Generac® Power Systems: Our Portables Can Work For You
WAUKESHA, Wis. – September 15, 2009 – In response to the recent recall of Homelight,
Husky and Black Max portable generators last month by the U.S. Consumer Product
Commission, Generac Power Systems would like to announce that none of its portable
generators were affected by the recall and are currently available for sale. Generac has more
than 50 years experience, focused exclusively on designing and manufacturing high quality
power generators, and continues to build products meeting its stringent performance
requirements in its Wisconsin-based factories and at select global partners.
Generac currently offers four different lines of portable generators ideal for home use,
tailgating or camping, construction or outdoor events. To find a sales and service dealer in
your area please click here or visit www.generac.com/Portables/DealerLocator/.
Generac was founded in 1959 with the introduction of its first portable generator, launched the
first gaseous-fueled automatic home standby system in 1989 and has been the leading brand
ever since. Generac is a proud supporter of the Home Safety Council and has earned the
Good Housekeeping Seal after evaluation by the Good Housekeeping Research Institute. For
more information on Generac residential and commercial products.
About Generac Power Systems, Inc.
Since 1959, Generac Power Systems, Inc., has been a leading, innovative manufacturer and marketer of portable and standby generators,
automatic transfer switches, modular paralleling systems, and small engines for recreational vehicle, residential, and commercial applications.
Generac’s power systems range in output from 2 to 9,000 kilowatts. Generac is a proud supporter of the Home Safety Council and earned the
Good Housekeeping Seal in 2009. For more information on Generac and its extensive line of both portable and automatic generators, visit
www.GENERAC.com.
Accomplishments
The Generac® Guardian Series 20 kW Air-Cooled Standby Generator was named one of Professional Builder’s 2008 “100 Best New
Products”; was a finalist for the Building Products’ “2008 MVP Awards” and Electrical Contracting Products’ “2008 Innovation Award.” In
addition to the GenReady Load Center Panel, the 20 kW Air-Cooled Standby Generator received Professional Remodeler’s 2008 “50 Most
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Innovative Products Award.” In 2007, Building Products named the Generac® 16 kW QuietSource commercial generator one of its “2007 Top
Products.” Generac also received Building Operating Management’s “2007 Reader’s Choice Award” for the QT Series of commercial
generators. The Generac Gemini® Twin Pack was a finalist for Consulting-Specifying Engineer’s “2008 Product of the Year” award. Since
2006, Generac has been a Better Business Bureau Accredited business with an A+ Business rating.