Charles Equipment is a full-service industrial engine dealer that also rents power and HVAC. Charles Equipment Energy Systems has specialized in power systems for businesses and government for over 65 years. We are strategically located in the Midwest, providing full service to our customers. You get energy systems tailored to your needs from a name you can trust. Our registered engineers, factory-trained personnel and manufacturers’ assistants make sure your equipment enjoys peak performance.
Power to keep you up and running
SERVING THE MIDWEST SINCE 1960
Business internet, heating and cooling equipment, and lights can’t go down. Your power can’t stop operating. You can’t get left in the dark. Your business requires energy to function, and Charles Equipment Energy Systems can help. We design, install, and maintain backup and prime power generators, cogeneration systems, and mobile and stationary engines and generators manufactured by the industry’s finest. With Charles Equipment Energy Systems, you can lower utility costs, offset escalating fuel prices and count on reliable service. You’ve got our word on it.
65
Years in Business
24/7
Emergency Service
$50mil
Millions of dollars saved due to our reliable generators
5000
Megawatts of power produced
Serving the Midwest since 1960
Power Your Success with Charles Equipment Energy Systems - Midwest's Leading Engine & Generator Experts Since 1960!
We Follow Tried and True Methods
Power Your Success with Charles Equipment Energy Systems – Midwest’s Leading Engine & Generator Experts Since 1960!
When it comes to your business, downtime is not an option. Your power systems must run smoothly, ensuring uninterrupted operations, and keeping you out of the dark. At Charles Equipment Energy Systems, we understand the critical role energy plays in your success. As trusted experts in the industry, we specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining top-of-the-line backup generators, independent power systems, and advanced engine-driven power systems.
Our commitment to excellence is unwavering. With our cutting-edge solutions, you can reduce utility costs and mitigate the impact of soaring fuel prices. Count on us to provide reliable service that never lets you down, backed by decades of experience and a track record of satisfied customers.
The CEES Solutions
Quality Services

New Engines & Generators
- Commercial and Industrial
- Emergency, Standby, Peak Shaving, CHP (Cogeneration)
- Diesel Engines
- Natural Gas, LP Engines
- Biogas & Landfill
- Automatic Transfer Switches
- New Installations & Removals
- Used Equipment Trade-in or buyouts

Parts & Service
- Factory Certified Technicians
- All Manufacturers
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance Programs
- NFPA 110 & JHOC Compliance Testing
- 4MW of Resistive and Reactive Load Banks
- Major & Minor Overhauls
- Oil/Coolant/Fuel Sample Testing

Rental Equipment
- 20KW to 2000KW Trailer Mounted
- Generous Fuel Capacity
- Cable & Distribution Panels
- Diesel Fueling Service Available
- 500 tons of Air Conditioners
- 600kW+ of Electric Heaters
- Setup of equipment by our own Techs
- Delivery by our own drivers

New Engines & Generators
â€¢ï€ Commercial and Industrial
â€¢ï€ Emergency, Standby, Peak Shaving,
CHP (Cogeneration)
â€¢ï€ Diesel Engines
â€¢ï€ Natural Gas, LP Engines
â€¢ï€ Biogas & Landfill
â€¢ï€ Automatic Transfer Switches
â€¢ï€ New Installations & Removals
â€¢ï€ Used Equipment Trade-in or buyouts

Used Engines & Generators
â€¢ï€ Commercial and Industrial
â€¢ï€ Emergency, Standby, Peak Shaving,
CHP (Cogeneration)
â€¢ï€ Diesel Engines
â€¢ï€ Natural Gas, LP Engines
â€¢ï€ Biogas & Landfill
â€¢ï€ Automatic Transfer Switches
â€¢ï€ New Installations & Removals
â€¢ï€ Used Equipment Trade-in or buyouts

Repairs and Maintenance
â€¢ï€ Certified Field Service Technicians
â€¢ï€ All Manufacturers
â€¢ï€ 24/7 Emergency Service
â€¢ï€ Planned Maintenance Programs
â€¢ï€ NFPA 110 & JHOC Compliance Testing
â€¢ï€ Load Bank Testing
â€¢ï€ Infrared Scanning
â€¢ï€ Major & Minor Overhauls
â€¢ï€ Oil/Coolant/Fuel Sample Testing

Equipment Rentals
â€¢ï€ 20KW to 2000KW Trailer Mounted
â€¢ï€ 24 Hour Fuel Capacity on Most
â€¢ï€ Cable & Distribution Panels
â€¢ï€ Diesel Fueling Service Available
â€¢ï€ Air Conditioners and Heaters
â€¢ï€ Delivery by our own drivers
Sustainability
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About Founders
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Steven Marks
CEO
Lara Smith
CTO
John Doe
COO
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