Planning Your Power Requirements Ahead of The Cold Weather

Wattage Requirements

Before you think about hiring a generator it is essential you understand your wattage requirements as you don’t want to end up not having enough power for all your equipment. It is always better to overestimate than underestimate when it comes to power requirements for your generator. Many people believe they won’t need to power every piece of equipment at once, however it is better to be able to do so as opposed to ending up not having enough power. You can find an individual items wattage on the item or in the owner’s manual; either use your item with the highest wattage or the highest combined wattage of equipment you will run together. It is also advisable to add around 20% on top of the highest wattage to be certain.

Generator Hire

As power outages are completely unpredictable, you don’t know how long you’re going to need a generator for; you may not require it very often which makes purchasing one seem unnecessary. This is why it is more flexible and cost effective to rent a generator. You can also choose from a variety of generators to suit your needs; depending on space you may want one large generator or a few smaller ones.

Diesel Vs Petrol

When hiring a generator, you will have the choice between petrol and diesel models; again, this choice will often be based on your power requirements and the size of the generator you choose. Petrol is common in smaller models as it more cost-effective to be used on a smaller scale however when using larger generators on a longer-term basis diesel with offer a saving on fuel and stand up to more regular use.

Portable Options

Portable generators are great for flexibility and ease of use; without compromising on efficiency or running time. Despite their size they still offer great running time; with good fuel economy.

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Generator Hire for Winter Events

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Generator hire is an essential part of any outdoor event but perhaps even more so in the winter. When we think of outdoor events, we tend to limit these to summer but actually there are a plethora of winter outdoor events including things such as ice rinks, Christmas markets and the infamous winter wonderland. All of these events will require temporary power, to run lighting as well as a range of other items. Having a reliable temporary power source is important as the event would suffer drastically if power were to fail or not last the duration of the event so it is essential that before you hire a generator you know how much power you need and which option is best for you.

A Guide to Transformer Hire

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The purpose of a transformer is to change the voltage of electricity flowing in a circuit. Transformers can be used to both increase and decrease voltage; when increasing voltage this is called stepping up and when decreasing it is called stepping down. When using a 5kVA and 10kVA transformer the transformer must be wired directly into a suitable mains circuit by a qualified electrician. Transformer hire can be difficult to understand at first and when working with high voltages it is important to know what you’re doing in order to keep safe.

Festival Power: What you Need to Know

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When planning an outdoor event, it is essential that you have the right power. The last thing you want is a power disaster that ruins the whole day. When it comes to festivals this is even more important as a power disaster will have an effect on every aspect of the festival. For this reason, it is essential to have a generator. People pay a lot of money to attend a festival, they don’t want it to be ruined by technical difficulties.