The One Component People Forget When Buying a Used Generator
                     THE ONE COMPONENT 
PEOPLE FORGET WHEN 
BUYING A USED 
GENERATOR
Time and again, customers call us at Blades Power Generation, thrilled at snagging a bargain on a pre-
owned Perkins or Cummins. They’ve done the hard part, or so they think, after weeks of hunting for a 
used workhorse that hasn't been run into the ground.
But then we ask the golden question: How do you actually plan on getting that power into your building 
safely?
Silence. Usually followed by, "Well, I thought I’d just use some heavy-duty leads?"
The Missing Link
The component everyone forgets isn't inside the engine. It’s the bridge between the machine and the 
consumer unit. If you don’t have a proper manual transfer switch generator in the UK setup, that 
expensive bargain is nothing more than a very heavy paperweight sitting on your driveway.
You can’t just wire it in and hope for the best. Without a dedicated changeover switch, you risk back-
feeding the grid. That’s a fancy way of saying you might accidentally electrocute a poor utility engineer 
working on the lines down the road.
Not exactly the good neighbour vibe you were going for, is it?
Why Manual Beats Fancy?
For most of the used units we sell at Blades Power Generation, we usually point people toward a manual 
setup. Why? Because it’s bulletproof. There are no sensitive control boards to fry when the national grid 
decides to have a wobble. It’s a physical, mechanical lever.
When the lights go out, you walk to the panel, flip the handle, and you’re back in business. It’s honest 
engineering that doesn't talk back.
WHAT IS THE TRUE COST OF USED?
We are big fans of giving a second life to a solid machine, but you have to be 
realistic. By the time you’ve paid for the transport, a full service, and the proper 
switchgear, sometimes the cheap route starts looking a bit pricey.
If you’re running a business where tinkering isn't an option, it often makes more 
sense to buy new generator in the UK instead. You get the warranty, the latest 
emissions tech, and the peace of mind that it hasn't been abused by a previous 
owner who ignored the oil changes.
Get it Right the First Time With Blades Power Generation
Whether you go for a used gem or a shiny new model, don't let the switchgear be an 
afterthought. At Blades Power Generation, we always tell our clients: get the panel 
sorted at the same time as the generator. It saves you a second delivery fee and a 
lot of swearing in the dark.
Browse our selection and find the best fit for your business. 
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