We’ve all been
there, festivals, country shows and countryside events where the atmosphere is
shattered by the buzz of generators. For trade stands, power can be essential,
music events need lights and amplifiers, even the local gymkhana needs to have
commentary over a public address system.
Times have moved
on and portable power is becoming the domain of Hybrid generators, a
combination of silent battery power with occasional generator noise. The idea
is quite simple really, the batteries operate an electronic inverter to provide
230v mains power, just like a normal generator. When the batteries get low, a
fuel generator runs for half hour or so and allows the battery system to run
again quietly for hours. The original concept came about simply to save money
on fuel, but the side effect is low noise as well.
Hybrid generators
come in all sizes, from full container size to power a large business or large
off grid house right down to a few boxes being tucked in a corner of a van for
site use. To save fuel even further, if space permits, a solar panel or two can
be bolted on keeping generator time even shorter.
Many people
across the UK are using fixed hybrid systems to power their houses and
businesses full time, usually because of no grid availability. The whole idea
is easily transferred to a portable version.
For small events
and trade stands, the ideal solution will be to have a hybrid generator fitted
within a vehicle. For larger events requiring more power, a modular unit can be
used, easily removed after the event by trailer or tractor. If you regularly
have to have a generator running for your trade, consider going Hybrid, the fuel
savings will be wonderful now fossil fuels are going up in price again. Plus
think of life without endless noise and exhaust fumes.
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