Diesel Generators

Standby diesel generators are designed and engineered for power systems around the world by UK diesel generator manufacturer, YorPower. We provide and generate temporary or permanent power solutions to supply electricity in lieu of mains. Standby diesel generators are available for multiple applications, in conjunction with various ancillary devices which include, base frame, integral fuel tank, control panel, silent canopy, output circuit breakers and engine water heater; collectively called a generating set. Any standby generator required urgently for emergency backup power, can be purchased from one of 5 YorPower outlets worldwide. Diesel generator set sizes range from 7 to 32kW (also 7-32kVA) in single phase models, suitable for domestic homes, small businesses and mobile food outlets. Larger standby generators for industrial applications up 2,500kW are used for business critical systems, data centres, production facilities and are housed in ISO shipping containers or purpose built plant rooms. A great source of information can be found at the Wikipedia link below and the YorPower guide to Standby Generators relating diesel generators in the UK, to typical applications, including sizing, practical considerations, and, importantly, financial running costs calculated at £ per kW hour, see the YorPower Diesel Generator Fuel Comparison Chart.

Standby generators and Grid support. Emergency standby diesel generators can be used not only for temporary or emergency backup power, but also for exporting power to the grid and the utility provider during peak periods. For example, a standby generator installed at a water treatment plant, hospital or a university will commonly have a secondary function to support the UK national grid in times of sudden power surges or known seasonal peaks. There is financial benefit for both parties and paralleling with the grid is a convenient way of facilitating otherwise unused power sources. Running a diesel generator is not an economical way of providing power, however, for short term peak load requirements they provide an important reserve source of 4 GW spare capacity that the grid can call on at any time and available within minutes.

Frequently a diesel generator will receive its fuel supply from a separate bulk tank which allows extended running time. More commonly, they are manufactured with an integral base fuel tank which will provide sufficient fuel to keep the generator running flat out for 8-12 hours. A standard diesel powered generator will be supplied with a sound and weatherproof canopy and can be easily located outside without the need for a specially designed plant room. Legislation in the UK determines that any diesel fuel stored, whether separately in a remote bulk tank or as an integral part of the diesel generator, must have a bund that can hold the full contents in the event of a leakage.

Standby generator power from YorPower - Standby power systems you can depend on from YorPower operate 24 hours a day all year round. All standby generators are manufactured at our production plant near Leeds and undergo rigorous tests before they are ready for sale. Any YorPower diesel generator supplied to the UK market for base load, standby, prime and emergency power applications will have been checked and load tested prior to installation. Our Dealers overseas enjoy unprecedented support from the YorPower HQ and hold significant stocks of ready for despatch.

If you would like to buy a new diesel generator, call us on +44 977 688155 or e-mail sales@yorpower.com.

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