Generac Power Systems, Inc.

Generac Power Systems Inc. is a publicly traded manufacturer of power generation equipment and energy technology solutions. Founded in 1959, the company is headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker GNRC, Generac reported revenue of approximately $4.2 billion for the 2025 calendar year. As of early 2024, the company employed over 9,200 people.

Generac is a major operating company known for its wide range of power products. The company's offerings include residential, commercial, and industrial standby generators, portable generators, and pressure washers. In recent years, Generac has expanded into clean energy, now providing solar and battery storage systems, EV chargers, and energy management devices and software. Its products are distributed through a broad network of dealers, retailers, and wholesalers.

As a manufacturer, Generac's patent litigation posture appears to be that of an operating company involved in disputes with direct competitors. The company's tracked case list shows an even split between plaintiff and defendant roles, with one case in each. This pattern suggests engagement in typical two-way commercial disputes rather than patent assertion campaigns. The litigation is not concentrated in venues known for attracting non-practicing entities.

The provided case data highlights a direct conflict with a competitor, Champion Power Equipment Inc. Generac is the defendant in a district court case brought by Champion in the Eastern District of Wisconsin and is the petitioner (as part of a group) in a Patent Trial and Appeal Board proceeding challenging a Champion patent. This reciprocal litigation is characteristic of disputes between competing operating companies over technology rights.