Because an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can represent a significant capital investment, it is Because an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can represent a significant capital investment, it is important to have a general idea of how many years that investment will last. Determining longevity in power solutions lies in understanding the life cycle of a UPS’s key components, including batteries, fans, […]
Capacitors are an integral part of any uninterruptible power system (UPS). Responsible for smoothing, filtering and storing energy, these UPS components are fundamental to the overall health of your UPS. However, much like batteries, capacitors degrade over time and because of this, represent a common point of failure in uninterruptible power supplies. Facility managers and electrical […]
Living on the edge: understanding edge computing and its unique power protection requirements The explosive growth of Internet of Things (IoT) and other connected devices has resulted in the creation of unprecedented amounts of data. As the scale and complexity of data generation continue to magnify, these demands have begun to outpace the network and […]
When it comes to avoiding downtime, most organizations understand the importance of a solid power protection strategy that includes uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems. Serving as an automated backup source for the connected load when power fails, a UPS provides near-instantaneous protection from input power interruptions by switching to energy stored in its batteries. As […]
Today’s requirements for continuous uptime, coupled with an ever-increasing emphasis on energy efficiency, have catapulted power distribution units (PDUs) into the spotlight. A vital part of a comprehensive power management solution, modern PDUs not only deliver electricity to a broad range of IT equipment, but also afford a number of unique advantages. From the ability […]