AJH wrote:
On Mon, 27 Mar 2006 20:17:43 +0100, "Will Dean"
wrote:


I'm sure you know this, but you are definitely into 3phase territory by the
time you're talking about 10kW motors.

I was thinking I might get away with a number of smaller ones, started
in sequence but we'll see.

I'd guess your 20kVA generator is going to cost a few thousand quid a year
to run just in fuel (200*11*4*.33 was my basis for this), so there's a bit
to play with.

Yes at the figures you are quoting the grid connection is a snap
compared with running a generator.

If you can use the recovered heat from the exhaust, then it can be much
less clear.

At least on fuel costs.