Thinking About a Generator?
Lively weather patterns are
a given Across Saskatchewan.
year round it seems that power
outages happen sporadically &
Unexpectedly Depending on the
circumstances Some of these
power outages are promptly
resolved, but some last for days.
More and more residents are
seeing the benefits to having
their own generator to deal
with these situations. Of course,
US Sask Folk love the idea of
generators for other reasons
as well – after all, we love to
live our lives outdoors.
But whatever the reason you are
considering a backup power
source, the generator model
you choose will make a
difference in how well it
works for your situation.
Here is a brief rundown
of the generator types you
may wish to consider.
Which Generator Model
Should You Choose?
FIND THE RIGHT HOME BACKUP GENERATOR FOR YOU
With a few clicks of the mouse, our easy-to-use generator sizing calculator will recommend a range of generators that fit you.
Portable Generators:
There are many types of portable
generators, and they can help you
out in many situations. All of them
provide power with mobility. These
range from small, handheld generators
to larger portable generators on wheels
and encased in a protective steel frame.
While portable generators have
traditionally been used for recreational
or work purposes (onsite construction,
for instance) they are becoming
increasingly popular with people across
North America. Homeowners who want
a way to survive in comfort through our
power outages. They can generate more
than enough to get families through a
short outage without too much
discomfort. These units are also popular
with weekend campers & vacationers.
Standby Generators:
The standby generator model is showing
up more and more on residential and
commercial properties in this area. A
standby generator is permanently
installed at your home or facility, and
essentially operates as an emergency
“power plants”. These units are fuelled
by gas or propane, routing electricity
into the home through a previously
installed, automatic transfer switch.
This switch will automatically start
and stop the generator, and will
regulate which appliances and
fixtures are supported by the
standby power – and in what
order. People with standby
generator models do not
suffer any downtime in the event
of a power outage – unless of course,
the unit was improperly maintained
or has not been refilled with gas
from the last usage.
RV Power Generators:
Recreational vehicles are all the
rage, & adventure seekers across
the country are discovering the joys
of the open road. While RV’s offer the
opportunity to hook into electrical
power at campsites, you may often
find yourself in a more remote area
without hookups – or boon-docking in
parking lots. RV generator models differ
from small, recreational portable
generators in they provide enough
juice to power the A/C unit in your RV.
They can even run off your existing gas
or propane tanks, and can be housed in
your outdoor compartments.
PTO Generators:
Also known as, Tractor powered
generators, provide portable &
backup generator power in farming,
ranch, & other agricultural applications.
Therefore, if you maintain land and have
a large tractor, you may find a power
takeoff (PTO) generator useful. As
generators are basically an engine
and an alternator, some farmers will
attach a PTO generators (essentially
fancy alternators) to the tractor engine
to create electricity.
FIND THE RIGHT BACKUP GENERATOR
FOR YOU So, which generator
model is right for you?
Contact the team at Saunders Electric as
they can help you decide. while, also
listening to any concerns you may have,
understanding your backup power needs
while considering you and your budget….
To ensure you to decide on the very best
backup generator option for your home
or business. Not only is Saunders Electric
in its 65th year of business, we are also
master electricians, who are certified, &
Prince Albert’s authorized GENERAC
Generator dealer.
We have been trained and know exactly
how to install & maintain these units.
Don’t hesitate,
Call us today!