Auxiliary Power Units & Standby Power Solutions for Reliable Energy
Keep Critical Systems Running Around the Clock With Reliable, Efficient Mobile Power Generation
Our standby power solutions help utility companies continue delivering reliable power for their end users – even in the event of unplanned outages.
Extreme weather, a mechanical fault, or another unexpected event might shut down your operations – but your end users still rely on you for consistent, affordable, efficient access to energy.
If an unplanned outage disrupts your auxiliary systems, we’ll provide turnkey energy generation solutions that deploy fast and work efficiently. Thanks to our extensive fleet – one of the largest in North America – we’ll get you the equipment you need rapidly, and monitor metrics to ensure you are receiving exactly the amount of power you need – no more, no less.
You’ll be able to:
- Minimize downtime, reducing the impact on end users, avoiding fines and protecting your reliability metrics.
- Keep critical systems running smoothly and reliably.
- Reduce the financial impact of unplanned outages by returning to normal operations faster.
- Keep costs and emissions under control with the latest temporary, greener energy technology.
Why choose us for auxiliary power?
Partner with a team that understands the urgency and complexity of utility operations.
- Fast deployment — Our rapid-response equipment delivered and installed quickly, minimizing downtime and disruption.
- Deep utilities expertise — We design solutions based on our experience with real-world power generation challenges, guaranteeing the best results.
- Integrated engineering support — From site design to permitting and fuel strategy, we’ll support the entire lifecycle of your auxiliary energy solution.
- Real-time system visibility — Aggreko Remote Monitoring tracks the performance of your auxiliary energy 24/7, so we solve any problems rapidly.
- Compliance-ready equipment — Our low-emissions generators make it easier to access reliable energy without risking exceeding your emissions targets.
- Scalable solutions — We’ll provide right-sized solutions that support your needs without wasting capacity.
Fast and cost-effective backup generator rental for any challenge your power generation company is facing
- Reliable temporary energy generation solutions allow you to maintain operational continuity to your auxiliary systems during unexpected outages. Designed for durability, our wide variety of generators – including gas and hybrid Tier 4F – make it easier to keep customers energized under the most challenging conditions.
- Turnkey electrical distribution solutions provide optimized energy for any equipment that requires more than just generators. Our electrical distribution equipment – including transformers, switchgear, and panels – provides a consistent, reliable energy supply, reducing minutes of interrupted service for customers.
- Emergency backup generators and energy storage solutions are crucial to avoiding further unexpected failures in the event of an unplanned outage. Our industrial backup generators provide immediate energy in the aftermath of an outage, while our battery energy storage systems (BESS) provide dependable, highly efficient energy.
Aggreko’s Greener Approach: Get emergency auxiliary energy without compromising your emissions goals
With utilities under pressure to reduce emissions, we deliver smarter energy strategies that balance performance and sustainability.
Thanks to our extensive fleet of greener energy generation solutions, getting auxiliary power online doesn’t need to mean driving up emissions or fuel use.
Using the latest greener technologies and advanced performance monitoring, we’ll give you rapid access to solutions that cut fuel consumption, local site emissions, and operational costs.
Key parts of this initiative include:
- Hybrid energy solutions – combining battery storage with our Tier 4F generators to optimize fuel efficiency, extend equipment life, reduce fuel consumption, and lower emissions.
- Aggreko Remote Monitoring (ARM) – our real-time monitoring solution ensures optimal energy use, detects inefficiencies, and provides actionable data to help you reduce waste.
- Efficient HVAC solutions – our cooling, heating, and dehumidification solutions reduce energy loads while improving safety and comfort for maintenance crews and employees.
Frequently asked questions
Auxiliary power refers to the backup energy solutions that keep essential processes running when your primary power source is unavailable. For utility providers, having reliable auxiliary power units helps avoid service disruptions, maintain critical functions, and protect grid stability during maintenance, outages, or emergencies.
These backup energy solutions are essential for ensuring uninterrupted energy supply during unplanned outages, natural disasters, extreme weather, or scheduled maintenance.
Without reliable standby power solutions or auxiliary power units, utility providers risk unplanned downtime, regulatory penalties, and leaving customers without energy. In extreme cases, outages can damage infrastructure or disrupt grid stability. Aggreko’s auxiliary power solutions help minimize these risks by keeping essential operations running smoothly during unexpected events.
At Aggreko, we provide a wide range of temporary energy solutions ideal for utilities, including mobile power generation units, backup generators, rental solutions, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). These can be easily scaled to meet different energy demands, and paired with transformers, switchgear, and distribution panels for full-site energy support.
Aggreko supports utility companies with emergency auxiliary power solutions that balance performance with sustainability. By integrating hybrid generators, battery storage, and real-time monitoring, Aggreko helps reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, and ensure efficient energy use - even during outages or peak demand.
Mobile backup generators provide flexibility, fast deployment, and cost control during power disruptions. For utilities, Aggreko’s backup energy solutions can be rapidly deployed to restore critical systems and maintain compliance, while integrated monitoring through Aggreko Remote Monitoring (ARM) tracks fuel use to make sure rental equipment is running at peak operational efficiency.
Industrial and commercial power solutions — anytime, anywhere
We deliver reliable generator rentals and electrical distribution equipment tailored to your needs. From temporary site power to large-scale base load solutions for regional grids, Aggreko keeps your operations running — wherever and whenever you need us.