Reliable backup Power
Natural Gas Generators: Clean, Continuous & Cost-Effective Power
Modernize Power installs and services high-efficiency natural gas generators across California, delivering seamless, on-demand backup power with a continuous fuel supply for your commercial and industrial operations.
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Continuous Fuel Supply:
No on-site refueling needed; connects directly to your natural gas line.
Cost-Effective Operation:
Often lower fuel costs compared to diesel, especially for extended run times.
Cleaner Emissions:
Environmentally friendlier, meeting stringent California air quality standards more easily.
Quiet Operation:
Generally quieter than diesel units, ideal for noise-sensitive environments.
Reliable Performance:
Instant automatic startup and consistent power for critical loads.
What is a Natural Gas Generator?
A natural gas generator is an emergency power system that uses a natural gas engine to convert fuel from a utility pipeline into mechanical energy, which then drives an alternator to produce electricity.
Unlike diesel units, natural gas generators eliminate the need for on-site fuel storage and refueling, offering a virtually continuous fuel supply as long as the gas line is active. They are renowned for their cleaner emissions, quieter operation, and cost-effectiveness for extended backup power needs.
These generators automatically activate upon grid failure, providing essential, uninterrupted power to businesses, institutions, and critical infrastructure.
why Backup power?
Why Natural Gas Generators Are Critical for Modern Operations: Convenience Meets Resilience
For businesses seeking a dependable yet streamlined backup power solution, natural gas generators offer compelling advantages:
Say goodbye to diesel deliveries, on-site fuel storage tanks, and concerns about fuel degradation. Your natural gas line provides a constant supply, simplifying logistics and maintenance.
With stringent air quality regulations in California, natural gas generators often offer an easier path to permitting due to their lower emissions compared to diesel counterparts.
If connected to a utility natural gas line, the cost per kilowatt-hour can be significantly lower than diesel, making them highly economical for prolonged power outages.
They generally operate at lower noise levels, making them suitable for facilities in urban areas, residential zones, or any environment where noise pollution is a concern
Natural gas generators easily integrate into your facility's existing infrastructure, providing instant, automatic backup power when needed.
Modernize Power leverages the convenience and efficiency of natural gas generators to deliver resilient power solutions that keep your California business operational, compliant, and cost-effective.
SPECIALIZED BUILDER
Our Approach to Natural Gas Generator Solutions: Clean Power, Expert Installation
As a C-10 Electrical, C-46 Solar, and B-General Contractor, with 10 years of experience and certifications from Generac, Kohler, Cummins, and Caterpillar, Modernize Power offers comprehensive natural gas generator solutions:
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Precision Sizing & Design:
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Accurate Load Assessment: We conduct thorough load analyses to precisely size your natural gas generator, ensuring it can handle your facility's critical loads efficiently.
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Optimal Gas Line Integration: Our engineers design seamless connections to your existing natural gas infrastructure, assessing line capacity and pressure requirements.
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Custom System Layout: Designing optimal placement for the generator and Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) to maximize performance and minimize disruption.
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Compliant Installation & Project Management:
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Turnkey Expertise: We manage all phases, from site preparation and permitting (including HCAI for healthcare), to the installation of gas lines, electrical hookup, and final commissioning.
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Minimized Disruption: Careful planning and execution ensure your natural gas generator installation is efficient, safe, and causes minimal impact on your operations.
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Regulatory Navigation: Expertise in local air quality regulations and noise ordinances, ensuring compliance and smooth permitting.
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Rigorous Testing & Optimization:
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Performance Verification: We conduct thorough testing to confirm your natural gas generator's ability to start instantly and sustain power under various load conditions.
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System Calibration: Fine-tuning controls and settings for optimal performance, fuel efficiency, and seamless automatic transfer.
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Proactive Service & Maintenance:
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Electrical Load Testing: Comprehensive load bank testing to verify generator performance at full capacity, crucial for preventing "wet stacking" and ensuring readiness.
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HCAI-Mandated Testing: Adherence to all specific testing protocols required by HCAI for SNF emergency power systems, including detailed documentation.
Natural Gas Line Capacity:
The most crucial consideration is ensuring your existing gas line has sufficient pressure and volume to support the generator's demands. We conduct a thorough assessment of your gas meter and line.
Utility Reliability:
While the gas line offers continuous fuel, it's essential to assess the reliability of your natural gas utility during widespread disasters, as major events can disrupt gas supply.
Noise & Emissions Control:
Natural gas generators generally have lower emissions and are quieter than diesel, making permitting easier and reducing environmental impact, particularly in urban areas.
Ventilation & Exhaust:
Proper ventilation for cooling and safe exhaust discharge is essential, requiring careful planning and design.
Integration with Other Systems:
Seamlessly integrating your natural gas generator with Automatic Transfer Switches, building management systems, and potentially solar/BESS for a comprehensive solution.
FAQs
We Have Answers, For Your Questions!
The primary advantage is the continuous fuel supply directly from your natural gas line, eliminating the need for on-site fuel storage, deliveries, and fuel degradation concerns. They also typically have cleaner emissions and quieter operation.
The generator will connect to your existing natural gas service, but its size will depend on the generator's fuel demands and the capacity of your current gas meter and line. We'll assess this during our preliminary consultation.
Modern natural gas generators are highly reliable and engineered for critical applications. Their reliability is often tied to the stability of the natural gas utility grid itself during widespread disasters.
Natural gas generators typically produce significantly lower levels of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon monoxide compared to diesel units, making them a more environmentally friendly choice and often easier to permit in California.
Yes, as long as your natural gas utility line remains active, a natural gas generator can run continuously for very long durations, offering significant peace of mind during extended grid failures.
Yes, we specialize in designing hybrid power systems that integrate natural gas generators with solar panels and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This combination can optimize energy costs, enhance energy independence, and provide layered resilience.
Yes. Modernize Power partners with providers offering flexible financing, including C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) for commercial properties, and lease-to-own terms, making essential natural gas generator investments financially accessible.
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