Guides
Answers to the questions that decide a site battery purchase
Written for site managers, plant buyers and temporary electrical contractors. Each guide ends with what to put in a project brief, so the next conversation starts further along.
kW, kVA and kWh: what each one means on site
Power, apparent power and energy are three separate things. Know which is which before comparing any system with your load.For Site, project and plant managers preparing a power specification
Battery vs diesel vs hybrid: comparing site power arrangements
Compare whole arrangements and whole costs. A battery changes how a generator or grid connection is used; it does not always replace them.For Project, plant and procurement managers weighing up temporary power options
How long will a site battery run?
Runtime comes from usable energy and average load. Nominal capacity overstates it; an average hides the peaks.For Site and project managers estimating battery duty before a technical assessment
Charging a construction site battery
The unit's maximum charging input is a ceiling. What your connection or generator can spare, and for how long, decides whether the battery keeps up.For Site managers and temporary electrical contractors planning a charging arrangement
What to include in a BESS quote
A two-part list: the project information a supplier needs, and the specifics a quote should commit to in writing.For Procurement, plant and project managers requesting or comparing battery storage quotes
Tell us about the site for a project-specific proposal
A short brief is enough to start. “Not sure” is an acceptable answer to every technical question, and you see a summary of your project before you add any contact details.