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Generator Guides, Product Overviews and Tech Trends for Jobsites and Rental Fleets

Looking for reliable temporary power? This hub pulls together Compact Equipment’s best coverage on generators — with a strong focus on towable diesel gen sets, plus handheld units and the fast-growing class of battery energy storage systems (BESS). We break down how to size, buy or rent the right machine, from 20 to 500+ kW, and explain must-know concepts like running vs starting watts, load factors, wet stacking, grounding and transfer gear. You’ll find model spotlights and comparison guides across leading brands, along with practical tips to keep units performing in extreme heat or cold. We cover technologies that matter on modern jobsites: telematics for remote monitoring, intelligent load management to maintain exhaust temps, cold-weather kits, noise packages for events and paralleling multiple generators for scalable power and redundancy. Our rental primers walk through fuel types (diesel, propane, gasoline), cable sizing, placement and daily inspections — so crews avoid downtime and unexpected costs.

We also report on emerging electric power options. From mobile BESS trailers that cut fuel burn and noise on urban sites to DC fast-charging add-ons for e-equipment, our stories track how battery systems pair with gen sets to lower emissions and extend runtime. Whether you’re powering a road crew, a disaster-response base camp or a festival, start here for straightforward how-tos, new product releases and maintenance checklists that keep the lights on — safely and efficiently. Some example of gen sets we cover include:

Bobcat Portable Generators | Generac Mobile Generators | Atlas Copco Portable Generators

New Controller Platform Simplifies Operation of Generac Mobile Generators
CE Staff
June 10, 2019
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Generators
Atlas Copco Introduces High-Pressure Booster Range
May 17, 2019
Generators
EGO Introduces Cordless 3,000-Watt Power Station perfect for Power Outages, Jobsites, Camping and More
May 16, 2019
Generators Atlas Copco QAS generator
Load Management, Paralleling and Remote Monitoring: Three Big Trends in the Towable Generator Market
April 22, 2019
Generators
Generac brings Magnum, MAC and Tower Light Brands Under Mobile Products
February 14, 2019
Generators
Generac Mobile Expands Its VFLEX Canadian Generator Line

Generac Mobile’s VFLEX technology provides ultimate flexibility for Canadian customers. The VFLEX solution is designed to provide cust...

February 8, 2019
Generators
Here are the products Generac will unveil at The ARA Show in February

New solutions provide additional revenue potential for equipment rental professionals At The ARA Show in 2019, Generac will introduce its la...

January 30, 2019
Compressors
World of Concrete: Doosan Portable Power Releases New Light Towers and More

Doosan Portable Power is showcasing a whole lot of new products and updates at World of Concrete. Take a look at some of the ...

January 24, 2019
Generators Generac
Generac Mobile introduces new connection system for external diesel and DEF tanks

Generac Mobile users can extend their Tier 4 Final generator run time with a new extended run fuel system. The system makes it easy to conne...

January 16, 2019
Generators
Doosan Portable Power Introduces the G400WCU-T4F Mobile Generator

Doosan Portable Power has added the G400WCU-T4F mobile generator to its product line. The range-topping G400 model is the most powerful gene...

December 17, 2018
Generators
Chicago Pneumatic Releases New CPS 1800 Portable Compressor

Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique (CP) recently introduced the CPS 1800 JD8 T4F to its portable compressor lineup. The twin single-stage, oi...

October 5, 2018
Generators atlas copco
The Right Power for the Job: Keys to Understanding How to Choose an Ideal Towable Generator

For temporary energy needs, contractors have much to consider when renting or buying a towable mobile generator. From ensuring load match to...

October 1, 2018
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