Industrial Generator Rental
Industrial & Commercial Generator Rental Services
Looking for reliable industrial generator rental solutions? Our comprehensive service specialises in large industrial diesel generator hire and temporary generator rentals designed to meet the demands of any project size. Whether you require powerful, commercial-grade generators for short-term use or long-term industrial power backup, we provide dependable, efficient equipment to keep your operations running smoothly. Our modern fleet is maintained by expert technicians, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime. Contact us today for competitive rates and flexible industrial generator rental packages tailored to your specific power requirements.
Why Choose Shenton for Generator Hire?
✅ Nationwide Coverage – We deliver and install rental generators quickly and efficiently across the UK, ensuring rapid response wherever you are.
✅ Scheduled Servicing Included – Every generator hire contract includes regular servicing by our certified engineers, keeping your equipment reliable and compliant.
✅ 24/7 Expert Support – Enjoy round-the-clock support from our experienced team, ready to resolve any issue to keep your power running smoothly.
✅ Comprehensive Rental Packages – Need more than just a generator? We supply cables, fuel tanks, AMF panels, distribution panels, security locks, and refuelling services with everything tailored to your project as part of the package.
✅ Trusted Industry Experts – With decades of experience in industrial generator rental, Shenton is your dependable partner for robust, scalable power solutions.
Shenton Group always responded quickly to any queries, which made things much easier, as most people need to be chased. We were very comfortable working with them and very impressed at their willingness to work at a time that fitted with our schedule
Managing Director, Data Telecoms Company
Other Generator Hire Products and Services
Road Towable Fleet
- Many of our rental generators up to 200kVA are road-towable, allowing for easy delivery to hard-to-reach locations using our 4×4 fleet. Ideal for temporary generator rentals and diesel generator hire, this solution ensures flexibility across diverse sites and industries.
HIAB Lifting Services
- For larger units over 200kVA, our expert HIAB teams provide safe and accurate lifting and placement of your generator. This is particularly valuable for commercial and industrial generator hire, where access and positioning are critical.
‘Baby Sitting’ On-Site Engineering
- Our unique ‘Baby Sitting’ service offers on-site engineering support for critical applications, planned shutdowns, or high-dependency environments. This ensures your industrial generator rental performs reliably throughout your hire period.
Fuel Management
- Avoid downtime with our end-to-end fuel management service. We monitor and replenish fuel levels proactively, supporting long-term generator hire needs, from events and site power to backup and emergency operations.
Comprehensive Project Management
- We manage every aspect of your rental, from the initial site survey through delivery, installation, on-site monitoring, fuel supply, and final removal. Our turnkey generator hire solutions guarantee smooth and professional execution, particularly for large generator rentals.
Flexible, 24/7 Generator Hire Solutions
- Whether you’re planning a site shutdown or need short-term power at short notice, we offer flexible generator hire services tailored to your needs, available 24/7 for complete peace of mind.
Commercial Generator Hire From The Industry Experts
As a leading provider of generator hire services, Shenton Group offers nationwide coverage, enabling rapid response to your power needs with prompt delivery and professional installation of rental equipment. Every generator rental includes scheduled servicing and is backed by our 24/7 support team, ensuring reliability and peace of mind. Whether you’re looking for diesel or gas generator hire, temporary generator rentals for events, commercial or industrial generator hire, residential backup solutions, or large-scale project generator hire, we deliver tailored power solutions built around your requirements.
Towable Generator Hire

Ranging from 30kVA 1phase to 200kVA 3phase road towable generators are great for getting to remote and difficult locations. Towed to site with our fleet of 4X4 vehicles.
Trailer Mounted Generators

From 800kVA to 1250kVA our trailer mounted generators fully equipped with everything needed including bulk fuel tanks and cables, are delivered and positioned on site by our qualified drivers for a quick turnaround solution.
Static Generators

All our static generators are delivered by HIAB and can be position into almost any location. These generators range from 30kVA 1phase to 800kVA 3phase.
Shenton Group – The Best in Temporary Generator Hire
Whether you need to hire a generator for a few hours or several years, we’ve got you covered. Our experienced team will tailor a generator hire package to meet your exact requirements, ensuring you have everything you need, when you need it, with exceptional value for money.
Difficult Access
Many of our rental fleet up to 200kVA are road towable meaning deliveries to difficult locations with our fleet of 4x4s is possible. Any generators larger than this, our skilled HIAB teams can lift and skate your rental generator to exactly where you want it.
Get An On-Site Expert
For critical applications or shut-downs Shenton Group offer the complete ‘Baby Sitting’ service for your rental generator. This means we can have one of our engineers on site whilst you have a rental to ensure should anything go wrong, help is on hand.
Fuel Management
Whether your rental generator is installed as a backup in case of a mains failure, for an event or to power machinery, be sure that you have considered fuel management. Shenton Group can provide fuel level monitoring to ensure that your fuel is replenished and power continuity maintained.
Project Management
From carrying out an initial site survey right through delivery, install, monitoring, baby sitting of your generator and fuel management, we will look after your complete rental project. Whether its for a pre-planned shut-down, long or short-term rental or 50/60Hz, we can provide the solution to meet your needs 24/7/365.
Cable Management and Distribution
Shenton Group can offer the rental of all cables and necessary distribution. Using our own equipment our team can either just deliver or carry out the full installation ensuring everything is left neat and tidy.
Accessories
We understand it’s the small details that matter so ask our team if they think there are any accessories you should have with your rental. Shenton Group can supply the necessary protective barriers, fuel spill kits or cable covers.
Emergency Generator Hire
For some organisations, an unexpected power loss could have disastrous effects. The healthcare sector relies on 24/7 power availability to support life-saving equipment. Similarly, the finance sector depends on continuous power to keep systems operational. A power drop could cause significant disruptions, from customers being unable to access their money to severe security implications.
Do you have a disaster recovery plan in place to protect your business? Consider our emergency generator hire, offering 24-hour generator hire and rental services. Ensure your business’s continuity with our reliable emergency power generator rental subscription.
Do you need a guaranteed response time? Do you need guaranteed equipment availability?
For a fixed annual fee, we will put together a bespoke disaster recovery plan and issue you with your unique contract number. Call our 24/7 Helpdesk and quote your contract number and we will initiate your emergency generator hire.
Generator Hire Accessories
Customers who choose Shenton Group as their temporary generator supplier will soon understand that the ‘hire’ is just a small part of our generator rental services. Our experts can support you with all the necessary equipment to ensure you have a reliable power supply including:
- Fuel tanks
- AMF panels
- Transformers
- Cabling
- Distribution panels
- Temporary fencings
- Cable covers and ramps
- Acoustic Panels
Our team can either just deliver the generator to your site or carry out the full installation ensuring the generator is connected properly and cable runs are left safe, secure and tidy. Our experienced team members will also be able to advise on any additional accessories or equipment that you may need for the duration of the hire.
Generator Hire FAQ’s
Our generator rental rates vary based on the power capacity and duration of the rental. Please contact our sales team for specific pricing tailored to your requirements.
Sizing a rental generator involves assessing your power needs based on the equipment and appliances you plan to operate. Factors such as wattage, voltage, and load capacity are considered to ensure optimal performance.
The lifespan of a commercial generator varies depending on usage, maintenance, and quality. Our generators are maintained to industry standards for reliability and longevity.
Running a generator continuously for 24 hours incurs fuel and maintenance costs. For specific cost estimates, including fuel consumption rates and service charges, please consult with our team.
Operating costs for generators in the UK include fuel expenses, maintenance, and any additional services required. Contact us to get accurate cost projections tailored to your location and operational needs.