A gas piping module, the first in a series of enhancements to the Power Design Pro™ software, a generator sizing tool, has been added. The gas piping module is used to determine the required pipe size ...

Correctly sizing a generator for a customer is vital to taking the best care of your generator fleet. You want to make sure they have enough power, but not enough that there will be issues with light ...

Due to increasing grid instability, architects, builders, and homeowners recognize the importance of whole-home standby power. But the size and cost of a generator depend on the home’s electrical load ...

When the power goes out, whether due to a hurricane, heat stress on the power grid, or just one downed tree, the right generator can be a lifesaver. Because of this, you should regularly check and ...

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Power outages are often the collateral damage of severe snow and rain storms and other acts of nature. After you've experienced a few you're more likely to consider getting a generator to keep your ...

Q. How do I size an optional standby generator when a manual or automatic transfer switch is installed? (Answer based on 2011 NEC.) A. The calculated load on the standby source must be in accordance ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Electrical power outages are unavoidable and increasing in both frequency and ...

So, you’ve decided to buy a generator. Generators are a fantastic way to ensure power during blackouts and help to provide power to places where electrical service is not an option. If you’re doing a ...