resistive/reactive load banks

Resistive/Reactive Load Bank Rentals

Combined Resistive Reactive Load Banks for Reliable Testing From 240 kW to 6.25 MVA

We provide dependable, custom-engineered resistive/reactive load banks to help you test confidently, improve reliability, and maintain performance.

Resistive/reactive load banks enable you to test equipment by replicating a lagging power factor. This is vital for complete engine and alternator tests, which purely resistive load banks can’t provide, since they only test at a unity power factor. 

At Aggreko, we provide resistive/reactive load bank rentals across voltages from 380 V to 690 V, delivering multiple 1 kVA load steps so you can:

  • Fully test equipment with load banks offering a typical 0.8 power factor
  • Benchmark equipment performance against manufacturer expectations
  • Meet legal requirements for load testing during commissioning
  • Identify potential problems and maintenance issues sooner

Supporting your resistive/reactive load bank testing applications

Our comprehensive fleet of load banks is carefully balanced to cover the widest possible range of applications, load types, and voltages.

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Supporting your resistive-reactive load bank testing applications 
  • Meet legal requirements for load testing and reporting. We can provide a resistive/reactive load bank rental designed around your required load profiles and durations, alongside sophisticated handheld controls and integrated data capture.
  • Test your backup energy equipment by simulating loads to measure performance and efficiency. With our resistive/reactive load banks, you can test equipment at full load and resolve issues before they become costly problems or lead to downtime.
  • Resolve maintenance issues including degrading insulation before they escalate into disasters. With regular load testing, you can spot problems sooner – and fix them faster.
  • Avoid wet-stacking and carbon buildup in generators by using a load bank to determine capabilities and output. A load bank rental can also be used to provide load that clears out known carbon buildup in an engine.
  • Simulate performance at peak demand safely and accurately with a resistive/reactive load bank. Its modular design means you can run multiple load banks in parallel for near-limitless scalability.
  • Meet schedules and performance expectations by thoroughly testing your equipment or resistive and reactive generator energy performance earlier in the process.

Resistive/reactive load banks across major sectors

Sectors that depend on reliable, uninterrupted energy trust Aggreko to support comprehensive load testing processes.

Why choose Aggreko for resistive/reactive load banks?
When organizations need a reliable partner for load testing with a lagging power factor, they turn to us.
  • A wider choice - We provide resistive/reactive load banks as well as resistive and capacitive load banks for wider testing.
  • Innovative equipment - Including advanced control systems, integrated data capture/reporting, and low-noise versions.
  • Extended expertise - We understand your wider energy solution, so we can provide more holistic guidance.
  • Fast deployment - All our equipment is available at short notice and can be delivered and installed in the shortest possible time frame.
  • Modular design - Use multiple load banks together to deliver even more energy for your testing, commissioning, and maintenance.
  • Engineering expertise - Our in-house engineers can recommend a reactive/resistive load bank and testing plan based on your applications.
  • Outdoor-rated load banks - Our load bank fleet includes outdoor-rated load banks for safe external testing, even in harsh environments.
  • Unbeatable reliability - When you choose us, you get equipment that’s constantly tested and ready to deliver from day one.
  • The trusted partner - Working with us is working with an industry leader with over 50 years’ experience in 80+ countries.

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resistive reactive load banks
Reliable load bank rentals for power system testing and peace of mind

Aggreko’s load bank rentals allow you to confidently test generators and electrical infrastructure, whether for commissioning or maintenance. We offer resistive, reactive, and combined load banks tailored for safety and compliance. If you also need temporary power, HVAC, or electrical distribution, our expert team can provide a fully integrated setup. Contact us to discuss your testing needs and how our fleet can support your operations.

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