When the lights go out and the tills go down, you’re not just losing money – you’re losing customer trust. Power failures in retail environments can cause significant disruption, damage stock, and impact future business. For Facilities Managers, Procurement Teams, and senior decision-makers, ensuring power continuity is critical to protect revenue and reputation.
For over 40 years, Shenton Group has supported supermarkets, retail parks, shopping centres, and independent stores with dependable power solutions. We understand the unique challenges of high-footfall environments and the importance of uninterrupted service for both operational and financial performance.
There’s no better insurance for large retail premises than a standby generator paired with a UPS system to bridge the power gap. This combination ensures tills, lighting, refrigeration, and critical systems remain operational during outages, protecting revenue and customer experience.
When a permanent generator isn’t required, our Power Call emergency generator rental connection service provides rapid response and peace of mind.
Speak to our experts today to discuss tailored power solutions for your site.
See how we’ve helped leading retail brands maintain power continuity and protect their operations:
A leading aerospace manufacturer required urgent temporary power to support essential weekend testing. Shenton Group stepped in with a rapid‑response solution, delivering and commissioning a fully resilient system within one week.
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Discover how Shenton Group delivered rapid-response, centralised power solutions to over 100 critical healthcare sites – meeting every emergency SLA and transforming risk into reliability.
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A major gas network provider was facing critical disruptions due to unreliable generator maintenance. We stepped in with a tailored solution to keep their operations running smoothly – 24/7.
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Explore how Shenton Group powered one of the UK’s leading water utility companies with turnkey generator solutions – including generator for hire UK, standby generator supply, and nationwide generator servicing for utilities.
Sector: Manufacturing Products/ Services The project included six rental generators of varying sizes: one 800 kVA, three 500 kVA, one 300 kVA, and one 200 kVA, supported by six bulk fuel tanks. Additional equipment included cables, delivery, installation, fuel management, cable ramps, and a load bank. Background This case study showcases Shenton Group’s expertise in … Continued
Sector: PharmaceuticalsLocation: Liverpool Products/ Services Background A global biopharmaceutical company, based in the north west of the UK, was expanding due to the increase in demand for pharmaceutical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further manufacturing and cold storage were required on-site, and temporary power was needed for this expansion. Project Overview Shenton Group was tasked … Continued
Client: Wiltshire CouncilSector: Local AuthorityLocation: Porton Down Products/Services Background Porton Science Park provides a platform for Science and Technology to innovate in an environment that welcomes and supports new business start ups. Working in partnership with Wiltshire council and DSTL (the Ministry of Defence’s Defence and Science Technology Laboratory), who are an existing customer, Shenton … Continued
Client: Amazon Direct Sector: Distribution Location: Tilbury Products/ Services Background Amazon Direct is one of the largest distributors in the UK with over 30 warehouses operating currently. In 2021 an unplanned service requirement arose in one of Amazon’s distribution centres, which resulted in the requirement for a rental generator. Shenton Group were asked to provide … Continued
Shenton Group’s solution provides the Bristol City Council network with huge electrical and heat savings and provides reductions in the city’s environmental impact.
Marble Arch Place, located on Bayswater Road, Marylebone, London, is a new mixed-use development. Shenton Group designed, supplied and installed the life safety and backup power solution for the site.
Client: Gratte BrothersSector: Mixed-Use Development Location: Soho, London Products/Services Background Ilona Rose House, set in the heart of Soho, London, is a 31,0,00sqm new-build project spread over 13 floors, including four below ground. With a build cost of £100m, the development will contain shops, restaurants, bars, offices, residential apartments, a gallery and a nightclub. Shenton Group … Continued
Senior Project Manager, Major Technology Company
Hi Julie, I’ve now completed the project to upgrade the datacentre UPS/generator and handed over… …I should like to thank you and all of your colleagues for your hard work in helping us achieve a great result.
Sat, October 01, 2011 – IT Manager, Lift Manufacturers
Sat, October 01, 2011 – IT Manager, Lift Manufacturers The installation of the air conditioning was completed on time and to our complete satisfaction.
Thurs, August 06, 2015 – Electrical Engineer, Consultant Company
Thurs, August 06, 2015 – Electrical Engineer, Consultant Company Thanks. I cannot speak highly enough of both [CPD] presentations from Richard.
Fri, July 29, 2011 – Manager – Theatre
Fri, July 29, 2011 – Manager – Theatre We didn’t want to have to buy another generator, so contacted shentongroup to see if it was possible to change it from single to three phase power. The company has always looked after us very well so we knew we could rely on them, and, needless to say, … Continued
Mon, February 9, 2015 – Telecommunications Officer, Major Aerospace Company
Mon, February 9, 2015 – Telecommunications Officer, Major Aerospace Company Good Morning David, I would just like to drop you a few lines of praise for the company. I am really impressed by the service we have received from, survey, to quote, delivery and installation of the above subject, overall a very satisfied customer and, … Continued
Thu, April 25, 2013 – Electrical Reseller
Thu, April 25, 2013 – Electrical Reseller Thanks for the efficient service at the University yesterday; the customer was delighted with how it went.
Sun, July 31, 2013 – Construction Project Manager for UK and Ireland at Large Retail Property Investment Company
Wed, July 31, 2013 – Construction Project Manager for UK and Ireland at Large Retail Property Investment Company I have had the chance to review the installation works on the new SO generator; and wanted to say that I am happy with the standard of works. Walking the installation, everything looks to be good and … Continued
Wed, August 31, 2016 – Project Manager, M&E Company
Wed, August 31, 2016 – Project Manager, M&E Company Good morning thanks for all your efforts yesterday, our mutual client has expressed his thanks for a great response and I would like to thank everyone for the support I received in helping our client of 25 years plus. This response is one of the reasons why … Continued
Building Service Manager – Large M&E Company
James, today’s training went well. Please let your mangers know Alex continued to be very thorough and professional when carrying out his work.
Tues, October 28, 2014 – Manager, Important Historical Building
Tues, October 28, 2014 – Manager, Important Historical Building I’d would like to thank you and the Shenton Group for acting so quickly in removing the generator from site. This has enabled the restoration works at ********* to take place and with a few days grace so we are all delighted. I understand that the … Continued
Thu, November 01, 2012 – Technical Sales Engineer, Reseller
Thu, November 01, 2012 – Technical Sales Engineer, Reseller Thank you for the professional quote sent in the post and the mints to go with. I’ve never seen anyone in the years I’ve been in this industry, send a quote quite like this. If the quotes are this good, service must be outstanding.
Wed, September 18, 2013 – Prepayment Operations & Client Manager for a Global Technology Company
Wed, September 18, 2013 – Prepayment Operations & Client Manager for a Global Technology Company Just to let you know that all went well and install is completed. Thanks for a strerling job once again. Pass my thanks onto Alex and Andrew.
