The truth about standby power

We’re pleased to have earned HomeShow Radio host Tom Tynan’s endorsement for standby power. Last week, our Yvonne Fish appeared on a video for the show and participated in an interview on Sunday’s Early Edition show.

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Does cheap power equal rolling blackouts?

Generating power is as much about making a profit as it is about providing a service. That’s the bottom-line result of deregulation. So, what happens when making power doesn’t generate enough profit to pay for new power plants? Rolling blackouts. Get ready, there are more to come.

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Cold and in the dark? You’re not alone.

Nearly three-quarters of a million Houstonians were in the dark due to Groundhog Day 2011 blackouts without a hurricane in sight. The culprit, cold weather, drove power demand to levels the system could simply not meet.

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Video: Liquid cooled generator tour

Choosing between a air-cooled and liquid-cooled generator is just one of the decisions to be made when selecting a standby power system. Liquid-cooled systems have distinct advantages. Generator Power Systems’ Chris Brade takes you on the tour of a Generac liquid-cooled generator.

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Is your generator properly in charge?

Power outages typically happen without notice. Without timely maintenance, an often overlooked component of your standby generator system could leave you in the dark.

The engine in your generator, just like the one in your car, needs a battery to start. Like another battery, your generator’s has a lifespan of about two years. Fortunately, your system will warn you. Service Manager Chris Brade explains what’s involved and what to look out for.

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