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Sell Your Generator — We Pay Cash

Power Generation Enterprises buys used industrial generators, engines, and power equipment nationwide. Single units or entire fleets. We handle disconnection, rigging, and transport.

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Data Center Decommissioning & Asset Recovery

Decommissioning a data center? We buy the generators — CAT 3516, Cummins QSK60, MTU 16V4000, Kohler 2MW+. N+1 fleet packages, switchgear, fuel systems. Call (818) 484-8550.

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    How It Works

    1

    Submit Details

    Fill out the form with equipment info, photos, and asking price.

    2

    Get an Offer

    Our purchasing team responds within 24 hours with a cash offer.

    3

    We Pick It Up

    We coordinate disconnection, rigging, and transport. You do nothing.

    4

    Get Paid

    Wire transfer or company check on pickup. Your choice.

    Equipment We Buy

    Generator Sets
    Diesel & gas, 20kW-3,000kW+
    Industrial Engines
    Marine, drilling, compressor drive
    Switchgear & ATS
    Transfer switches, paralleling gear
    Fleet Buybacks
    Rental fleets, data center N+1
    Components
    Radiators, enclosures, load banks
    Power Plants
    Multi-unit, containerized, mobile

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What types of generators do you buy?
    Diesel and natural gas generator sets from 20kW to 3,000kW+, industrial engines, marine engines, transfer switches, switchgear, load banks, radiators, generator ends, fuel tanks, and enclosures. All major brands — Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, MTU, Detroit Diesel, Waukesha, Doosan, and more. Call (818) 484-8550.
    Do you buy generators from data center decommissions?
    Yes. Data center decommissioning is one of our largest acquisition channels. We buy 1MW-2.5MW generator sets, N+1 fleet packages, fuel systems, and switchgear. We work with facility managers, asset recovery firms, and demolition contractors. Call (818) 484-8550.
    How much will you pay for my generator?
    Pricing depends on brand, model, kW, hours, condition, and emissions tier. Send us the serial number, hours, and photos — we give you a firm cash offer within 24 hours. We pay competitive market rates and handle all logistics so you net more than selling through a broker.
    Do you handle pickup and transport?
    Yes. We coordinate disconnection, rigging, crane service, and flatbed transport to our Santa Clarita facility. All logistics costs are factored into our offer. You do not arrange or pay for anything.
    Can I sell multiple units at once?
    Absolutely. We buy single units and entire fleets — rental company liquidations, utility decommissions, data center N+1 packages, military surplus. Volume deals often get better per-unit pricing. Call (818) 484-8550.

    Note: We purchase industrial and commercial power generation equipment only. We do not buy residential, camping, or RV generators.

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    Industries & Scenarios We Buy Generators From

    Power Generation Enterprises purchases surplus industrial generators nationwide — from single units recovered off a decommissioned well pad to full data-center acquisition programs. We pay cash, handle pickup, and complete most transactions inside 14 days of inspection.

    Data Center Decommissioning & Asset Recovery

    If you’re decommissioning a data center, we acquire the CAT 3516, Cummins QSK60, MTU 16V4000, and Kohler 2000REOZMD-class units your facility ran as backup. We work with asset-recovery firms, facilities teams, and private-equity portfolio companies on multi-site programs. Our pricing reflects that well-documented units with load-bank test records recover 40–55% of original acquisition cost in the first two years versus 25–35% after three. See our complete guide on asset recovery for industrial power equipment.

    Hospital & Healthcare Emergency Power Swaps

    When a hospital upgrades its NFPA 110 Type 10 standby system, the outgoing unit — typically a 1000kW+ CAT, Cummins, or Kohler — is often still 60–70% of useful life remaining. We buy these units, handle Joint Commission documentation transfers, and can coordinate a replacement unit from our existing inventory to meet 2–4 week ship timelines instead of 16–24 weeks for new. Details: Hospital Generator Replacement — Sell Your Unit & Buy a Replacement.

    Oil & Gas — Well Pad & Basin Decommissioning

    Basin downturns and fleet consolidations leave generators stranded on well pads across the Permian, Bakken, Eagle Ford, and Marcellus. We’ve pulled CAT 3512B, Cummins QSK60, and Waukesha units off remote pads with full pickup coordination. Maintenance records and accurate hour-meter readings drive our best offers. Read the full process: Oil & Gas Generator Decommissioning.

    Single Units & We-Buy Nationwide

    Not every sale is a multi-site program. If you have one unit to sell — surplus, reconditioned, or still running — we make same-day cash offers and ship nationwide. Learn what we pay for and how the inspection process works: We Buy Industrial Generators — Cash Offers in 24 Hours.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How fast can you close on a sale?

    Most transactions close in 7–14 days from initial inspection. Single-unit purchases with clean documentation can close as fast as 5 business days. Multi-site programs scale with the number of locations and permit requirements.

    What documentation affects the price?

    In priority order: (1) hour-meter readings, (2) load-bank test records within the last 24 months, (3) oil analysis history, (4) maintenance/service records, and (5) tier emissions certification. Units with a full documentation packet typically recover $20,000–$40,000 more than identical undocumented units.

    Do you handle pickup and logistics?

    Yes. We coordinate pickup nationwide including remote well pads, rooftops, and limited-access sites. Pickup cost is factored into the offer so you receive net cash at close.

    What brands and sizes do you buy?

    Primary focus is 100kW–3,500kW industrial units from Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, MTU/Detroit Diesel, Doosan, Waukesha, and Perkins. Natural gas, diesel, portable, and containerized configurations all considered.

    Do you work with asset-recovery firms and broker consortia?

    Yes. We’re a frequent buyer on multi-unit decommissioning programs run by asset-recovery specialists. We can quote units sight-unseen from spec sheets plus remote video walk-throughs for initial pricing, with final offers contingent on physical inspection.

    Ready to sell? Call (818) 484-8550 or request a quote.