Generac: Powering a Sustainable Future with Gensets
Generac, founded in 1959, is a global leader in energy technology, renowned for its pioneering innovations in backup and prime power solutions. The company revolutionised the power generation industry by introducing the first affordable backup Generator and creating the automatic home standby Generator category, which it continues to dominate with nearly 80% market share. In 2019, Generac expanded its global reach by acquiring a majority stake in Captiva Energy Solutions Pvt Ltd., a key player in India’s genset industry. This strategic move enables Generac to leverage Captiva’s expertise and network, providing advanced, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions tailored to the Indian market. Generac’s diverse portfolio includes gensets, solar + battery storage, virtual power plant platforms, and energy-efficient tools, all designed to drive a cleaner and smarter energy future.
In 2024, Generac formed a strategic alliance with Vodar Industrial Solutions making them their authorized dealer in the North-Eastern region.
In 2024, Generac formed a strategic alliance with Vodar Industrial Solutions making them their authorized dealer in the North-Eastern region.
difference between Gas & Diesel Generators
Switching from Diesel Generators (DG) to Gas Generators (GG) offers significant financial and environmental advantages. Here’s a comparison highlighting the key benefits of Gas Generators:
A 160 KVA DG consumes approximately 30 litres of Diesel per hour at 75% load, costing ₹2850 per hour (Diesel price: ₹95 per litre).
A 160 KVA GG consumes Natural Gas worth up to ₹1800 per hour at 80% load (as per Jan, 2025 prevailing Gas rates).
Savings: ₹1050 per hour by using a 160 KVA GG over a 160 KVA DG. With 100 operational hours monthly, this equates to savings of a whopping ₹1,05,000 per month!
A 160 KVA GG consumes Natural Gas worth up to ₹1800 per hour at 80% load (as per Jan, 2025 prevailing Gas rates).
Savings: ₹1050 per hour by using a 160 KVA GG over a 160 KVA DG. With 100 operational hours monthly, this equates to savings of a whopping ₹1,05,000 per month!
Gas Generators eliminate the need for frequent maintenance tasks like overhauling, filter changes, and frequent lubricant oil replacements, which are necessary for Diesel Generators. Lubricant oil in a GG only needs replacement after approximately 500 hours of operation.
Gas Generators are smokeless, silent, and eco-friendly. Unlike Diesel Generators, they produce minimal noise and no harmful smoke emissions, ensuring compliance with the present and the future environmental regulations,thus promoting cleaner air quality.
Gas Generators, like the 17 KVA GG, do not require special foundations, simplifying installation and reducing setup costs.
Additionally, a 17 KVA can operate seamlessly on LPG cylinders as well, making them versatile for different locations and fuel availability.
The cost benefits grow with higher capacity Gas Generators. For example, replacing a 250 KVA DG with a comparable GG results in even greater fuel and maintenance savings.
A Gas Generator can take up to 20% additional load compared to a Diesel Generator of similar rating, therefore optimizing the back up power requirements.