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Diesel Generators: Solar-Plus-Storage Microgrid Systems For The Future
Diesel generators have been around for years. They have a very low maintenance cost associated with them, most likely because they do not use spark plugs or carburetors. They do have glow plugs, which allow the machine to run better. Diesel generators last a long time, especially if they are well cared for. They are…
City Of Haines City – Lake Eva Project
No job too big for our team at Mid Florida Diesel! We recently installed a 250kW generator, 1000 AMP ATS and a 1000 AMP Tristar Docking Station for the City of Haines City – Lake Eva Project. This generator came with a John Deere Engine, a Marathon Alternator and a Level III – Legacy –…
Choosing the Right Generator Size for Your Home
Most American homes lose power a few times a year for about 3 hours each time. However, if you live somewhere that experiences extreme weather (e.g. hurricanes), you can lose power for days or weeks at a time. When this happens it isn’t only inexpensive, it can also be expensive (e.g. spoiled food, frozen pipes,…
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 Power Systems, The Perfect Emergency Standby Power Solution
When it comes to big businesses, like retailers, it’s more than obvious that they can’t afford any downtime, especially when operating 24/7, 365 days a year. Therefore, it’s mandatory to have not only a large backup power system but to also maintain its reliability. After examining the market, we observed that one of the best…
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…
CITY OF SAINT PETERSBURG CHOOSES NATURAL GAS FOR BACK UP!
Mid Florida Diesel is proud to deliver a 500kw Blue Star Power Systems generator to back up the City of St. Petersburg’s Natural Gas station for the Sanitation Department garbage trucks. This generator is outfitted with a Volvo Engine, a Level II Weatherproof Aluminum enclosure rated for 150 mph wind load, fueled by 900 gallon…
“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…
A Hurricane Safety Checklist
Seasonal hurricane forecasts vary from year to year. However, just one storm could seriously disrupt your life – especially if you don’t have a generator available to depend on. Of course, this is just one of the many things you must do to be prepared before the next major storm comes your way. Build an…
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…
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…
Is there a future for Diesel Generators?
As the industrial revolution took off, there was a huge demand for equipment able to provide the power necessary to run various industries. We’re talking about industrial plants, manufacturing, agriculture and many others. However, there was a problem: grid power has been not able to meet the constantly growing demands. We’re now living in a…