• Why Port Operations Need Diesel Generators for Backup

    Why Port Operations Need Diesel Generators for Backup

    Diesel generators will often come to the rescue when one of America’s ports is faced with a disaster. This is a great way to keep ports working, which is beneficial to both the businesses and the economy in general. The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) backs this with much of the research they’ve done…

  • Blue Star Systems 50Kw Trailer Mounted Generator Installation

    Blue Star Systems 50Kw Trailer Mounted Generator Installation

    Mid Florida Diesel is proud to have delivered a new Blue Star Power Systems 50KW Trailer Mounted generator to the City of Lakeland, Florida. Blue Star continues to customize their mobile generator packages to our customer’s needs!This 50KW comes with a John Deere engine, Marathon alternator, Basler controller, 2 position voltage selector switch, interior &…

  • Why you Should Choose Northern Lights Generator

    Why you Should Choose Northern Lights Generator

    There are many types of boats on our oceans today. Regardless of their size, these boats oftentimes have refrigerators, air conditioners, and hydraulic systems on them. To run these accessories a generator is necessary. Unfortunately, this can be a major investment. In fact, it can be the most expensive piece of equipment aboard your boat.…

  • Pinellas County Project

    Pinellas County Project

    Mid Florida Diesel received technical help from Ronnie Carol with Basler Electric recently for a Pinellas County project. Ronnie guided Josh Little, our Generator Division’s Lead Foreman and Pinellas County personnel with the installation of Basler’s 2020HD Generator Controller on one of their existing 100KW Blue Star Trailer Mounted Generator. Thanks to Ronnie for his…

  • Are Natural Gas Generators The Ultimate Solution For Data Centers?

    Are Natural Gas Generators The Ultimate Solution For Data Centers?

    Technology is advancing faster than we can imagine and data centers are transforming completely. Gone are the days when small IT-load severs we the most common, as companies are nowadays relying on large hyperscale facilities, for their cloud-based technology and colocation services. But there’s one big question we should ask ourselves: will we be able…

  • What Size Should My Generator Be?

    What Size Should My Generator Be?

    If you leave in Southwest Florida – not necessarily, though – there’s no doubt that you’re in need of a generator. Whether hurricane is announced and you expect being left without power or you just want to have a backup if it suddenly runs off, a power generator is definitely a great buy. However, picking…

  • “OUT WITH THE OLD IN WITH THE NEW” said the CITY OF LAKELAND WASTE WATER DEPARTMENT!

    “OUT WITH THE OLD IN WITH THE NEW” said the CITY OF LAKELAND WASTE WATER DEPARTMENT!

    Mid Florida Diesel recently replaced a 400kw Caterpillar generator with 415kw Blue Star Power Systems generator! This unit is packaged with a nice John Deere engine, inside a Level III – Legacy, which is a sound attenuated Aluminum Enclosure. Due to the 2000 gallon stand alone fuel tank, Mid Florida Diesel had to install a…

  • 5 Benefits of a Diesel Generator You Should Know Before Getting One

    5 Benefits of a Diesel Generator You Should Know Before Getting One

    There’s no doubt that diesel generators can be a great investment, as they are way better when compared with petrol generators. However, we bet that there are a lot of people out there, interested in buying one but still have a few doubts. After all, we’re talking about a serious investment, right? If you’re among…

  • The Advent of Electric Trucks

    The Advent of Electric Trucks

    There’s still some doubt floating about in regard to whether trucks will become electrified. However, many professionals in the freight sector believe that the adoption of electric vehicle technology will happen faster than expected for four main reasons. Why We’ll Soon see Electrified Trucks on our Roads The four main reasons why we’ll soon see…

  • What to Look for When Buying a Portable Diesel Generator

    What to Look for When Buying a Portable Diesel Generator

    There are various reasons why you should consider getting a diesel generator: preparing for a sudden power outage, looking to run a job site, for recreational purposes and many more. However, picking the best model, able to suit your needs perfectly, is far from being an easy job, as there are a lot of aspects…

  • Is There any Hope Left for Diesel Engines?

    Is There any Hope Left for Diesel Engines?

    You don’t need to be the biggest car enthusiast out there in order to be aware of the fact that diesel engines are nowadays constantly criticized, while electric options are gaining more and more territory. And this doesn’t come as a surprise at all, especially after the already notorious diesel emissions cheating scandal Volkswagen Group…

  • Hurricane Season? Diesel Power To The Rescue

    Hurricane Season? Diesel Power To The Rescue

    There’s no doubt that the 2017 hurricane season was far from being gentle, as seventeen storms were registered in the United States, between June 1 and November 30. Specifically, we’re talking about five Category 5 storms, as well as three Category 4 storms, alongside weaker hurricanes, happened within a period of 26 days. As reported…