Repair and Maintenance

Generators are essential for many industries, particularly in the UAE, because uninterrupted power is a necessity for work carried out onshore and offshore. An on-site/off-site decision on whether the broken generator should be sent to an off-site location or repaired at the site of its origin is the very first call made. Though each has its merits, for most firms, on-site generator repair offers exclusive advantages regarding convenience, efficiency, and cost.

In this blog, we will discuss why on-site Generator Repair and Service may be your better choice, especially for industries operating within the UAE.

 

Advantages of On-Site Generator Repair

1. Reduces Downtime

Obviously, one of the most significant benefits of on-site generator repair is minimal downtime. When constant power is critical, such as in oil field applications, construction projects, or large-scale manufacturing, for instance, as little as a few hours without electrical power may be enough to cause expensive delays and lost productivity.

 

2. Cost Savings

On-site repair saves on the cost and logistics of transporting heavy equipment to an off-site service centre, which may be expensive and time-consuming. Industrial- or oil-field-sized generators often need specialised equipment, permits, and labour for moving, and these add to the expense of repair.

Companies save in transportation and reinstallation costs with on-site repair as opposed to off-site options.

 

3. On-site Diagnosis and Repair

On-site repairs can be diagnosed and troubleshot immediately. Technicians can diagnose the generator in its operating environment; they will identify the problems that could arise due to factors like other surrounding equipment, fuel supply, or even environmental conditions.

Off-site repairs may overlook some issues specific to that location, causing incomplete or ineffective repairs.

When is Off-site Repair Appropriate?

However, while on-site generator repair has its benefits, there are still occasions when off-site repair would be the better alternative. This is especially true when the extent of repairs required is larger in scope and requires equipment not present on-site or even testing facilities not there.

1. Major Overhaul: A generator may need a full rebuild or significant overhauls of many of its components. Then it will need off-site repair to have access to high-technology tools, the necessary equipment, and controlled environments that cannot reasonably be assembled on-site.
2. Advanced Diagnostics: Others will require more in-depth diagnoses that are only available in service centres through specialised equipment. For example, if a control system in the generator or internal wiring fails, it is more efficient to carry it to a workshop and have the experts break it down and test everything.
3. Warranty Considerations: In such a case, some warranties could require that some repairs be done at the authorised service centre so that the warranty may still be valid. If this is required, it might not be possible to take the generator to an off-site location to the repair shop and have it done there.

 

Conclusion

On-site generator repair has proven to be much faster, less expensive, and far more reliable for businesses in the UAE, as they require an uninterrupted power supply. It includes minimal downtime, reduced costs, and a personalised approach to helping companies stay operational without transporting heavy equipment.

At Sahara Equipment, we specialise in on-site generator repair services. We provide after-hour services to cater to the needs of various industries in the UAE, and our technicians come to your doorstep to bring your generator back to operation, causing the least amount of dislocation possible.