, ice, wind, rain and other damaging forces. A generator enclosure should both keep your generator safe from […]
August 21, 2018
Marine diesel generators are subject to a corrosive, compact environment, which makes their construction distinct from other types of generators, even other diesel generators. Americas Generators offers […]
August 14, 2018
The Cummins brand is known for its reliable, efficient and versatile diesel-powered engines, and the 150 kVA Cummins Diesel Generator Set is no exception. The four-cycle QSB5-G6 engine […]
July 26, 2018
Computers and other electronics contain elements that are sensitive to dips and surges in your power supply. While the power that you receive from your local […]
July 24, 2018
When the power goes out, it’s crucial for retailers, manufacturers, restaurants, and schools to have a reliable backup generator for businesses. Power outages can severely impact […]
July 10, 2018
The most common reason standby generators fail to start when they’re needed is faulty batteries. To protect against this, it’s important to load test your batteries […]
June 19, 2018
Americas Generators has consistently offered a collection of used diesel generators since opening its doors three decades ago. In fact, buying and selling used generators is […]
June 12, 2018
Don’t wait until the next big storm to determine which generator is right for your family’s home. Plan ahead using these tips to choose which generator […]
June 5, 2018
According to researchers across the country, the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season may once again be above average. However, they’re calling for a season only slightly more […]
May 22, 2018
A brownout occurs when the power grid does not have enough power to meet demands. A dip in voltage that lasts anywhere from seconds to hours […]
May 15, 2018
Last fall’s hurricanes wreaked havoc on communities across Florida, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Without power, nursing homes were unable to run air conditioning. […]
May 12, 2018
Choosing a generator in today’s fuel pricing uncertainty requires an unit that is long lasting, reliable and cost efficient . Diesel engines have a proven history of being […]
May 8, 2018
A transfer switch connects your backup generator to the circuits in your business that you need powered by the generator when you lose commercially-sourced electricity. The […]
May 1, 2018
The alternator within your diesel generator is responsible for converting the mechanical energy of the engine into electrical energy that is used to power your business. […]