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Reliable 20kVA Diesel Generator for Café Power Needs

Project Overview: Delivering Power Solutions to a Busy Café

In June 2024, Target Power successfully delivered a custom TB22 20kVA single-phase diesel generator to the Tilgate Lakeside Café, located in West Sussex. The café was in urgent need of a reliable power source that could handle their growing demand for electricity, particularly for critical systems such as kitchen appliances, refrigeration units, security cameras, and lighting. Their existing Honda generator was no longer sufficient, especially with the busy summer season approaching.

The café required a cost-effective solution with a quick turnaround. Target Power was tasked with not only delivering the diesel generator but also ensuring that the product would be operational before the start of the peak season, where downtime would directly impact revenue.

Project Details:

Company Name:

Tilgate Lakeside Café, located in West Sussex, is a bustling lakeside café that caters to tourists and locals alike. Their busiest time is during the summer months when foot traffic peaks, making reliable power essential to support their daily operations.
 

Products Included:

The café received a custom-built TB22 20kVA single-phase diesel generator. This generator was equipped with a Baudouin engine and a Target alternator, both known for their cost-effectiveness and durability. Designed for commercial applications, the generator features high-quality components that ensure optimal performance in a busy kitchen setting. The product also included single-phase sockets to meet the café’s operational requirements, powering everything from kitchen appliances to lighting and security systems.
 

Application:


The TB22 diesel generator was installed to provide uninterrupted power to the café’s critical systems, including:
 
  • Kitchen appliances (cookers, grills, and refrigeration units)
  • Lighting (both indoor and outdoor)
  • Security cameras and alarm systems
  • Point of Sale (POS) systems for efficient transaction processing
 
With the café’s daily operations dependent on these electrical systems, a reliable and robust power source was essential. The new generator ensured that the café could continue operating even during local power outages, which can be common in more remote areas.
 

Challenges Overcome:


Several challenges were successfully addressed during this project:

Budget Constraints:

The café required a solution that was not only powerful enough to meet their growing electrical needs but also cost-effective. The combination of the Baudouin engine and the Target alternatorprovided a balance between performance and affordability. Additionally, the generator’s fuel efficiency helped reduce operational costs, which was a key concern for the customer.
 

Urgent Deadline:

As the café’s busiest season was just around the corner, Target Power had to ensure delivery and installation within a tight timeframe. The generator was built to order and completed within 4-5 weeks, ensuring it was installed in time for the café to meet the increased summer demand.
 

Technical Support Needs:

The customer required ongoing support to manage the technical setup of the generator’s control panel. Target Power provided remote assistance over the phone, helping the customer understand the system and ensuring they could operate the generator efficiently.
 

Why This Product Was Selected:


After reviewing multiple options, the café chose the TB22 diesel generator for several key reasons:
 
Cost Efficiency: The Baudouin 4M06G25 engine is known for its economic fuel consumption, which keeps long-term operational costs low.
 
Long Warranty: A lengthy warranty was a deciding factor, as the customer needed peace of mind regarding potential maintenance or repair issues over time.
 
Power Output: The 20kVA capacity was perfectly suited to meet the café’s growing power requirements, ensuring that essential systems could run smoothly without risking overloading or failure.
 

Services Provided:
 Target Power delivered a comprehensive solution that went beyond just supplying the generator:

Generator Supply and Custom Build: The generator was designed and built to order, incorporating the Baudouin 4M06G25 engine and Target alternator to meet the café’s specifications.

Delivery to Site: Delivered directly to the café, the generator arrived on schedule, avoiding any disruptions to the café’s operations.

Technical Support: Post-delivery, the café was provided with remote technical assistance to help them configure the generator and control panel, ensuring seamless integration into their existing systems.

Project Duration:
 From initial consultation to delivery, the project was completed within 4-5 weeks, aligning with the café’s operational deadlines. The custom build required precise coordination, especially to avoid delays during the busy summer period. Despite potential setbacks in supply chain and logistics, the generator was ready on time, allowing the café to meet its peak operational needs.

Overcoming Challenges: Budget-Friendly Yet Efficient Solution
The café required a generator that could handle their operational load while staying within a tight budget. The Baudouin engine, known for its cost-effectiveness and fuel efficiency, paired with the Target alternator, offered a perfect solution without sacrificing power. We also ensured timely delivery, aligning with the customer’s busiest time of year.

How We Mitigated Delays:

Preemptive Scheduling: We worked closely with our supply chain partners to ensure the key components, such as the Baudouin engine, arrived well within the production timeline.

Client Communication: We maintained ongoing communication with the café, providing updates on the build progress and expected delivery dates. This allowed the client to plan effectively and have contingency measures in place.

Streamlined Assembly: Given that the generator was built to order, our team focused on optimizing the assembly process by reducing downtime between phases of the build, ensuring efficient completion.

Quick Delivery Logistics: We ensured that the diesel generator was promptly delivered using our own Target Power vehicle, which allowed for greater flexibility and control over transportation schedules.
Despite the tight deadlines, the generator was delivered on time, ensuring that the café could meet the demands of their busy summer season.

Why the TB22 Generator Was the Perfect Choice

The TB22 single-phase diesel generator was selected not only for its cost-effectiveness but also for its reliability in meeting the café’s specific power requirements. Powered by the Baudouin engine and equipped with a Target alternator, this generator was well-suited for handling continuous loads such as cookers, fridges, and lighting systems.

Key benefits of the TB22 generator:

High Performance for Commercial Use: Despite its compact size, the TB22 generator is built to handle high loads, making it ideal for commercial kitchens and other off-grid applications.

Fuel Efficiency: The Baudouin engine is known for its economical fuel consumption, providing long-lasting performance while keeping operational costs low.

Warranty for Peace of Mind: To meet the café’s need for long-term reliability, the generator came with a comprehensive warranty, ensuring reduced maintenance costs and security over time.

Project Conclusion: Timely Delivery and Customer Satisfaction

From initial consultation to final delivery, this project was completed within the agreed-upon timeline of 4-5 weeks. The café’s busy summer season began with a reliable and efficient power source in place, ensuring that all operations—from the kitchen to security—could run smoothly without interruption.

Target Power’s ability to provide a custom-built diesel generator, while managing potential project delays and staying within budget, ensured the success of this installation. The café now enjoys consistent, uninterrupted power, allowing them to focus on what they do best—serving their customers.

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