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Disaster Preparedness

Friday, Aug 18, 2023

reliable power during a natural disaster...

A microgrid is a localised electrical grid acting as a single and controllable entity. Able to provide power during a natural disaster a microgrid must be robust, reliable and able to operate in both grid-connected and island mode. In a fast evolving world of product shortages and the rising cost of electricity and fuel microgrids and hybrid electric power generation systems are meeting a growing demand for flexible, sustainable and cost effective power solutions. For life savings and critical operations, disaster preparedness begins with reliable power. In areas of ultra clean diesel power generation technology Volvo Penta is ahead of the curve.

Microgrids - the future of disaster preparedness and energy efficiency, can make a significant contribution to a greener planet. They can combine renewable energies and can offer solution for a clean and efficient energy supply. Microgrids can support a flexible and efficient power grid by enabling the integration of green energy sources like wind and solar. A blended microgrid can provide disaster and recovery backup power option by connecting to a local resource that may be too small or unreliable for traditional power grid integration. For transformer retrofits to electrical infrastructure upgrades, Volvo Penta are leaders in power generation technology. 

Made to move with the elements, through grace, respect and ingenuity, Volvo Penta engines are the perfect environmentally sustainable power solution for electromobility at sea, for container terminals, hospitals, power plants and wide range equipment applications in a variety of industries. Centrally located in Adelaide and with direct access to all major mainland freight routes, we are strategically positioned to deliver and maintain all your evolving marine propulsion and industrial power needs. We are Don Morton Power & Propulsion.

Case Study:

AmerisourceBergen Corporation is an American drug wholesale company that was formed by the merger of Bergen Brunswig and AmeriSource in 2001. They provide drug distribution and consulting related to medical business operations and patient services. Before the 300,000-square-foot facility opened in Carrollton Texas, in 2019, company leaders recognized that disaster preparedness begins with reliable power. Company leaders recognized it needed a reliable power source to protect these critical lifesaving medications if the power grid ever went down. Company leaders hoped however that they would never have to use it. Fast forward to February 2021 when frigid temperatures brought chaos to roads and wreaked havoc on the Texas energy infrastructure. The winter storm left millions of residents without power and thousands of businesses unable to operate. But the important work conducted at AmerisourceBergen continued. To read the full story please follow the Volvo Penta website link below.

Disaster Preparedness Begins with Reliable Power >

Information contained within the article and rights of use remain the property of Volvo Penta and the Volvo Group, Image copyright PowerSecure. Where we work. Where we live. Where we shop. Supporting local jobs and local communities. Founded by boating fanatic Don Morton in 1963, Don Morton Power & Propulsion is the sole official Volvo Penta Oceania appointed Industrial Sales and Service Distribution Centre for marine propulsion and industrial off road engine applications in South Australia. We are authorised to assist with all your Volvo Penta Sales and Service inquiries. Centrally located in Adelaide, we are strategically positioned to help you maximise equipment uptime and lower your Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). We are here for you as we have been for over 50 years. We are Don Morton Power & Propulsion.

About Us:

Transparency. Respect. Trust. Founded by boating fanatic Don Morton, boat owners and heavy machinery operators have trusted Don Morton Power & Propulsion - at Sea and on Land, for decades. Located at Kilkenny in the western suburbs of Adelaide, we are less than 30 minutes from the boating precincts of Glenelg, North Haven and Port Adelaide with direct access to the major traffic routes which service the north and south of the State. With multiple entry and exit points, there is generally medium term free kerbside council parking available on Humphries Terrace while we offer a designated multi-vehicle customer parking bay and boat and trailer turn out area if entry is made via First Avenue.

Volvo Penta Dealer Network      

Volvo Penta has an extensive network of 3500 dealers supporting our marine and industrial customers around the world. From Perth, Darwin, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart and beyond your local Volvo Penta Dealer is there for you. Download the App Store iOS Volvo Penta Dealer Locator, Navigate using the Quick Links below to find you closest local Volvo Penta dealer or scan the QR Code embbedded in the page header banner.

Volvo Penta Oceania Dealers in South Australia:  

Don Morton Marine
Trading as Don Morton Power & Propulsion
Authorised Volvo Penta Distribution Centre
70 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny SA 5009
Phone: (08) 8347 0011
donmorton.com.au

Anthony Squire Diesel Services
35 Woodlands Terrace, Edwardstown SA 5039
Phone: (08) 8277 1825
anthonysquirediesel.com.au

Ashbrook Diesel
14 Elizabeth St, Port Macdonnell SA 5291
Phone: (08) 8738 2028
ashbrookdiesel.facebook

Can Do Marine 
38 Chatfield Terrace, Wallaroo SA 5556
Phone: (08) 8823 3025
coppercoastmarinecentre.com.au

Sawley's Auto and Marine 
33 Kennett Street, Kadina SA 5554
Phone: + 61 0412 532 984
sawleysautoandmarine.com.au

West Coast Diesel Service 
32 St Andrews Terrace, Port Lincoln SA 5606
Phone: (08) 8682 1753
westcoastdiesel.com.au

Volvo Penta Oceania Centres in Australia:   

Don Morton Marine
Trading as Don Morton Power & Propulsion
Authorised Volvo Penta Distribution Centre

70 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny SA 5009
Phone: (08) 8347 0011

Aqua Power Marine
9 Hi Tech Place, Seaford VIC 3198
Phone: (03) 8796  3900

Ches Power Group 
Barrington Street, Bibra Lake WA 6163
Phone: (08) 6144 3111

Fenquin 
Williamson Road, Ingleburn NSW 2565
Phone: (02) 9605 5522

Seamech
Alexandra Place, Murarrie Queensland 4172
Phone: (07) 3890 7615

Volvo Penta Dealer App Locator iOS:  

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