An unscheduled power outage can bring any industrial facility to a standstill, disrupting production schedules, ruining products, and causing lost revenue, which supervisors can’t address until the system is running. Three-phase backup generators allow you to continue operations when the primary power is lost. Though these motors may seem more expensive than their single-phase counterparts, their many benefits make them the more economical long-term choice.

What Is a Three-Phase Generator?

In the simplest terms, when a magnet passes through a conductor, usually a coil of copper wire, it creates electricity. A single-phase generator produces a current using only one magnet, which alternates direction inside the conductor. Three-phase generators, on the other hand, use three coils, which rotate around the central, stationary magnet. The uninterrupted motion and enhanced efficiency of this design make this option the standard in most commercial and industrial applications.

What Are the Benefits?

Due to their unique design, three-phase generators offer industrial facilities benefits that single-phase motors can’t match. The most significant advantage for most applications is the higher voltage capacity, necessary to power heavy machinery and specialized air climate control systems. Single-phase generators can run lights, basic HVAC equipment, and computers; but, they usually don’t have sufficient voltage for manufacturing equipment, tools, or industrial freezers. As such, three-phase generators are better for tempering operating cost when powering a large warehouse or commercial facility.

Your business needs a reliable and efficient power source, even when the electricity goes out. With over 45 years of experience and mastery of the most advanced equipment on the market, George’s Electric has assisted many organizations throughout the Port Orchard, WA, area, providing quality repairs and installations. Visit the website for more information on their commercial electrical services, and call (360) 895-9482 to discuss your backup generator needs with an industry expert today.