Technical articles and generator knowledge
How to size a diesel generator correctly — kW vs kVA, power factor, motor starting inrush, diversity, derating and the ISO 8528 duty ratings that matter.
Generator Sizing and Load Calculation: A Beginner’s Guide Read More »
Altitude and ambient temperature silently reduce diesel generator output. Learn typical derating figures, work through a sizing example, and see what to tell your supplier before you order.
At Higenset, we’ve seen what happens when generators skip proper load testing before shipment. A 500 kVA unit arrived at a mining site in Ghana last year and failed within 72 hours. The buyer lost two weeks of production and had to pay for emergency repairs. That story alone is reason enough to take load
A practical guide for overseas buyers on quality inspection and compliance when sourcing generators from China, covering factory audits, production checks, testing standards, and export documentation.
Sourcing Generators from China: QC and Compliance Read More »
A practical technical guide to generator noise reduction, covering silent canopies, exhaust silencers, airflow design, vibration isolation, and site planning for urban and commercial projects.
Generator Sound Attenuation: Reduce Noise Levels Read More »
A practical technical reference covering the most common diesel generator faults from starting failures to overheating with diagnostic steps and proven solutions for technicians and operators.
A practical step-by-step guide to calculating generator capacity, covering load analysis, motor starting surges, power factor, and future expansion planning with real-world examples.
Generator Sizing Calculator: Find the Right Capacity Read More »
A detailed guide to understanding generator spec sheets — covering kVA vs kW, power factor, voltage regulation, frequency, alternator type, control panel features, and certification standards.
A practical maintenance checklist covering daily, weekly, monthly, and annual tasks to keep your diesel generator running reliably for years.
One of the first questions we get from buyers — especially first-timers — is some version of “how much diesel does a 500kW generator burn per hour?” And honestly, it’s a fair question. Fuel cost is usually the biggest chunk of your operating budget over the life of a generator set, so getting a handle