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A portable generator is a convenient way to safely produce your own power when the grid goes down, either due to natural or man-made causes. But how does a generator work? Whether you’re new to using ...

When a power outage hits, getting left in the dark is just one of the concerns. An extended blackout is an inconvenience, but being without air conditioning, heating or necessary medical equipment is ...

When the power goes out, whether due to a hurricane, heat stress on the power grid, or just one downed tree, a generator can be a lifesaver. Because of this, you should regularly check and maintain ...

Sun Flare Systems is a Canadian company that has developed a solar-powered backup generator. Designed to provide power in cases of outage and disaster, the patent-pending SOS in a Box kit is basically ...

Outside Christopher Glenn's house in the small Oregon community of Melrose, a white metal box sits next to the garage. The home standby generator was installed after a long outage in 2019. "We had a ...