Application guide
Generators for Agriculture
For agriculture, a portable diesel generator (6-8kVA) with a long-run tank powers irrigation pumps and field work, while a standby generator with ATS protects cold storage during outages. Welder-generator combos suit farm workshops. Hanson Hire delivers and refuels across Victoria.
Agricultural operations need portable power for irrigation, workshops and cold storage backup. Hanson Hire supplies portable diesel, standby and welder-generator combos for farms across Victoria.
Generators for Agriculture
Farms, orchards and agricultural operations need reliable power in remote paddocks and sheds where grid power doesn't reach. Portable diesel generators power irrigation pumps, workshops, cold storage and field operations.
What Agriculture Needs
- —Portable diesel generators for irrigation pumping and field work
- —Long-run tanks for extended unattended operation
- —Standby generators for cold storage and processing sheds
- —PTO and welder-generator combos for multi-purpose farm use
- —Diesel refueling delivered to rural properties
Powering Irrigation Pumps
Remote irrigation pumps often run far from grid power. A portable diesel generator with a long-run tank can power pumps for hours without refueling, keeping crops watered through dry periods. Size the generator to the pump's running watts plus starting surge — typically 2-3x running watts for motor starting.
Cold Storage and Processing Backup
Agricultural produce needs continuous cold storage. A standby generator with ATS ensures that cold rooms and processing facilities keep running during grid outages, protecting valuable produce from spoilage.
Welder-Generator Combos for Farm Workshops
A welder-generator combo provides both power tools and DC welding output from one unit — ideal for farm workshops where repairs and fabrication happen on-site.
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Application FAQ
Common questions
01What generator do I need to run an irrigation pump?+
Size the generator to the pump's running watts plus 2-3x for motor starting surge. A 6-8kVA portable diesel with a long-run tank typically suits most irrigation pumps. Contact us with your pump specs for a recommendation.
02Can you deliver diesel to my farm?+
Yes. We deliver final-filtered bulk diesel to rural properties across Victoria, with deliveries over 1,000 litres available for extended operation.
03Do you offer welder-generators for farm workshops?+
Yes. We supply Genelite welder-generator combos that provide both power tool output and DC welding current from one unit, ideal for farm workshops and remote repairs.
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