I also have and use a Tice Powerblock (and Titan). I would suggest, if you decide to go with that unit, that you consider upgrading the outlets in it, and maybe replacing the power cord with a better one. Also check to see if the ground has been connected in the unit; earlier production units did not have the ground wire attached. Tice issued a service notice stating that they changed their view and they would now recommend grounding the unit.