For Worldwide Release: August, 2020
Release Number: EEPR0820
DEERFIELD, IL –Caterpillar Inc. today announced that Harbor Retirement Associates has recently chosen Ring Power, the local Cat® dealer, to supply standby power solutions for its senior living communities in Wildwood and Lady Lake, Fla.
Ring Power has installed and commissioned Cat C7.1, Cat C9, and Cat C13 diesel generator sets ranging from 150 kW to 400 kW to enhance the standby power capabilities at the 92-unit HarborChase of Wildwood and 96-unit HarborChase of Villages Crossing facilities.
Additionally, Ring Power has supplied sound-attenuated enclosures for the generator sets, on-site diesel fuel storage, and automatic transfer switches. Dealer technicians will provide ongoing maintenance and service through a Customer Value Agreement.
In all, Harbor Retirement Associates has purchased Cat standby power solutions for 16 of its HarborChase facilities throughout the state of Florida.
“Our senior living communities exceed the highest standards for hospitality, elegance and attentive care, and reliable standby power ensures that we will continue to fulfill our mission in the event of a power interruption,” said Alvin Smith, senior director of maintenance for Harbor Retirement Associates. “Ring Power and Caterpillar stand with us by providing the expertise, technology, and support that we need.”
Harbor Retirement Associates offers independent senior living, providing residents with engaging activities and exceptional amenities to meet their need for a vibrant, active lifestyle. Their ability to deliver quality senior care services that allow residents to achieve ongoing comprehensive health is enhanced by this standby power generation system from Caterpillar that delivers reliable backup power. If the power goes out for any reason, residents and their quality of life will not be affected.
Cat dealers around the world offer solutions that ensure critical life support power for some of the world’s largest health care facilities. Additionally, Caterpillar supports health care providers with turnkey testing and reporting solutions that meet Joint Commission requirements and other regulations.
“Every day, residents count on Harbor Retirement Associates’ world-class hospitality, and reliable power is critical for delivering the amenities that elevate their facilities above the rest,” said Jason Kaiser, general manager for Caterpillar Retail Electric Power Solutions. “Ring Power and Caterpillar are committed to helping Harbor Retirement Associates continually exceed the expectations of its residents and their family members.”
Caterpillar delivers innovative power systems engineered for exceptional durability, reliability and value. The company offers worldwide product support, with parts and service available globally through the Cat authorized service and dealer network. In addition, dealer technicians are trained to service every aspect of Cat equipment.
For more information, visit www.cat.com/powergeneration or e-mail Electric_Power@cat.com.
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About Harbor Retirement Associates
Harbor Retirement Associates (“HRA”) is a vertically integrated regional senior living development and management company, focused primarily on Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. HRA is also engaged in the development and operations of Independent Living and Skilled Nursing communities.
HRA operates more than 35 communities in eight states and is partnering on the construction of even more communities in seven additional states. HRA manages over $150 million in revenue and approximately $1 billion in assets while employing 2,000 associates.
About Caterpillar
Since 1925, Caterpillar Inc. has been helping our customers build a better world – making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. With 2019 sales and revenues of $53.8 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Services offered throughout the product life cycle, cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise set Caterpillar apart, providing exceptional value to help our customers succeed. The company principally operates through three primary segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.
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