What Size Generator Do I Need? When your home or business experiences a blackout, it can create a serious safety issue. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average American experiences around 7 hours of blackouts every year, almost twice as many as a decade ago. Buying a generator is a great way to […]
Natural gas is a significant energy source worldwide, contributing 22% to the global energy supply. People use it for various purposes, such as generating electricity, heating homes and businesses, and fueling engines. As access to natural gas increases, natural gas generators are becoming more popular. This article highlights the several benefits of using natural gas […]
The 60 kW Triton Diesel Generator Set – UL2200 uses a turbocharged, after-cooled, 4-cylinder Iveco engine. The EU- and EPA-certified diesel generator ensures clean, rapid power in all types of conditions and circumstances. Iveco diesel motors are economical, with low operating costs and offer durable, high-performance operation during prime or standby situations. The generator uses a Triton […]
Generators are the go-to solutions in times of power outages. When the electric grid suffers a disruption of service, homes will be left without power to run electrical appliances. Public service facilities, such as hospitals and airports, will stand still until the power supply is restored. Food stored in refrigerators and freezers could spoil. For […]
When looking to purchase a generator the first thing to consider is the intended use. It may seem obvious what power rating is required for an application but there are a number of factors to consider before purchasing a generator. The guidelines set forth in this article will better explain the proper application of generator […]
The EEI vows to make a “significant and positive contribution to the long-term success of the electric power industry in its vital mission to provide electricity to foster economic progress and improve the quality of life.” What is the EEI? EEI stands for the Edison Electric Institute, formed in 1993, is the association that represents all […]
What Are Ancillary Services? Grid ancillary services refer to functions that help grid operators balance and support the transmission of energy from generators to consumers. Ancillary service markets maintain a reliable electricity system by controlling the proper flow and direction of electricity, addressing supply and demand imbalances and helping the power system recover after catastrophic […]
Americas Generators’ line of Triton Power generators featuring MTU diesel-powered engines offers performance ranging from 270 kW to 3,100 kW. MTU engine model #12V1600 G20S provides three-phase power at 1,800 rpm and 668 kWm (or 896 HP). The engine is radiator cooled with turbocharged and aftercooled aspiration. There are 12 cylinders within MTU model #12V1600 G20S. […]
This 250 kW Triton diesel genset starts with an Iveco generator engine. Iveco has been engineering highly efficient engines with a customer-first mentality for decades. You can find Iveco diesel engines (as well as those operating off other fuel types) in busses, fire trucks, construction vehicles and more worldwide. They design their eco-friendly power generation from their […]
Triton’s 190 kW John Deere diesel genset is built to provide 3-phase power in territories that aren’t required to comply with EPA or EU emissions legislation. With the John Deere engine model #6068 HF258 as a base, this generator set provides 190kW of standby power and 170 kW of prime power. Due to automatic output voltage regulation, this […]