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Avoid Unexpected Failures
One of the main benefits of regular generator upkeep is that it greatly reduces the chances of an unplanned breakdown, which can be very expensive for businesses and organizations. After twenty years in the business of generator system, most failures of the critical generators I have encountered have been the result of very small, neglected issues. These issues could be a worn out belt, a low oil level, a dirty filter, and other things which could be small enough to be neglected. However, neglected issues lead to total system collapse which causes expensive down time in production, loss of data, high-cost emergency repairs, and safety risks. Routine inspections are designed to detect issues and mitigate risks. Most businesses that rely on backup power utilize this emergency repair avoidance to justify the cost of maintenance. The data center is a great example. A generator failure during an outage can cause thousands of dollars loss per minute. A maintenance check that costs a couple hundreds can eliminate that risk.
Keeping Equipment Operating In Peak Condition
Generators are given a dictated operational life span, defined by the manufacturer, and thus are one of the principle operational costs for any business. The operational life span of a generator is shortened due to lack of proper servicing, which leads to accelerated mechanical failure in the main assemblies. Proper servicing, which entails oil and filter changes and other maintenance tasks that keep parts lubricated and clean, will a generator’s operational life. Generators that are routinely serviced will last years longer than the neglect unit. This life span of the generator decreases the frequency of mandated replacement of the unit at a staggering cost of capital. The longevity of the unit leads to a reduction the operational expense for the business. The unit that requires little maintenance will ultimately require the business to plow additional capital into a replacement generator. The costs associated with the initial reinvestment and replacement capital leads to a business with poor upkeep suffering grave financial consequences.
Improve Fuel Usage and Limit Consumption
The maintenance of a generator allows for a company to optimize maintenance to ensure the lowest fuel consumption and operating costs. Large amounts of fuel are wasted by the generator when the fuel system is clogged, the filters are dirty, and the engine is poorly tuned. The generator power output and combustion is optimized by regular service to use fuel as efficiently as possible. Efficient operation The fuel expenses for the company are reduced which are one of the largest costs of operating costs. Fuel consumption is noticeably less for properly maintained generators as opposed to units with neglected maintenance along with some studies showing fuel savings of 10% to 15%. Large fuel savings accrue over time. A business utilizing the generator for 1000 hours every year will save a significant amount of money by properly maintaining the generator. Every hour in a year equals 1000 hours and will save thousands of dollars.
Lower Costs for Long Term Generator Repairs
The most effective method for managing generator systems is scheduled maintenance, which is significantly less expensive than emergency repairs. If maintenance is performed, a small issue resolved results in much smaller costs compared to a major overhaul. For example, replacing a belt during a maintenance check could cost as little as $50, but if that belt breaks and damages the engine, then the repair costs could exceed $5,000. Replacing a part that is inexpensive and wearable prevents further damage to the generator's most expensive components - the engine and the alternator. The maintenance history keeps record of what repairs were made, and, more importantly, lets you see what repairs have to be done regularly. This allows for a preemptive replacement of parts instead of waiting for something to break, which drives up the costs. A preemptive approach will lower repair costs compared to a reactive approach. Reactive maintenance will ensure that you will pay the most expensive costs for emergency parts and service. Over time, emergency repairs will save you 30 to 50 percent less in repair costs.
Compliance facilitation and liability risk minimization
Regular maintenance keeps generators in line with safety, emissions, and operational standards. This is especially critical to an organization’s risk management in relation to fines and penalties that could even result in regulatory shutdowns. Many businesses deal with strict regulations associated with generator safety and emissions, so the risk of non-compliance is associated with considerable penalties and loss of the business’s reputation. Well-maintained equipment has an even safer operational record, and reduces the risk of accidents, fires, and injuries, which could result in devastating litigation expenses and liability claims. Keeping a record of service history improves proof of diligence and enhances liability protection, in addition to demonstrating to the business’s stakeholders the responsibility being exercised regarding equipment maintenance. For commercial and industrial operators, compliance and safety are critical to the bottom line by preventing operational disruption and unexpected costs. A manufacturing plant with a noncompliant, poorly managed generator system will face fines that run in thousands of dollars and operational shutdowns until the non-compliance issue is appropriately addressed.
Specialized Upkeep and Dependable Aid
TorchPower has services intended to provide uptime at the optimal operating costs to each client. The Company has a Global Service Network with an extensive inventory of OEM parts. This Company prides itself in providing excellence in each generators performance for its entire engineered service life. This Company continually reduces failure risk and extends the service life of each generator with custom plans for the maintenance due to varying operational needs and utilization patterns. Experienced professionals provide service which leads to failures being prevented, efficiencies being improved, and life of the equipment being extended which results in savings for the customer. TorchPower has Global Service in addition to providing 24/7 Technical Support to Generator Customers which provides the generator service flexibility. Generator Downtime is minimized with TorchPower.