Generator hire
Power where the grid doesn't reach. Small, quiet Honda generators for a single stand, and trailer-mounted QAS generators for the whole site setup.
5 models for hire
The Honda generators are inverter-driven and deliver clean power — safe for electronics and card terminals. The large QAS units are wheeled into place and supply a whole building site or event.
Useful before you hire
- Minimum rental is one day. Weekend rental runs from Friday 15:00 to Monday 08:00, at a discounted price.
- Insurance and return inspection are charged in addition to the rental — see rental prices.
- Collect it yourself or have it delivered. We deliver throughout Norway — see transport.
- Instruction is included on collection and delivery. See also the rental terms.
Not sure what you need?
Call +47 948 87 000 and describe the job. We will tell you which machine is right, and whether it is available when you need it.
Portable Honda or QAS on a trailer?
The big divide is between the portable Honda generators and the trailer-mounted Atlas Copco QAS. The Honda EU22i weighs 21 kg and the EU30 35 kg. They lift into the boot of a car, run on petrol and have two standard 230 V outlets each. The EU70i is the largest Honda, at 7 kW, and we have three of them.
The QAS 40 and QAS 45 are in a different class. The QAS 40 weighs around one tonne, runs on diesel and has outlets for single-phase, 16 A, 32 A and 63 A. This is what you need when construction heating, welding or a whole site setup needs power, or when the equipment requires 400 V.
Work it out before you book
Add up the power of everything that will run at the same time. Anything with an electric motor draws much more at the moment it starts, so start one thing at a time. The guide Generator: what size do you need? shows how to work it out, and the difference between kVA and kW.
Don't take the biggest generator just to be on the safe side. A diesel generator that runs for long periods at low load gets clogged with soot. Send us a list of what will be connected instead, and we'll tell you what is enough.
How long does it run on a tank?
The EU22i has a 3-litre tank and uses around 0.9 litres per hour. Its stated maximum run time is 3.2 hours. The EU30 has a 13-litre tank, uses around 1.7 litres per hour and runs for up to 7.6 hours. If you want to power a stand for a whole day with the smallest one, you will need to top up along the way.
The QAS 40 has an 80-litre diesel tank and an average consumption of 8.8 litres per hour. Never refuel while the generator is running.
Placement and safety
The generator must always stand outdoors, with at least one metre of clear space around it and the exhaust pointing away from people and doors. The exhaust contains carbon monoxide. A tent or an open garage is not outdoors.
The large generators are earthed with an earth spike as close to the generator as possible. If the generator is to supply a house or building, an electrician must fit a changeover switch first. Otherwise the power can go out onto the grid. Use hearing protection when working close to the QAS units. We can deliver the generator with our own transport.
Questions and answers
Is the generator safe for computers and card terminals?
The Honda generators are inverter-driven and deliver clean power, so they are suitable for electronics, tills and card terminals.
Which generator do I need for electric construction heating?
Three-phase construction heating needs one of the QAS generators. Add up the output of all the heaters, and stay well below what the generator delivers.
How many kW does a 40 kVA generator deliver?
For the large generators, multiply kVA by 0.8. So the QAS 40 gives 32 kW.
Can the generator stand in a garage or a tent?
No. The exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is lethal. The generator must stand outdoors, with the exhaust pointing away from people.