--- title: "In need of temporary power, but how much?" date: 2026-03-09T16:51:00+01:00 author: Vincent Weijermars canonical_url: "https://www.bredenoord.com/en/challenges/need-temporary-power-how-much/" section: Challenge --- Sometimes your project has no grid connection, or the existing one is insufficient, and you need (additional) mobile power. That much isn’t too difficult, but then questions arise such as: how much power do you actually need? What are the peak loads? Or: are there any machines with high inrush current? Many of our customers don’t know exactly how much power they need, or how to smartly set up their mobile power solution. No problem. We’ll assess your power requirements, design a solution and oversee the implementation. Need advice? I'm happy to help you ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEyMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjoxNjAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Peter van HuitArea Manager South-West Netherlands ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQwMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzksImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) **Peter van Huit**Area Manager South-West Netherlands ## The challenges of choosing mobile power - ### Assessing power requirements It can be difficult to estimate how much power you need, particularly for more complex projects. We assess your power requirements, design a suitable solution and oversee the implementation. - ### Excessive capacity As a precaution, sometimes too much power is chosen, which can be unnecessarily expensive. With smart setups, you can avoid overcapacity, save costs and choose a more sustainable solution. - ### High power requirements For large projects and critical infrastructure, reliable energy is essential. We provide rapidly deployable, scalable power solutions. - ### Insight into the energy supply After installation, you want to be sure that everything is working properly. We offer 24/7 service, so your project doesn’t come to a standstill. ## Solutions [![Biogas generator - Battery Box - Powercrumbs container](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2NvbnRlbnQvYmlvZ2FzLWJhdHRlcnktYm94LXBvd2VyY3J1bWJzLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Sustainable solutions Emissions regulations, emissions reduction or zero-emission zones. Terms we’ve been hearing a lot in recent years. If you want to work in an environmentally friendly way – or perhaps have to – it makes sense to explore whether you can reduce emissions somewhere within your project or process. This is often possible in various areas, including your mobile power solution. Bredenoord offers a wide range of temporary, mobile energy solutions that are easy to deploy and guarantee reliability, scalability and sustainability. With minimal emissions, yet sufficient power for every application. Thanks to smart engine technology, effective exhaust gas after-treatment and the use of alternative fuels, we reduce emissions of harmful substances such as CO₂, NOₓ and particulate matter in various ways.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/solutions/sustainable-solutions/ "Sustainable solutions")[![Bredenoord netondersteuning](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvQnJlZGVub29yZC1uZXRvbmRlcnN0ZXVuaW5nLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Grid support It may sound self-evident: a reliable energy supply without interruptions. Yet in practice, there is quite a lot involved. To ensure that all processes, machines or production lines within your organisation function properly, maintenance must occasionally be carried out on your main power supply. On the grid, for example. For situations of this kind, where maintenance is required on the grid or your own installation but operations must not come to a standstill, synchronous grid takeover (SGT) offers a solution. During an SGT, a generator equipped with a specific control system is deployed, ensuring a seamless transition to the generator. This allows your organisation to continue working as normal, without any power interruptions.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/solutions/grid-support/ "Grid support") ![Bredenoord Duurzaam Battery Box](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2NvbnRlbnQvQnJlZGVub29yZC1EdXVyemFhbS1CYXR0ZXJ5LUJveC5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJwbmciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlfSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo0MDAsImhlaWdodCI6MzAwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=) ### Why is it important to choose the right power solution? Renting too much capacity may sound safe, but it often leads to wasted resources and puts a greater strain on your budget and the environment. Conversely, too little capacity carries the risk of outages and delays. By carefully analysing your actual needs in advance, we can avoid any surprises during the project. Based on data, our specialists will design a setup that precisely matches your project’s power requirements and ensure an optimal configuration. With a smart power configuration, machines (or combinations of machines) work together optimally to supply power as efficiently as possible, and we can scale capacity up or down as needed. ## Succes stories [ View all cases ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/cases/) [![Battery-Box-Tower-Crane De Nijs Batterijen](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvQ2FzZS1IZWFkZXItQmF0dGVyeS1Cb3gtVG93ZXItQ3JhbmUuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsianBlZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWUsInRyZWxsaXNRdWFudGlzYXRpb24iOnRydWUsIm92ZXJzaG9vdERlcmluZ2luZyI6dHJ1ZSwib3B0aW1pemVTY2FucyI6dHJ1ZX0sInJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6Mzc1LCJoZWlnaHQiOjM3NSwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19) Extremely efficient use of batteries at De Nijs through measuring and advisory process Construction firm De Nijs combines craftsmanship with innovative technology in order to sustainably and efficiently realize a wide range of construction projects in North Holland, the Netherlands. For years De Nijs has been working with Bredenoord during projects with insufficient grid access. Gensets are the usual choice, but in the context of the energy transition De Nijs is also interested in alternative power solutions, which is why a pilot recently took place in Heerhugowaard. This pilot project involved a hybrid power solution consisting of the grid and Bredenoord’s new Battery Box, which allowed a tower crane to be powered silently and without emission. 17-01-2022 ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/cases/extremely-efficient-use-of-batteries-at-de-nijs/ "Extremely efficient use of batteries at De Nijs through measuring and advisory process")[![Bredenoord energy for transport and logistics](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvQnJlZGVub29yZC1lbmVyZ3ktZm9yLXRyYW5zcG9ydC1hbmQtbG9naXN0aWNzLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Economical and clean power solution for huge peak demand in the city centre of Utrecht Light rail 60 is an important part of the infrastructure in Utrecht. This tram, which runs on electricity supplied by high-voltage cables, transports thousands of passengers every day between Utrecht Centraal and Nieuwegein. Last summer, however, problems arose here, when a number of high-voltage cables were damaged during excavation work. The recovery was expected to take several weeks, with the tram unable to be powered. Of course, it is not desirable to shut down such an important tram line, so an alternative power solution had to be sought. The City asked the help of Engie Bredenoord for this. 21-04-2021 ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/cases/economical-and-clean-power-solution/ "Economical and clean power solution for huge peak demand in the city centre of Utrecht")[![Battery Box 600 powers world's strongest crane](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvQ2FzZS1IZWFkZXItQmF0dGVyeS1Cb3gtNjAwLXBvd2Vycy13b3JsZHMtc3Ryb25nZXN0LWNyYW5lLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Battery Box 600 powers world's strongest land-based crane Mammoet's SK6000 - the world's strongest land-based crane - has been tested for fully electric operation. Testing was carried out using two 600kWh Battery Boxes from power supply specialist Bredenoord, connected parallel to deliver 1,000kW; around the same output as 20 electric cars. This proves that the giant crane can operate electrically, with a connection to the medium-voltage grid, shore power or batteries. 11-12-2024 ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/cases/battery-box-600-powers-worlds-strongest-land-based-crane/ "Battery Box 600 powers world's strongest land-based crane") [ View all cases ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/cases/) ## Insights [ More Insights ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/insights/) [![Bredenoord mechanic looking at electrical diagram](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvRWxlY3RyaWNhbC1kaWFncmFtLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Bredenoord’s energy advice: the most economical, sustainable and reliable energy solution for your project. Bredenoord is always ready to help you find the most suitable, sustainable and reliable energy solution for your project. We do this through our energy advice, a process consisting of meticulous research and measurements, which allows us to choose the optimal composition of systems. The final solution, which can consist of the grid, battery systems, a (backup) genset, solar panels or a combination thereof, seamlessly suits your needs. In this article we explain how this energy advice comes into being.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/insights/bredenoords-energy-advice-for-your-project/ "Bredenoord’s energy advice: the most economical, sustainable and reliable energy solution for your project.")[![Aggregaat v2](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvYWdncmVnYWF0X3YyLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7ImpwZWciOnsicXVhbGl0eSI6ODIsInByb2dyZXNzaXZlIjp0cnVlLCJ0cmVsbGlzUXVhbnRpc2F0aW9uIjp0cnVlLCJvdmVyc2hvb3REZXJpbmdpbmciOnRydWUsIm9wdGltaXplU2NhbnMiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) What is a genset and how does it work? The genset plays an important role in many projects. Gensets, also known as generators or generator sets, ensure the main stage of a festival is operational and that heavy duty construction projects are not dependent on the grid. Because of backup generators hospitals are never without power and because of offshore gensets energy is available at sea. This article elaborates on how these gensets work and the various types that are available.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/insights/what-is-a-genset/ "What is a genset and how does it work?")[![Ps 100 header](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvcHMtMTAwLWhlYWRlci5qcGciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJqcGVnIjp7InF1YWxpdHkiOjgyLCJwcm9ncmVzc2l2ZSI6dHJ1ZSwidHJlbGxpc1F1YW50aXNhdGlvbiI6dHJ1ZSwib3ZlcnNob290RGVyaW5naW5nIjp0cnVlLCJvcHRpbWl6ZVNjYW5zIjp0cnVlfSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjozNzUsImhlaWdodCI6Mzc1LCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=) Which role can hybrid energy supply play in your project? In the world of transport hybrid has become a common concept. Outside of this sector hybrid is a growing phenomenon as well, for example in the energy sector. But what does hybrid mean? Which role can hybrid energy supply play in your project? This article goes further into these questions.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/insights/what-is-hybrid/ "Which role can hybrid energy supply play in your project?") [ More Insights ](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/insights/) ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQwMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzksImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Need advice? I'm happy to help you Get in touch with one of our experts. Contact ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQwMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzksImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) **Peter van Huit**Area Manager South-West Netherlands ## Related challenges [![Bredenoord power outage](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vQnJlZGVub29yZC1wb3dlci1vdXRhZ2UuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsianBlZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWUsInRyZWxsaXNRdWFudGlzYXRpb24iOnRydWUsIm92ZXJzaG9vdERlcmluZ2luZyI6dHJ1ZSwib3B0aW1pemVTY2FucyI6dHJ1ZX0sInJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6Mzc1LCJoZWlnaHQiOjM3NSwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19) Unexpected power outage In crisis situations, a fast and reliable power supply is essential. Bredenoord provides ready-to-use, sustainable and mobile energy solutions for governments, emergency services, critical infrastructure and businesses. Whether it’s a network failure, flooding, fire or for temporary housing or shelter: we’re ready with well-thought-out and robust solutions that work immediately. Thanks to our years of experience, extensive fleet and close cooperation with the relevant authorities, we’re always fully prepared.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/challenges/unexpected-power-outage/ "Unexpected power outage")[![Bredenoord sustainable solutions](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vYnJlZGVub29yZC1zdXN0YWluYWJsZS1lbmVyZ3ktc29sdXRpb25zLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjM3NSwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzUsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) Complying with emission regulations Sectors such as construction, infrastructure and events are subject to increasingly stringent emissions regulations. At the same time, we are using electric machinery and equipment more frequently, leading to increased demand for power on projects. This, combined with the possibility of limited power availability due to grid congestion, makes power supply challenges on-site increasingly complex. Fortunately, there are now plenty of options for temporary, mobile energy solutions that are easy to deploy, reliable, scalable and green.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/challenges/complying-with-emission-regulations/ "Complying with emission regulations")[![Bredenoord limited or no grid connection](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2hlcm8vb2xkX3NpdGUvYnJlZGVub29yZC1saW1pdGVkLW9yLW5vLWdyaWQtY29ubmVjdGlvbi5qcGciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJqcGVnIjp7InF1YWxpdHkiOjgyLCJwcm9ncmVzc2l2ZSI6dHJ1ZSwidHJlbGxpc1F1YW50aXNhdGlvbiI6dHJ1ZSwib3ZlcnNob290RGVyaW5naW5nIjp0cnVlLCJvcHRpbWl6ZVNjYW5zIjp0cnVlfSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjozNzUsImhlaWdodCI6Mzc1LCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=) No or limited grid capacity More and more companies and projects face the same challenge: a too-small or even missing grid connection. Due to grid congestion, the electricity network cannot always meet the growing demand. Companies looking to expand, go green, or electrify get stuck. Think of production sites that have to continue with limited capacity due to grid congestion or companies that cannot switch to electric equipment. However, a too-small or missing grid connection doesn't have to stop you. Choose a complete mobile power solution or expand your existing, small grid connection with a generator or battery, for example.](https://www.bredenoord.com/en/challenges/no-or-limited-grid-capacity/ "No or limited grid capacity") ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQwMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzksImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) **Peter van Huit**Area Manager South-West Netherlands ![Peter van Huit Bredenoord](https://d214mxx6i7ojph.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJicmVkZW5vb3JkLXByb2QtYnVja2V0Iiwia2V5IjoiaW1hZ2VzL2F2YXRhci9QZXRlci12YW4tSHVpdC1CcmVkZW5vb3JkLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InBuZyI6eyJxdWFsaXR5Ijo4MiwicHJvZ3Jlc3NpdmUiOnRydWV9LCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQwMCwiaGVpZ2h0IjozNzksImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==) **Peter van Huit**Area Manager South-West Netherlands