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Cyclone Recovery: How a Backup Generator Can Help

Cyclone Recovery: How a Backup Generator Can Help

  21 March 2025
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Cyclone Alfred was a devastating cyclone that hit Brisbane and the Gold Coast in 2025. The storm threatened the lives of thousands of individuals and families living in the area. This cyclone served as a reminder that a backup generator can keep you running during and after the devastation.

Maxwatt sells petrol-powered generators to protect you or your business during uncertain times. With a backup generator, you'll never be left without power during a cyclone or an intense storm. You'll have a reliable solution you can count on to rebuild.

Here are a few benefits you can look forward to when investing in reliable generators for extreme weather.

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Generators 101: A Guide to Powering Up | Off-Grid Generator

Generators 101: A Guide to Powering Up

  10 February 2025
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We’ve all become a little spoilt. Anything less than 100 per cent consistency in our wifi connection, access to mobile data or even our electricity supply, is enough to send us into a spin.

The power lies behind most of what we might consider modern-day essentials. And, although a solar system might match our list of green credentials, it has its limitations. That means backup petrol generators that kick in on-demand are key to successful off-grid living.

Read on for the lowdown on the super quiet generators available and why you should consider an off-grid generator as a sound investment.

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How Much Wattage Do I Need in My Portable Generator?

How Much Wattage Do I Need in My Portable Generator?

  12 January 2025
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Many of us understand technical measurements and units but have difficulty visualizing them in a meaningful way. Take the size of Australia, for example—it’s undoubtedly large, but estimating its area in square kilometers can easily result in a wildly inaccurate guess.

The country actually spans more than 7.5 million km².

In a similar way, you might understand wattage or watts as units of power. But, how much is a lot? 1000, 5000 or 8000 watts?

The electrical power you need will depend on what you intend to connect and power up from your portable generator. Read on to find out which generator size is for you and your needs.

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Food Truck Generators: Why Portable Generators Are Essential for Christmas Markets

Food Truck Generators: Why Portable Generators Are Essential for Christmas Markets

  15 November 2024
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Power Your Food Truck with Confidence and Stay Ahead of the Competition

Investing in high-performance food truck generators ensures uninterrupted operations, keeping revenue flowing and your business ahead of the competition. A reliable power source is the backbone of your mobile kitchen, providing the energy needed to run essential electrical equipment—from refrigerators and cooking appliances to lighting and payment systems.

During Christmas markets and peak trading seasons, your food truck faces unique power demands. Warmer weather puts extra strain on refrigerators and cooling systems, while high customer demand means grills, fryers, and coffee machines must run at full capacity. With a Maxwatt generator, you can operate seamlessly and efficiently, ensuring consistent service, happy customers, and maximum profitability—no matter the conditions.

Read on for the lowdown on food truck generators and to find out which is best for your needs.

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What Every Queensland Family Needs for Storm Season | Portable Power Solutions

What Every Queensland Family Needs for Storm Season

  21 October 2024
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The state government advises preparing for the worst, given that the consequences of storm season in Queensland can be so severe. That might sound overzealous, but healthy storm preparedness will help keep you out of trouble.

In a relatively short time, we’ve become heavily reliant on digital technology for information, work and staying in touch. Portable power solutions are, therefore, essential to stay connected when there’s a risk of disruption to your energy supply.

Read on for a complete list of what to have at the ready as storm season approaches, from backup generators to water and essential toiletries.

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All the Essential Off-Grid Camping Gear for the Ultimate Adventure

All the Essential Off-Grid Camping Gear for the Ultimate Adventure

  16 September 2024
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Stay powered. Stay prepared. Choose Maxwatt.

Achieving true self-sufficiency in off-grid camping gear is the ultimate goal for off-grid camping enthusiasts.  It’s a big ask because all those extras we take for granted can suddenly disappear the moment we stray off the beaten track.

But, advances in technology have moved at the speed of sound. We can now replace our usual sources of energy and water or even seek medical help with portable and efficient alternatives.

Join us as we investigate ten must-have off-grid camping gear, from the best portable power stations to portable solar panels for camping.

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What to Look for in a Trade Site Generator | High Quality Power Products

What to Look For in a Trade Site Generator

  17 July 2024
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If only a power supply was as accessible as a wireless internet connection. Until that day comes, tradies will have to rely on portable generators to power up their tools when there’s no handy mains supply available.

The key to selecting the right trade site generator lies in understanding the capacity you’re going to need. Get it wrong and your worksite generator will strain under the demand. Buy too big and you could end up with something that’s too heavy and costly.
Find out what’s going to suit you best as we take you through the big guns in the Maxwatt range.

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Will My Generator Work in Cold Weather?

Will My Generator Work in Cold Weather?

  22 June 2024
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There’s always that nagging fear, isn’t there? The one time you desperately need your generator is during a power outage due to severely cold weather. But will it work, or do the freezing temperatures cause off-grid generators to fail?

The fact is you need reliable all-year-round off-grid solutions, so running generators in winter is a must. Read on for the tips you need to ensure optimum generator use during the cooler months.

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Surviving Storm Season: Strategies and Power Backup Solutions

Surviving Storm Season: Strategies and Power Backup Solutions

  9 January 2024
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It’s time to baton down the hatches with an effective plan for storm-proofing your home.

Every year, homes and businesses lose billions of dollars to storms and flooding. Yet almost a third of Australians aged between 18 and 44 don’t have a strategy in place to deal with the havoc a storm can wreak.

Read on for the measures you need to put in place, from power backup solutions to handy household tips so you and your home stay better protected.

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Powering Up for Christmas: MaxWatt's Ultimate Gift Guide | Portable Power Stations

Powering Up for Christmas: MaxWatt’s Ultimate Gift Guide

  24 October 2023
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If you’re looking for a gift that keeps on giving, you’ve come to the right place. Imagine giving a power boost to a friend or relative that’s going to make their lives easier for years to come.

Let us take you through some of MaxWatt’s most versatile gift ideas. Original, exciting and useful, they’re this year’s must-haves.

Don’t be a secret Santa. Bask in the glory of giving life-changing gifts like portable power stations or petrol-powered generators.

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