Today’s electrical grid delivers reliable electricity to millions of homes and businesses. However, electrical failures that affect large geographic areas do happen on a recurring basis due to ...

During the 2005 U.S. hurricane season, power outages were widespread, calling a great many diesel generators into service. While most started and delivered much needed power to their facilities, many ...

Diesel generator operators are already familiar with the problem of wet stacking, a buildup of unburned fuel in the exhaust system that can lead to decreased engine performance and premature failure.

Diesel engines are renowned for their remarkable low-end torque, longevity, and sterling fuel economy. Diesel fuel packs 10% to 15% more energy than gasoline or petrol, enabling it to go 35% farther ...

As covered in my previous blog post, all diesel-powered generators should be loaded to at least 30% of their standby nameplate rating when exercised during their monthly test. If the connected load ...