Schneider Electric has extended Easy UPS 3L from 250 kVA to 600 kVA (400V) with the addition of 250, 300, and 400 kVA 3-phase Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs) for external batteries.
Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management
The main difference between a UPS and a power supply is that a UPS provides backup power, while a power supply simply converts AC power to DC power. Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device that provides backup power to critical electrical loads when the primary power source fails. UPSs typically use batteries to store energy, which can then be used to power loads for a limited amount of time. IT Reseller news and articles relating to Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management, Battery/Flywheel backup, DC Power Solutions, Surge Protective Devices, Switchgear, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Remote Monitoring, Meters, Software, Connectivity, Enclosures & related services.
EfficiencyIT secures new contract to upgrade power infrastructure at Wellcome Sanger Institute
Feb 18, 2021
EfficiencyIT, a specialist consultancy in data centre design and build, edge computing and IT services, has secured a new contract with the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the genomic research and bio-informatics company.
Schneider Electric Easy UPS series promises resilient power, easy installation and fast deployment for Electrical Contractors and Specifiers
Oct 29, 2020
Schneider Electric has announced the availability of its Easy UPS Series for electrical professionals. The series includes Easy UPS SMVS a single-phase line-interactive UPS; Easy UPS SRVS, a single-phase online double conversion UPS available in tower and rack-mounted versions; and Easy UPS 3S, a three-phase, online double conversion UPS.
Schneider Electric launches new APC Easy Rack PDU family, complete with flexible power monitoring and ultra-lightweight footprint
Sep 23, 2020
Schneider Electric has launched the APC Easy Rack PDU range, providing an easy-to-install, easy-to-use and customisable power distribution unit for connected loads.
The new APC Easy Rack PDU family offers reliable power distribution at a competitive cost, from a globally trusted brand and leader in battery back-uppower.
Walmart and Schneider Electric announce collaboration to help suppliers access renewable energy
Sep 17, 2020
Walmart Inc. and Schneider Electric have entered into a new collaboration that will provide increased access to renewable energy for Walmart’s US-based suppliers, enabling them to lead on climate action.
Schneider Electric partners with Anord Mardix to deliver critical data Centre power distribution and protection solutions
Jul 16, 2020
Schneider Electric is entering into a partnership with power management system provider Anord Mardix (USA) Inc. to develop and deploy critical power solutions to the data centre market.
Schneider Electric introduces easy UPS 3L 500 and 600 kVA to make business continuity easy with optimised investment
Jul 13, 2020
Schneider Electric has introduced Easy UPS 3L, the newest part of the Easy UPS 3-phase Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) range, extending the medium range to 500 and 600 kVA (400V) for external batteries.
Schneider Electric releases White Paper on capital cost comparison of data centre liquid cooling vs traditional air cooling
Jul 07, 2020
Schneider Electric has announced a new White Paper #282, “Capital Cost Analysis of Immersive Liquid-Cooled vs. Air-Cooled Large Data Centres”, available for immediate download via the Schneider Electric website.
Eaton extends benefits of Smart Universal Marshalling Solution to non-hazardous area applications
Jun 16, 2020
Power management company Eaton has introduced a new version of its revolutionary MTL SUM5 smart universal marshalling solution for use in non-hazardous area industrial applications. Offering the same unique modular design as the original, the general purpose MTL SUM5 delivers lifetime cost savings for signal conditioning applications. Additionally, the new configuration module makes programming far easier and faster.
Expected surge in demand for cold storage solutions
May 25, 2020
Higher seasonal temperatures and reduced product demand stemming from the COVID-19 crisis will result in cold storage spaces exceeding capacity, according to temporary power and temperature solutions company, Aggreko.
Power & Uninterruptible Power Supply
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a device that provides backup power to a load when the input power source or mains power fails. A UPS differs from a traditional auxiliary/emergency power system or standby generator in that it will provide near-instantaneous protection from input power interruptions by switching to energy stored in battery packs, supercapacitors or flywheels.
UPSs are typically used to protect hardware such as computers, data centers, telecommunication equipment or other electrical equipment where an unexpected power disruption could cause injuries, fatalities, serious business disruption or data loss.
There are three main types of UPSs:
- Standby UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power when the input power source fails. The battery is not constantly powered, so there is a brief delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Line-interactive UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to correct minor fluctuations in the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Online UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to isolate the load from the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no interruption in power when the input power source fails.
The type of UPS that is best for you will depend on your specific needs. If you need to protect critical equipment from power disruptions, then an online UPS is the best option. If you are on a budget, then a standby UPS may be sufficient.
Benefits of a UPS:
- Protects your equipment from power disruptions
- Provides enough time to save your work and shut down your computer gracefully
- Prevents data loss
- Protects your equipment from damage caused by power surges and spikes
- Provides a clean and stable power supply
