Power outages are becoming an alarmingly common occurrence for U.S. businesses. As extreme weather events such as hurricanes, heatwaves and wildfires increase in both frequency and intensity, power supply disruptions are wreaking havoc with business operations. With so much at stake, an increasing number of organizations are investing in backup generators for their buildings. An ideal option to help power through unexpected outages, these generation systems provide peace of mind that business-as-usual operations can continue without interruption.
Without the proper solutions in place, unexpected power failures can prevent your company from operating as usual ― halting production, damaging expensive equipment and potentially forcing your business to turn away customers. Installing a backup generator not only enables you to continue operating smoothly during a power outage, but can prevent irreversible losses ― from revenue to equipment damage to safety consequences.
Reasons for Investing in a Backup Generator:
- Locations susceptible to power outages ― In areas where power outages are frequent or unreliable, having a backup generator ensures that essential business operations can continue uninterrupted. This is particularly important for businesses that rely heavily on electricity, such as data centers, hospitals, manufacturing facilities or those operating critical infrastructure.
- High demand for business continuity ― A backup generator plays a vital role in business continuity planning, enabling a business to continue operating even during a power disruption. Companies are able to minimize downtime, financial losses and potential reputation damage.
- To power customer service operations― Many businesses rely on technology to support customers, such as call centers or online systems. A backup generator ensures that these systems remain functional during power outages, promoting continuous customer support and satisfaction.
- To protect sensitive data ― For businesses that handle large amounts of data, such as financial institutions or technology companies, a power outage can lead to data loss or corruption. Backup generators provide a reliable power source, safeguarding critical data and preventing costly disruptions.
- To satisfy compliance requirements ― Certain industries, such as healthcare or finance, have strict regulatory requirements that demand a continuous power supply to ensure patient safety, data integrity, or financial transaction processing. Backup generators help businesses meet these compliance standards.
- To safeguard equipment ― Some businesses rely on specialized equipment that requires a stable power supply, such as refrigeration units, medical devices, or manufacturing machinery. A backup generator can prevent damage or spoilage of sensitive equipment and protect the business from potential losses.
- To bolster reliability in remote locations ― Businesses operating in remote or off-grid locations may not have access to a reliable power grid. In such cases, a backup generator becomes crucial for providing a consistent power supply to support day-to-day operations.
- To be prepared for natural disasters ― Areas prone to natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires or severe storms are likely to experience power outages. A backup generator ensures that essential services can continue during these emergencies and aids in disaster recovery efforts.
Learn About Unified Power’s Generator Maintenance and Repair Services
As a national, one-stop generator maintenance and repair provider, Unified Power understands just how critical ongoing generator health is to a business. We provide planned maintenance and repair services for industrial generators in both standby and prime power applications utilizing diesel, natural gas or propane. Our preventive maintenance services help facilities to avoid unplanned downtime and costly repairs by providing the opportunity to catch potential issues early. In addition, these proactive services ensure that you remain compliant with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 110 code for generator services and testing.
At Unified Power, our team of highly trained technicians delivers industry-leading maintenance with fast response times. We also offer retrofit and upgrade services for the entire generator or individual components. Request a quote today to enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your business and operations will remain protected during a power outage.