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100,000 lb Switchgear for City's Water Department

Project Management and Engineering - from Start to Finish

In 2009, the single largest piece of gear that Peterson Power Systems ever sold was delivered: a fully self contained electrical switchgear building measuring over fifty feet long, sixteen feet wide, and sixteen feet tall. The unit weighed nearly one hundred thousand pounds, and was the primary piece of equipment in a multimillion dollar electrical upgrade project for the City of San Francisco’s Water Department.

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Automatic Transfer Switches

Automatic Transfer Switches

An automatic transfer switches (ATS) is an integral part of a generator set: it transfers power from one source, the utility, to another, the generator. An ATS triggers when it senses that one of the sources has lost or gained power. An ATS is often installed in conjunction with one or more backup generators to make sure that the generator(s) provide electrical power if the utility source fails. Today every standby generator set that is sold requires at least one ATS, and some cases, multiple units.

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Compressed Air

Compressed Air Solutions We Provide

Trust the rental experts at Peterson with your compressed air needs. From concrete jobs to industrial work, we have an expansive fleet ready to work in any application. With our 24/7 availability, we've got you covered.

Solutions we provide:

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Temperature Control Equipment

Serving all of California, Oregon and Washington

Peterson Power Systems can support temperature control applications from equipment failure, emergencies, loss of power to scheduled maintenance, seasonal needs, and special events. With locations to serve you in California, Oregon, and Washington, Peterson offers top-notch products and service to keep you productive and profitable. Industries we serve include refineries, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, education, data centers and more.

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Rental Gensets & Engines

Power Rental Solutions

Whether faced with planned or emergency electric power needs, you not only demand reliability—you need availability. With our 24/7 availability, we’ve got you covered. We offer units for every application, with sizes ranging from 20 to 2,000kW. Whatever your specific requirements, our generators are equal to the challenge, providing power when and where you need it most.

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Design Build

Design Build - The New Normal

Design build project delivery simplifies projects and reduces risk because the owner manages only one contract with a single point of responsibility. The designers and contractors are on the same team allowing a unified response to changes and challenges. The traditional design-bid-build method requires the owner to manage multiple contracts and relationships, settling disputes between designers and contractors. Conflict and finger pointing can occur, forcing the owner into a dispute resolution role. 

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Training

Peterson University, Peterson’s state-of-the-art training facility in San Leandro, is the destination of choice for students all over North America who desire the latest certified training from Caterpillar and other top manufacturers!

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SOS Fluid Analysis

Protect Your Investment

Imagine if there was a way to monitor the internal health of your engine without tearing the unit down to its basic components? There is, and it’s called SOS Fluid Analysis!

Peterson’s Fluid Analysis Lab in Eugene, Oregon specializes in analyzing fluids from your fleet and examining those fluids for common signs of component failure.

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24/7 Generator Repair and Service

Generator maintenance programs, repair after failure, parts, technical information

Peterson Power Systems provides quality generator repair, service, and maintenance support for your power equipment. Our team will guarantee full local product support, repair and maintenance for every component of your equipment. Our highly qualified technicians can resolve your problem in the field or at your location.

The Customer Value Agreement (CVA):

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Financing

Cat Financial

As a captive finance company, Cat Financial understands your unique needs and the industries in which you operate. They are uniquely structured to support the specific needs of Peterson customers. Their vast expertise in assessing equipment values and their knowledge of customers' businesses often result in more favorable lending terms.

Peterson and Cat Financial industry finance experts understand your business and are dedicated to making your operation successful.

Benefits:

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