Overview#
The Hipower HGM-65 is a 60 kW stationary natural gas standby generator in Hipower's HGM series — a compact natural gas lineup manufactured in Olathe, Kansas. At 60 kW, the HGM-65 provides reliable standby coverage for small-to-mid commercial facilities with existing gas service, eliminating the need for on-site diesel storage and the compliance obligations that accompany it.
CARB certification positions the HGM series for California standby projects where air district compliance is required without a source test. For California facility owners, natural gas standby under CARB certification represents the simplest path to code-compliant emergency power.
Engine Platform#
The HGM-65 is powered by a General Motors Vortec 5.7L V8 naturally aspirated spark-ignited gaseous engine — the same 350 CID small-block platform used in the HGM-55, rated higher at 60 kW. Marathon Electric provides the alternator (model 361PSL1602) with SE350 AVR. Maintenance follows standard spark-ignited gas generator practice: spark plugs and oil changes at 1000-hour intervals, annual gas system inspection.
CARB-Certified for California#
Hipower's HGM series holds CARB certification for stationary natural gas engine applications. California permit-by-rule applies to the HGM-65, enabling standard air district approval without a source test or variance process.
Service and Maintenance#
- Oil and filter: 1000 hours or 12 months
- Spark plugs: 1000 hours
- Air filter: 500 hours
- Gas line and regulator: Annual inspection
- Major overhaul: 30,000 hours
Our Service Experience#
OnPoint Generators maintains natural gas standby generators throughout Northern California. The HGM-65 is a compact, straightforward unit for small commercial applications where natural gas is already the primary energy source.
