From: Creating Power
When Disaster Strikes, a Construction Genset's a Good Thing to Have on Hand
What became a conventionally used power source in the construction industry has expanded into a market with a multitude of applications including backup and disaster. Power generation manufacturers have designed gensets in all sizes, outputs, and fuel types.
Carlstadt, NJ–based Rudox Engine & Equipment Co. has been in the power generation industry for over 50 years and has seen it all. No matter what the application, there is always a generator that can be fitted to provide the best source of power. “We have supplied many different generator sets for various applications including hotels, libraries, train stations, dewatering companies, and many others. Rudox understands the importance of providing a specific solution to any customer need, even in times of crisis,” says Howard Goodman, vice president of Rudox Engine & Equipment Co. “As a company, we are on constant standby and ready to assist in any power need at a moment’s notice.”
One such recent example occurred after hurricanes ripped apart the Gulf Coast and left thousands without power. The outages made it difficult for rescue teams to clean up the damage. In order to help out, Rudox supplied nine Iveco Motors generator sets, ranging from 75 to 200 kilowatts, to Connecticut-based Dryco, which specializes in drying out floodwaters. These sets were then transported to Alabama and Louisiana to begin drying out the floods.
Another crisis situation occurred during the 9/11 disasters, when a dewatering company needed six generator units as soon as possible to get to different staging centers around Ground Zero. These six centers were sub-basements close to the bay that needed constant pumping systems so they would not collapse. Based on their strong, trusted relationship for over 40 years, the dewatering company knew they could count on Rudox to provide them with durable generators in a short amount of time. The very next day, Rudox brought six generators to the site of where the World Trade Center once stood. These generators housed Iveco Motors’ six-cylinder diesel engines, which produced 100 or 125 kilowatts of power.
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The pumps started draining water out of the sub-basements on the morning of September 12, 2001. For four months the gensets soldiered on, making it easier for crews to clean up the debris and to start rebuilding Ground Zero.
No matter what the application, generators must be able to provide full and immediate power when a failure occurs. They are safe, reliable, and capable of routinely handling heavy electrical loads upon demand. When a disaster strikes, generators most importantly provide power to save lives and give safety to those in need. It is very unfortunate when disasters happen, but it is relieving to know that power generators can be the immediate answer.
September-October 2006
From: Creating Power
When Disaster Strikes, a Construction Genset's a Good Thing to Have on Hand
What became a conventionally used power source in the construction industry has expanded into a market with a multitude of applications including backup and disaster. Power generation manufacturers have designed gensets in all sizes, outputs, and fuel types.
Carlstadt, NJ–based Rudox Engine & Equipment Co. has been in the power generation industry for over 50 years and has seen it all. No matter what the application, there is always a generator that can be fitted to provide the best source of power. “We have supplied many different generator sets for various applications including hotels, libraries, train stations, dewatering companies, and many others. Rudox understands the importance of providing a specific solution to any customer need, even in times of crisis,” says Howard Goodman, vice president of Rudox Engine & Equipment Co. “As a company, we are on constant standby and ready to assist in any power need at a moment’s notice.”
One such recent example occurred after hurricanes ripped apart the Gulf Coast and left thousands without power. The outages made it difficult for rescue teams to clean up the damage. In order to help out, Rudox supplied nine Iveco Motors generator sets, ranging from 75 to 200 kilowatts, to Connecticut-based Dryco, which specializes in drying out floodwaters. These sets were then transported to Alabama and Louisiana to begin drying out the floods.
Another crisis situation occurred during the 9/11 disasters, when a dewatering company needed six generator units as soon as possible to get to different staging centers around Ground Zero. These six centers were sub-basements close to the bay that needed constant pumping systems so they would not collapse. Based on their strong, trusted relationship for over 40 years, the dewatering company knew they could count on Rudox to provide them with durable generators in a short amount of time. The very next day, Rudox brought six generators to the site of where the World Trade Center once stood. These generators housed Iveco Motors’ six-cylinder diesel engines, which produced 100 or 125 kilowatts of power.
The pumps started draining water out of the sub-basements on the morning of September 12, 2001. For four months the gensets soldiered on, making it easier for crews to clean up the debris and to start rebuilding Ground Zero.
No matter what the application, generators must be able to provide full and immediate power when a failure occurs. They are safe, reliable, and capable of routinely handling heavy electrical loads upon demand. When a disaster strikes, generators most importantly provide power to save lives and give safety to those in need. It is very unfortunate when disasters happen, but it is relieving to know that power generators can be the immediate answer.