When severe weather and heavy rains arrive, power outages often follow. Rising waters can be problematic for businesses and facilities that need to operate a temporary, mobile generator to provide power during a utility outage. These power systems are typically mounted on trailers and located outdoors in the elements, with…

Triennial generator service, also known as a “level 3 service” or “3-year service,” is a routine maintenance service performed every three years for commercial standby generator systems. Triennial service covers maintenance and replacement of engine components that are not typically replaced during Annual, Semi-Annual, or Quarterly maintenance visits. This includes…

Generator paralleling offers many advantages for standby power system installations, and it is widely considered one of the best practices to maximize backup power redundancy, scalability, and cost savings. As one of the first generator manufacturers to design and implement integrated paralleling, Generac has been an industry leader with state-of-the-art…

Standby generators are a unique asset to own. They have the important job of powering critical facility operations in emergency situations, but most of the time they sit idly somewhere in a back corner of the property without receiving much attention. The only time the engine starts and operates is…

When selecting a standby power system for a business or facility, many clients want to know the benefits or potential drawbacks of paralleling multiple generators compared to purchasing a single generator. This topic discusses industrial generator paralleling and how to determine if it makes sense for your generator application. The definition…

Electricity is something that, most of the time, people don’t think about. We automatically assume that power will be available when we need it. But if you are a business owner or someone tasked with assuring your business is operational at all times, you should have a backup plan. The…

To Our Valued Customers, At Clifford Power, serving our employees, customers, suppliers and partners is the most important thing we do. The health, safety and well-being of all our stakeholders remain our top priority and at the center of every decision. The global spread of COVID-19 is being closely monitored…

With summer season here, your standby/emergency generator should be maintained properly and special attention should be paid to key areas. Here are some generator maintenance tips for warm weather: Batteries Batteries are the single most common cause of generator failure. This is primarily caused by three factors: Battery deterioration: As…