UTE Cat - United Tractor & Equipment (Pvt) Ltd.

In reality, it’s about trust—the kind that keeps your entire building running when everything else stops.

When you’re building something new—a hotel, factory, hospital, or apartment complex—a power cut can quickly turn excitement into stress. Lights go out, elevators freeze, guests complain, and operations come to a halt. Power isn’t just convenience; it’s the lifeline of your building. That’s why choosing the right generator matters more than most people realize.

Start with the Right Power Requirement

The first step in choosing a generator is understanding your exact power requirement. This is where costly mistakes often happen. Oversizing wastes fuel and can damage engines when operating at very low loads. Undersizing leads to overloads, failures, and a short generator lifespan.

Begin by listing all critical equipment that must operate during a power outage—from servers and cold rooms to elevators and production lines. Consider both running power and starting surge, especially for air conditioners, compressors, and motors. Decide on your operating mode: standby power for grid outages (most common in Sri Lanka) or prime power for sites that rely mainly on generators. Always include a 20–30% buffer for future expansion. UTE supports customers with accurate load calculations to get this right from the start.

Choosing the Right Generator

Once the load is defined, selecting the generator becomes straightforward. CAT® generators primarily use diesel fuel, offering proven reliability and easy availability across Sri Lanka. Your required kW output is matched to the correct kVA model for optimal performance.

CAT® engines feature advanced combustion technology, electronic controls, and remote monitoring through CAT® Product Link™ telematics. This results in higher fuel efficiency, optimized reliability, and reduced emissions. Customers can choose between sound-attenuated canopy generators or open-type units suitable for industrial environments and custom generator rooms with acoustic treatment.

Installation, Compliance & Safety

Proper installation is just as critical as selecting the generator itself. Units must be installed on a solid concrete foundation with adequate ventilation, correct exhaust routing, and compliant fuel storage systems. An Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is essential to detect grid failures and restore power automatically.

UTE ensures every installation complies with ISO, IEE, PUCSL, CEA, and all relevant environmental and noise regulations—protecting both your investment and your reputation.

Why the Right Supplier Matters

In Sri Lanka, the supplier is as important as the generator. Long-term reliability depends on genuine parts, expert servicing, and dependable after-sales support—not just the initial sale.

UTE – Sri Lanka’s Trusted Backup Power Partner

This is where United Tractor & Equipment (Pvt) Ltd (UTE) stands apart. With over 75 years of experience, UTE is Sri Lanka’s most trusted backup power solutions provider and the exclusive authorized dealer for Caterpillar®.

UTE supplies genuine CAT® generators engineered for Sri Lanka’s climate, renowned for durability, efficiency, and advanced technology. The range spans from 12 kVA to 4000 kVA, covering small commercial applications to large industrial power requirements. Higher capacities can also be achieved through multiple generator paralleling.

As the sole authorized Caterpillar dealer in Sri Lanka, UTE provides full factory backing, including 5-year extended service coverage, with options to extend up to 10 years. Customers benefit from 24/7 technical support, preventive maintenance contracts, expert engineering solutions, and a large inventory of genuine CAT® parts—experience built over decades powering hotels, hospitals, factories, and major institutions.