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Can a Standby Generator Make You Money?
How Backup Power Can Save You Money—and Even Pay You Back Investing in a standby generator is often seen as a precautionary measure—something you install to protect your home or business during a power outage. But what if your generator could do more than just keep...
Optional Standby Generator Systems: A Practical Guide to NEC Article 702
Optional standby generator systems offer power backup for homes, businesses, and facilities where loss of electricity could cause inconvenience, economic loss, or operational disruption—but not where life safety is at risk. Unlike emergency or legally required standby...
How to Choose the Right Jib Crane
Choosing the right overhead crane for your business can seem daunting due to the hundreds of sizes and configurations available. However, if you work with limited floor space or perform repetitive lifts, a jib crane might be your material handling solution. Unlike...
Regular Oil Changes for Standby Generators: Why They Matter More Than You Think
When it comes to ensuring your standby generator will function during an emergency, regular oil changes are non-negotiable. Like any combustion engine, your generator depends on clean oil to operate efficiently and reliably—but because it often sits unused for long...
Understanding Legally Required Standby Generators: A Practical Guide to NEC Article 701
Legally required standby generators play a critical role in ensuring safety and continuity in facilities where power loss could result in hazards or regulatory non-compliance. According to the National Electrical Code (NEC) Article 701, these systems are defined as...
Knower Webinar Series: Mastering VFDs
Mastering VFDs: Applications, History, and System Compatibility Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) have revolutionized the way we control electric motors, offering enhanced efficiency, reliability, and versatility. In this blog post, we will delve into the...
How Much Does Predictive Maintenance Cost?
In theory, Predictive maintenance is the best option for every industrial facility. Monitoring in-service equipment allows you to forecast when repairs will be needed rather than waiting for a failure to occur before intervening (run-to-failure approach) or performing...
Choosing the Right Electric Motor
Choosing the right electric motor for a specific commercial or industrial application can be challenging due to the vast array of sizes and options available in the marketplace. For example, will a general-purpose motor adequately serve your specific needs, or do you...
Diesel Fuel Testing: Key Factors to Ensure Fuel Stability and Performance
Understanding Diesel Fuel Stability and Testing In 2007, the EPA set a strict limit of 15 ppm on sulfur content in diesel fuel. While this regulation has significantly reduced emissions, it has also increased the risk of fuel instability and microbial growth over...
Which Type of Automatic Transfer Switch is Best for You?
Understanding Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) Choosing the right automatic transfer switch (ATS) is crucial for ensuring a seamless transition between power sources during an outage. Different ATS types cater to various applications, each with its advantages and...