BA POWER can design and install any size generator inside your purpose built generator power room or retrofit a power plant into an existing building.We received a big order from our esteemed customer for installing 3*1000Kw diesel gensets into their big building recently.In this piece, we’ll look at site planning and site preparation for installing permanent diesel gensets inside a big building.

Site Planning for Permanent Diesel Generators

Before you start planning, double check the national and local planning guidance, and the manufacturer’s safety and usage documentation. Actual planning starts with a drawing of both the generator itself and all of its support systems. Remember to address:
•The fuel supply must be accessible by fuel truck.
•Include provision for a security fence.
•Decide on above- or below-ground fuel and electrical connections at this time

Permanent Diesel Generators Installed Inside a Building

Diesel generator systems for installation inside larger structures are typically self-contained. That means the generator, fuel system, engine, and cooling system are all aligned carefully and mounted on a skid at the factory. This skid must be moved to the facility, so consider the following:

•Headroom and side clearance to get the generator skid onto your concrete pad
•Lifting equipment–typically a portable gantry, overhead crane and/or large forklift will be needed to remove the skid from its delivery truck and manoeuvre it into place.
•Ensure the concrete pad is located so as to allow required maintenance of all parts of the generator, and is compliant to all relevant regulations.
•Attach generator skid mounts to the pad, according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Measure and square them carefully.
•Ensure the room has adequate incoming air supply to support the generator in full operation.
•Ensure the fuel supply system is up to all relevant codes and regulations. This may require underfloor mounting and the trenches covering with grates.
•Be ready to run electrical drops after genset installation
•Install cooling air ductwork and louvers
•Install an exhaust system suitable to the genset to be used. Check the manufacturer’s specifications and safety regulations carefully by advanced diesel engineering.