Transfer Switch Archives - Generator Source Powering Industries for Over 50 Years<br>Generator Source is a trusted leader in power generation. Established as Diesel Service & Supply in January of 1981, Generator Source has grown from a small 1,250 square foot one-man business to a 14-acre industrial complex. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:39:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://generatorsource.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-gs-lightning-gear-32x32.png Transfer Switch Archives - Generator Source 32 32 Addressing Voltage Switch (ATS) Issues in Generator Operation https://generatorsource.com/generator-components/addressing-voltage-switch-ats-issues-in-generator-operation/ Tue, 27 May 2025 19:49:32 +0000 https://generatorsource.com/?p=418330 As we progress into 2025, Generator Source has noted an increasing prevalence of challenges related to generator maintenance, particularly with voltage switches such as automatic transfer switches (ATS). These critical components ensure seamless power transitions during outages, yet industry data and client reports reveal a rise in failures that compromise voltage stability and threaten equipment… Read More »Addressing Voltage Switch (ATS) Issues in Generator Operation

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]]> How to Select the Correct Automatic Transfer Switch https://generatorsource.com/generator-components/automatic_transfer_switch_selection_for_diesel_generators/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 18:05:57 +0000 https://generatorsource.us/?p=2711 Deciding Factors Industrial Electrical Motors Powering Pumps There are a number of different factors to consider when selecting an automatic transfer switch for a diesel generator, the most important being size. Part one of this article will discuss the type of load, voltage rating, and continuous current rating. Careful selection of an automatic transfer switch… Read More »How to Select the Correct Automatic Transfer Switch

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]]> Difference Between an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and Switchgear https://generatorsource.com/generator-components/difference-between-an-automatic-transfer-switch-ats-and-switchgear/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 17:14:33 +0000 https://generatorsource.us/?p=2661 In industrial settings, emergency power systems often rely on complex power generation and distribution setups. This includes generators, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), switchgear, and other electrical components. While both ATS and switchgear are essential for efficient power distribution, they serve distinct roles. Below is an explanation of their differences and applications. Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)… Read More »Difference Between an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and Switchgear

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]]> How a Control System Works within an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) https://generatorsource.com/generator-components/automatic_transfer_switch_controls/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:43:01 +0000 https://generatorsource.us/?p=2632 An Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is designed to transfer power from a utility grid to a backup power source, typically a generator, in the event of a power failure. The control system within an ATS is what enables the transfer process to happen automatically without human intervention. Below is an explanation of how this control… Read More »How a Control System Works within an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)

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