FAQs About Power Distribution Equipment
Our extensive fleet of UL-Listed electrical power distribution equipment ranges from distribution boxes and panels to spider boxes and multi-breaker panels. Whether you’re planning an event or managing backup power for an outage, our team of experts can find the right power distribution rental equipment to meet your requirements. We also offer cables of varying lengths, transfer switches, extension cords, neutral ground resistors, cable feeder panels and many other portable power distribution equipment accessories. We carry top distribution equipment manufacturers to ensure you get the best quality hardware for the job. Browse our inventory of power distribution rentals below or contact a United Rentals representative for further assistance.
Yes, every additional foot of an extension cord increases the electrical resistance which weakens the power sent to connected equipment. For the best results, use the shortest extension cord possible for your project.
Distribution panels are central electrical hubs that distribute power around warehouses, offices and other large spaces. These panels also have protective circuit breakers that will automatically shut off power to an overloaded circuit.
A transfer switch acts as a miniature circuit breaker panel that draws electricity from the generator instead of the original power source. When you need to draw power from your generator — in the case of a power outage, for example — you plug your generator into an outdoor outlet that connects to a transfer switch located inside. Without a transfer switch, you’d need to run multiple outdoor-rated extension cords from your generator into your business or jobsite — hardly an ideal alternative.