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Temporary power solutions that support grid hardening 

Grid hardening, supported by a utility-ready power partner

Grid hardening requires flexibility, precision, and solutions that work within live utility systems. Utilities require partners who understand how the grid operates and can provide temporary power and engineering support wherever needed.

Aggreko partners with utilities to support grid hardening by delivering engineered temporary power and electrical solutions that integrate seamlessly into utility operations.

How Aggreko supports grid hardening:

  • Maintain continuity of service while infrastructure is reinforced or upgraded
  • Provide scalable, rapidly deployable temporary power at critical points across the network
  • Support substations, feeders, and other key assets while permanent equipment is offline
  • Deliver utility-ready systems designed to meet safety, operational, and performance standards 
Engineering support that strengthens grid resiliency 

Effective grid hardening depends on more than equipment, it requires engineering insight, system awareness, and the ability to adapt as conditions change.

Aggreko works alongside utility teams to align temporary solutions with system priorities, timelines, and long-term resiliency goals. Our power engineering expertise and flexible fleet help utilities reinforce vulnerable assets, reduce risk, and keep customers connected throughout the grid-hardening process.

We provide a full range of rental equipment, including

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Oil free air compressors
Oil-free compressed air systems, with high contamination risks, are critical in pharmaceuticals and food production. Our engineered solutions provide clean, uninterrupted air to safeguard product quality and safety.

Find out more about our solutions for the utility sector

Experts in power and temperature solutions

No matter the project, our rental services will meet your needs

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Utilities

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Discover the power solution that kept a major upgrade on schedule.

We provide a full range of rental equipment that includes

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Battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions
Batteries that deliver the ultimate performance efficiency by enabling to store and consume power more flexibly.
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Gas generators
Our natural gas generators provide built-in modular designs that allow you to scale your gas projects from a single unit to a multi-megawatt power plant. Our fleet is versatile for various power applications and delivers lower emissions without costly after-treatment devices.

Frequently asked questions 

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Aggreko designs and deploys engineered temporary power systems that integrate into live utility networks using utility-approved interconnection methods. Solutions are configured to match required voltage levels, load profiles, protection schemes, and operational constraints, allowing utilities to reinforce or upgrade infrastructure while maintaining system continuity and safety.

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Temporary power supports grid hardening by providing flexibility at critical points in the system where permanent infrastructure is being reinforced, upgraded, or transitioned. Aggreko’s solutions help utilities maintain reliability, manage risk, and preserve operational continuity while grid hardening activities are executed within live networks.

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Aggreko works alongside utility engineering and operations teams to align temporary solutions with system priorities, project timelines, and resiliency objectives. By combining power engineering expertise with scalable equipment and rapid deployment, Aggreko enables utilities to address vulnerabilities, maintain reliability metrics, and execute grid hardening initiatives without compromising operational standards.

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Reliable energy for critical utility needs

Aggreko partners with utilities to deliver flexible power generation and distribution solutions that keep communities connected. Whether it’s bridging power during infrastructure upgrades, supporting grid stability through peak demand, or providing rapid response during outages, our scalable solutions ensure reliability and resilience from planned upgrades to unexpected events.

Contact Our Power Specialists 877.603.2801