The Importance of Standby Power Generation

For businesses that rely on electricity, standby power generation is a must-have. It’s the best way to ensure that your operations remain uninterrupted in case of a power outage or other system failure. Not only does it provide peace of mind for business owners, but it also ensures that customer service and production lines stay running without disruption. Let’s explore the key benefits of standby power generation for businesses.

Cost Savings & Reduced Downtime

The cost associated with an unexpected power outage can be astronomical, as businesses must contend with lost revenue from both sales and customer service operations. By investing in standby power generation, you can avoid these losses entirely by ensuring that your systems are always up and running no matter what the circumstances may be. Additionally, you can save money by avoiding the costs associated with repairing damaged equipment, or loss of material due to an unexpected power surge or blackout. 

Reliable Energy Source 

Another critical benefit of standby power generation is its reliability when traditional electrical grid systems might not be available due to inclement weather or other natural disasters. These types of generators are built to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh conditions so they can keep your business running in a pinch, even if the main source of electricity fails you.

Within seconds of a utility outage, an automatic transfer switch senses the loss of power and prompts the backup generator to start transferring the electrical load to the generator seamlessly. Once utility power is restored, the automatic transfer switch shifts the electrical load back to the utility and communicates to the generator to shut off. It then returns to standby mode awaiting the next emergency to turn back on and ensure the lights remain active and working keeping businesses operational. Most backup power generators run on diesel, natural gas, or liquid propane gas. These fuel sources are readily available, so you don’t have to worry about running out during an emergency.

Power Resilient

Standby power generation is an essential part of any business's operations, especially those that require a consistent source of electricity for optimal performance and customer satisfaction alike. With reliable energy sources, cost savings opportunities, and environmental benefits all at play here, there’s no reason not to consider investing in standby generators for your business. Not only will it give you peace of mind when disaster strikes, but it will also help protect your bottom line from potential losses caused by unexpected downtime or costly repairs down the road.

At Industrial Energy Applications (IEA) we provide businesses large and small with standby power generators with real-time round-the-clock monitoring. We also offer maintenance, fuel inventory management, and testing of your standby power generators to ensure they are always working and ready to back you up in case of an emergency. Contact us today to learn how IEA can help your business become power resilient and provide you with reliable energy when you need it.