Utilities mobile substation rental solutions
We work with utilities providers to improve resilience, productivity, and continuity with fast-to-install, low-cost mobile substations with everything included.
A choice of mobile substation configurations
Our utility mobile substation rentals are tailored to your requirements. We can design packages with transformers, power metering, and an auto-transfer package that allows line power to be used as the primary power source, while maintaining generators as a backup.
Mobile substations on any scale
From a single trailer to several units working together or independently, all with a modular design.
Designed to your specifications
From primary and backup generators to cables and reels, we bring everything together in one solution.
Industry-leading testing
Following assembly and testing at our factory, your mobile substation is ready to be energized the moment it arrives on site.
Unique knowledge across the utility industry
Utility substation rental solutions are just one part of our support for the utility industry. Wherever you sit in the value chain and whatever challenges you face, we can design and deliver the right solution for you.
The ultimate turnkey solution for utilities
- Emergency response and disaster recovery
During natural disasters including hurricanes and storms, damage to substations may cause power outages. Our emergency mobile substation rentals are ready to deploy with transformers, switchgear, and other components to reroute and restore power quickly while your permanent substations are repaired. - Enabling repairs, upgrades, and grid expansion
When you need to expand your power distribution network or conduct maintenance, our mobile substations can bridge the gap. With a mobile power substation, you can maintain service for your customers while also supporting the seamless integration of new equipment into the grid. - Mobile substations for short-term power
In remote and off-grid areas where establishing a permanent substation is impractical, a compact mobile substation provides temporary power on any scale. From construction camps to rural communities, we’ll help you scale your power fast without relying on extensive infrastructure development or CAPEX.
Typical features of mobile substation solutions
Mounted on a mobile substation trailer, our solutions include a tailored package of power generation and auxiliary equipment, all designed around your environment and electrical distribution setup:
- Electrical distribution panels to effectively split and distribute power, available in 800, 1,200 and 3,000 amp configurations.
- Switchgear to deliver protection, isolation, and control across your mobile substation. From physical switches to circuit breakers and fuses, our substation rentals include everything you need to optimize performance and maximize safety.
- HV/MV power transformers to meet your voltage requirements and step power up or down as necessary. Our large fleet includes low- and high-voltage transformers, all housed in weatherproof containers with thermostatically controlled cooling for peak operating conditions. We’ll work with you to precisely match your transformers to your usage and environment.
- Diesel and gas generators to provide additional power with a variety of fuel options that support your operating environment and sustainability goals. Our generator fleet includes Tier 4F Final diesel generators with controlled emissions, as well as dual-fuel and hybrid options to increase your fuel flexibility and efficiency.
- Ancillary equipment to support your unique processes and requirements, including smart metering to measure power usage and surge arresters to safely discharge power surges away from your sensitive electrical equipment.
Discover the key advantages of mobile substation solutions
Aggreko’s Greener Approach: Supporting the utility industry through the energy transition
At Aggreko, we’re dedicated to finding better, cleaner ways in everything we do. We constantly invest in efficiency projects, apply low-carbon design principles, and strive to reduce emissions in our equipment.
For utilities providers facing pressure to decarbonize, our mobile substation solutions can help eliminate 100% of localized emissions by bringing together efficient equipment and reducing your reliance on traditional diesel generators.
With our rightsized solutions and industry-leading equipment, you can:
Reduce harmful emissions (CO, CO2, NOx, PM)
Reduce noise pollution
Reduce fuel consumption and associated costs
Ensure reliability and efficiency
Why do utility companies choose Aggreko?
When utility companies need to respond to emergencies, conduct substation maintenance, expand the grid, or access short-term power, we become a proactive partner – offering mobile substations on any scale.
Fast response
With a comprehensive fleet and customer-centric service, we’re ready to respond with a tailored mobile substation anywhere in the world.
24/7 remote monitoring
With Aggreko’s Remote Monitoring service, we take responsibility for keeping your substation operational and at peak performance.
Greener and leaner
We help utilities providers build a reputation for sustainability with low-emissions equipment and ideas to help increase efficiency.
Equipment you can count on
With innovative, best-in-class equipment from generators to switchgear, count on us for a reliable, dependable substation.
Design and technical expertise
Our engineers understand your applications and best-practice substation design, so you get a solution that matches your needs precisely.
Endless scalability
Our dedicated engineering team of utility experts will work with you to match your power requirements – whether that’s one compact mobile substation or multiple trailers.
FAQs about Aggreko’s utility substation rental solutions
A substation is the part of an electrical system that connects circuits together and controls the flow of power. Substations are also responsible for stepping voltages up and down, matching supply to typical usage. A mobile substation is a complete trailer-mounted version of a substation, including electrical distribution equipment, switchgear, and transformers. While temporary mobile substations may handle power from the grid, generators can also be added to provide an additional source of power or backup energy.
Utilities providers – including those in renewable energy, transmission, and distribution – can use mobile substations to temporarily handle power when primary equipment is damaged, down for maintenance, or still in the construction phase. Other industries including oil and gas can also use mobile substations to handle power in remote locations.
At the most basic level, mobile substation rentals can be categorized by voltage level. The equipment that’s mounted on your trailer will determine the kind of voltage you can handle. However, what makes Aggreko mobile substation rentals unique is their endless adaptability. Whatever you need, on any scale, we can customize a substation to match – and deliver it at a moment’s notice, anywhere in the world.