SDMO - Generating lots of Interest with New Products
I am always slightly in awe of the generators market because it makes me think again at just how useful it is to have an independent device able to make electricity. Whether it is at the scene of a natural disaster or just at the local fair, there are generators for every need - and whatever the scenario SDMO seems to have the ideal generating solution.
on and enjoy the TV in the caravan without upsetting the neighbours. A step up is the Inverter Pro 3000 E
that is aimed at more demanding users who just need more power - so think about "professional" caravaners or narrowboat dwellers. The Pro 3000 E is heavy at 68 Kgs so it needs the 4 wheels to help move it about. The handles at each end are well-designed to allow four-handed lifting and the front wheels are braked to lock it in place once settled. The electric start on this gen set makes for an improved user experience and with a run time of over 8 hours at 3/4 load you won't be constantly attending to it. Again, it is seriously quiet motor and with two waterproof CEE sockets and a 12v DC socket you will be able to run several devices safely. A relative monster in comparison, is
the Diesel 6000 E Silence. I was a little apprehensive approaching such a large
running there was no need to raise my voice to hold a conversation. There is evidence of dense foam sound insulation all round the casing so noise nuisance shouldn't be an issue. There are two main doors to provide the necessary access to the inner workings. The top is hinged (with a neat hole in it to allow the crane lifting hook to protrude) and stayed, so you have access to the battery and the top of the motor. On one side is a small latched door that provides access to all the daily maintenance functions like oil level checks, oil drainer, fuel and air filters and spark plug. A One-Stop Maintenance Option effectively.
Independent Review by Peter Brett
The British Summer weather
managed to supply an unexpected test of the 6000's weather protection by raining hard just as we were putting through its paces. The SDMO Blue paintwork and seals repelled all water and nothing got through to the important bits. Clearly, this is an important and ongoing feature necessary in a machine that will spend most of its working life outside. As an overall package it is clear that
I was sent three new SDMO
products to look at:- in size order, the Inverter Pro 2000, the Inverter Pro3000 E and the rather larger Diesel 6000 E Silence. Each one has its market niche and
allows careful consumers to choose the machine that most suits their requirements. The inverter Pro 2000 is smaller
than a holiday suitcase and is almost as easy to carry. Aimed at users who don't need vast amounts of power but who value the versatility of portable power on tap, it has only one 240v outlet socket and a 12 volt outlet suitable for charging some portable devices. Using the inverter technology this generator has a reliable and steady current supply that enables laptops to be used without danger of interruption. The outer casing of this machine is modern and slick looking but is completely weather proof. Best of all for the target users, this Yamaha engine machine is VERY quiet at a mere 51dB A, so you can get
machine since I rarely use big generators, but I need not have been worried - the user experience is about as straightforward as it could possibly be.
Once off the delivery pallet, I used
the large foldable movement handle to manoeuvre it into a flat surface. This was surprisingly and unexpectedly easy, because it weighs 198 Kgs and yet I was able to do it single-handed. The metal-hubbed wheels are large and strong so that helps. Starting the diesel engine from out
of the box meant attaching the battery and putting in fuel and oil and then simply turning the ignition key. An automated process then begins and when the coils are ready the motor sprang to life instantly. Pretty impressive in a machine that had literally been taken out of the box a few minutes earlier. With all the service and access
doors closed this diesel is nearly whisper quiet. (60 dB(A) at 7m) Standing right next to it with the engine
36 ToolBUSINESS+HIRE On the handle side is the Modys
control panel and the array of current outlets. These include a 115v 16A outlet, a 115v 32A outlet a 230v 16A plug and a 32A plug - flexible enough for all kinds of worksite functions. There is also the facility to have a remote start option via the built-in socket and a handy hour counter to monitor running times. Running alongside the control panel
is the external diesel filler and fuel tank. This has a visual sighter on it so the fuel level can be monitored at a glance. When it comes to other features
the Diesel 6000 E is quite a flexible unit. For example, it has a built in earthing facility in case it is needed, despite it being a portable machine. It is also possible for the wheelset to be removed and the rubberized anti- vibration set (provided) to be bolted on, making the gen set effectively a static machine. Since it is fully bunded and sealed against oil leakage there should be no quibbles from Site Health and Safety Managers.
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the Diesel 6000 E has all the features needed for a medium-sized building site or outdoor event. It is readily portable and movable and is relatively compact and quiet. It is also amazingly easy to use and maintain on a daily basis with a few extra features like being fully bunded, that enable it to be flexibly used in a variety of applications. The Diesel 6000 has an impressive
spec including a Kohler KD440 engine, a run time of over 18 hours and a fully electronic Modys control panel. Considering the power outlet
options available, the Diesel 6000 E is quite compact too. Another considerable plus is the Three Year Warranty and also the fact that it is an SDMO machine. In my experience three year warranties only come with machines in which the manufacturers are fully confident.
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