Diesel Service & Supply, Inc. - POWER UPDATE - E-newsletter bringing you information on the hottest trends in the power generation industry as well as current news items.

October 2009

We Buy New, Used & Surplus Generators - Call 800-853-2073 for more info
Power Generation Tools & Info - Articles and tools offering cutting edge power generation information
Winter Power Outages:
Blizzards, Ice & Wind Storms

For many throughout North America, winter is already here; freezing temperatures and snow are already falling in some areas and right around the corner for others. Every winter, along with sub-zero temperatures, a number of these regions face devastating storms.  Snowstorms, ice storms, and wind storms can all wreak havoc at times, bringing life to a standstill for days, weeks, and even months. In addition to causing road closures, winter storms usually end up creating a wide variety of issues with the electrical power supply.  For more information on the various types of storms, damage they can cause, and how you can limit your risk and exposure by purchasing a backup generator, read the full article by clicking the link below: 
 
Winter is already here for much of North America and you can rest assured Mother Nature will be causing all sorts of problems with the electrical power supply again.       
Hot Deals & Featured Products
Caterpillar 60kW - $24,950
Caterpillar 60 kW
*Trailer Mounting Available* 250 Amp @ 120/240 Volt, Single Phase, 60 Hz, Sound Attenuated Enclosure, Safety Shut Down, 12 Volt Alternator, Air Cleaner, Digital Engine Panel, Battery Charger  Click here to view more info >>
Cummins 1000 kW - $182,000
Cummins 1000 kW
11503.6 Amp @ 277/480 Volt, Three Phase, 60 Hz,  6, Non-Reconnectable, Standard and Digital Panels, Digital Engine Panel, Safety Shut Down, Air Cleaner, Muffler, Radiator, Skid Mounted  Click here to view more info >>
In the News

Oil Company Implements Diesel Generators - CS News (10/14)

 

Atlas Oil Company recently launched its generator assurance plan.  The fuel supplier added diesel generators to its facilities to prevent interruptions in fuel supplies to its customers during power outages. Click here to read more >>

Tanzanian Residents ask for Power - The Citizen (10/21)

 

Click here to read more >>

Energy Grants in the Works - The Wall Street Journal (10/27)

 

The Obama administration launched a campaign that began in Central Florida announcing grants to companies who will contribute to the new smart grid.  Major utility companies such as Duke Energy Corp. will receive funds for their efforts in reducing greenhouse emissions and making the power grid more energy efficient.  Click here to read more >>

Generators Help Expand Power Plant - The Tribune (10/20)

 

The Bahamas Electricity Corporation, the main utility company for the island, is expanding its generator system to meet increasing energy needs.  Two 4.4 megawatt generators will be added to ensure the forecasted demands for power are met.  Click here to read more >>

Our Latest Inventory Items
 GE 9 MW     
 Cummins 2250 kW       
 Caterpillar 2000 kW-3516      
 Cummins 1500 kW    
 Kohler 1020 kW     
 Cummins 1000 kW    
 Cummins 1000 kW    
 Cummins 750 kW    
 Detroit 625 kW    
 Kohler               600 kW    
 Detroit 500 kW    
 Caterpillar 470 kW    
 Caterpillar 300 kW    
 Detroit 200 kW    

 

View Our Entire Used Generator Inventory