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What is a
           Standby Power System?


                                                                        Why Offer Standby Generators?
           An automatic standby power system consists of a
           generator and a transfer switch. It allows selected          Because everybody needs power.
           electrical circuits to continue operating in the event of a
           power outage.                                                It goes without saying—everyone relies on power. Today, reliable power is needed more
                                                                        than ever before. Some outages last for days, even weeks during extreme weather. With a
           The generator monitors voltage 24/7. It runs on a            Generac automatic backup generator, homes and family are protected, regardless of what
           home’s existing LP or natural gas supply and sits
           outside like an air conditioner. When the electricity is     grid problems or weather deliver.
           interrupted, the generator detects the problem and
           automatically goes to work.                                                                                         U.S. Market Share

                                                                                                                                           *Source: F&S, SBI
           1   The automatic transfer switch safely disconnects         Partner with a market leader.                                   4%  6%
               the utility line.                                        Generac earned its reputation for innovative                          8%
                                                                        engineering by developing the first affordable home
           2   The switch then simultaneously connects the power        backup generators. Once considered cost prohibitive,
               line from the generator.                                                                                                        10%
                                                                        Generac’s forward thinking technology made standby
           3   Power is restored within seconds, whether                power accessible to the general public.                   72%
               or not someone is home.
                                                                        From a beginning as the pioneer in the automatic
           4   Once utility power is restored, the transfer             backup generator category, Generac has grown to be             Generac
               switch disconnects the generator and returns                                                                            Kohler
               it to standby mode.                                      the U.S. market leader at over 70% market share, and           Briggs & Stratton
                                                                        continually enjoys double digit growth.                        Cummins
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                                                                        A Company Dedicated to Manufacturing Excellence

                                                                        Generac has always focused on being adaptable to changing market direction.
                                                                        Vertically integrated manufacturing processes and over one million square feet of U.S.
                                                                        based manufacturing space allow for quick reaction to fluctuating demand and continued
                                                                        product innovation. We control design, engineering and production, assuring our
                                                                        customers of reliable, quality products delivered to market at a speed unrivaled by other
                                                                        manufacturers. It is the foundation of our market leadership position.
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