Buying Used Diesel Generators to Power Electrical Equipment

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A lot of business owners prefer to run their equipment and machinery with diesel generators, whether as a main source of power or standby power in the event of an outage. Used diesel generators can be cost-effective alternatives to brand new units, especially if you are looking to invest in a reliable power source for immediate use or to replace an old or defunct unit. When considering a used diesel generator, you need to examine factors like its condition and age, and what you will need it for (i.e. for standby or main power). Moreover, you need to make sure that you are looking at the selection of used generators offered by an established and reputable seller. 

Used diesel generators enable you to acquire high-quality industrial assets cost-effectively, but you need to be sure to choose the right unit for your power requirements. Once you are confident with the size of the generator, you need to consider other factors like the usage, hours, and age of the unit, the manufacturer, and its performance in a load test. Find out how many hours it still has, as the engine is typically like a car with an odometer. Find out what it was used for, too. A used diesel generator that was used as standby power will be typically better maintained with minimal signs of wear than a unit that was used as a primary power source. 

Reputable providers of used diesel generators will readily disclose important information on every product. They make sure that the operating hours, previous application conditions, and the model year are completely known and documented. Moreover, they never make a unit available unless it has completed and passed a load bank test and a thorough inspection. That way, you can be confident with the quality and performance of the used diesel generator you are planning to buy. 

Used diesel generators can be from any brand or manufacturer, but the most popular ones are Caterpillar and Cummins. Verify the reputation and the history of the manufacturer. In most cases, it pays to choose a used diesel generator from a well-known manufacturer than settling with an unknown brand. That way, you can be confident in the performance of the generator. 

About The Author:

Josh Kramer is President and Founder of Swift Equipment Solutions. They offer new, surplus and refurbished equipment assets. The equipment includes refurbished engines, compressors, and generators. They also specialize in giving recommendation for equipment solutions that exactly fit the requirements for their customers’.