Cummins’ Centum S17 Series Gensets Scores Silver Award from Consulting Specifying Engineer
Cummins Inc. has been awarded the Silver award in Consulting Specifying Engineer’s (CSE) 2026 Product of the Year program for the Centum S17 Series generator sets (600–1000 kW, 60 Hz) in the Power category. The recognition builds on Cummins’ continued success in the program, following a Gold award in 2025 and 2023 for the broader Centum portfolio.
Developed to address evolving customer requirements, the Centum S17 Series advances power generation by delivering up to 1000 kW from a 17-liter engine platform. Combining high output with a compact, integration ready design. The generators are engineered to support infrastructure where both space optimization and dependable performance are critical, including applications such as healthcare facilities, where power continuity is essential.
“This recognition from the industry underscores the strength of innovation and engineering behind the Centum Series,” said Chad Trager, general manager, Cummins Power Generation. “The S17 Series demonstrates how Cummins continues to deliver higher output from more compact platforms, without compromising reliability or performance”.
Built on more than a century of power generation and systems expertise, the Centum S17 Series is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern infrastructure with a focused balance of output, reliability, and integration across standby and prime power applications.
Recognized by CSE’s Product of the Year program, now in its 21st year, this award validates industry professionals' acknowledgment of its innovation and relevance in commercial settings, marking the direction of next-generation power solution
To learn more about the award-winning Centum S17 Series and Cummins Power Generation solutions, visit www.cummins.com.
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