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APC's Next Generation Rack Power Distribution units improve power management and maximise energy efficiency

APC by Schneider Electric has announced the Next Generation Rack Power Distribution (PDU) units. APC’s new Next Generation Metered and Switched Rack PDUs will help IT and facilities managers more effectively and productively manage power capacity and functionality for critical network, server and data centre equipment. APC’s new Rack PDUs solve rack-level power needs while incorporating new intelligent features like real power measurement ... [more]

Bluesquare Data installs Chloride's Trinergy UPS in its flagship tier 4 data centre in Milton Keynes

BlueSquare Data has installed two 400kW Trinergy UPS systems in its flagship Tier 4 data centre in Milton Keynes. The co-location provider, which offers cost-effective facilities outside of London, cited proven technology combined the prospect of significant energy savings, as the main reasons for selecting Chloride’s Trinergy UPS. Trinergy is the ideal solution for data centre managers who have to control energy costs and are consciously tryi... [more]

Power-Sonic Europe launches new PSX range of batteries for UPS

Global battery suppliers Power-Sonic are launching a brand new range of batteries specifically designed for high rate UPS applications. The PSX range of batteries is the latest addition the the Power-Sonic SLA range. Power-Sonic can manufacture the PSX range to specific specifications for large UPS projects. The batteries are vigerously tested and manufactured per requirement. ... [more]

iGo Green Technology virtually eliminates Vampire Power

Vampire Power - the energy drawn from devices that are plugged in but not in use - wastes 15 billion euros annually in Europe alone. iGo® has launched two new laptop Chargers featuring iGo’s proprietary and patent-pending iGo Green™ Technology. iGo Green Technology products automatically detect when a device is fully charged (or disconnected), and shuts off the power drawn from the wall; then, once the battery requires further charging intell... [more]

Yuasa's YuPower intelligent battery charger enable charging of all types of lead acid batteries

Yuasa Battery Sales (UK) has announced a new family of intelligent battery chargers that have been specially designed to enable charging of all types of lead acid batteries including industrial VRLA, automotive, motorcycle and cyclic types used in mobility scooters and golf trolleys. The new Yu-Power range features six models encompassing 900mA 12/6V for motorcycle batteries, through 2A 6 and 12V models, 4 and 8A 12V chargers to a 4A 24V unit.... [more]

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