What Every Business Owner Should Know Before Buying a Portable Quiet Generator

Now more than ever, there is an ever-increasing need for business owners to ensure that they’ve prepared for the unexpected.

13:27 15 November 2019

Weather patterns and cycles have become unpredictable, and the best that businessmen can do to prevent losses after power blackouts is to invest in external power sources. Having a power backup strategy can be a great way to help shield your business when inconveniencing power outages occur. Now, whether you are a small business or a rapidly growing venture, power outages could cost your business dearly. They will often disrupt business operations, cut communication with important clients, and possibly lead to the loss of inventory. To combat such potential risks, it’s advisable to get a generator... and not just any generator – a portable and quiet generator will be more convenient, plus you won’t have to worry about your employees being distracted by noises from the power machine as it runs.

And when it comes to buying a portable generator for your business, the first thing you want to do is adhere to the State's guidelines on noise and air pollution. As everyone else is going green, you also need to follow suit. There are so many types of portable generators and the list of features to look for when buying one is endless. This means that you have a lot of work ahead of you and the selection process can be a bit daunting. But to help you out, here’s what every business owner should know before buying a portable quiet generator.

1. Noise Dampening

As earlier hinted, noise level is among the key features to consider when choosing a portable generator. And higher chances are that you’ve heard them in your neighborhood, in larger establishments, and even around government institutions – some generators can be notoriously loud! Yesteryear generators were loud and in addition to this, they were not environmentally friendly. Thanks to modern (noise reduction technology, today’s portable generators come with noise-dampening features. They are less noisy, and some are even more powerful than their previous counterparts. According to David Miller from Know It All Learning, today’s quietest generators have a noise level not exceeding 60 decibels, which is similar to the sound produced by two people having a conversation. When looking for a portable generator with decent power output, one that is just above 50 decibels would be ideal.

These portable quiet generators are equipped with noise reduction blocks and acoustics that are specially designed to make them quieter. In times of a power outage, a portable quiet generator can be a great addition to your business establishment because you’ll still spend quality time in your office while attending to your clients. This helps ensure that you and your staff concentrate on the work at hand as opposed to having to deal with distractions from irritable grinding noises. It can help increase productivity in the workplace while keeping power-related losses on the low.

 

2. Type and Number of the Outlets

Before investing in one, it’s very important to consider the number of outlets and the type of outlets a portable quiet generator has. The reason for this is that having multiple outlets helps to evenly spread the load, especially if you have several appliances hooked to the generator. In addition to this, it also helps ensure that the generator runs smoother, making it easier to stabilize the power output. But then again, you need to be cautious when plugging multiple appliances in all the outlets at the same time. It’s very important to check the maximum power a portable quiet generator can produce while running. In other words, understanding loads and sizing is crucial. It also means paying close attention to the power needs of your appliances with regards to the volts and amps needed to keep them running. Remember, you don’t want to overload your generator as this will reduce its longevity.

3. Type of the Generator

There are two main types of portable quiet generators, namely, conventional and inverter generators. So before you make the final decision, you need to decide on the best generator that is right for your business needs.

 

• Conventional Generators:

These are the standard generators that will run on either gasoline or diesel. Although they are quiet, they cannot be compared to the inverter generators. For starters, diesel generators are among the loudest so if you are looking for a quiet generator, you might as well want to cancel this one out.

 

• Inverter Generators:

These are the types of generators you want for your business. They incorporate the latest technology of fuel consumption, noise reduction, and fuel efficiency. They also incorporate smart electronic technology to run efficiently at lower noise levels.

4. Generator Features

When looking for the best portable quiet generator for your business, it’s very important to check the features. But then again, you need to have realistic expectations. While you may be looking for quiet generators that start automatically through a wireless remote, one thing is for sure... your budget will dictate the type of generator you can get. Nonetheless, it won’t hurt to have some cool features as they may come in handy at some point. All the same, here are some features to look out for when purchasing a portable quiet generator:

• Compact build
  
  
• USB ports
  
  
• Fuel gauge
  
  
• Fuel stabilizer
  
  
• Automatic cooling
  
  
• Automatic voltage regulator
  
  
• Automatic shutdown
  
  
• Safety features
  
  

5. Fuel Efficiency

Most portable quiet generators have a fuel tank capacity of 1 gallon. Fuel consumption will be calculated depending on the load. While conventional generators run at a constant speed regardless of the load, the best portable quiet generators, on the other hand, have a throttle that allows the engine to speed up or slow down depending on the load capacity. This means that they are more fuel-efficient and economical and at the same time, easy to maintain.

6. Generator Warranty

Before buying a portable quiet generator, it’s important to check if it comes with a warranty. This is a guarantee from the manufacturer that helps to assure you that the generator is of the best quality and that it doesn’t have any manufacturing defects. But then, it’s important to ensure that you use the generator as directed by the manufacturer because the manufacturer will not cover any consequential damages. In a nutshell, a warrant means that the manufacturer will provide repairs, replacement, and maintenance for a specified period.

Finally, it’s very important to ensure that you carefully read the instructions manual as they’ll help to guide you on how to use the generator. Remember, portable, quiet generators use gasoline and as you may be aware, gasoline is highly explosive. It’s therefore important that after use, the generator is stored under lock and key. The above tips will help to guide you through the buying process to ensure that you have the best generator to sustain your business needs.