Portable modular enclosure for engine-generator set

Abstract

A genset enclosure includes a skid platform, a plurality of gusset members, a plurality of roof supports, and a first plurality of sidewall panels and a second plurality of sidewall panels. The gusset members are spaced apart along an outer perimeter of the skid platform and are coupled to the skid platform using fasteners. The gusset members are arranged in opposing pairs positioned on opposing lateral ends of the skid platform. Each gusset member defines a first portion extending upward from the skid platform orthogonal to an upper surface of the skid platform and a second portion disposed at an upper end of the first portion and extending orthogonal to the first portion and toward a centerline of the skid platform. The gusset members support the plurality of roof supports and the first and second pluralities of sidewall panels to form an enclosed volume.

Description

[0001] Cross Reference to Related Patent Applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 085,463, filed September 30, 2020, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] The present disclosure relates generally to enclosures for housing engines and generators.

[0004] BACKGROUND

[0005] Generator sets (also referred to as “gensets”) can be used for physical power generation in various applications (e.g., backup / standby power applications, etc.). Generator sets generally include an engine and an electric power generator coupled to the engine. The engine is configured to mechanically drive the generator, which in turn is capable of generating electricity. The engine and generator can be housed within an enclosure that allows the generator set to be operated outdoors and withstands extreme environments of temperature, humidity, precipitation (e.g., rain, snow, ice, etc.), and other factors. In some cases, the enclosure is made from an intermodal shipping container (e.g., an ISO container, a freight container, a sea container, etc.) that is sized to house the entire generator set and any ancillary equipment (e.g., cooling equipment, etc.) required to operate the generator set. However, due to the limited availability of different container sizes, the footprint of the entire generator set system is often larger than what is required. In other words, these containers can need to be oversized to ensure that the enclosure can house the entire generator set system. Moreover, standard sized intermodal shipping containers cannot be easily modified to accommodate different cooling systems or ancillary equipment that can be used with the generator set.

[0006] SUMMARY

[0007] One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a genset enclosure. The genset enclosure includes a skid platform, a plurality of gusset members, a plurality of roof supports, a first plurality of sidewall panels, and a second plurality of sidewall panels. The gusset members are spaced apart along an outer perimeter of the skid platform and are coupled to the skid platform using fasteners. The gusset members are arranged in opposing pairs positioned on opposing lateral ends of the skid platform. Each gusset member defines a first portion extending upward from the skid platform orthogonal to an upper surface of the skid platform and a second portion disposed at an upper end of the first portion and extending orthogonal to the first portion and toward a centerline of the skid platform. The plurality of roof supports extend between at least one of the opposing pairs of gusset members and couple upper ends of the at least one of the opposing pairs of gusset members. The plurality of roof supports and the plurality of gusset members together define a skeletal frame for the genset enclosure. The first plurality of sidewall panels are coupled to both the plurality of gusset members and the skid platform and extend upward from the outer perimeter of the skid platform orthogonal to the upper surface of the skid platform. The first plurality of sidewall panels and the gusset members are positioned in an alternating arrangement along the outer perimeter of the skid platform. The second plurality of sidewall panels are coupled to the plurality of roof supports. The first plurality of sidewall panels and the second plurality of sidewall panels together define an enclosed volume.

[0008] In some embodiments, the second portion of at least one of the plurality of gusset members includes a flange disposed on the second portion and extending orthogonal to the first portion and the second portion, the flange being coupled to one of the plurality of roof supports.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first plurality of sidewall panels and the second plurality of sidewall panels are coupled to the skeletal frame by mechanical fasteners.

[0010] In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of roof supports includes an "L" shaped bracket, and wherein the at least one roof support engages and is disposed between a pair of the first plurality of sidewall panels and a pair of the second plurality of sidewall panels.

[0011] In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of roof supports includes a first leg and a second leg orthogonal to the first leg, and wherein the genset enclosure further includes a plurality of sealing members, at least one of the plurality of sealing members being coupled to the first leg and extending laterally between one of the opposing pairs of gusset members.

[0012] In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of gusset members is disposed between a pair of the first plurality of sidewall panels.

[0013] In some embodiments, the gusset members are spaced at equal intervals.

[0014] In some embodiments, the gusset members are spaced at unequal intervals.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first plurality of side wall panels are substantially aligned with the second plurality of side wall panels along a longitudinal direction.

[0016] In some embodiments, at least one gusset member of the plurality of gusset members is coupled to a respective one of the first plurality of side wall panels and the slide rail platform by a plurality of gusset brackets.

[0017] In some embodiments, the slide rail platform comprises a plurality of slide rail members fastened together to form a slide rail frame, and a plurality of slide rail panels fastened to an upper end of the slide rail frame.

[0018] Another embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a method of manufacturing a genset enclosure, comprising:

[0019] providing a slide rail platform;

[0020] mounting a genset system to the slide rail platform;

[0021] fastening a plurality of gusset members to the slide rail platform at intervals along an outer perimeter of the slide rail platform;

[0022] fastening a first plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of gusset members and the slide rail platform;

[0023] fastening a plurality of roof supports to the plurality of gusset members between upper ends of laterally opposing pairs of the plurality of gusset members to define a skeletal frame; and

[0024] fastening a second plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of roof supports to define an at least partially enclosed volume between the second plurality of side wall panels and the slide rail platform.

[0025] In some embodiments, fastening the plurality of gusset members to the slide rail platform comprises positioning opposing pairs of the plurality of gusset members on opposing lateral ends of the slide rail platform, and orienting at least one gusset member of the plurality of gusset members such that:

[0026] a first portion of the at least one gusset member extends upward from the slide rail platform orthogonal to an upper surface of the slide rail platform, and

[0027] A second portion of the at least one gusset member extending orthogonally to the first portion extends toward a centerline of the slide rail platform.

[0028] In some embodiments, fastening the at least one ceiling support to the at least one gusset member includes engaging the at least one ceiling support with a flange of the at least one gusset member extending orthogonally to both the second portion and the first portion of the at least one gusset member.

[0029] In some embodiments, fastening the first plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of gusset members includes positioning the first plurality of side wall panels in an alternating arrangement relative to the plurality of gusset members and inserting the first plurality of side wall panels into openings defined between adjacent ones of the plurality of gusset members.

[0030] In some embodiments, providing the slide rail platform includes:

[0031] fastening a plurality of slide rail members together to form a slide rail frame defining a plurality of slide rail openings; and

[0032] fastening a slide rail panel to an upper end of the slide rail frame across the slide rail openings.

[0033] In some embodiments, the method further includes sealing at least one joint formed between adjacent ones of the second plurality of side wall panels by engaging a sealing member with an upper edge of a respective one of the plurality of ceiling supports and folding the sealing member over the upper edge such that opposite ends of the sealing member extend into the at least one joint.

[0034] Another embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a method of manufacturing a genset enclosure. The method includes providing a slide rail platform; mounting a genset system to the slide rail platform; fastening a first plurality of side wall panels to a plurality of gusset members and the slide rail platform; fastening a plurality of ceiling supports to the plurality of gusset members between laterally opposing pairs of upper ends of the plurality of gusset members to define a skeletal frame; and fastening a second plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of ceiling supports to define an at least partially enclosed volume between the second plurality of side wall panels and the slide rail platform.

[0035] Yet another embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a genset enclosure. The genset enclosure includes a slide rail platform subassembly, a plurality of gusset members, a plurality of roof supports, and a first plurality of sidewall panels and a second plurality of sidewall panels. The plurality of gusset members are mountable to the slide rail platform subassembly. At least one of the plurality of gusset members includes a first portion, a second portion disposed at an end of the first portion and extending orthogonally to the first portion, and a flange disposed on the second portion and extending orthogonally to the first portion and the second portion. The plurality of roof supports are mountable to the plurality of gusset members. The first plurality of sidewall panels are mountable to the plurality of gusset members, and the second plurality of sidewall panels are mountable to the plurality of roof supports.

[0036] In some embodiments, each of the plurality of roof supports includes a first leg and a second leg that is orthogonal to the first leg, and wherein the genset enclosure further includes a plurality of seal members mountable to the first leg and configured to fold over the first leg.

[0037] In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of gusset members is part of a gusset member assembly that further includes a plurality of gusset brackets configured to fasten the at least one gusset member to at least one of: the slide rail platform subassembly; or a respective one of the first plurality of sidewall panels.

[0038] It should be appreciated that all combinations of the foregoing concepts and additional concepts discussed in greater detail below (provided such concepts are not mutually inconsistent) are contemplated as being part of the subject matter disclosed herein. In particular, all combinations of claimed subject matter appearing at the end of this disclosure are contemplated as being part of the subject matter disclosed herein. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0040] The foregoing and other features of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following description and accompanying drawings. Understanding that these drawings depict only several embodiments in accordance with the present disclosure and are not to be considered limitations of its scope, the present disclosure will be described with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawings.

[0041] Figure 1 is a top perspective view of a genset enclosure in accordance with an embodiment.

[0042] Figure 2 is a bottom perspective view of the genset enclosure of Figure 1

[0043] Figure 3 is a side cross-sectional view of a genset positioned within the genset enclosure of Figure 1 ​​

[0044] Figure 4 is a top perspective view of a genset enclosure according to another embodiment.

[0045] Figure 5 is a bottom perspective view of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment. Figure 4

[0046] Figure 6 is a side cross-sectional view of a genset within a genset enclosure according to an embodiment. Figure 4

[0047] Figure 7 is a flowchart of a method of manufacturing a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0048] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a partially assembled slide rail frame for a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0049] Figure 9 is a perspective view of a fully assembled slide rail frame for a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0050] Figure 10 is a perspective view of a partially assembled slide rail platform for a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0051] Figure 11 is a perspective view of a partially assembled slide rail platform and side wall structure for a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0052] Figure 12 is a perspective view of an upper end of a gusset member of a side wall structure of Figure 11

[0053] Figure 13 is a perspective view of a connecting portion of a side wall structure of Figure 11

[0054] Figure 14 is another perspective view of a partially assembled slide rail platform and side wall structure of Figure 11

[0055] Figure 15 is a perspective view of a middle connecting portion of a gusset member of a side wall structure of Figure 11

[0056] Figure 16 is a perspective view of a lower connecting portion of a gusset member of Figure 15

[0057] Figure 17 is a perspective view of a partially assembled top plate support structure of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0058] ​​​​​​​Figure 18 is Figure 17 another perspective view of a partially assembled roof support structure of

[0059] Figure 19 is a perspective view of a partially assembled roof wall structure of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0060] Figure 20 is a perspective view of a sealing structure for Figure 19 a roof wall structure.

[0061] Figure 21 is a perspective view of a partially assembled intake vent assembly of a genset enclosure during a first assembly operation according to an embodiment.

[0062] Figure 22 is a perspective view of a partially assembled intake vent assembly of a genset enclosure during a second assembly operation according to an embodiment.

[0063] Figure 23 is a perspective view of a partially assembled exhaust vent assembly of a genset enclosure during a first assembly operation according to an embodiment.

[0064] Figure 24 is a perspective view of a partially assembled exhaust vent assembly of a genset enclosure during a second assembly operation according to an embodiment.

[0065] Figure 25 is a perspective view of a gusset assembly operation of an end wall structure of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0066] Figure 26 is a perspective view of a lower connection portion of an end wall structure of Figure 25

[0067] Figure 27 is a perspective cross-sectional view of a partially assembled genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0068] Figure 28 is a partial perspective view of a partially assembled exhaust vent assembly of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0069] Figure 29 is a partial perspective view of a partially assembled intake vent assembly of a genset enclosure according to an embodiment.

[0070] ​Throughout the following detailed description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, like references generally identify like components, unless the context dictates otherwise. The illustrative implementations described in the detailed description, drawings, and claims are not meant to be limiting. Other implementations can be utilized, and other changes can be made, without departing from the spirit or scope of the subject matter presented herein. It will be readily understood that the aspects of the present disclosure, as generally described herein, and illustrated in the Figures, can be arranged, substituted, combined, and designed in a wide variety of different configurations, all of which are explicitly contemplated and made part of this disclosure.

[0071] DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0072] The embodiments described herein generally relate to methods and apparatus for forming a genset enclosure. Specifically, the embodiments described herein generally relate to a field-installable and modular genset enclosure that is assembled without the use of welding or other complex manufacturing operations. The genset enclosure can be assembled using removable mechanical fasteners that allow for modification of the size and configuration of the genset enclosure after the genset enclosure has been assembled. The genset enclosure includes a plurality of inwardly facing "L"-shaped gusset members arranged in pairs on opposite lateral ends of a platform. The upper ends of each pair of gusset members are connected by a roof support to define a skeletal frame above the platform. The walls of the enclosure are formed by panels applied to the gusset members and the roof support to enclose a space encompassed by the skeletal frame. In one embodiment, the gusset members are plates "sandwiched" between a pair of side wall panels to reduce the overall size and weight of the skeletal frame. Among other benefits, the enclosure can be at least partially assembled on-site (at the location, at the location where the genset is to be installed, etc.). For example, the gusset members, roof support, and side wall panels can be shipped as separate components and assembled on-site to customize the design of the genset enclosure based on the surrounding environment of the genset enclosure (e.g., based on the location of the enclosure, the location of the enclosure relative to adjacent structures, etc.) and the needs of the end user.

[0073] The spacing between the gusset members can be adjusted to accommodate an access door for the genset enclosure at any location along the perimeter of the genset enclosure. In one embodiment, the spacing between the gusset members is equal to the width of the access door, such that the door can be repositioned to any location along the perimeter (or roof of the genset enclosure) without having to disassemble the skeletal frame. The size of the genset enclosure can be adjusted by lengthening the platform and adding more gusset members and side wall panels. Thus, the genset enclosure can be easily modified to accommodate different engine genset sizes / types and / or ancillary equipment (e.g., cooling equipment, controls, etc.) within one common enclosure footprint. This configuration also provides a more compact overall footprint, as the size of the panels (and spacing between adjacent gusset members) can be modified to reduce unused space within the enclosure. Thus, the amount of material required for the genset enclosure can be less than a containerized configuration that can be used to accommodate a similarly sized genset. Moreover, due to the modular construction of the genset enclosure, the enclosure can be quickly and easily disassembled into sections (e.g., segments comprising multiple interconnections or individual components) for transport of the enclosure between different sites. The genset enclosure is also scalable to accommodate changes in the genset and / or additional ancillary equipment.

[0074] In some embodiments, the housing sections and construction techniques are also employed to form the intake and exhaust portions of the housing. The various concepts introduced above and discussed in greater detail below can be implemented in any of numerous ways, as the described concepts are not limited to any particular implementation. The specific embodiments and examples of implementation provided are presented for illustrative purposes only.

[0075] The various numerical values provided herein are for reference purposes only. Unless otherwise indicated, all numbers used in the specification and claims to express quantities, parameters, conditions, and so forth, are to be understood as being modified in all instances by the term "about." Accordingly, unless indicated to the contrary, the numerical parameters set forth in the following specification and attached claims are approximations. Any numerical parameter should also be interpreted as a quantity derived from an appropriate measurement unit and rounded to the nearest value of that unit. The term "about" when used before a numerical expression, such as a number and / or quantity including a range, means an approximation of the numerical expression that can vary (+) or (-) 10%, 5%, or 1%.

[0076] As those skilled in the art will understand, for any and all purposes, particularly for the purpose of providing a written description, all scopes disclosed herein also include any and all possible subscopes and combinations thereof. Any listed scope can be readily identified as adequately describing the same scope and such that the same scope can be decomposed into at least equal halves, thirds, quarters, fifths, tenths, etc. As a non-limiting example, each scope discussed herein can be readily decomposed into a lower third, a middle third, and an upper third, etc. Those skilled in the art will also understand that all language, such as “up to,” “at least,” “greater than,” “less than,” etc., includes the listed numbers and refers to a scope that can subsequently be decomposed into subscopes as discussed above. Finally, as those skilled in the art will understand, a scope includes each individual component.

[0077] Figures 1-3 Various views of a generator set assembly 10 according to at least one embodiment are shown. The generator set assembly 10 includes (such as...) Figure 3 The diagram shows an engine 20, a generator 30, an air actuator 40, an exhaust assembly 50, and a generator housing (shown as housing 100). Engine 20 can be a diesel engine, gasoline engine, natural gas engine, dual-fuel engine, biodiesel engine, E85 engine, flexible fuel engine, gas turbine, or another type of internal combustion engine or actuator. In various embodiments, for example, engine 20 can be a high-horsepower (HHP) engine, such as an engine capable of providing power in the range of 500 hp to 4500 hp or greater. Generator 30 can be an electric generator, alternator, etc. In one embodiment, engine 20 is coupled to generator 30 via, for example, a drive shaft (not shown). In operation, engine 20 drives generator 30 to generate electricity (e.g., power). Embodiments of this disclosure are also applicable to various types of prime movers (mechanical, electric, hydraulic, and / or fuel cell types) with various power intensities (low, medium, and high horsepower).

[0078] The air actuator 40 is configured to draw air (e.g., ventilation air, cooling air, etc.) from the environment surrounding the housing 100 through the housing 100 to cool the generator 30 and / or other internal components of the generator set assembly 10. In at least one embodiment, the air actuator 40 is a fan. In other embodiments, the air actuator 40 includes a plurality of fans located at different locations within the housing 100. In some embodiments, the fans may be coupled to the engine 20 (e.g., coupled to an engine drive shaft via pulleys, etc.) such that the speed of the fans is proportional to the speed of the engine 20. In other embodiments, the fans are driven separately from the engine 20 (e.g., the fans are driven via an electric fan motor, etc.).

[0079] The exhaust assembly 50 forms part of the engine 20 and is configured to direct exhaust gases from the engine 20 out of the housing 100. The exhaust assembly 50 may include a plurality of mufflers 52 for reducing noise generated by the engine 20. Figures 1-3 As shown, because the housing is assembled in sections from discrete components to achieve a modular construction, the housing 100 can be resized on-site to accommodate the exhaust assembly 50. This housing configuration reduces the likelihood of weather-related damage to components of the exhaust assembly 50 (e.g., muffler, connecting pipes, support brackets, etc.) and allows components of the exhaust assembly 50 to be made from less expensive materials (such as steel) instead of typical weather-resistant materials (such as aluminum). Figure 3 In this embodiment, the muffler of the exhaust assembly 50 is positioned below the air outlet 116, within the area defined by the air outlet 116 when viewed from above the housing 100. The exhaust pipe of the exhaust assembly 50 is substantially concentric with the body of the muffler and extends vertically upward through the air outlet 116. The intermediate pipe connecting the muffler to the engine 20 is located directly below the container top plate 106 of the housing 100 in the longitudinal direction (e.g., horizontal direction, as shown in the image). Figure 3 (As shown in the left and right directions, etc.) extends through the vertical space between the first deflector assembly 202 and the container top plate 106.

[0080] Figures 1-3 The configuration and arrangement of the engine 20, generator 30, air drive 40, and exhaust assembly 50 shown should not be considered limiting. Many alternatives and combinations are possible without departing from the inventive concept disclosed herein. For example, Figures 4-6 A generator set assembly 10' with an exhaust assembly 50' is shown, the exhaust assembly 50' being disposed on the top plate of the housing 100' near the air outlet 116' of the housing 100' (e.g., the exhaust assembly 50' is closer to the air outlet 116' than the air inlet 114'). In another embodiment, the position of the exhaust assembly 50' along the top plate of the housing 100' may vary. Figure 6 As shown, each muffler of the exhaust assembly 50' is connected to the engine 20' via an intermediate pipe extending upward through the top plate. The mufflers are supported by brackets that space them at a distance above the container top plate.

[0081] return Figures 1-2 The images show a top perspective view and a bottom perspective view of the housing 100. The housing 100 includes an end wall structure comprising end walls 102 (e.g., container walls, side walls, etc.), which define an internal volume 103 (e.g., enclosed space, hollow area, etc.). Figure 1The illustrated) for housing the engine 20, the generator 30, the air mover 40, the exhaust assembly 50, and other genset components (see also Figure 1 The end wall 102 includes a container floor 104, a container roof 106, a first pair of container side walls 108, and a second pair of container side walls 110. Each container side wall of the first pair of container side walls 108 is disposed at a lateral end of the enclosure 100, while each container side wall of the second pair of container side walls 110 is disposed at a longitudinal end of the enclosure 100. The first pair of container side walls 108 and the second pair of container side walls 110 together form an enclosure having a substantially rectangular cross-sectional shape. The first pair of container side walls 108 and the second pair of container side walls 110 are arranged in a substantially perpendicular orientation with respect to the container floor 104 and the container roof 106. The container floor 104 and the container roof 106 are joined with the container side walls 108 along lateral and longitudinal edges of the container floor 104 and the container roof 106 (e.g., to upper and lower edges of the container side walls 108). At least one door 112 can be disposed in at least one of the first pair of container side walls 108, the second pair of container side walls 110, and / or the container roof 106 to allow access to the genset assembly 10 (e.g., by maintenance or repair personnel, operators, etc.). The at least one door 112 allows these personnel to enter the interior volume 103 defined by the enclosure 100 and access other portions of the genset assembly 10. The container floor 104, the container roof 106, the first pair of container side walls 108, and the second pair of container side walls 110 together form a substantially weather-tight seal between the interior volume 103 and the ambient environment. The container floor 104, the container roof 106, the first pair of container side walls 108, and the second pair of container side walls 110 can be formed of any suitable material, such as carbon or low-carbon steel panels, etc.

[0082] In some embodiments, the enclosure 100 can be disposed on the ground. In other embodiments, the enclosure 100 can be mounted on a fuel tank (not shown) disposed on the ground, or on a skid (not shown) disposed on the ground. In other embodiments, the enclosure 100 can be positioned on a roof or another suitable location above the ground.

[0083] The enclosure 100 is configured to provide airflow therethrough to cool components housed within the enclosure 100, and to provide intake air for the engine 20 (see Figure 3 ) of the genset assembly 10. As Figures 1-2As shown, the enclosure 100 includes a vented air opening that includes a vented air intake opening shown as an air inlet 114 and a vented air outlet opening shown as an air outlet 116. In at least one embodiment, each of the air inlet 114 and the air outlet 116 is defined in the container roof 106 and fluidly couples the interior volume 103 with an environment surrounding the enclosure 100. In Figures 1-3 In embodiments, the air inlet 114 and the air outlet 116 are disposed on opposite ends of the container roof 106. The air inlet 114 is disposed along a perimeter of an air inlet assembly that extends upward from the container roof 106 at a first end of the container roof 106. The air outlet 116 is disposed on an end of the container roof 106 opposite the air inlet 114 and faces upward (e.g., toward the sky, etc.) from the container roof 106. The engine 20, the generator 30, and the air driver 40 are disposed between the air inlet 114 and the air outlet 116, between the two deflector assemblies 202, 204, as will be further described.

[0084] Air enters the enclosure 100 in a radial direction through the air inlet 114 and is directed in a longitudinal direction through the enclosure 100. The air passes through the genset (e.g., the engine 20, the generator 30, etc.) and is then directed in a vertical direction (e.g., upward at an angle of approximately 90° relative to the longitudinal direction) and out through the air outlet 116 in the container roof 106. Among other advantages, it has been found that the air flow path provided by the design of the enclosure 100 significantly reduces noise generated by air flowing through the enclosure 100 when used with air deflection plates. In some embodiments, the air inlet 114 and / or the air outlet 116 can include louvers 118 or other elements that allow air to enter the enclosure 100 while redirecting water (e.g., due to rainfall) away from the enclosure 100 and / or to predefined drainage areas of the enclosure 100. In other embodiments, the air inlet 114 and the air outlet 116 can be disposed in another location along the enclosure 100 (e.g., the first pair of container side walls 108 and / or the second pair of container side walls 110).

[0085] The genset enclosure 100 also includes deflector assemblies that are configured to re-orient noise in the air multiple times within the enclosure 100 and near the air outlet 116 of the enclosure 100 to attenuate noise output from the enclosure 100. As Figure 3As shown, the genset enclosure 100 includes two internal deflector assemblies (including a first deflector assembly 202 and a second deflector assembly 204). The second deflector assembly 204 is disposed within the enclosure 100 on an end of the enclosure 100 opposite the first deflector assembly 202. As will be further described, the first deflector assembly 202 and the second deflector assembly 204 are mechanically coupled to the container roof 106. In Figure 3 embodiments, the first deflector assembly 202 is an outlet deflector assembly configured to reflect air proximate the air outlet 116 as the air is redirected upwardly toward the air outlet 116, while the second deflector assembly 204 is an inlet deflector assembly configured to reflect air proximate the air inlet 114 as the air is redirected in a longitudinal direction through the engine 20 and the generator 30 after entering the air inlet 114.

[0086] The deflector assemblies 202, 204 are positioned on opposite sides of the engine 20, the generator 30, and the air driver 40 so as to reflect and reduce noise generated by the engine 20, the generator 30, and the air driver 40. In some embodiments, the position (e.g., angular position, length, etc.) of the first deflector assembly 202 and the second deflector assembly 204 is adjustable within the enclosure 100 to reduce the output noise. Additional aspects of the construction of the first deflector assembly 202 and the second deflector assembly 204 can be found in U.S. Patent Application No. 62 / 944,943, filed December 6, 2019, the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference herein. As Figures 1-3 shown, the enclosure 100 also includes an external deflector assembly 206 mounted to the air outlet assembly along a perimeter edge of the air outlet 116. The external deflector assembly 206 extends along the perimeter edge in a transverse direction (e.g., as Figure 3 shown, the direction of the ingress and egress of the pages), and extends at an angle from the perimeter edge into a space above the air outlet 116. The external deflector assembly 206 also attenuates the output noise by redirecting sound waves exiting through the air outlet 116. The external deflector assembly 206 can also serve as a rain shield for at least a portion of the air outlet 116.

[0087] As Figures 1-3 shown, the enclosure 100 is formed entirely of a plurality of separate structural components that are interconnected using standard mechanical fasteners (e.g., bolts, screws, etc.), which facilitates shipping of the enclosure 100 to an end use location and allows the enclosure 100 to be installed on-site, as needed, without the need for welding or other complex assembly operations. As Figures 1-2As shown, the housing includes a main body portion 120, an air inlet portion 122, and an air outlet portion 124. In other embodiments, only a portion of the housing 100 may be formed by a separate structural component (e.g., a separate structural component may be used to expand an existing housing to accommodate new and / or different components, etc.). The main body portion 120 is formed by a plurality of segments 126 along a longitudinal direction (e.g., such as...). Figure 3 The air inlet portions 122 and 124 are arranged in series (e.g., end-to-end) from left to right, substantially parallel to the flow direction through the main body 120. Air inlet portions 122 and 124 are disposed on opposite ends of the container top plate 106. The width of each of the air inlet portions 122 and 124 is approximately the same as the width of the main body 120, such that the air inlet portions 122 and 124 each extend between opposite lateral ends of the container top plate 106 (e.g., between the first pair of container side walls 108, such that the perimeter walls of the air inlet portions 122 and 124 are substantially flush with the first pair of container side walls 108). Figure 3 As shown, the air outlet portion 124 is in the longitudinal direction (e.g., as shown in the figure). Figure 3 The length of the air inlet portion 122 (shown from left to right) is greater than the length of the air outlet portion 124. In other embodiments, the relative lengths of the air inlet portion 122 and the air outlet portion 124 may be different.

[0088] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the main body 120 is formed by 10 separate partially enclosed sidewall segments 126, each sidewall segment 126 in the longitudinal direction (e.g., as shown in the figure). Figure 3 Extending in the direction shown from left to right. Each segment 126 includes (i) a single pair of first sidewall panels from the first pair of container sidewalls 108 and (ii) a top panel. The segments 126 are arranged end-to-end in a substantially coaxial arrangement in the longitudinal direction. Together, the segments 126 form the internal volume 103 of the housing 100. The number of segments 126 used to form the housing 100 may vary in various embodiments and depends on the size of the generator 30 and / or other components housed within the housing 100.

[0089] Now for reference Figure 7 A method 400 for manufacturing a generator set housing according to an embodiment is shown. The housing may be compatible with reference to... Figures 1-3 The described housing 100 and / or reference Figures 4-6 The described housing 100' is identical or similar. Therefore, similar designations will be used to identify similar parts. Figures 8-29 The different stages of the assembly process described by method 400 according to at least one embodiment are described in detail.

[0090] Method 400 begins with assembling the slide rail platform sub-assembly for the generator set housing. At operation 402, multiple slide rail components 502 are fastened together to form a slide rail frame 501. (As...) Figure 8 As shown, the slide rail component 502 includes a frame element 504 defining the base of the housing 100. Operation 402 may include joining multiple individual frame elements to produce each slide rail component 502 (e.g., by welding or otherwise pre-fastening the individual frame elements 504 together at opposite ends). The frame element 504 may be a channel frame made of I-shaped, C-shaped, and / or T-shaped channels welded or otherwise joined together to form the skeleton of the slide rail component 502, or other suitable frame configurations, or any combination thereof. Figure 8 As shown, each slide rail member 502 defines a plurality of slide rail openings 506 between frame elements 504. Figure 8 As shown, operation 402 may include positioning the slide rail members 502 adjacent to each other such that the slide rail members 502 engage with each other along the outer periphery of each slide rail member 502. Operation 402 includes fastening the slide rail members 502 at their outer ends to form a slide rail frame 501. Figure 9 As shown, the fasteners include a plurality of bolts 509 that extend through openings in adjacent slide rail members 502. In other embodiments, the fasteners may include screws, rivets, clips, and / or other suitable connectors. Among other advantages, the dimensions of the slide rail frame 501 can be easily adjusted by attaching the additional slide rail members 502 to the outer end of the slide rail frame 501.

[0091] At 404, the slide rail panel 508 is fastened to the slide rail frame 501 to form the slide rail platform 500. According to at least one embodiment, operation 404... Figure 10 Depicted in the middle. Operation 404 includes applying a slide rail panel 508 across the slide rail opening 506 to the upper end of the slide rail frame 501 to form the container floor 104 of the housing 100 (see...). Figure 3 In one embodiment, operation 404 includes centering each slide rail panel 508 relative to the slide rail frame 501 (e.g., relative to the center / longitudinal axis of the slide rail frame 501) (e.g., by aligning the outer end of each slide rail panel 508 with the outermost frame element 504 (e.g., such that the outer end of each slide rail panel 508 is substantially flush with the outer edge of the slide rail frame 501)). Operation 404 may also include fastening each slide rail panel 508 to the slide rail frame 501. For example, operation 404 may include bolting the slide rail panel 508 to the individual frame element 504 through an alignment opening between the slide rail panel 508 and the upper flange of the frame element 504.

[0092] At position 406, a generator system comprising engine 20, generator 30, and air drive 40 is installed onto the slide rail platform 500. (As follows) Figure 11 As shown, each of these internal components of the generator set assembly can be provided as a component module, which includes the component and a support structure to facilitate the transport of the component. Operation 406 may include aligning the individual component modules for the engine 20, generator 30, and air drive 40 onto the rail platform 500 (e.g., using a crane to position each component module onto the upper surface of the rail platform 500 (e.g., onto the container floor 104 formed by the rail panels 508)). The support structure for each component module may include support rails (e.g., frames, etc.) positioned beneath the component to facilitate the transport of the component module and its repositioning on the rail platform 500. Operation 406 may also include, for example, securing each component module to the container floor 104 by bolting the support rails of each component module to one or more rail panels 508 and / or frame elements 504 of the rail platform 500. Operation 406 may also include connecting the engine 20, generator 30, air drive 40, and / or any other assembly components together to form a generator set. Operation 406 may also include mounting auxiliary components to the slide rail platform 500, such as cooling equipment, components of the exhaust assembly 50, and / or other components.

[0093] At 408, a sidewall structure 600 forming the outer shell 100 at least partially encloses the space above the slide rail platform 500. (As...) Figure 11 As shown, the sidewall structure 600 includes a plurality of gusset plate members 602 and a first plurality of sidewall panels 604, which are alternately positioned along the outer perimeter of the slide rail platform 500. Figures 11-12 As shown, the gusset plate member 602 is generally an "L"-shaped element comprising (i) a first portion 606 extending upward from the slide rail platform 500 in a substantially perpendicular orientation (e.g., orthogonal to the slide rail panel 508, etc.) relative to the upper surface of the slide rail platform 500; and (ii) a second portion 608 disposed at the upper end 610 of the first portion 606 and extending orthogonally to the first portion 606 toward the centerline 611 (e.g., longitudinal axis, etc.) of the slide rail platform 500. Figure 12 As shown, the lower edge 612 of each gusset member 602 may include an arcuate 90° transition between the first portion 606 and the second portion 608, thereby forming a triangular shape at the upper end of the gusset member 602. Each gusset member 602 may also include and / or define a flange 614 extending from the upper edge of the second portion 608 and orthogonal to the first portion 606 and the second portion 608.Figure 12 As shown, the flange 614 is oriented substantially parallel to the container floor 104. In one embodiment, as shown, each gusset member 602 is formed from a stamped sheet of steel, aluminum, or other suitable material that is bent along its upper edge to form the flange 614. Figure 12

[0094] Operation 408 can include positioning a lower end of each gusset member 602 between adjacent slide rail panels 508 such that a portion of the gusset member 602 is “sandwiched” or otherwise disposed between the slide rail panels 508. Operation 408 can include arranging the gusset members 602 to be positioned in opposing pairs 603 on opposing lateral ends 605 of the slide rail platform 500. In at least one embodiment, operation 408 includes orienting at least one gusset member such that (i) a first portion of the gusset member extends upward from the slide rail platform orthogonally to an upper surface of the slide rail platform (e.g., the first portion is arranged in a substantially perpendicular orientation relative to the upper surface of the slide rail platform), and (ii) a second portion of the gusset member that extends orthogonally to the first portion extends toward a centerline of the slide rail platform. Operation 408 can also include positioning the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 between the gusset members 602 such that each gusset member 602 is at least partially “sandwiched” or otherwise disposed between adjacent sidewall panels of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604. The gusset members 602 (and sidewall panels 604) can be spaced at equal intervals along the length of the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the spacing between two or more gusset members 602 can be different than the remaining gusset members 602 (e.g., the gusset members 602 can be spaced at unequal intervals). Among other benefits, maintaining a consistent spacing between the gusset members 602 allows the door and sidewall panels to be quickly and easily repositioned to different portions of the enclosure 100.

[0095] Operation 408 can also include fastening a lower end of each gusset member 602 (e.g., a lower end of the first portion 606) and the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 to the slide rail platform 500. For example, as shown, the lower end of each gusset member 602 is fastened to the slide rail platform 500 using fasteners 616. In one embodiment, the fasteners 616 are screws that are inserted through the flange 614 and into the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the fasteners 616 are bolts that are inserted through the flange 614 and into the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the fasteners 616 are rivets that are inserted through the flange 614 and into the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the fasteners 616 are adhesives that are applied to the flange 614 and the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the fasteners 616 are welds that are applied to the flange 614 and the slide rail platform 500. In another embodiment, the fasteners 616 are a combination of one or more of the above-described fasteners. Figure 13 ​As shown, operation 408 may include engaging the lower end of each of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 with the upwardly bent edge 505 of a corresponding slide rail panel 508, and fastening the lower end to the upwardly bent edge 505 (e.g., via bolts or another suitable mechanical fastener). Operation 408 may also include fastening each of the gusset members 602 to an adjacent sidewall panel of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 and at least one slide rail panel of the slide rail panel 508 (e.g., by fastening a plurality of angle brackets 618 (e.g., L-shaped brackets, etc.) to the gusset member 602 (e.g., to opposite sides of each gusset member 602), fastening between the gusset member 602 and the adjacent sidewall panel 604, and fastening between the protrusion of the lower end of each gusset member 602 and the slide rail panel 508 (see [link to details]). Figures 14-16 (to achieve this).

[0096] At 410, multiple top plate supports 700 are fastened to gusset members 602 to stabilize the structural walls at each lateral end of the shell 100 and support the container top plate 106. The top plate supports 700 and gusset members 602 together form a frame 609 (see [link to documentation]). Figure 17 ).like Figure 17 As shown, each top plate support 700 is an "L"-shaped bracket (e.g., angle iron), which includes a first leg 702 and a second leg 704 extending orthogonally to the first leg 702 from the edge of the first leg 702. Figure 17 In one embodiment, the outer end portion 706 of the second leg 704 protrudes beyond the outer end portion of the first leg 702. Operation 410 may include engaging the first leg 702 with a corresponding pair of opposing pairs 603 of the gusset member 602 (e.g., at flange 614) and inserting the outer end portion 706 of the second leg 704 into a groove formed between adjacent sidewall panels 604 of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 (such that at least a portion of the outer end portion 706 is "clamped" or otherwise positioned between adjacent sidewall panels 604 above the gusset member 602). Operation 410 may also include securing the top plate support 700 (e.g., the first leg 702) to the flange 614 at the upper end of the gusset member 602 using bolts and / or another suitable mechanical fastener. Figure 18 As shown, multiple top plate supports 700 and side wall panels 604 together define multiple top plate openings 708.

[0097] In one embodiment, operation 410 further includes fastening or otherwise coupling the first deflector assembly 202 and the second deflector assembly 204 to a corresponding one of the plurality of top plate supports 700 (see [link]). Figure 18). In other embodiments, the at least one deflector assembly 202, 204 is coupled to another portion of the container roof (e.g., a second plurality of side wall panels 604’, as described with reference to operation 412).

[0098] At 412, a second plurality of side wall panels 604’ is fastened to the roof supports 700 and / or the upper edges of the first plurality of side wall panels 604. In Figure 19 In embodiments, the second plurality of side wall panels 604’ are identical to the first plurality of side wall panels 604 (e.g., the panels 604, 604’ are the same size and have the same design). In other embodiments, the panels 604, 604’ can differ in size and / or structure. Operation 412 can include applying the second plurality of side wall panels 604’ to the roof region of the enclosure 100, spanning the plurality of roof openings 708 and between adjacent ones of the plurality of roof supports 700 (i.e., inserting the second plurality of side wall panels 604’ into respective ones of the roof openings 708), such that the second leg 704 of each roof support 700 is “sandwiched” or otherwise disposed between adjacent ones of the second plurality of side wall panels 604’. The second leg 704 can be sized such that, when the side wall panels 604’ are fully inserted into the roof openings 708, the second leg 704 protrudes upwardly from the second plurality of side wall panels 604’, which facilitates sealing of the joint between adjacent ones of the side wall panels 604’, as will be further described. The first plurality of side wall panels 604 and the second plurality of side wall panels 604’ together define an enclosed volume for housing the working components of the genset assembly 10. Operation 412 can also include fastening the second plurality of side wall panels 604’ to the roof supports 700 (e.g., the first leg 702) and / or the first plurality of side wall panels 604 using bolts and / or another mechanical fastener. In other embodiments, the method 400 can include additional, fewer, and / or different operations.

[0099] In one embodiment, operation 412 can also include sealing at least one joint formed between adjacent ones of the first plurality of side wall panels 604 and between adjacent ones of the second plurality of side wall panels 604’. As Figure 20As shown, the method of sealing the joint between adjacent sidewall panels of the second plurality of sidewall panels 604' includes engaging the sealing member 800 with the second leg 704 of the roof support 700 along the upper edge of the second leg 704 and folding the sealing member 800 over the second leg 704 such that opposite ends of the sealing member 800 (e.g., opposite ends on either side of the second leg 704) extend into the joint formed between the second leg 704 and adjacent sidewall panels of the second plurality of sidewall panels 604'. The method of sealing can further include fastening the sealing member 800 to the second leg 704 (e.g., via an adhesive, bolt, or another suitable mechanical fastener). In other embodiments, an adhesive sealant product (e.g., silicone or the like) can be used to provide a weather-resistant seal for the enclosure 100.

[0100] In one embodiment, the method of manufacturing the genset enclosure 100 further includes assembling an air inlet assembly (e.g., the air inlet portion 122) and an air outlet assembly (e.g., the air outlet portion 124) to the container roof 106 of the enclosure 100. For example, Figures 21-22 An air inlet assembly 900 is shown in different stages of construction. The method of manufacturing the air inlet assembly 900 can include arranging an inlet vent panel 902 along the container roof 106 and along the outer peripheral edge of the inlet opening of the container roof 106. The inlet vent panel 902 can include louvers that allow air to flow substantially freely while reducing the likelihood of water intake into the enclosure 100. The inlet vent panel 902 can be arranged to direct airflow radially inward toward the central axis of the inlet opening. The method of manufacturing the air inlet assembly 900 can further include applying a sidewall panel (e.g., the sidewall panels 604, 604') across the inlet vent panel 902 to cover the inlet opening Figure 22 ) of the container roof 106.

[0101] Figures 23-24 A method of manufacturing an exhaust vent assembly 1000 for the genset enclosure 100 is shown. The method includes arranging a sidewall panel (e.g., the sidewall panels 604, 604') along the container roof 106 on an end of the container roof 106 opposite the air inlet assembly 900 (see Figures 21-22 ). The method can include arranging the sidewall panel along the outer peripheral edge of an outlet opening defined by the container roof 106 such that the sidewall panel extends upward from the container roof 106 orthogonally to the container roof 106 Figure 23 ). The method can further include applying a grille 1002 and / or other material to the area encircled by the sidewall panel (e.g., to the outlet opening in the container roof 106 as shown Figure 24 ).

[0102] In one embodiment, the method of manufacturing a genset enclosure 100 further includes constructing an end wall structure to enclose a longitudinal end of the enclosure 100. The method can be the same as or similar to operation 408 of the method 400 (see Figure 7 ). As shown in Figures 25-26 , the method includes positioning corner struts 602 and a third plurality of sidewall panels 604” in an alternating arrangement along each longitudinal end of the enclosure 100. As shown in Figure 25 , the method can include engaging at least one corner strut member 602 with an interior surface of one of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604. As shown in Figure 26 , the method can further include engaging the corner strut member 602 and the third plurality of sidewall panels 604” with the skid platform 500 and one of the first plurality of sidewall panels 604 or a combination of the skid platform 500 and the first plurality of sidewall panels 604.

[0103] In one embodiment, the method of manufacturing a genset enclosure 100 further includes applying acoustic damping material to an interior surface of the enclosure 100. The acoustic damping material (e.g., an acoustic material liner, etc.) can be configured to absorb and attenuate noise generated by the genset components 10 (see Figure 3 ). The noise can be generated by internal components such as the engine 20, the generator 30, the air mover 40, etc. (see Figure 3 ). Alternatively, or in combination, the noise can be generated as a result of air passing through the enclosure 100 via the air inlet 114 and the air outlet 116. In various embodiments, the acoustic damping material 1100 can include fibrous (e.g., rock wool, glass wool, mineral wool, etc.), non-fibrous (e.g., polyurethane foam, melamine foam, etc.) materials, or similar materials. Figures 27-29 A method of coupling the acoustic damping material 1100 is shown in FIG. 11. The method includes attaching a plurality of mounts 1102 (e.g., “C” shaped mounting brackets, etc.) to an interior surface of the enclosure 100 (e.g., to the first plurality of sidewall panels 604, the second plurality of sidewall panels 604’, the third plurality of sidewall panels 604”, the deflector assemblies 202, 204, 206, the air inlet assembly 900, the exhaust vent assembly 1000, and / or other surfaces of the enclosure 100). The mounts 1102 can be mechanically coupled to the interior surface using an adhesive product, a magnet, a rivet, a bolt, or another suitable mechanical fastener. The method further includes coupling the acoustic damping material 1100 to the mounts 1102 (e.g., by inserting a sheet of the acoustic damping material 1100 into a retaining structure formed by the mounts 1102).

[0104] In at least one embodiment, a genset assembly includes a kit of materials that can be shipped as individual components and assembled on-site to form a desired enclosure geometry. For example, a genset assembly can be a kit that includes a skid platform subassembly, a plurality of gusset members mountable to (e.g., configured to fasten to or otherwise couple to) the skid platform subassembly. The gusset members can each include a first portion and a second portion disposed at an end of the first portion and extending orthogonally to the first portion. The gusset members can also include a flange disposed on the second portion and extending orthogonally to both the first portion and the second portion (e.g., along a reference plane oriented orthogonally to a first reference plane aligned with the first portion and a second reference plane aligned with the second portion). The kit can also include a plurality of roof supports having opposite ends configured to mount to the plurality of gusset members, and a first plurality of sidewall panels and a second plurality of sidewall panels mountable to the plurality of gusset members and / or the plurality of roof supports. In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of gusset members is part of a gusset member assembly (e.g., a kit, etc.) that includes a plurality of gusset brackets to fasten the gusset member to the skid platform subassembly and / or a respective one of the first plurality of sidewall panels.

[0105] It should be noted that the term "example" as used herein to describe various embodiments is intended to indicate that such embodiments are possible examples, representations, and / or illustrations of possible embodiments (and such term is not intended to indicate that such embodiments are necessarily extraordinary, superlative, or of a highest or lowest order of quality). It should be noted that the use of particular terminology when describing certain features or aspects of the disclosure should not be taken to indicate that such terminology is being redefined herein to be

[0106] As used herein, the terms "substantially" and like terms are intended to have a broad meaning analogous to common usage by persons of ordinary skill in the art to which this subject matter of the present disclosure pertains. It should be understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art that such terms are intended to allow for a degree of variation while describing certain features of the described and claimed subject matter. Thus, such terms should be interpreted as meaning that insubstantial or immaterial modifications or alterations of the subject matter described and claimed are considered to be within the scope of the present disclosure as recited in the appended claims.

[0107] The terms "coupled," "connected," and the like as used herein mean the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining can be stationary (e.g., permanent) or moveable (e.g., removable or releasable). Such joining can be achieved either with or without using an intervening member. Such joining can be achieved with the two members, or additional intervening members, forming a single, unitary body with one another or with the two members and any additional intervening members being attached to one another.

[0108] It is important to note that the construction and arrangement of the various exemplary embodiments are illustrative only. Although only a few embodiments have been described in detail in this disclosure, those skilled in the art who review this disclosure will readily appreciate that many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in sizes, dimensions, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, values of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) without materially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described herein. Other substitutions, modifications, changes and omissions can also be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the various exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the embodiments as described herein.

[0109] While this specification contains many specific implementation details, these should not be construed as limitations on the scope of any embodiments or of what can be claimed, but as descriptions of particular implementations of certain embodiments. Certain features that are described in this specification in the context of separate implementations can also be implemented in combinations with each other. Conversely, various features that are described in the context of a single implementation can also be implemented in multiple implementations separately or in any suitable subcombination. Moreover, although features can be described above as acting in certain combinations and even initially claimed as such, one or more features from a claimed combination can in some cases be excised from the combination and the claimed combination can be directed to a subcombination or variation of a subcombination.

Claims

1. A genset enclosure comprising: a skid platform; a plurality of gusset members spaced at intervals along an outer perimeter of the skid platform and coupled to the skid platform by fasteners, the plurality of gusset members arranged in opposing pairs positioned on opposing lateral ends of the skid platform, wherein each gusset member defines a first portion extending upward from the skid platform orthogonal to an upper surface of the skid platform and a second portion disposed at an upper end of the first portion and extending orthogonal to the first portion and toward a centerline of the skid platform; a plurality of roof supports, each roof support extending between and coupling upper ends of at least one of the opposing pairs of gusset members, the plurality of roof supports and the plurality of gusset members together defining a skeletal frame; a first plurality of sidewall panels coupled to the plurality of gusset members and the skid platform and extending upward from the outer perimeter of the skid platform orthogonal to the upper surface of the skid platform, the first plurality of sidewall panels and the plurality of gusset members positioned in an alternating arrangement along the outer perimeter of the skid platform; a second plurality of sidewall panels coupled to the plurality of roof supports, the first plurality of sidewall panels and the second plurality of sidewall panels together defining an enclosed volume; and at least one joint formed between adjacent sidewall panels of the second plurality of sidewall panels, the at least one joint including a sealing member engaged with an upper edge of a respective roof support of the plurality of roof supports. the second portion of at least one gusset member of the plurality of gusset members includes a flange disposed on the second portion and extending orthogonal to the first portion and the second portion, the flange coupled to one of the plurality of roof supports.

2. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, the first plurality of sidewall panels and the second plurality of sidewall panels are coupled to the skeletal frame by mechanical fasteners.

3. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, at least one roof support of the plurality of roof supports includes an "L" shaped bracket, and wherein the at least one roof support is engaged with and disposed between a pair of the first plurality of sidewall panels and a pair of the second plurality of sidewall panels.

4. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, at least one roof support of the plurality of roof supports includes a first leg and a second leg orthogonal to the first leg, and wherein the genset enclosure further comprises a plurality of sealing members, at least one of the plurality of sealing members coupled to the second leg and extending laterally between one of the opposing pairs of gusset members.

5. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, at least one gusset member of the plurality of gusset members is disposed between a pair of the first plurality of sidewall panels.

6. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, the gusset members are spaced at equal intervals.

7. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, the gusset members are spaced at unequal intervals.

8. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, the first plurality of sidewall panels are substantially aligned with the second plurality of sidewall panels along a longitudinal direction.

9. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, ​ 10. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, At least one of the plurality of gusset members is coupled to a respective one of the first plurality of side wall panels and the slide rail platform by a plurality of gusset brackets.

11. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, The slide rail platform includes: a plurality of slide rail members secured together to form a slide rail frame; and a plurality of slide rail panels secured to an upper end of the slide rail frame.

12. The genset enclosure of claim 1, wherein, The plurality of gusset members includes: a flange disposed on the second portion and extending orthogonally to the first portion and the second portion.

13. The genset enclosure of claim 12, wherein, Each of the plurality of roof supports includes a first leg and a second leg that is orthogonal to the first leg, and wherein the genset enclosure further includes a plurality of seal members mountable to the second leg and configured to fold over the second leg.

14. The genset enclosure of claim 12, wherein, At least one of the plurality of gusset members is part of a gusset member assembly that further includes a plurality of gusset brackets configured to secure the at least one gusset member to at least one of: the slide rail platform subassembly; or a respective one of the first plurality of side wall panels.

15. A method of manufacturing a genset enclosure, comprising: providing a slide rail platform; mounting a genset system to the slide rail platform; securing a plurality of gusset members to the slide rail platform at intervals along an outer perimeter of the slide rail platform; securing a first plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of gusset members and the slide rail platform; securing a plurality of roof supports to the plurality of gusset members between upper ends of laterally opposing pairs of the plurality of gusset members to define a skeletal frame; securing a second plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of roof supports to define an at least partially enclosed volume between the second plurality of side wall panels and the slide rail platform; and sealing at least one joint formed between adjacent ones of the second plurality of side wall panels by engaging a seal member with an upper edge of a respective one of the plurality of roof supports and folding the seal member over the upper edge such that opposing ends of the seal member extend into the at least one joint.

16. The method of claim 15, wherein, Securing the plurality of gusset members to the slide rail platform includes positioning opposing pairs of the plurality of gusset members on opposing lateral ends of the slide rail platform, and orienting at least one of the plurality of gusset members such that: a first portion of the at least one gusset member extends upward from the slide rail platform orthogonally to an upper surface of the slide rail platform, and a second portion of the at least one gusset member that extends orthogonally to the first portion extends toward a centerline of the slide rail platform.

17. The method of claim 16, wherein, Fastening the plurality of top panel supports to the plurality of gusset members includes fastening at least one of the plurality of top panel supports to at least one of the plurality of gusset members and engaging the at least one top panel support with a flange of the at least one gusset member, the flange extending orthogonal to both the second portion and the first portion of the at least one gusset member.

18. The method of claim 15, wherein, Fastening the first plurality of side wall panels to the plurality of gusset members includes positioning the first plurality of side wall panels in an alternating arrangement relative to the plurality of gusset members and inserting the first plurality of side wall panels into openings defined between adjacent ones of the plurality of gusset members.

19. The method of claim 15, wherein, Providing the slide rail platform includes: fastening a plurality of slide rail members together to form a slide rail frame defining a plurality of slide rail openings; and fastening a slide rail panel to an upper end of the slide rail frame across the slide rail openings.

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