This standby generator combines sleek, modern industrial design with robust functionality and sustainability. With a bold, architectural form and clean lines, it reflects Generac’s leadership in the industry while offering a visually confident presence that reassures homeowners of its power and reliability.
The unit features a smaller footprint, innovative stamping techniques, and carefully considered elements like a sloped roof and recessed panels, balancing form with practical considerations for serviceability. Its materials are chosen for durability, including stamped aluminum to prevent rust, a recycled plastic base, and a black metal interior for easy maintenance. Designed to blend seamlessly into home environments, this generator prioritises strength, efficiency, and ease of use, providing homeowners with a powerful yet unobtrusive solution.
The standby generator is designed to blend seamlessly into its environment, with a neutral colour that allows the home to remain the focal point. Key features include a sloped top to shed snow, water, and dirt, and a redesigned front panel to prevent weather and animal ingress.
Built to withstand 150 mph winds, the generator has a sloped roof to prevent the hood from opening during storms, a clean front panel with no external hardware, and durable metal components for storm resilience. The relocated engine air intake, positioned at the top back, prevents snow ingress, while the compact footprint takes up less yard space.
The standby generator features adjustable lighting to control brightness, ensuring visibility without being a nuisance, with four colour LED lights for easy status identification. The lights are angled for better visibility from a distance, even in harsh conditions. The emergency shutdown switch is now recessed to prevent accidental activation, unlike the old design that protruded. Additionally, the front panel is recessed to provide easier access to the hood lip for smoother lifting and serviceability. durability and design.
The standby generator features a modern, bold design that reflects Generac’s leadership in the industry. It combines an architectural aesthetic with a strong, powerful presence, giving homeowners confidence in the generator’s reliability. Moving beyond typical square-box designs, we introduced advanced stamping techniques to create a more dynamic form. The venting is thoughtfully fanned out to align with the base and sloped roof, while rounded corners enhance the design and reinforce Generac’s residential visual brand language.
The standby generator is designed with serviceability and installation in mind. Its smaller footprint optimises shipping and transportation. The two end panels use minimal hardware—just four bolts—making disassembly easier for maintenance. The front panel, along with the side panels, can be removed to provide access to three sides of the unit.
The top panel lifts easily with hydraulic assistance, allowing access to the electrical components located inside. Special attention was given to the top interior design for a clean, efficient look, with a black metal interior panel to maintain a tidy service area. The unit also features a service mode to mute alerts during maintenance and now offers phone interface, replacing the on-unit screen for added convenience.
The standby generator is designed with sustainability in mind, using stamped aluminum to resist rust and extend its lifespan. It runs on natural gas, a cleaner, more sustainable fuel source, and features a black base made from recycled plastic.
By preventing power loss, it helps protect food, medicine, and your home from damage, whether from frozen pipes in winter or mold in hot weather. Its smaller footprint reduces material usage, contributing to sustainability. Additionally, as the only air-cooled generator with EFIC (electronic fuel and ignition control), it offers improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and enhanced performance.
Category:IndustrialAward Year:2025Designers:Diane Blankenheim, Terry Carr, Damian Domyslawski, Casey Dougherty, Nacho Garcia, Shane Harbour, Jonathan Hayes, Ben Kalies, Mark Miller, Dana Radawitz, Hannah Reel, Randy Sandlin, Generac Power Systems, Waukesha, Wisconsin, USAManufacturer:Generac Power Systems, Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA
