{"id":19023,"date":"2020-01-16T10:04:13","date_gmt":"2020-01-16T08:04:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/?p=19023"},"modified":"2023-02-14T13:23:03","modified_gmt":"2023-02-14T11:23:03","slug":"sophisticated-hybrid-generators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/16\/sophisticated-hybrid-generators\/","title":{"rendered":"Sophisticated Hybrid Generators"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rune Eilertsen, Managing Director of Hybridgenerator ApS in Denmark, certainly knows how to grasp a good idea and implement it.<\/p>\n<p>Whilst many companies use Victron Energy Inverter\/Chargers supplied by battery systems to provide power during low load diesel generator periods, when not running at more engine and environmentally friendly full generator loads &#8211; Rune decided there was a better way to do things.<\/p>\n<p>The result is a range of sophisticated Hybrid Generators that flips things on their head &#8211; by using inverter power as the primary high power source, together with a smaller supplementary diesel generator. In fact, in many units inverter power is all that is required.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19029\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/inverters-chargers\/quattro\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19029\" class=\"wp-image-19029 size-blogpost-single\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591-750x403.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591-750x403.png 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591-1024x550.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Quattros_122327591.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19029\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Serious portable trailer power &#8211; 9 x 48V, 10000VA Victron Energy Quattros. 5 on one side, 4 on the other. Click image to learn more about Quattros.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Key differences<\/h3>\n<p>When compared to most hybrid-generators Rune&#8217;s systems are lighter and more cost effective, due to the factors below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>System replaces a 120 to 150 kVA genset<\/li>\n<li>Trailer mounted, towable with a pickup truck<\/li>\n<li>All within a 3500kg towing weight, including 750 litres of diesel onboard<\/li>\n<li>Better power to weight<\/li>\n<li>Superior power output quality<\/li>\n<li>Optimised battery system for heavy use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_19041\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19041\" class=\"wp-image-19041 size-blogpost-single\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412-750x525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412-750x525.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Small-Generator_122329412.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19041\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Small generator, big battery\/inverter power<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Benefits of primary Inverter power use<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19038\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19038\" class=\"wp-image-19038 size-blogpost-single\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671-750x459.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671-750x459.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671-768x470.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671-1024x626.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Portable-Power_122328671.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Portable Power<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Particularly when considering onshore wind turbine installation and commissioning, there are attractive benefits and cost savings compared to using just a standalone generator.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In Summer, fuel burn is reduced by up to 75%<\/li>\n<li>Generator servicing, reduced by up to 80%<\/li>\n<li>Simple logistics, tow to site<\/li>\n<li>Less generator fuel refills<\/li>\n<li>Longer system lifespan<\/li>\n<li>No damage from unstable diesel generator power when commissioning turbines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_19036\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19036\" class=\"wp-image-19036 size-blogpost-single\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379-750x390.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379-750x390.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379-768x399.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379-1024x532.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Turbine_122328379.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19036\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hybrid Generator built into a trailer, along with tow vehicle and service vehicle at an onshore wind turbine installation.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Harsh environment operation<\/h3>\n<p>Hybridgenerator ApS designed their products from the outset to be rugged and suitable for harsh environments, such as Arctic weather conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Key example reasons why the units have been well received in the harsh environment market:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rugged &#8211; even with 8 fast charges per day, the system and batteries will not overheat.<\/li>\n<li>Cold weather &#8211; the battery system holds itself in a warm state when used in the winter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-blogpost-single wp-image-19050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637-750x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637-750x563.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/Winter_122332637.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>The future<\/h3>\n<p>Hybridgenerator ApS are currently working on a battery system that can have\u00a0 25-30 thousand charges, together with a 10 year warranty.<\/p>\n<p>Shortly they will also implement Stage V Generation, to reduce soot and particle emissions. This, when compared to just using a generator at low load for long periods, will greatly assist the onshore wind turbine industry &#8211; as when using a hybrid instead, its the ideal combination for low and high load operations.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>Having worked in the wind turbine industry myself and seen the huge generators that are transported about, I can see clear advantages to using a hybrid system.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re delighted to see Rune using Victron Energy products to help him achieve his business goals.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/2015\/04\/10\/victron-energy-people-who-is-niels-kaarill\/\" target=\"_blank\">Niels Kaarill<\/a>, Victron Energy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/contact#Sales_Manager_Denmark_Finland_Iceland_and_Norway\" target=\"_blank\">Sales Manager for Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway<\/a>, for the heads up on Hybridgenerator ApS.<\/p>\n<p>John Rushworth<\/p>\n<h5>Contact<\/h5>\n<p>Rune Eilertsen<br \/>\nHybridgenerator ApS<br \/>\nPhone &#8211; +45 3163590<br \/>\nFacebook &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hybridgenerator\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hybridgenerator\/<\/a><br \/>\nWebsite &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hybridgenerator.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.hybridgenerator.eu\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/\/www.facebook.com\/hybridgenerator\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19051 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/HybridGenerator_122332658-300x121.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/HybridGenerator_122332658-300x121.png 300w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/HybridGenerator_122332658-750x302.png 750w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/HybridGenerator_122332658-768x309.png 768w, https:\/\/www.victronenergy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/01\/HybridGenerator_122332658.png 852w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rune Eilertsen, Managing Director of Hybridgenerator ApS in Denmark, certainly knows how to grasp a good idea and implement it. 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