Every site is up against a range of demands, from budgets to deadlines, environmental limits to productivity targets. That’s why you need to get the very best out of your BESS hybrid battery generator.

In this article, we’ll show you how choosing the right BESS selection, set-up, monitoring and management can help you cut your operating costs and reduce your emissions, while still delivering dependable power around the clock.

BESS are already brilliant at site energy management, and with just a few small tweaks here and there, they can be even better.

Choosing the Right Equipment

Choosing the right size BESS and associated generators is the first and most important step in setting up your hybrid battery generator. Too small and the system will struggle to deliver the power you need, especially at peak demand. Too large and you risk wasting money on capacity you simply don’t need, with generators idling or running at inefficient levels, wasting fuel. The Think Hire team will be happy to advise you on the optimum BESS and generator combination to meet your energy requirements efficiently and cost-effectively

Siting Your Hybrid Battery Generator

As well as choosing a solid standing and a secure location for your BESS, there are a number of other factors to consider when siting your BESS. You need to choose a location that is:

• Close to primary power demands to limit voltage loss in long cables 

• Well-ventilated with limited weather exposure, so the unit does not have to deal with extremes of temperature

• Optimal for renewable energy generation, for example keeping solar generators out of shaded areas

The Think Hire delivery team are highly experienced and will be pleased to advise you on the ideal location for your BESS.

How to Run Your Hybrid Battery Generator More Efficiently

Once you’ve selected and sited your BESS hybrid battery generator, it’s crucial that you manage how you use it. You can make your BESS much more efficient by:

• Avoiding underloading/overloading – manage power demands to ensure that your generator is always running at its most efficient, and that you get the maximum benefit from renewable energy. 

• Task staggering – stagger energy-intensive tasks through the day where possible to spread demand 

• Use peak shaving and load sharing – apply smart energy management to reduce the overall power required from your battery and generators.

• Manage battery charging – run your generator at peak efficiency (around 70%-80%) to charge the battery, then shut it off. This avoids idling or inefficient running. 

State of the Art Energy Management as Standard

You can’t manage what you don’t measure. That’s why all Think Hire BESS units have automatic energy management systems included as standard, such as our industry leading Think Energy Panorama. On-the-ball energy management means you can optimise charging and energy use 24/7 and make sure you get the best from your BESS by:

• Monitoring and managing your energy use in real time

• Delivering data remotely to whoever needs it, wherever they are

• Recording energy consumption patterns 

• Identifying energy-intensive equipment and practices

• Making fully informed, data-driven decisions

Our energy management systems are also monitored by our expert team, who will help you fine tune your system by suggesting improvements based on best practice from across the industry.

State of the Art Energy Management as Standard

A BESS hybrid battery generator is more than just a big battery; it is an integrated energy delivery system. It needs to be selected, sited and operated with care if you want to enjoy all the potential benefits and savings to the full. 

By choosing the right BESS capacity, generator size and renewable generation, and combining these with smart load management and energy monitoring, you can achieve more with less, cutting operating costs and reducing emissions without ever compromising on power.

To find out how to get more from your hybrid battery generator, talk to the team at Think Hire today. We’ll be happy to show you how to get the best from your BESS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a BESS hybrid battery generator save fuel?

A hybrid battery generator saves fuel by reducing the runtime for traditional generators. Energy storage allows generators to be run more efficiently for shorter periods. They also store renewable energy for later use, so generators are not required overnight.

How much can I save on fuel with a hybrid battery generator?

Think Hire customers report savings of around 60%-80% on generator fuel when using a BESS hybrid battery generator system. Savings can be even higher where renewable energy is used.

 

Where should I site my hybrid battery generator?

You should site your hybrid battery generator in a secure location, on level, stable ground as close to your main power load as possible to prevent cable voltage drops. Ensure the area has good ventilation to prevent overheating and is not exposed to extremes of heat or cold.

Can I monitor my site energy use remotely?

Yes. BESS hybrid battery generators from Think Hire come with advanced remote telemetry as standard. This allows nominated staff to track power usage, monitor battery levels and view carbon savings in real-time from any location and make fully informed, data-driven decisions on energy management.