At POWERGEN 2026, talk about the what, how and when of power generation dominated just about every discussion. What are the options, how much power can we get, and when can we get it? Headquartered in Loveland, Colorado, Mesa Power Solutions has created a suite of products and service models that are designed to answer all of those questions and more.
Originally utilized in remote oil field environments, Mesa’s systems have evolved in a big way. Unlike traditional generators that require lengthy warm-up cycles, their systems can achieve a near-instantaneous transition to full power output. Their solutions are extremely adaptable, capable of delivering the raw power needed by heavy industrial sites as well as the high-availability requirements of data centers and small-scale commercial applications.
Dominating the booth was the Mesa PowerCore natural gas generator platform, which serves as a potential foundation for next-generation distributed energy resources (DERs). Specifically designed for industrial-scale demand response, peak shaving, and islanded microgrid applications, the PowerCore utilizes a highly scalable modular design. Engineers can deploy these units in standardized trains of up to four units per side, allowing for seamless multi-megawatt scaling. To reduce onsite commissioning time and complexity, each unit features integrated cable trays and high-capacity fuel manifolds. Additionally, the combustion cycle is tuned for ultra-low emissions to meet what can be strict regulatory requirements for large-scale stationary installations.
The GX22 Engine might be the best example of the versatility that Mesa provides. The engine block generates a substantial 500kW (0.5 MW) from a compact form factor. For heavy industrial loads or utility-scale integration, these modular assets can be paralleled to reach 1.2 MW and beyond. This flexibility allows for deep integration with PV arrays, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and utility-grade microgrids, providing stakeholders with a variety of options to answer those what, how and when questions associated with their power needs…