Does it support ATS automatic transfer / automatic start?
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- Apr 24,2026
Q: Does it support ATS automatic transfer / automatic start?
A:
Yes. Most of our generator sets, emergency power systems, and intelligent control panels support ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) functionality and automatic start as standard or optional configurations.
⚙️ How It Works
- Automatic Start: When mains utility power fails, the controller detects the outage and sends a start signal to the engine. The unit reaches rated speed and voltage within seconds (typically 5–15s, depending on model).
- ATS Automatic Transfer: Once the generator is stable, the ATS switches the load from the utility source to the generator. When mains power restores and stabilizes, the ATS transfers the load back and signals the generator to cool down and shut off automatically.
- Fully unattended: No manual intervention is required during the entire process — ideal for hospitals, data centers, telecom sites, and remote locations.
🧩 Compatibility & Configuration
- Standard configuration: Intelligent control modules (Deep Sea, SmartGen, ComAp, etc.) with auto-start logic built-in; ATS panel (motorized or contactor-based) matched to genset capacity (up to 4000A+ available).
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Optional upgrades:
- AMF (Automatic Mains Failure) panels integrated into the genset canopy
- Parallel operation / synchronization with other gensets or the grid
- Remote monitoring & SCADA integration (Modbus RTU/TCP, SNMP, IoT platforms)
- Fuel types supported: Diesel, gas, and hybrid systems.
📋 Typical Applications
- Hospitals & healthcare facilities
- Data centers & server rooms
- Telecom base stations
- Industrial plants & cold storage
- Commercial buildings & hotels
- Off-grid renewable + backup hybrid systems
⚠️ Important Notes:
- ATS capacity must match or exceed the maximum load current.
- For critical loads, we recommend closed-transition (make-before-break) ATS to avoid power interruption.
- Proper commissioning and functional testing (simulated mains failure) are essential before handover.
💡 When requesting a quotation, please specify:
- Rated power (kVA/kW)
- Single-phase or three-phase
- Required ATS current rating
- Priority loads (e.g., life safety, IT equipment)
✅ In short:
Yes, ATS automatic transfer and automatic start are fully supported. Available as standard on most models, and customizable for mission-critical applications.
Yes, ATS automatic transfer and automatic start are fully supported. Available as standard on most models, and customizable for mission-critical applications.
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