Advantages of installing a backup generator for your business

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From domestic properties to commercial businesses, we provide a wide range of high quality electrical solutions and installations. This includes backup and standby generators that provide an uninterruptible power supply. But why should you company or business consider installing one? Well, this is our guide to everything you should know about backup generators for commercial properties.

What is a backup generator?

A backup generator is an alternative power source for a company or business. This can provide an uninterruptible power supply, and restore power to your electrical systems almost immediately during an outage. A backup generator can maintain a steady and constant supply of power as this is permanently connected to the company circuitry through the main distribution board. Once mains power has been returned, this backup generator will automatically transfer power back to the mains and switch off.

What are the advantages of installing a backup generator for your business?

There are a number of benefits an advantages to installing a backup generator for your company or business, across all industry sectors. These advantages include:

  • No disruption to the working day – with an uninterruptible power source, you can be sure of keeping your electrical systems up and running consistently, no matter what. This means that even in the event of a power cut, your team can keep on task, maintaining a high level of productivity. For some businesses this is an essential consideration, as even a small power outage could result in lost data and potential damage to the company reputation.
  • Maintaining a secure system – for security systems for your company or business, a constant supply of power is a must have. Thefts and other such criminal activity can take place when the security systems are down, with criminals taking advantage of the circumstances. Online and cyber security systems also need power to work too. In the event of a power cut or outage, a backup generator can help your company maintain a secure system.
  • High speed activation – a backup generator wired into your electrical system and circuitry can be activated in as little as 10 to 30 seconds. This can also be modified to ensure that power stays on during the transition period so that there is no outage for your staff or equipment at all. This can be an important decision if you work in an industry where constant power is a necessity.
  • Health and safety – companies and businesses have a responsibility to keep staff and clients or customers safe on the premises. A sudden power outage can cause panic and make slips, trips or falls more likely. But you can meet the health and safety requirements, and maintain high safety standards, by installing a backup generator.

For more information or advice about our commercial electrical work, or for professional installation of backup or standby generators for your property, get in touch with the experts today, here at Powerhouse.

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