Briggs & Stratton Unveils Innovative New Modular Power Management System for Standby Generators by GE

MILWAUKEE, Jan. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Briggs & Stratton, exclusive licensee of GE-branded Standby Generators, has advanced the state of the art in residential home standby power with the introduction of its new modular Symphony™ II power management system, exclusively for Generator Systems by GE.  The advanced system is designed for affordable installation and can be customized to proficiently manage the diverse energy demands of the entire home while using a smaller, more fuel efficient standby generator. Featuring scalable remote power controls, the new system uses the home's existing electrical wiring to establish an intelligent network between appliances and a standby generator.

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The Symphony™ II system is the result of over five years of standby power management research and development and expands upon the successful launch of the patented Symphony™ power management controls introduced by Briggs & Stratton in 2009.   "The new system takes power management to a whole new level enabling consumers to establish a personalized Standby Power 'smart grid' in their home to automatically and efficiently manage backup power for the whole house, including the cycling demands of up to eight high wattage appliances," says Michael Betker, marketing manager for Briggs & Stratton.

"The system manages loads using remote power modules that are easily installed directly to the existing home wiring next to each high watt appliance. Installations therefore require less new wiring, take less time, and cost less than typical systems," says Betker.  "Managed whole house generator systems by GE are not only more affordable to own, but the system's simple, low cost installation is really the icing on the cake for consumers looking for the best value in total cost of ownership." 

Proper sizing starts by determining each home's unique energy footprint, and Briggs & Stratton has developed a home energy profile assessment for consumers that will identify the best solution for their home.  "The unparalleled flexibility of the innovative new Symphony II power management system allows consumers to pinpoint their exact unique power requirements, select the most efficient system, and ultimately achieve affordable whole house comfort when the power goes out," says Betker.

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About Briggs & Stratton Corporation

The Briggs & Stratton Corporation (NYSE: BGG) is the world's largest designer, manufacturer and marketer of small engines. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC is North America's number one manufacturer of generators and pressure washers. All products are covered by the industry's most extensive support network of over 30,000 authorized servicing dealers worldwide. For more information, visit:  www.ge.com/generatorsystems or www.briggsandstratton.com.

About GE

GE (NYSE: GE) is a diversified global infrastructure, finance and media company that is built to meet essential world needs. From energy, water, transportation and health, to access to money and information, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. GE is Imagination at Work. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.ge.com.

SOURCE Briggs & Stratton Corporation