Gulf Engine & Equipment, Inc was founded 1967 by Les Palmiano, Sr. The company grew modestly during the oil boom of the 70’s and early 80’s and developed a reputation for packaging quality offshore equipment. In 1982 the company was relocated to the present 16,000 sq. ft. facility in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

Gulf Engine has always been a family operated business, and in 2000, Les Palmisano, Jr. took over the business and oversees the design, fabrication and assembly of the Gulf-Tek equipment line including the engine distribution. Through the 90’s, Gulf Engine acquired new product lines to support offshore customers and advance the company into the 21st century.

Gulf Engine & Equipment, Inc. is a Kubota engine distributor in the Gulf South that specializes in engine packaging for offshore applications.This equipment is marketed under the trade name of “Gulf-Tek”. The equipment line includes pumps, generators, offshore light towers, diesel and electric pressure washers, hydraulic power units and compressors. Equipment can be assembled to meet explosion proof requirements. Bare engines can also be assembled for repower applications.

The Kubota diesel engine has been an important part of developing the equipment line. Engines range from 6 to 100 hp. All engines are “Tier 2 Emission Certified” and in 2008 will have “Tier 3 Certification”. Kubota is committed to manufacturing engines that meet ongoing emission legislation. When choosing Kubota power, you get the latest in engine design and the best parts and service availability in the industry.

Gulf- Tek equipment is complete with all components necessary to meet offshore requirements. Equipment is packaged with heavy duty galvanized skid material, drip pan, center point lift, 4 corner lift, spark arrestors, air intake shutdown systems, CG approved fuel tanks and weatherproof engine controls. Air starters are optional.

With over 40 years experience in offshore packaging, Gulf Engine has built a reputation for providing quality equipment to withstand the harsh offshore environment. Gulf-Tek is the number one equipment supplier for offshore rental companies, as well as oil and gas, petrochemical/marine and environmental companies. Gulf-Tek equipment is not limited to just the gulf coast region; presently, Gulf- Tek is used on 5 continents and has worldwide parts and service availability.

In the past, much of the equipment used offshore was not designed from the onset to be rated “offshore ready”. This presented durability and safety problems for the end user. Equipment downtime and replacement cost is also a determining factor when companies decide what equipment to purchase. This is where Gulf-Tek excels. Gulf-Tek is designed and fabricated in both form and function to be “offshore ready”. Quality is in the detail.

Along with the equipment line, Gulf Engine also distributes offshore engine accessories. These accessories include POW- RQUIK air starters, lubricators and hydraulic starting systems. Engine safety components include Super- Trapp spark arrestors, automatic and manual emergency shutdowns. F. W. Murphy engine controls are available with weatherproof enclosures and shielded wiring harnesses. Stable-Flex vibration isolators are also available in many sizes to fit your engine packaging needs.

Since engines are not offered with factory installed offshore equipment, companies look to Gulf Engine for value added components. When the engine is supplied fully assembled, fueled and serviced, ready for installation, this offers reduced cost for the installer. Also, fully factory warranty applies. With a large engine inventory, fully stocked parts department, Gulf Engine can make fast deliveries.

For more information, contact Gulf Engine, 2306 Engineers Rd. Belle Chasse, La. 70037, toll free 800-925-4966; Fax 504-393-1627.