What Is An Inverter Generator?
Whatever you are using a generator for, whether it is for your home in case of power outages, for camping or for work, the likelihood is you are going to want to plug in or charge a phone, laptop or another sensitive device at some point. In order to do that you will need to […]
How Do Solar Panels Generate Electricity?
We might all be used to seeing fields of shimmering solar panels as the UK strives to become less reliant on fossil fuels and more reliant on harnessing the free energy provided by the sun. Similarly, shiny black rooftops are now a familiar sight as more and more of us take control of our own […]
Best Pressure Washers Buyers Guide
Everyone needs a pressure washer for those difficult cleaning jobs from bicycles to cars and barbeque grills to patios. A good pressure washer will save you a lot of time and help you keep your garden, vehicles, and other hard-to-clean areas and items looking great, perform better, and even last longer. But, when it comes […]
How To Use An Air Compressor
Air compressors convert one type of power, such as electricity or diesel, into stored power (compressed air) that can then be used by tools or devices. They are used by a variety of industries, including home DIY, building and construction, and small businesses such as carpenters and in manufacturing. This compressed air can be used […]
How To Calculate The Per Unit Running Cost Of A Generator
In the UK we’re very fortunate to have a consistent supply of electricity from the National Grid. However, for those times when you might need a back-up – during a power cut for example – a generator is a great option. They are also useful if you need power where there isn’t access to mains […]
How To Soundproof A Generator Using A Box Enclosure
Generators are an ideal solution if you live in an area that experiences regular power outages. Portable generators are also an extremely useful way to have access to power when camping or caravanning. One downside though is that generators can be noisy. When choosing your generator consider whether a traditional or inverter generator is best. […]
How Does An Electric Water Pump Work?
All water pumps require some sort of power to work, including petrol and electricity. Within our range, we stock electric dirty water pumps, suitable for irrigating gardens as well as pumping contaminated or muddy water from wells, tanks, cellars or basins. As well as multi-use pumps that can be used for clean water pumping applications, […]
What is a Three Phase Generator?
Last week we launched an article explaining the function of an inverter generator (click here to read it). This week we are tackling three phase generator! And no we are not talking about some alien from Star Trek with three phasers. In fact generators come in one of two different types of power output. Single […]
Can I Use A Generator On A Campsite?
A camping trip is an excellent way to enjoy a cost-effective break with the family. Going off-grid and spending some time in the great outdoors is fantastic for your well-being, but you may also still want a few home comforts. Camping generators have many great uses and can be a good source of portable power […]
What is a silent generator?
Most modern high quality generators will be labelled ‘silent’, but how can that be? How can an internal combustion engine with lots of moving parts be silent? Is it true? Well honestly, no, if a silent generator was in a quietness competition with a ninja and a Tesla, the generator would lose… Every time… A […]