Best Ways to Protect Generators from Corrosion
The most effective way to protect generators from corrosion is applying industrial-grade protective coatings to exposed metal components, combined with proper enclosure and maintenance strategies.
What Needs Protection
Radiators
Housings
Bases / Base rails
Internal metal components
Generac states on their website:
“.. within 100 miles of the coast can be subjected to saltwater in the environment which over time can potentially cause corrosion.”
Top Methods
Washing and Waxing Regularly - Time consuming
Using Weather Covers - Unsafe fire hazard and should NEVER be used
Building Expensive Enclosures - Potential to overheat in hot climates
Specialize Protective Coatings - Only an occasional rinse needed
Industries
• Data Centers • Telecom • Healthcare
Residential • Schools • Food Storage
Any where that back up generators are used !