Diesel Generator Installation

First, a Site Survey

We will carry out a FREE site survey of your building at no cost to you. Our site surveys provide accurate summaries that enable us to present you with a selection of backup generator options. This process helps us identify the most cost-effective system that aligns with your budget and time frame Our dedicated team will conduct a thorough assessment of your building during the site survey. This includes evaluating factors such as the layout, size, and electrical infrastructure, as well as any unique considerations specific to your premises. By considering these crucial details, we can recommend backup generator solutions tailored to your specific needs. Our goal is to provide you with a range of options to choose from. By offering multiple backup generator choices, we empower you to select the one that best suits your requirements, whether it's for a small building or a large commercial complex. Rest assured, our site survey will help us identify the optimal solution for your situation while considering your budgetary constraints.

Second, comes the Design

At PowerContinuity, we specialise in designing and installing custom generator systems tailored to your specific requirements. We take great pride in creating detailed schematics and electrical drawings that align with the unique specifications of each project. Our comprehensive service includes handling any necessary planning applications, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you.From initial design to final implementation, we are committed to delivering a complete solution that meets your needs while complying with all relevant regulations. Our experienced team is adept at overcoming challenges, such as restricted access or limited space, to provide flexible installation options. Whether you need the generator system installed externally, inside the building, or even on the roof, we have the expertise to accommodate your site's specific constraints.With PowerContinuity, you can trust in the quality and reliability of our custom-built generator systems. Our focus is on delivering exceptional service and surpassing your expectations. We are dedicated to providing you with a tailored solution that ensures your power needs are met effectively and efficiently.

Finally, your choice of Generators

Contrary to belief, you have a choice of diesel generators. We help you choose the correct Diesel Generator backup power system that suits your needs. Better still, once installed, PowerContinuity will monitor and maintain the system to keep it at peak performance. Despite their size, these can be built in many different ways. Of course, it can be an open-set or inside an acoustic canopy. Perhaps you’d prefer a walk inside container or maybe you would rather have the generator built inside your building. You can select the size of fuel tank, colour etc. So whether it is 10 hours or 100 hours diesel fuel capacity, we can accommodate your bunded tank requirements. Power Control systems of your preference. PowerContinuity systems build generators, selecting engines from World Leading Manufacturers.

Diesel Generator Installation Services

PowerContinuity systems engineers have over 30 years experience in complete diesel generator installation service. We have carried generator installations in basements, on roofs, in hospitals, on ships, and even remote highland sites. Power Control, 24/7 to ensure that your mission critical operations never fail. Here at Power Continuity our engineers are available 24 hours a day to keep Britain moving through COVID 19 and any future challenges. Whichever you choose, our bespoke Generator Installation will be fully automatic or manual or remotely controlled, Here are just a small selection of the available diesel generator configurations available:

Open set

Open generator sets are commonly installed in dedicated rooms on the basement or ground floor level, near the switch intake. These sets, comprising the generator, alternator, and internal fuel tank on a robust metal skid, lack soundproofing and generate high noise levels. To address this oversight, we prioritise the installation of additional acoustic bafflers. Strategically positioned, these bafflers effectively reduce noise transmission. Our commitment to noise reduction ensures a quieter environment and minimises the disruptive impact of generator noise. We strive to optimise the performance of your generator system while considering acoustic aspects, enhancing overall operation and minimising disturbances caused by noise.

Canopied set

By incorporating an acoustic canopy, we can significantly decrease the sound levels generated by the generator. Acoustic canopied generators are designed to operate at a noise level of 80dB(A) at a distance of 1 meter. This makes them well-suited for outdoor use in car parks and their surroundings. The acoustic canopy effectively contains and muffles the noise produced by the generator providing a peaceful and harmonious environment for those in proximity. Whether it's to mitigate disturbances or comply with noise regulations, going for an acoustic-canopied generator gives an ideal solution that balances power generation needs with noise reduction requirements.

Acoustic and weather proof canopy

First thing to remember is noise, the second is the weather. It’s important to realise that your emergency standby generator will last for up to 35 years as long as it has a weather proof canopy. Acoustic canopied generators are lockable and have a bundled diesel tank located inside, and when weather proof makes them a secure and safe option for most locations.

Containerised

Containerised generators are usually larger generators above 500kVA up to 2000kVA with 80dbA @ 1 metres noise level insulation. The most compelling evidence for containerising a generator is that they will withstand the most severe weather conditions, on the other hand, they are also ‘walk inside’, which allows service and maintenance to take place inside away from the elements. Another reason, to take into account, is the bunded fuel tank can also be inside the container, making a Generator Container, the most secure option for any emergency power backup system.

Marine Containerised

Marine means installed on the deck of a ship or Port Side. Containerised Diesel generators , Marine Specification, are large generators above 500kVA with at least 80dbA @ 1 metres noise level and external connection points. Power Continuity manufactures bespoke generators for marine applications whether port side or located on ships, however, require that the ship is in port for the duration of installation.

Custom built generators

We can custom build generators in accordance with the clients requirements. Notwithstanding, the basics of engine & alternative & power control, we can build your specific bespoke generator for these operational conditions:-

• Desert Specification to withstand temperatures up to as high as 55 C and or as low as – 10 C at night.
• Extreme Winter Specification to withstand continuous severe temperatures of down to -40C in wintery conditions.
• Silent Specification to have 75dbA or less noise emissions @ 1 metre in open field conditions.
• Super Silent Specification to have 70dbA or less noise emissions @ 1 metre in open field conditions.
• Extreme Silent Specification to have 65dbA or less noise emissions @ 1 metre in open field conditions.
• Whisper Silent Specification to have 60dbA or less noise emissions @ 1 metre in open field conditions.
• Double skinned acoustic containerised with double skinned fuel tanks.
• Generators inside a building– We can custom build any of our generators accordance with the clients requirements into a building as well as Retrofit custom made sound attenuation into an existing building – for more information on how Power Continuity builds sound attenuation into existing buildings. This will require a Free site survey. Please call us on 0845 055 8455 for more assistance.
• Generator Fuel System Installation – Diesel Fuel Tanks – Made to measure
• Diesel generators– Fuel tanks for Red Diesel – All Power Continuity generators come with an on-board fuel tank.

Choose an openset generator on a skid then the fuel tank is usually a separate stand alone tank made to fit your space and double skinned.

We can custom build larger fuels tanks in accordance with the clients requirements up to 14 days fuel requirements. For example, the largest single lone standing tank that we have built so far is 50,000 litre tank.

Generator Installations need Automatic Mains Transfer panels – AMF or ATP – Built to your site specifications

Each generator is built with power control that allows it to be connected to an AMF. Consequently the Automatic Mains Transfer panel allows the fully installed power protection to operate without any human involvement. Emergency power system starts up within seconds of a power failure. Thereafter it turns itself off once the grid power has been restored. After GRID restoration, the generator runs its cool down programme lasts for 5 minutes . With this in mind the time period can be adjusted to your timeframe limitations. Likewise, the generator will only stop and switch back to GRID once the incoming power remains stable period for a minimum of 5 minutes. Otherwise the standby power will continue running to support your building.

Here is more information on how an Automatic Mains Fail panel works.

We can custom build Automatic Mains Transfer panels to any size and any multiple steps, allowing cascading start ups in a predetermined sequence through out your building.