When your facility demands unwavering power reliability, the NGG-2630 Natural Gas Generator delivers industrial-grade performance engineered for decades of 24/7 operation. This isn’t backup power—this is prime power built to run continuously in the harshest environments from arctic mining operations to desert oil fields.
Empower IT, in partnership with Progen Industries, brings you 60+ years of American power generation expertise in a single, proven platform. The NGG-2630 combines medium-speed engine advantages with fuel flexibility, delivering the lowest total cost of ownership in its class while meeting the most demanding reliability standards.
Unlike high-speed generators that wear out quickly under continuous load, the Progen 2630K’s two-stroke medium-speed engine operates at just 900 RPM—reducing mechanical stress and extending component life by years. The result: operations and maintenance costs 3-4 times lower than competing high-speed units, with dramatically longer intervals between overhauls.
This is the engine that powers remote gold mines in Alaska, emergency facilities for major cities, 100MW utility plants in the Middle East, and critical infrastructure across six continents. Over 1,000 MW of installed Progen capacity worldwide proves what happens when American engineering meets real-world demands.
Grid failures don’t wait for generators to ramp up. The NGG-2630 accepts full rated load in a single step per NFPA 110 standards, with 110% block load capability for superior performance under the most demanding circumstances. Whether supporting data center operations, manufacturing processes, or utility grid stabilization, this system responds in seconds—not minutes.
Your fuel supply shouldn’t limit your power options. The NGG-2630 platform supports:
This flexibility protects you from fuel price volatility, supply disruptions, and changing environmental regulations—ensuring your power generation remains economically viable for decades.
Every NGG-2630 includes Progen’s proprietary Genesys AI control system—a PLC-based platform with over 48 engine sensors providing real-time monitoring of every critical parameter. This isn’t consumer-grade automation; this is industrial intelligence designed to eliminate unplanned outages before they occur.
Predictive analytics analyze performance trends to forecast maintenance needs. Remote monitoring via SCADA enables multi-site management from anywhere globally. Automatic load sharing and synchronization allows parallel operation of multiple units for MW-scale deployments.
Containerized Mobile Units:
Stationary Powerhouse Installations:
✓ Prime Power for Remote Operations – Mining, oil & gas, island communities
✓ Utility-Scale Generation – Base load, peaking, grid support (scalable to 100+ MW)
✓ Commercial Peak Shaving – Demand charge reduction, utility cost stabilization
✓ Data Center Reliability – Tier III/IV continuous power with N+1 redundancy
✓ Emergency & Backup Power – Hospitals, municipal facilities, critical infrastructure
✓ Microgrid Integration – Renewable hybrid systems with generator backup
✓ Industrial Facilities – Manufacturing, refineries, chemical plants
✓ EV Charging Infrastructure – Grid buffering, demand management
2.63MW natural gas generator with 110% block load acceptance. Medium-speed reliability for prime power, peak shaving, and microgrid applications. Progen engineered.
| Specification | NGG-2630 |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | |
| Model | EMD 16-710 |
| Configuration | 16-Cylinder, 45° V |
| Cycle | Two-Stroke |
| Speed | 900 RPM |
| Bore x Stroke | 230.2mm x 279.4mm (9.1″ x 11″) |
| Displacement | 186.2L (11,360 cu in) |
| Weight | 18,000 kg (39,683 lbs) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5,563mm x 1,750mm x 2,750mm (219″ x 68″ x 108″) |
| POWER OUTPUT | |
| Continuous Rating | 2,630 kW (3,520 BHP) |
| Block Load Acceptance | 110% of rated load |
| BMEP | 155 psi nominal |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Primary Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load | 372 SCFM (536 MCFD) |
| Fuel Consumption @ 75% Load | 274 SCFM (394 MCFD) |
| Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load | 205 SCFM (296 MCFD) |
| Fuel LHV (Natural Gas) | 33.74 kJ/L (905 Btu/cu ft) |
| Alternative Fuels | Diesel, Biodiesel, HFO, Off-Spec Gas, Dual-Fuel |
| GENERATOR | |
| Type | Three-Phase Brushless |
| Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Excitation | Brushless |
| Rating | Continuous |
| Voltage | Various Options (specify at order) |
| Drive | Single Bearing, SAE 00 Flywheel Housing |
| COOLING SYSTEM | |
| Radiator Type | Forced Draft, Vertical Discharge |
| Design Ambient | 40°C (104°F) |
| Jacket Water Flow (HT Circuit) | 925-1,100 GPM |
| Jacket Water Temp (Into Engine) | 175-185°F |
| Jacket Water Temp (From Engine) | 184-196°F |
| Heat Rejection (Total) | 109,000 BTU/min (jacket water + lube oil) |
| Aftercooler Water Flow | 200-420 GPM |
| LUBE OIL SYSTEM | |
| Operating Pressure | 60-100 psi |
| Oil Temperature (Into Engine) | 170-195°F |
| Oil Temperature (From Engine) | 190-215°F |
| Main Lube Oil Pump Capacity | 229 GPM |
| Scavenging Oil Pump Capacity | 450 GPM |
| Consumption Rate (Nominal) | 0.45 gal/hr |
| EXHAUST SYSTEM | |
| Exhaust Gas Volume | 25,000 CFM |
| Exhaust Gas Temperature | 600°F |
| Maximum Back Pressure | 6 inches H₂O |
| Silencer Noise Reduction | 25-30 dBA |
| Exhaust Stack Diameter | 22″ nominal |
| AIR INTAKE SYSTEM | |
| Intake Air Volume | 13,000 CFM @ 14.7 psi, 115°F |
| Filtration | Two-Stage (Inertial + Baggie) |
| Differential Pressure Monitoring | Included |
| STARTING SYSTEM | |
| Type | Air Start (Turbine Motor) |
| Starting Air Pressure | 200 psi |
| Number of Air Starters | 2 |
| Average Air Flow During Cranking | 20 ft³/s |
| CONTROL SYSTEM | |
| Platform | Genesys AI (Progen Proprietary) |
| Controller | PLC-Based (Basler DGC-2020-HD) |
| Interface | Color Touchscreen HMI |
| Sensors | 48+ (Analog & Digital I/O) |
| Communications | Modbus TCP/IP, SCADA Compatible |
| Monitoring | Real-time + Historical Data Trending |
| Features | Predictive Analytics, Remote Monitoring, Auto Sync |
| SWITCHGEAR & PROTECTION | |
| Generator Circuit Breaker | Low Voltage (Included) |
| Current Transformers | 3 |
| Potential Transformers | 3-Phase Delta (Generator) + 1-Phase Delta (Bus) |
| Voltage Regulator | Included |
| Paralleling | Manual + Auto with Sync-Check |
| Protection Relaying | Utility-Grade |
| DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT (CONTAINERIZED) | |
| Container Size | 20ft Standard |
| Approximate Footprint | 160 sq ft |
| Total System Weight | ~45,000 kg (estimated with container) |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -40°F to 115°F (with appropriate options) |
| Design Altitude | Sea level (derate for altitude) |
| Relative Humidity | 0-100% |
| Seismic Certification | Available (IBC 2000/2006/2009, CBC 2007) |
| EMISSIONS & COMPLIANCE | |
| Standards | Configurable for local regulations |
| Emission Control Options | SCR, Catalytic, HRSG Integration Available |
| NFPA 110 Compliance | Yes (100% single-step load acceptance) |
| ISO 8528-5 Compliance | Yes (transient response) |
| WARRANTY & SUPPORT | |
| Standard Warranty | Contact for details |
| Extended Warranty | Available |
| Service | Progen Global Service Network |
| Parts Availability | OEM and Aftermarket Options |
| Remote Support | 24/7 via Genesys AI Remote Monitoring |