While undeniably the heart of any uninterruptible power system (UPS), batteries unfortunately are also the most vulnerable aspect. In fact, battery failure consistently ranks among the most common causes of load loss. Understanding how to properly maintain and manage UPS batteries is not only instrumental to extending their service life but can also help thwart […]
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Knowledge is Power: Understanding UPS battery options
When it comes to the batteries within uninterruptible power systems (UPSs), one size doesn’t fit all. In fact, for decades, most smaller standby systems have used sealed VRLA batteries, while larger double-conversion systems have typically relied on flooded-cell VLA batteries. There’s also a relative newcomer to the family, as lithium-ion has joined the two decades-old […]
5 Steps To Prevent Thermal Runaway
When it comes to ailments that affect batteries in uninterruptible power systems (UPS’s), few have the capacity to spark disaster like thermal runaway. Occurring most often in valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries, this potentially hazardous condition is created when the rate of internal heat being generated exceeds the rate at which it can be expelled. […]
Recommended UPS Service Maintenance Schedule
You tender a request for vacation weeks or even months in advance, highlight upcoming appointments on the calendar and share your daily availability with everyone in the organization — right down to the hour. But are you devoting the same level of care and planning to your UPS maintenance schedule?
10 Truths About UPS Maintenance
Research has repeatedly proven that regular maintenance of uninterruptible power systems (UPSs) is one of the most successful and cost-effective tactics to ensuring their ongoing optimal performance. For optimal results, be advised of the following 10 certainties when it comes to your service approach: 1. UPS components will eventually fail. Yes, even the highest quality […]