When the power goes out, it’s not just inconvenient – when one essential service goes down, other critical assets face an unexpected shutdown. But how can utilities break that cycle?
Every single one of us depends on utilities to deliver the services that keep Australia running, but just as consumers depend on them, essential service providers are also dependent on each other.
Without power, our water networks can’t pump precious drinking water into our homes and businesses. If the grid goes down as a result of an extreme weather event, then telecommunications networks can be left without power – and without comms, disaster recovery efforts become an even bigger challenge. The team at CAPS Australia saw that industrial, utility and commercial operations require uninterrupted power supplies that can depend on when disaster strikes – so the company made it its mission to sustain power through a range of reliable and cost-effective back-up energy solutions.
A powerful partnership
Partnering with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine System Asia, CAPS delivers the power solutions needed across industrial, commercial, data centres, healthcare, construction, residential and mining, ensuring the power never goes out on key infrastructure.
By collaborating with world class brands, CAPS ensures it has the equipment sizes and power outputs needed to meet a range of specific operating requirements.
CAPS is the official Australian distributor for the Mitsubishi Generator Series (MGS). Delivering outstanding performance in fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, the MGS exemplifies quality and performance.
Designed and built with state-of-the-art capabilities in one model, CAPS said that the MGS-R Series is the “all‑in‑one” solution.
Meticulously crafted in Japan, the globally recognised Mitsubishi Diesel Engine is equipped with a range of standard features, in addition to Mitsubishi Turbochargers, advanced control systems and a top-quality brand of alternators, ensuring durability and reliability in even the most demanding applications.
The range of MGS-R diesel engines have a power output from 385kVA to 3025kVA, including data centre specific power output ratings.
Engineered with quick-start ability within ten seconds and 100 per cent one-step load capability, the MGS-R demonstrates its reliability in demanding situations.
The AC generator in the MGS-R is fully sealed, with a three-phase RMS sensing digital automatic voltage regulator (DAVR) that has built-in protection against sustained over-excitation. Controlling the unit is the MGS-R’s standard 7310 programmable microprocessor control panel, which serves as an automatic start/stop panel, complete with generator breaker control.
A system for the application
Configuring the power solution suited to the individual requirements of the client, CAPS not only draws from the Mitsubishi Generator Series, but also the leading equipment ranges of Rehlko (formerly Kohler), Airman and Teksan Generators
CAPS delivers complete solution designs, developed by its in-house engineering team and supported through its Australian ISO9001 accredited manufacturing facility. The custom-built systems, including containerised and acoustic enclosures, are perfectly matched to clients’ requirements.
Founded in Western Australia in 1980, CAPS joined the Ingersoll Rand family in 2024, expanding its access to the Ingersoll Rand’s global offering of innovative and mission-critical air, fluid, energy and medical technologies. CAPS’ delivery of air and power solutions is also underpinned by the financial strength of one of the world’s leading companies.
With ten branches nationwide, CAPS’ dedicated team provides exceptional service, expert advice, support and spare parts. With a 24/7 maintenance and breakdown service available, CAPS can also package its service and support experience into CAPS Care – a suite of diagnostic and maintenance programs.
Utilising quality products with proven reliability, CAPS delivers global solutions, suited to Australian conditions, backed by local service.
