Technology Advancements Archives - Generator Source https://generatorsource.com/category/technology-advancements/ 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 12:57:30 +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 Technology Advancements Archives - Generator Source https://generatorsource.com/category/technology-advancements/ 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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]]> The Administration’s Fuel Plans: What They Mean for Industrial Generator Users https://generatorsource.com/energy-insights/the-administrations-fuel-plans-what-they-mean-for-industrial-generator-users/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:50:00 +0000 https://generatorsource.us/?p=407902 The U.S. administration’s recent push to ramp up fossil fuel production is poised to shake up the energy market, with ripple effects for businesses and industries relying on industrial generators. For end users—those running diesel-powered generators to keep operations humming—this shift could mean lower fuel costs, new opportunities, and a few challenges to navigate. In… Read More »The Administration’s Fuel Plans: What They Mean for Industrial Generator Users

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]]> Types of Voltage-Related Switches in Generator Systems https://generatorsource.com/generator-components/types-of-voltage-related-switches-in-generator-systems/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:55:00 +0000 https://generatorsource.com/?p=418339 In addition to the ATS, several other switches or components influence voltage control in generator systems. Each serves a specific purpose, and their relevance depends on the generator’s application (e.g., industrial, residential, or portable setups): Comparison of Switches Switch Type Automation Voltage Monitoring Primary Use Case Common Issues Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Yes Yes Critical… Read More »Types of Voltage-Related Switches in Generator Systems

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]]> Recent Advances in Diesel Engines & Diesel Generator Sets https://generatorsource.com/generator-insights/recent-advances-in-diesel-engines-diesel-generator-sets/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:38:28 +0000 https://generatorsource.us/?p=3193 Introduction to Diesel Engine Development The diesel engine was developed over a century ago and was instrumental in replacing the steam engine. After the death of its inventor, Rudolf Diesel, the diesel engine underwent a lot of changes. Even today it has a great potential for modifications to make it more efficient with respect to… Read More »Recent Advances in Diesel Engines & Diesel Generator Sets

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