When Your Loads Are Fixed and Each One Needs Its Own Protected Circuit... Rent a Distribution Panel.
A temporary distribution panel distributes power from a single generator or transformer source to multiple breakered branch circuits, each independently protected and sized to the specific load it feeds, and configured to your project requirements before delivery.
When all loads share one unbreakered output, a fault anywhere takes everything offline. A distribution panel gives each load its own circuit and its own protection, so a problem in one area stays contained while the rest of the site continues operating without interruption. This separation of circuits reduces the risk of cascading failures, keeps critical equipment running during isolated faults, and gives crews a more organized and manageable temporary power setup across demanding jobsite and industrial environments.
What Can a Distribution Panel Handle?
Distribution panels are configured to your project before delivery. Tell us your total amp load, circuit count, and voltage requirements and we will have it set up before the truck leaves the yard. Sizing depends on generator output, total connected load, circuit count, voltage configuration, and how power needs to be distributed across the site or facility.
Small to Mid Projects
Up to 200A
Construction site distribution, light industrial maintenance, and temporary facility power where multiple fixed circuits are required from a single source.
Mid to Large Projects
200–400A
Facility maintenance shutdowns, switchgear replacement, and longer-duration projects requiring organized power routing to multiple stationary loads.
Heavy Industrial
400A+
Large facility operations requiring high-amperage organized distribution. Contact us for custom configurations. We can pair with an iLine panel for larger requirements.
For projects requiring more than 400A of organized distribution with custom breaker configurations, consider upgrading to an iLine Panel or combining both for maximum site flexibility.
The Cost of Unorganized Temporary Power Distribution
What Happens When All Loads Share One Unprotected Output?
When every load on a jobsite connects to a single unbreakered generator output, a single overload or fault anywhere takes everything offline simultaneously. There is no isolation, no circuit-level protection, and no way to restore partial power while troubleshooting the source. Many distribution failures do not come from the generator itself, but from how power is organized and routed once it leaves the output terminals.
| Issue | Potential Cost |
|---|---|
| Full Site Work Stoppage | Hours of downtime |
| OSHA Wiring Citation | Up to $15,625 |
| Electrical Incident | $50K–$1M+ |
Unprotected feeder runs and overloaded temporary connections can create voltage drop, overheated wiring, nuisance trips, and unstable equipment performance. Compressors, welders, pumps, HVAC systems, and other industrial equipment may not receive stable or balanced power, increasing wear on motors and electrical components while creating inconsistent operation across the site. In demanding industrial environments, even minor distribution problems can result in expensive downtime and project delays.
Beyond reliability, improvised temporary wiring creates significant OSHA exposure. Unprotected conductors, undersized connections, and missing GFCI protection are among the most cited electrical violations on construction and industrial sites, each carrying fines up to $15,625 per violation. A properly configured distribution panel eliminates both risks by giving each circuit its own breaker protection, isolating faults before they affect the rest of the site, and providing a safer and more organized temporary power infrastructure from day one. Contact Us with your circuit count and amperage requirements before your project start date.
Distribution Panel vs. Spider Box
Not Sure Which Unit You Need?
Both distribute power from a generator. The key difference is structure. Spider boxes give you multiple outlet types at one portable point, while distribution panels give each load its own protected circuit from a fixed hub.
Distribution Panel
Independently Protected Circuits
Each branch circuit has its own breaker rated to the specific load, so a fault on one circuit does not affect any other.
Configured Before Delivery
Best For Circuit count and breaker ratings set to your project specifications. Tell us AMP load, circuit count, and voltage requirements.
Best For
Fixed stationary loads, facility maintenance, longer-duration construction, and projects where circuit organization and protection are priorities.
Spider Box
Portable Multi-Outlet Access
20A, 30A, and 50A outlets in one portable unit. GFCI-protected and weatherproof. No hardwiring required.
Repositionable
Move it across the site as your crew and equipment move. Best when power needs shift location throughout the project.
Best For
Construction sites, outdoor events, shipyards, and temporary work areas where mobile power distribution is needed.
Rent A Distribution Panel With a Generator
Combine a distribution panel rental with one of our 20kW to 2000kW diesel generators for a complete temporary power solution from one vendor and one delivery wherever your project is located.
20kW
Smallest in fleet
2,000kW
Largest in fleet
Same-day
Dispatch available