Engines

Use the right engines to power your business ahead of the competition
By Ann Lette From the invention of the first steam engine, businesses have relied on engines to build and move products or to power the product itself. Engines small and large drive commerce and connect a modern world like never before. The diesel engine powers trucks, trains and ships that deliver the products and parts we use every day. Small engines mow our yards and power the machinery that lights a construction job.

Matching the right engine to a given application takes a basic knowledge of variables in engine output and design. Lightweight engines can power hand-held tools, compressors and small generators. A custom-built, industrial engine can power a hospital, run factories or propel a cruise ship. Whatever your business needs, there is an engine for the job. When looking for engines keep these things in mind:

1. Invest in diesel engines, saving money with lower maintenance costs.

2. Use marine engines for jobs on or near water.

3. Get rebuilt or used industrial engines to save money when power counts.

Get a diesel engine for long life and tough jobs

Diesel engines are renowned for their long, reliable life cycle. Using them in big rigs is just the beginning of their potential uses. Marine engines powered by diesel are common because of their extraordinary durability under heavy loads. Small diesel engines to power light-duty equipment on construction sites or anywhere mobile engines are required, save money with better fuel economy and less maintenance. Diesel engines burn fuel more efficiently and at a higher compression. With no ignition system to replace, diesel engines never require a tune up and keep running far longer than their gasoline cousins.
Try:  Hear what sets Detroit Diesel Corporation apart with innovative technologies in medium and heavy duty diesel engine production. HATZ DIESEL builds and distributes small application diesel engines from 5 to 25 horse power. Used to power generators, lawn equipment and hand-held applications, these engines provide years of problem free power. Locate the distributor near you.

Keep your business afloat with reliable marine engines

Massive ships use marine diesel engines to power their way across the oceans of the world. Counting on the engines to keep you moving isn't an option, it's a requirement for any marine application. Marine engines are not just for powering boats though, engines that operate close to water, such as offshore drilling applications, can be cooled by the water that surrounds them.
Try:  Perkins Engines Company, LTD provides detailed CAD drawings to ensure easy installation of their world-renowned heavy application marine engines. Building outboard, inboard and jet marine engines for generations, Mercury Marine has the right engine for any small and medium marine needs. With service and parts suppliers across the country keeping the business up and running on the water is easy.

Contemplate used engines when budget is a priority

Remanufactured engines and the used engine market makes financial sense when purchasing new equipment. Rebuilt engines undergo careful testing before going up for sale and offer the performance of a new engine. Heavy-duty engine applications are especially good buys because of their built-in durability. Getting more engine for your money makes sense in the long-run and gives a new or small company bigger buying power.
Try:  ARSCO maintains a large inventory of heavy-duty rebuilt, used and ready to rebuild motors. Swapping out that old engine is easy with their picture and model-matching tool. For truly massive engine needs, Diesel Service & Supply, Inc. offers new, used and rebuilt generators, gasoline and diesel engines from every major manufacturer and delivers anywhere in the country.

• Manufacturers with service and support across the country provide faster parts and service. Verify the engine you buy has a local dealer to provide support when it counts.