I already have a stationary generator for backup power to my house. Why would I need a PowerTower?
There is a down time between time the power goes out and the time the generator would turn on and take over the power supply. Most generators need about 30 seconds to turn on and few minutes to have stable voltage output once they warm up
if you care about having no down time. you have equipment that needs to be turn on every time there is a short power outage like computers, if you have very sensitive equipment which could be damaged of power surges then a power tower or UPS unit is very well recommended.
Belal Aljaradat
MCS Electrical & Handyman
There are at least three good reasons why: 1) A generator-PowerTower hybrid configuration can greatly increase the efficiency of your generator. The PowerTower does this by handling the small electricity loads that are frequently needed. For example, getting up at night to turn on a 50 watt light bulb would, if you have a PowerTower installed, use the stored energy and would not require cranking up the full power of a say, 18 kW generator. This type of efficiency greatly increases the number of hours you get from a tank of fuel, and extends the life of your generator by eliminating unnecessary ignition and shutoffs. 2) Also, for any generator backup system, there will always be a delay in providing power to the house in the event of a blackout. With a PowerTower, this gap is eliminated, protecting sensitive electronic equipment. 3) A generator frequently has trouble providing clean, conditioned power, and a PowerTower can smooth out the surges and lags in voltage both from the generato
