Over 75 years, Curtis Engine has developed a reputation and the credentials as a preferred provider of diesel and natural gas generator systems and planned and emergency generator maintenance services for critical power projects located throughout Maryland, Delaware, Washington, D.C. and Virginia.

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Emergency Services

Our highly skilled and factory-trained technicians provide planned maintenance, repairs, and testing services for on-site power systems of all makes and models, and are able to respond to an emergency 24 hours a day.

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Power Projects

Our experienced engineers work to design, specify equipment, and supply and integrate all power system components ranging from basic emergency backup systems to highly complex prime power and co-generation systems.

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Careers

We have developed a culture that attracts "power generation professionals" and we are always seeking experienced sales engineers and technicians who share our passion and commitment to the power generation market.

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COVID-19 Update

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to evolve, Curtis Engine is aggressively monitoring the situation and we are taking measures to support our employees, who support you - our customers, business partners, and our community.

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Recent Projects

VAMC Perry Point

Backup power for the Potable Water System improvements at the VA Hospital at Perry Point, MD

Cox Creek WRF

Emergency standby backup power system for upgrades to the Cox Creek WRF in Anne Arundel County, MD

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Curtis Engine and Western Branch Diesel Power Generation Division Announce Merger

BALTIMORE, Maryland, and PORTSMOUTH, Virginia – July 2, 2020 – Curtis Engine & Equipment Co., Inc. and Western Branch Diesel today announced that they have closed on a transaction merging Curtis Engine & Equipment Co., Inc. (Curtis Engine) with Western Branch Diesel LLC’s Power Generation Division. The new company will go to market as Curtis Power Solutions, LLC.

Emergency vs. Standby Systems: What is the Difference?

The term “Emergency Generator” is often used incorrectly to describe the generator used to provide backup power to a facility. Officially, as defined by NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), there are four types of backup or standby power systems: Emergency Systems, Legally Required Standby Systems, Optional Standby Systems and Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS). Understanding the differences among these system classifications is important for determining which codes and standards apply and for what the design, installation, inspection, maintenance and testing requirements are for the backup power system.

Now Hiring: Power Generation Professionals

Founded in 1944, Curtis Engine is a highly-specialized provider of world-class power generation equipment and services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.  We are a growing company and always looking for customer-service oriented, knowledgeable, intelligent, and ambitious sales engineers and generator field service technicians. 

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