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Switch to alternative power for eco-conscious environs Generators provide a stable and secure source of energy for ongoing infrastructure development ■■ Farhana Chowdhury
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he UAE is at the forefront of development, where it has transformed from a humble lifestyle centred on fishing and pearl diving, to a bustling metropolitan hub that attracts thousands of businesses and tourists from the world over, all in a span of 45 years. The dynamic growth of the country is leading the rise in demand for state-of-the-art generators, which have been supporting various sectors, including construction activities, development of infrastructure, as well as setting establishments such as hotels, business hubs and industries in motion. Generators provide the correct amount of energy to drive mechanics and other devices to operate at their optimum performance. Keeping the power output in mind, there are a number of manufacturers, suppliers and distributors in the UAE that offer quality generators, promising long-lasting service and reliability. FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE, for in-
$309.9 million
stance, offers stable power supply along with zero risk of power outrage, a fruitful venture in the modern world where connectivity is an absolute necessity. Jengan LLC too has teamed up with Mitsubishi to offer alternative source of power for electricity generation in the country, besides offering Yanmae and Perkins engines. To date, diesel generators are sought-after for its reliable features, with the market primarily driven by cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi. According to 6Wresearch, the UAE diesel genset (which is a combination of diesel engine and an electric generator) market is projected to touch $309.9 million by 2022. This is further propelled by the upcoming Dubai World Expo 2020. However, with a vision to transition into a greener, smarter nation, the UAE is looking to adopt solar generators, which are cost-
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effective and powered by its abundant sunshine. As demand for power supply grows, various companies are coming up with hybrid solar-diesel solutions to offer clients longterm savings. When compared, mobile solar units at project sites can cut fuel consumption by 30 to 40 per cent, out of the Dh3 million worth of fuel required to produce one megawatt of electricity. The UAE is also looking at other ways to secure power and hydroelectric power generation through renewable sources of energy, which could bring about a new set of investments and job creation, as well as a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The country is expected to produce around 24 per cent of its electricity from clean sources by the year 2021. According to the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy for 2030, presented by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, energy sources would further be diversified, with a reduction in demand by 30 per cent by the year 2030. — farhana@khaleejtimes.com
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Less fuel consumed when using mobile solar units on sites
Worth of fuel per one megawatt of electricity saved by switching to solar generators
Projected value of diesel genset market in the UAE by 2022
» FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE
Delivering quality and reliable power The company has played an active role in installing and delivering complex power projects The Gulf region has changed a lot over the last 40 years, rapidly becoming a powerhouse for business and a focal point for innovation. As the region has grown in prosperity, generator set brand FG Wilson has been playing an active role in that progress by supplying, installing and continually delivering successful and complex power projects. FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE has represented FG Wilson in the region since 1991, and is based in Jebel Ali Free Zone. As the region has progressed, so has the company, expanding from three employees in 1991 to a team of 103 highly technical and professional staff today. Since its inception, the company has installed almost 60,000 generator sets around the region. Alok Rawat, Chief Executive at FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE, said: “Today in the Middle East, the power supply is stable, but what is needed is quality power with zero risk of power outage. As the world has become more digital, the risks or costs of power outages, and going offline have become huge, and now businesses are taking a stronger interest in protecting their power supply by installing quickstart and reliable FG Wilson generator sets.” The FG Wilson product range offers power from
Ann Brown, Managing Director at FG Wilson presents Alok Rawat, Chief Executive of FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE, with a plaque commemorating 25 years as a dealer. 6.8 to 2,500 kVA and the firm carries up to 600 units in stock for rapid delivery. While some customers walk in and drive away with a generator set, for others it is a major project, and this is one area that Rawat has focused on. He said: “From day one, we have been involved in large projects, working with consultants on load requirements, and other aspects. We have a dedicated technical engineering team and this is what they do. Our long working relationship with the FG Wilson team in the U.K. means we can call on their expertise. We are one of the very few companies in the region that has a helpline, which is staffed 24/7 and a service team that operates 24/7.”
» Jengan LLC
Prominent power supplier The company has an annual production capacity of over 2,000 generators
Jengan LLC is a 55-year-old, 100 per cent UAE national owned company. It is a member of the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation and is a Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid SME company. The company has
shown remarkable progress every year in the UAE power generation business and has contributed to the growth of the country’s economy and provided an alternative power source for the tremendously increasing demand of electricity in the UAE in a great way. Over the years, the demand for electricity has increased tremendously due to the rising public and private infrastructure and growing population. In 2015, the gen-set business totalled $185 million (Dh679 million), according to data from growth praxis market survey. Furthermore, Expo 2020 is expected to create more demand in electricity in the coming years too. Jengan is ready to meet the growing demand with its state-ofthe-art factory in Fujairah, one of the largest of its kind in the Gulf region with an annual production capacity of over 2,000 generators covering a range of 5KVA – 2500KVA using Yanmar, Perkins and Mitsubishi engines. The company added another feather to its cap, with its recent business collaboration with Japanese global giant M/s Mitsubishi to serve the UAE power generation business segment. “I am very delighted about this new business co-operation with Mitsubishi, as it will undoubtedly help in complementing the existing range of Jengan-branded UAE assembled generators. It is also an important strategic step towards the owner’s vision of being a prominent supplier in the Middle East region,” says Rajesh Kumar, General Manager, Jengan LLC.
Power for Progress
Since the mid 1970s, FG Wilson generator sets have been a driving force behind the Gulf region’s growth and prosperity. Today our products are hard at work in many of the region’s most prestigious buildings, quietly guaranteeing electric power. For three decades, FG Wilson products in the Gulf have been distributed by FG Wilson Engineering FZE, based in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai. We carry a wide range of generator sets from 10 kVA to over 2000 kVA, fully supported 24/7 and backed up by rapid parts delivery and a single point of contact for all warranty. Our team offer a complete service from analysing load requirements, determining power needs, to installation and commissioning.
The company has shown remarkable progress every year in the UAE power generation business and has contributed to the growth of the country’s economy and provided an alternative power source for the tremendously increasing demand of electricity in the UAE in a great way.
See us at Project Qatar, Stand No. D-107 from 8th to 11th May or contact: FG Wilson (Engineering) FZE P.O.Box 16751, Dubai, U.A.E T: +9714 8035100 E: generators@fgwilson.ae www.fgwilson.ae
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