How a Midwest manufacturer reduced backup-power risk with a custom-engineered standby generator built for uptime, lead time, and serviceability.
The Situation
The customer needed dependable standby power for a production environment where downtime would put schedules, equipment, and customer commitments at risk. The project required industrial-grade backup capacity, practical lead time, and a supplier that could support the build beyond the initial sale.
The Challenge
- Protect critical operations without overcomplicating the specification
- Deliver a system within a practical project window
- Use proven engine partnerships and components the service team could stand behind
- Provide a certified, load-tested solution before shipment
The Gillette Solution
Gillette engineered and built a standby generator system matched to the customer’s operational requirements. The unit was manufactured in Indiana, built with industry-recognized engine partners, UL 2200 certified, and 100% load tested before shipment.
The result was a practical, serviceable backup-power solution built for real operating conditions, not a generic off-the-shelf promise.
Project Details
System Type: 500 kW standby generator
Build Standard: UL 2200 certified
Testing: 100% load tested before shipment
Engine Partners: John Deere, Volvo, Mitsubishi, Perkins, PSI
Manufacturing Origin: Indiana-built, Midwest manufacturer
The Result
The customer gained a dependable standby-power system backed by certification, testing, practical lead time, and direct manufacturer support. For the customer, the value was simple: less uncertainty when readiness mattered.
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