Generac
Generac is a manufacturer of power generation equipment, portable power products, and other engine-driven power equipment. Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, the company primarily serves the residential, commercial, and industrial markets.
Generac's product line includes:
- Home Standby Generators: Automatically start when utility power is lost, providing backup electricity to homes.
- Portable Generators: Gasoline or dual-fuel powered generators for temporary power needs.
- Commercial and Industrial Generators: Larger generators designed for businesses, industrial facilities, and other commercial applications.
- Power Washers: Pressure washers for cleaning applications.
- Pumps: Water pumps for various applications.
- Battery Storage Systems: Energy storage solutions for residential and commercial use, often paired with solar panels.
- Clean Energy Solutions: Including solar inverters and other related products.
The company was founded in 1959. Generac generators are commonly used during power outages caused by severe weather, natural disasters, or other grid disruptions. The company's growth has been influenced by factors such as increasing frequency of power outages and growing demand for backup power solutions. Generac competes with other manufacturers in the power generation industry, including Kohler, Cummins, and Briggs & Stratton.