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Electrical contractors need tools that help them move from requirement to solution with confidence. For Russell Bryant, Director of Level Electrical Oamaru, Power Hub supported that process on a recent backup power project—delivering clarity, speed, and reliability.
The Contractor Environment
Level Electric has operated since 2006, providing electrical services across rural, dairy, residential, commercial, and industrial applications across North Otago and South Canterbury, New Zealand. Russell and his team focus on practical solutions, fast response times, and dependable outcomes for their customers, particularly when power reliability is critical.
The Challenge
Before using Power Hub, finding the right generator often took a lot of manual work.
“It was hours spent on Google, trying to find reliable generators and compare options.”
The challenge wasn’t identifying a generator category; it was confirming the correct size, trusted specifications, and local availability within a limited timeframe.
First Use of Power Hub
Russell found Power Hub while searching online for a diesel generator. His initial impression was simple.
“The site was not clunky. It was easy to use.”
For contractors managing multiple projects, easy navigation is important. Power Hub offered direct access to the necessary information without added complexity.
Practical Value in the Field
Russell’s key skill was generator sizing, backed by insight into local inventory.
“We knew roughly what size we needed. Power Hub showed us what was available locally, which was very important.”
Using Power Hub, Russell selected a DE605 GC generator for a dairy farming operation, quickly narrowing options and confirming its suitability for the application.
The ability to view and download specification sheets and drawings further enhanced technical review and customer discussions.
Speed and Responsiveness
Once a solution was identified, the process moved quickly.
“The dealer responded quickly after submitting the quote. From quote to purchase, it took five days to deliver it to the site.”
That turnaround helped keep the project on schedule and reduced follow-up effort for both Russell and the customer.
Looking Ahead
Russell found Power Hub to be intuitive and suitable for its purpose.
“For a power solution site, it was fairly easy to navigate.”
Based on this experience, Power Hub will be part of Southbry Limited’s approach to future backup power installations.
“I would recommend this site for other users. I’ll be using it again to size future installations.”
Takeaway
For electrical contractors, Power Hub helps them make informed decisions by integrating sizing tools, product data, and dealer connectivity into a single platform. Russell Bryant’s experience shows how Power Hub enables contractors to efficiently move from requirements to solutions with confidence at every step.
