Portable generators, with AC output of 10 kW and below, are among the most common items found on job sites. With so many different – and cheap – options available, you need to be distinguish between contractor grade product – and consumer grade or throwaway designs.
Who uses generators?Concrete and general contractors; framers, residential and commercial tile and flooring contractors
When do you recommend a portable generator?
Temporary power for worm-drive saws, sub pumps, air compressors and applications requiring less than 10kW of single phase power
Where are generators needed?
Site preparation, decorative asphalt, confined areas, utility construction, residential, plumbing and landscaping
What else may the customer need?
Users may require transit levels, shovels, and safety equipment; skid steers, nail guns, saws, and air compressors, concrete vibrators, submersible pumps, rebar equipment, tile or masonry saws
DID YOU KNOW? Weight matters. Many consumer grade generators reduce cost by using other – less conductive – materials than copper in the windings. This greatly reduces service life and output quality.
Learn more! Download information about generator sizing and the full range of Multiquip portable generators at multiquip.com
