Here are the systems your power equipment should be able to support:
- Classrooms
- Emergency lights and security systems
- Elevators
- PA systems
- Bells
- Electronic doors
- Cafeteria fridges
- Sprinkler systems
- Electronic teaching tools
- Labs
- Smoke detectors
- HVAC
What Is the Purpose of a School Generator?
Your school requires a generator during power outages because it ensures that:
- Schedules continue running smoothly: Whether it’s a university, high school, middle school or preschool, power is vital because it keeps programs running. Investing in a power substitute allows classes and other schedules to continue running smoothly and on time. It also minimizes stress, especially if a power outage occurs when students are preparing for a final exam.
- Occupants maintain visibility: Power backup keeps all rooms, staircases and hallways well-lit, allowing learners and faculty members to navigate structures safely.
- Air conditioners and heating systems continue working: A backup system will keep heating and cooling systems operational, maintaining conducive environments for students and staff to perform their tasks.
- Your school can act as a safe haven: If your area experiences a natural disaster, the local community can convene at your generator-powered school to stay warm and safe.
- Campus medical facilities remain functional: A generator will ensure that medical universities with research laboratories and outpatient, inpatient and emergency care facilities remain functional during a power outage. For instance, patients receiving treatment can continue using lifesaving machines and ventilation hoods will filter chemical fumes as usual.
- Experiments aren’t compromised: A generator can potentially maintain ongoing experiments that require temperature control, saving your school money and time.
- Your school remains credible: Power outages could lead to many adverse effects, such as allowing university residence halls to flood when sump pumps fail. These outcomes could affect enrollment and credibility. A substitute power system can help prevent these issues, preserving your school’s reputation.
- Fire alarm systems and sprinklers remain functional: The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requires schools to have fire alarm systems to alert students and teachers during a fire emergency. If a power outage occurs, the alarm system may not work, leaving school occupants at risk. For this reason, educational institutions should have a backup system to power fire alarm systems when the primary grid fails. The emergency generator should also power the pump that provides the level of water pressure necessary to operate fire sprinklers.
Factors to Consider During Purchase
When choosing a power system for your school, think about the following factors:
- Fuel type: Commercial generators run on different kinds of fuel, such as natural gas and diesel. Consider the advantages and drawbacks of each fuel choice and pick the one that best serves your school’s needs. For instance, natural gas generates less emissions, such as greenhouse gasses, than other fossil fuels and doesn’t produce a pungent smell like diesel. On the other hand, diesel has a high energy density, making it more efficient, and diesel engines have a longer life span than natural gas models. You can evaluate the pros and cons of each fuel type here: Complete List of Fuel Types for Generators.
- Degree of noise: Schools generally benefit from generator designs that run with minimal noise to avoid disrupting learning. Be sure to consider a power system’s noise level when shopping.
- Run period: Commercial generators have different running times, so think about how long you want the backup machine to be able to serve you.
- Power capacity: Ask your electrician to determine the power capacity you need to back up all essential rooms, equipment and appliances in your school.
- Budget: Think about the initial investment as well as the cost of servicing and maintaining the equipment regularly.
Benefits of Buying Used Power Equipment
Buying a used commercial emergency generator is a good idea for any institution on a budget. Our team will help you choose a reliable backup power solution that fits your needs, allowing you to avoid the depreciation cost of buying a new one. Used equipment will keep your initial costs low and give you a unit you can resell in the future without a significant loss if you maintain it properly.
Besides saving you money, a used substitute system will save your school time as well. Lead times for new machines — particularly specialized industrial units — are often several weeks or longer. If you purchase a used machine from us, we’ll process your order in three days or less, and ship it out from one of our many domestic holding centers.
Our Inventory
Based in Philadelphia, PA Woodstock Power Company has taken great care to offer an extensive selection of used emergency power equipment at different prices and power capacity ranges. We frequently carry machines from leading manufacturers such as Caterpillar®, Cummins, Kohler, John Deere and others. Since we’re an independent supplier of used power equipment, we’re free of corporate obligations and can freely recommend the unit that best meets your goals.
We thoroughly test all our used emergency and standby generators before sale to confirm they’re working correctly. Many of our units have low hours, and the initial manufacturer’s warranty still covers some. Check out our inventory to find your ideal system.
Your Partner for Complete Power Solutions
It’s vital to choose a generator that will supply enough power to keep your school operational during an emergency. Woodstock Power Company will discuss your needs and then provide a high-quality, reliable used machine at up to 70% off new retail pricing. If you can’t purchase the system outright, we have a solution. Our rental and long-term leasing services offer a convenient alternative that ensures you get a generator you can depend on.
Whether you’re leasing or buying, we have a comprehensive turnkey service that oversees delivery, installation and testing for all used backup equipment. We also provide long-term leasing and rental options for schools that need temporary backup electricity for emergencies. If you need a new or surplus machine, we’ll supply one that fits your power demands.
Call 610-658-3242 to request a generator or more information.