FM Generator Blog

FM Generator Remembers 9/11 on the 20th Anniversary

Joining the Relief Effort and Restoring Critical Cell Phone Sites in NYC 9/11 is a time that no...

Difference Between Portable and Standby Power

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a portable generator and an automatic...

Managing Your Backup Power in a Flood Zone

Do you live or own a business in a flood zone?  

Calculating the Real Cost of Power Outages for Businesses

Three Steps Your Business Can Take to Mitigate Cost When the power goes out at home, you may...

Uninterruptible Power Supplies & Generators: Why a Business May Need Both

To understand uninterruptible power supplies, it's helpful to first think about backup...

Cape Cod Generators: Preventing a Power Outage in the Summer on the Cape

As you already know, Cape Cod is a majestic place with a rich history. It is home to some of the...

Hurricane Season Is Here: Are YOU Prepared?

It's official - the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season began this month. With an “above average”...

Home Generator Basics: FAQs & Information

Here in the Northeast, the best way to guarantee a constant supply of power is to get a clean,...

Pipeline Hack & Fuel Shortages Highlight Disaster Prep Best Practices

On Friday, May 7th, a ransomware attack at the Colonial Pipeline put a temporary stop to the...

Home Generators on Back Order: Act Now to Install in August

What’s the hottest home upgrade item on wish lists across the country this year? Pools? Outdoor...

Home Generator Remote Monitoring: Understanding Your Options

Investing in a generator for your business or your home? Make sure it’s protected and...

Capital Planning Assistance for Generators: Cities & Towns

A guide to capital planning for generator projects. Cities, towns, municipalities, boroughs,...

Backup Power for Cold Storage | Commercial Generators

With the COVID-19 vaccine distribution on the top of our minds and all over the news cycle, we...

Buying a Home Generator: Full Installation Process Explained

Here’s what happens at FM Generator in Massachusetts --- and nationwide.  The following is a...

Katolight Generator Parts, Service & Repairs

While Katolight no longer manufactures generators, businesses and organizations around the...

Preparing Your Generator for Winter: 2021 Checklist

Winter is right around the corner. Or depending on when you’re reading this, it might already...

Massachusetts Home Generator Frequently Asked Questions

When buying a standby generator, we're not so much purchasing a piece of equipment as we are...

New England 2020 Storm Preparation Discussion

What to do before the power goes out. 

Repair or Replace My Generator? A Look at End of Serviceable Life

How to know when it’s time to replace instead of repair. 

Life as a Generator Technician

This month, we want to highlight some very special and important team members – our Generator...