Power interruptions and rising energy costs can derail operations, reduce productivity, and create unexpected expenses. Whether you’re managing a hospital, factory, data center, or commercial space, selecting the right generator ensures your business stays online and in control. Here’s a practical guide to help you evaluate your needs—and how Cleveland Brothers can support you at every step.
- Define Your Needs - Start by understanding the role your generator will play. Consider whether you need:
- Standby power for emergencies and outages
- Prime or continuous power for ongoing operations in remote or off-grid locations
- Peak shaving to reduce grid demand and lower energy costs during peak usage periods
Identify critical loads that must stay powered, from HVAC and IT systems to production equipment or medical devices. - Determine Type of Generator - Generators are available in multiple configurations, each suited for specific applications:
- Diesel Generators: Known for durability and performance in high-load environments; requires on-site fuel storage and regular refueling
- Natural Gas Generators: Cleaner-burning, cost-effective, and pipeline-fed for constant fuel supply; ideal for urban or environmentally conscious facilities
- Dual-Fuel Options: Explore the benefits of gensets that can use two fuels such as natural gas and propane
For facilities prioritizing reliability, emissions compliance, and cost savings, smaller natural gas generators (40-80 kW) offer a strong return on investment. - Define the Power You Need - Sizing your generator accurately is critical. An undersized unit risks overloading, while an oversized system unnecessarily increases costs and fuel consumption. Wattage and expected usage considerations:
- Total running wattage of your essential equipment
- Starting wattage for motors and compressors
- Duration of expected usage—occasional backup or daily peak management
A full load assessment ensures your generator is properly matched to your operational requirements. - How Cleveland Brothers Can Help - Choosing the right generator doesn’t have to be complex. Cleveland Brothers offers expert consultation, engineering, and long-term support to simplify the process:
- Free energy assessments to evaluate your facility’s specific power requirements
- Customized generator sizing based on usage patterns, budget, and space constraints
- Professional installation and seamless system integration with ATS and UPS systems
- Ongoing maintenance & support from factory-trained technicians, including 24/7 emergency service
Our team has decades of experience supporting power needs across healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and public utilities.
A Smarter Power Solution for a Changing Energy Landscape
In today’s environment of rising energy costs, sustainability targets, and increasing reliability demands, natural gas generators offer a powerful advantage. Clean-burning, cost-effective, and supported by an uninterrupted pipeline fuel supply, these systems are built for performance without compromise. Whether you're looking to reduce peak demand charges or safeguard critical systems during outages, a properly sized natural gas generator gives your facility the resilience it needs—without sacrificing efficiency or environmental responsibility.
Cleveland Brothers makes it easy to integrate natural gas generators into your operations. From initial assessment to installation and long-term support, our team delivers industry expertise and trusted Cat® technology to help you build a reliable, future-ready energy strategy.
Contact Cleveland Brothers today to schedule your free energy assessment and explore generator options that fit your business.
