Requirements for generator sets to be transported into containers

What is a containerised generator set?

On a regular basis, containerised generator sets (CGS) are placed on board ships to provide replacement power in case of a damage to one of the ship's generator sets, or additional power, e.g. to provide power to extra deck equipment or reefer containers. There are currently no clear rules and requirements for such time limited installations.

What is a genset in a shipping container?

They consist of an engine and a generator housed in a single unit, designed to be portable. In the context of refrigerated shipping containers, commonly known as reefers, gensets serve as the primary power source, ensuring that temperature-sensitive goods remain at consistent temperatures during transit.

What is a genset generator?

What Is a Genset? A genset, short for generator set, is a portable power unit that supplies electricity to refrigerated containers (reefers). These containers require a constant power source to maintain internal temperatures within the desired cold or frozen range.

What are the different types of Genset units used for reefer containers?

There are three main types of genset units used for reefer containers: clip-on gensets, under-mount gensets, and on-chassis gensets. Each type serves specific purposes based on transportation needs and logistical requirements. Clip-on gensets are portable units that attach directly to the front or chassis of the reefer container.