19 Feb Generator maintenance: Why is it necessary?

Generator maintenance is  not only a preventative measure, but a key strategy to ensure the reliability, efficiency and durability of the equipment. But what is a generator? A generator (also known as an electric generator or power generator) is a device that converts mechanical energy from an internal combustion engine into electrical energy through the alternator; providing a reliable source of electricity in situations where there is no access to the electrical grid or when it fails.

If we need a generator in our facility and we have made an investment in its acquisition, we should be concerned that its operation is as efficient as possible, hence the importance of generator maintenance .

What are the benefits of generator set maintenance?

Preventing future operating problems

Regular maintenance allows potential problems to be detected before they become serious problems, thereby reducing the risk of interruptions in the energy supply and ensuring the reliability of the energy being produced.

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

Generators must operate, according to safety and environmental regulations, within certain parameters to minimize operating problems, risks of accidents and polluting emissions. Proper maintenance ensures that the generator set is operating in accordance with these standards and regulations, avoiding penalties and possible negative impacts on safety and the environment.

Increased service life and efficiency

With preventive maintenance of generator sets we increase the durability of our generator set. If we perform periodic maintenance on our generator set, such as checking the filters, changing the oil and cleaning the components, we prevent premature wear and ensure that all the components function correctly for longer. In addition, if we carry out this preventive maintenance we avoid the decrease in its energy efficiency and help to maintain low fuel consumption.

Cost optimization

Having periodic maintenance contracted for the generator sets may seem like an added cost, but in the long run it can avoid other higher costs of corrective maintenance that is necessary if there is a problem, such as failure of any of the components, and, as we have said, it increases the useful life of the components, so fewer component changes and updates will be necessary. In addition, as we have said before, with maintenance we increase its efficiency and therefore we also manage to control fuel consumption, which will be lower the better the operation of the generator set.

Preparation and review for extreme external circumstances

Depending on where the installation is located, it may be affected by extreme climates that affect the generator set, so it would be advisable to check it after extreme changes in temperature, heavy rains that lead to high levels of humidity, etc., that may have altered its operation. However, prior maintenance based on operational tests would also be advisable , for example when winter arrives in places with low temperatures, to ensure that the generator set will be in the best condition when we need it most and will function correctly under conditions of maximum demand.

The maintenance of emergency generator sets that we carry out at Electricidad Soma-GenPower not only covers the generator set, but also involves a real simulation of a power cut to see how the entire system works: if the set starts, if the network is switched, if the supply is correct, if when the supply is restored from the network, the set is switched and stopped correctly, etc.

In short, a generator set is a crucial device for ensuring power supply in emergency situations or in areas without access to public grid electricity or as a support for isolated photovoltaic systems. That is why it is important to properly maintain generator sets to ensure that they perform their emergency function as efficiently as possible.

As we have said, in many cases the generator sets are associated with an installation of solar panels, batteries, inverters, etc. In addition to the maintenance of the generator set, we can also carry out the maintenance of the set: generator/solar, and thus keep the installation in perfect condition, minimizing costs, since with a single trip we can do both things, since we are specialists in off-grid power installations and their maintenance.

Maintenance of generator sets must be carried out by specialized and trained technicians, to ensure that the equipment operates efficiently and safely.

At Electricidad Soma-GenPower we have extensive experience in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of generator sets , so we know the equipment, its features and scope very well, and we can respond to any need that may arise, always with the guarantee of the knowledge and experience that support us.

If you are interested in purchasing, installing or maintaining a generator, you can ask us for information without obligation . We will be happy to offer you the best solution for your specific case.

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