Warning Signs That an Industrial Generator Needs Repairs

Industrial generators are useful in almost every industry around the world. Without a functioning generator, most production plants and industrial systems would grind to a halt. That’s why keeping your industrial generators in top condition is so important and why most industrial places run frequent inspections on their generators. Here are some of the common warning signs that an industrial generator needs repairs.

Slow Production

Since a generator is all about producing energy that you can use, not getting enough energy should be a huge tipoff that something’s wrong with your generator. Have a method that measures the production of your generators that you can check easily.

Leaking

One obvious sign that your generator needs some repairs is the presence of any liquid that shouldn’t be there. This is indicative of a leak in a pipe or component in the generator. Don’t ignore these leaks, as the damage will quickly spread to the rest of the generator.

Damaged Components

During your routine inspections, you should inspect different parts at different frequencies, which relates to how often you should run inspections. During these inspections, you should frequently check whether any of the parts have broken down or sustained damage. You should quickly replace any part that seems in disrepair; this will prevent the damage from spreading.

Visible Damage

As with the individual components, looking for wear on your generator is the best way to determine if your generator needs repair. Look at all the moving parts first for obvious wear, but don’t forget the chassis or other parts for any warping or cracks as well.

Overheating

All the moving parts in a generator can produce a lot of heat, but too much heat can mean that your system’s overworking or needs lubricant. If these aren’t the issue, then overheating can indicate problems with nearby parts or components.

These are some of the common warning signs that an industrial generator needs repairs. There are other signs of damage, which is why you should run frequent inspections looking over every part of your generator.