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Established in 1904, STAMFORD | AvK provide the ultimate power solution for world-class expertise 24/7 global lifecycle support, as the world's energy demands evolve. STAMFORD® and AvK® alternators are renowned throughout the power generation industry for dependability and pioneering innovation, from 7.5-11,200kVA. Peace of mind is guaranteed in a range of applications including marine, telecoms, standby and critical protection, CHP, rail and prime power. Versatility is key for STAMFORD® and AvK® alternators, from the array of segments they operate in, to expertise in flexibility of engine and prime mover integration.

Headquartered in England, UK, STAMFORD | AvK has complete global coverage, with regional offices, manufacturing facilities and partner dealers. STAMFORD | AvKalternators are produced in several manufacturing facilities across the world: Xinrong (China), Xiangjiang (China), Craiova (Romania), Ahmednagar (India), Ranjangaon (India) and the Alternator Technology Centre in Stamford (UK). Operating in over 116 countries, STAMFORD | AvK also offers global aftermarket support throught an extensive Authorised Parts and Service Dealer network, who are on-hand for expertise, service and maintenance and parts.

STAMFORD | AvK is the market name for Cummins Generator Technologies, part of Cummins Inc.. Cummins inc is a global power leader and Fortune 500 corporation, with business segments that design, manufacture, distribute and service a broad portfolio of power solutions. The STAMFORD | AvK business operates independently, committed to providing the versatile alternator brand value of STAMFORD® and AvK® alternators to a range of partners throughout the power generation industry.  

Our values

Our core company values focus on five areas to drive our business:

  • Integrity – Doing what you say you will do and doing what is right
  • Diversity and Inclusion – Valuing and including our differences in decision making is our competitive advantage
  • Caring – Demonstrating awareness and consideration for the well-being of others
  • Excellence – Always delivering superior results
  • Teamwork – Collaborating across teams, functions, businesses and borders to deliver the best work

Our history

We have a long-established history in the power generation industry dating back to 1904, delivering value, innovation and excellence to our customers for over 100 years. To discover more about where we came from and the products that we manufactured visit our Heritage pages.

Our alternators

We manufacture our alternators in six facilities across the globe under the world-renowned STAMFORD® and AvK® brands. To learn about the capabilities of our alternators visit the STAMFORD® or AvK® product pages.

How to contact us

You can contact us online about anything from new sales, technical support, parts and service assistance, training packages or other general enquiries using our contact form.

Head Office

STAMFORD | AvK
(Cummins Generator Technologies),
Fountain Court, Lynch Wood,
Peterborough,
United Kingdom,
PE2 6FZ