A fast-deploy solar unit for 20ft containers, cabins or ground use, integrating with BESS or hybrid generators to reduce fuel consumption, costs and noise.
Captures power from generators, solar or the grid and delivers it on demand, reducing fuel use and noise. Can pair with up to eight solar skids for added renewable capacity.
Our largest confirmed diesel unit, built for major projects that need continuous power with no grid connection available.
Compare Your Power Options: Which One Is Right for Your Site?
Most sites start with a generator sized to their power draw, then add a BESS or solar platform if fuel costs, running noise or sustainability targets matter for the project.
Diesel Generator
The simplest option: straightforward, self-contained power sized to your site’s draw. Available from 5 kVA through to 125 kVA.
Hybrid Generator
Diesel and battery storage built into one unit. The battery can carry the load during quieter periods, so the engine runs less often.
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
An addition to a generator rather than a replacement. It’s paired with a generator you already have or are hiring separately. It charges while the generator runs and supplies power independently during low-demand periods.
Solar
Connects into an existing BESS or hybrid generator system to bring in renewable generation and cut runtime and fuel use further.
Power Generation Equipment Built for Australian Sites
Every site has a different power problem to solve. Some just need dependable generation and nothing else. Others are chasing lower fuel bills, a quieter site, or a sustainability target, and that's where pairing a generator with battery storage or solar starts to make sense. Our range spans all four approaches, so the choice comes down to what your site actually needs, not what happens to be sitting in the fleet.
Start with a diesel or hybrid generator to cover your baseline power, then layer in a BESS to manage demand automatically, or a solar platform to bring renewable generation into the mix. Each addition builds on the last rather than replacing it, so your setup can scale as a project grows or your sustainability targets change.
From standalone diesel generators and hybrid units to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and solar platforms, our team helps you settle on the right capacity and power type for your site.
Built to Cut Fuel, Emissions, and Noise
Pairing a generator with battery storage or solar can cut fuel use by up to 80%, emissions by up to 50%, and site noise by up to 90%, compared to running diesel alone.
Ready to Connect
Our power generation equipment arrives ready to go on site. Solar platforms come prewired with standard MC4 plugs, BESS units are built for rapid commissioning without waiting on a grid connection, and many of our generators can be fitted with quick-connect socket panels.
Full-Service Support
We deliver across metro and regional areas, with breakdown support and battery backup to ride out routine servicing. If your project runs longer than planned, long-term hire rates keep things simple.
FAQs
Which type of power equipment is right for my site?
It depends on what matters most for your project. If you just need dependable backup or standalone power, a diesel generator usually does the job. If fuel costs, noise or emissions are a bigger concern, a hybrid generator, a BESS, or a solar platform added on top can bring those down further. Our team can help you work out the right combination once we know your site's requirements.
What's the difference between a diesel generator and a hybrid generator?
A diesel generator runs purely on fuel. A hybrid generator pairs the diesel engine with built-in battery storage, letting the battery take on the load during quieter stretches so the engine doesn't have to run as much, which brings fuel use and noise down.
What is a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and how does it work?
A BESS stores power from the grid, solar or a generator and delivers it when it's needed. Paired with a generator, it can charge while the generator is running, supply power during low-demand periods, and automatically restart the generator when demand increases or energy levels are low.
Can I add a solar platform to my generator or BESS hire?
Yes. A solar platform connects into an existing BESS or hybrid generator system to add renewable generation on top, further reducing fuel use, running costs and site noise. Let our team knowif you'd like to add one to your hire.
How much can hybrid power reduce fuel use and noise on site?
Pairing a generator with a BESS or solar can reduce fuel usage by up to 80%, cut emissions by up to 50% compared to diesel-only generators, and reduce noise by up to 90%. Results vary by site and configuration.
Can I hire power generation equipment for a short-term project?
Yes. Short-term hire is available across the range, with long-term rates available if your project ends up running longer than expected.
Do you deliver power generation equipment to site?
Yes, with delivery available across both metro and regional areas.
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