Venezuela Packing Plant Generators

Two Caterpillar 1100 kW generators shipped to Venezuela to provide standby power for a meat processing plant. The generators are powered by a Caterpillar 3512 engine. These generators have less than 650 operational hours and were manufactured in 1992.

These late model low hour generators feature:

• Engine, generator, cooling system and control system assembled onto a skid for complete package.
• Popular V-12 configuration with engine fueling controlled by a Woodward governor.
• Digital control panel that integrates engine and generator operational with power needs.
• Safety shutdown stops generator in the event of critical failure.
• Block heater addition for cold weather starting.
• Produces 480 V, 60 (Hz), 3-phase AC rated to 1654 amps.

The generators are in exceptional condition with many hours of service remaining. Purchasing a used generator is more affordable and typically a quicker turnaround vs. buying a new unit. All our generators are tested to specifications prior to sales.

Venezuela Meat Processing Plant

In a meat processing plant, cows, pigs or chickens are delivered from a farm to be processed. Venezuelan plants often process more than one type of animal.

Once an animal is slaughtered, it is stored in a room with a controlled environment for refrigeration. After the meat has cooled and reached a desired temperature, the meat is processed and prepared for shipment.
 
Keeping meat, dairy or any food at the proper temperature during and after processing is most important. Once the temperature exceeds predetermined setpoints, it must be discarded.

Consumption of these items can cause serious health issues. This elevates the need for a constant power supply that has redundancy in the case of power failures. Without a standby generator, when power is lost, the product will spoil.

Venezuela is officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. It is the sixth largest country in South America. This country is incredibly rich in natural resources.

The Venezuelan Agricultural Health Service (SASA) and Ministry of Health oversee meat processing and inspection. They work with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) meat processing system for imports. This indicates rigid regulations in the processing and receipt of meat products.

Our client had a representative in Florida. They arrived at our facility and inspected the genset. An independent review was also conducted by a third party. Part of the review included load testing. The unit passed all inspections.

Demand for low-hour, well-maintained generators has increased. Foreign countries purchase these reliable generators for standby and prime power applications. Companies now budget for generators and purchase as the budget allows.

We supply all sizes and makes of generators for domestic and foreign markets. Once a generator is selected, our team can quickly have it ready for shipment.

For a complete list of all generators, visit our Generator inventory page here or contact our staff at (877) 866-6895.

Story Summary

Why were these generators chosen for the Venezuela meat packing plant?
The Caterpillar 3512 generators were selected for their reliability, low hours, and cost-effectiveness compared to new units.

What is the power output range of the Caterpillar 3512?
The Caterpillar 3512 diesel generator set can produce power ranging from 890 to 1250 kW at 60 Hz.

How does standby power benefit meat processing plants?
Standby power ensures continuous operation during outages, maintaining proper temperature control and preventing inventory loss and potential health hazards.

What testing was performed before shipping the unit?
The generators underwent load testing and a 31-point inspection by Generator Source. The client representative and an independent third party also ran tests on the unit.


 

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