As extreme weather incidents increase, so do electrical failures. A recent report from Climate Central found that 83% of power outages were caused by weather-related events from 2000 to 2021. This includes wildfires, hurricanes, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods, and many other devastating conditions. Unfortunately, these catastrophic events are not one-off incidents—severe weather will only
It’s difficult to overstate the importance of heat safety awareness. According to data tracked by the CDC, there were over 1,700 heat-related deaths in 2022. And while those with mental illness and chronic conditions are at the highest level of risk, the same data shows that “more than one in five heat-related deaths occur in Americans aged 15 to 44.” Put another way, extreme heat “kills more peop
Choosing the right portable generator can feel overwhelming, with so many styles, features, fuel types, and power ratings to consider. Whether you are powering an RV, your home during an outage, or tools on a job site, it’s important to understand your specific needs. We want to make the process of sizing and selecting a portable generator as simple and straightforward as possible, with s
For more than 100 years, Cummins Inc. has been dedicated to making people’s lives better by powering a more prosperous world. As a company, we seek to be customer-driven, innovative, responsible, and trustworthy so that we can truly make a difference now and in the future. But exactly what does Cummins do? At a high level, we create power solutions. You’ll find Cummins products and solutions fo
There are several great reasons why you might be considering a standby generator for your home or small business. In the event of a power outage (caused by severe weather, for example), having a standby generator helps ensure ongoing safety and comfort. And in the case of a business, the ability to reduce downtime and maintain operations is a significant advantage. Standby generators—also known
Emergency preparedness is an essential part of life for everyone. For homeowners, there’s also the added concern of preparing the place you call “home.” Natural disasters can strike at any time, and depending on where you live, some disasters—like hurricanes—are more frequent than others. And you shouldn’t wait until a bad turn of weather to form a plan. There are some key steps you can take right
New Mexico Solar Professionals, LLC (NM Solar Pro) was established in New Mexico in 2016. This company is uniquely positioned in the energy generation market, offering solar design and installation, as well as integration of other electric generation including natural gas (NG) and propane (LP) generators. Founders Albert and Elaine Silva joined the Cummins Home and Small Business Dealer Networ
When a freak winter storm struck Texas in February 2021, the state’s power grid couldn’t handle it. Nearly five million people suddenly found themselves without electricity in freezing temperatures, causing a humanitarian crisis. The worst power outage in Texas’ history was a wake-up call. Winter power outages can be serious even if you live in a typically warm climate. Here are
Heat waves that cause excessive demand for electricity…droughts that make hydropower less available…power grids near active wildfires shut down for safety…aging, overstressed power grids…high winds that snap powerlines…these are all reasons why some parts of the country may face planned power outages this year. If you live in an area prone to rolling blackouts, here are some tips to help
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has partnered with A&A Genpro Inc., a Houston-based provider of premier generator services, to give back to the community by gifting a home standby generator to a local resident. A&A Genpro Inc. installed a Cummins home standby generator free of charge at the family home of Houston native and 102-year-old World War II Veteran Ray Robinson. “Our mission is
Recently Cummins Marketing Manager Hollin Bolden connected with Tom Gerstner, President of Anderson Water, Power and Air, a Cummins Home and Small Business Power Generation Dealer, to hear how they have found growth despite market challenges. Q. Tell me a little bit about your business? Anderson Water Power & Air was initially founded in 1954 as a home improvement business bu
This article was authored by Jared Godwin, Cummins dealer at Lawson & Lawson Electrical Services If you live in one of the states bordering the Gulf of Mexico or in another coastal area, you know that hurricane season begins June 1. What you may not know is how to make sure your whole-home home standby generator is ready for any of those storms that may come your way. Here are five hurrican