High-Efficiency Power Protection: Emerson Network Power Introduces Liebert NXL 1100 kVA/1100kW to Provide High-Efficiency UPS Protection for Critical Data Centers

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) April 12, 2012

Summary: Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, today introduced the Liebert NXL 1100kVA/1100kW UPS to offer medium to large data centers a level of operating efficiency previously available only in transformer-free systems, but with the safety, fault tolerance, and reliability demonstrated by transformer-based systems. The Liebert NXL UPS is UL and CSA listed and is available globally for 60 Hz applications480, 575 or 600VAC.

Details: The Liebert NXL UPS is the first large transformer-based UPS system to be tested and UL listed and labeled to UL1778 fourth edition specifications. The highest-capacity transformer-based UPS in the industry, Liebert NXL 1100kVA/1100kW UPS provides the industrys best operating efficiency at typical load levels in double conversion mode with up to 98 percent efficiency when operating in Intelligent Eco-Mode.

The Liebert NXL UPS battery ground fault isolation results in normal system operation even under battery ground fault conditions. During these fault conditions, the system does not go to bypass as happens with transformer-free technologies. The Liebert NXL UPS is available in many configurations, including single module, 1+N distributed bypass and N+1 central bypass, to ensure the right level of power redundancy for any critical application and Tier level. The robust design of the Liebert NXL UPS allows operation at 100 percent load under a stack-up of conditions that would require other systems to de-rate their output or compromise system availability.

The Liebert NXL UPS features optional matching battery cabinets that can be equipped with Alber BDSi integrated battery monitoring to proactively monitor battery health. A Liebert NXL System Control Cabinet is available for N+1 parallel configurations, controlling the operation of the system and also containing the system static bypass switch.

Liebert SiteScan Web centralized monitoring software can be used to offer maximum control, monitoring and visibility to Liebert NXL UPS. It also comes with the ability to output data directly to a network for integration with other monitoring systems.

Quotes attributable to Peter Panfil, vice president of global power, Emerson Network Power:

As critical power requirements in todays high-availability data centers continue to increase, IT and facility managers are seeking the greater power capacity and superior reliability and energy efficiency needed to meet growing demand. Until recently this has been fueling a growing interest in using transformer-free UPS modules in three-phase critical power applications.

The transformer-based Liebert NXL 1100 kVA UPS utilizes the latest power protection technology to offer a level of operating efficiency that was previously only available in transformer-free systems.

It also features battery ground fault isolation that ensures normal operation under battery ground fault conditions and isolates personnel working on the DC systems from hazardous AC voltage.

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About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, delivers software, hardware and services that maximize availability, capacity and efficiency for data centers, healthcare and industrial facilities. A trusted industry leader in smart infrastructure technologies, Emerson Network Power provides innovative data center infrastructure management solutions that bridge the gap between IT and facility management and deliver efficiency and uncompromised availability regardless of capacity demands. Our solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Learn more about Emerson Network Power products and services at http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com.

High-Efficiency Power Protection: Emerson Network Power Introduces Liebert NXL 1100 kVA/1100kW to Provide High-Efficiency UPS Protection for Critical Data Centers

Beyond the Data Center: Emerson Network Power Survey Reveals Top IT Concerns Inside Hospitals in North America

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) November 3, 2010

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, today announced results of its 2010 survey on IT and facility issues inside the hospital. The survey results, which include responses from North America-based professionals in IT management/IT operations, data center management and facilities management, reported budget, power requirements and availability as top concerns.

Other notable results from the survey included:

More than half of respondents upgraded their healthcare facility’s power and cooling infrastructure when implementing new technologies like Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)/network communications and picture archiving and communication systems (PACS), showing a correlation between the importance of power and cooling infrastructure and the reliance on IT systems.
More than one-half of patient rooms are not supported by any uninterruptible power source, and just 28 percent of operating rooms have emergency power receptacles serviced through an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). This lack of protection makes critical patient data vulnerable to downtime as there is no ride-through until the hospital’s emergency generators can assume the critical load.
Thirty-two percent of those surveyed had experienced unplanned downtime of their IT systems while 29 percent responded that their data centers did not deploy redundant power systems or didn’t know what type of distribution strategy was being used. This suggests that, despite an increased reliance on IT, there is a need for increasing awareness of infrastructure technologies and strategies.
Despite the recession, 60 percent indicated they plan to add more server and storage capacity in their hospital data centers in the next 24 months, while more than half are planning to update or expand IT infrastructure within an existing hospital. Twenty-seven percent plan to expand the existing hospital, while 15 percent plan to build a new facility.
Regarding cloud computing in the healthcare setting, web servers and web-based applications have the second highest cloud adoption rate at 49 percent (13 percent is specified as internal cloud), among respondents, and 50 percent of respondents plan to implement disaster recovery/backup-as-a-service on an internal or external cloud. Forty-nine percent of respondents mentioned a concern with security and cloud computing.

Quotes attributable to Jeff Sturgeon, vice president of marketing and solutions, Emerson Network Power’s Liebert products business in North America:

“With shrinking IT budgets and rising demand for computing capacity, it’s not surprising that healthcare IT and facilities professionals cited budget, power requirements and availability as top concerns inside the hospital.”
“Although it is a relief to know that those in the healthcare industry recognize the relationship between power and cooling infrastructure and IT system availability, the lack of hospital-wide power protection in the OR and patient rooms is concerning.”
“Patient records in the data center may remain available and protected during a utility outage, but without extending protection into the hospital, medical personnel will not have access to vital data while hospital-based IT devices are temporarily down.”

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About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, is the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity from grid to chip for telecommunication networks, data centers, health care and industrial facilities. Emerson Network Power provides innovative solutions and expertise in areas including AC and DC power and precision cooling systems, embedded computing and power, integrated racks and enclosures, power switching and controls, infrastructure management, and connectivity. All solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Learn more about Emerson Network Power products and services at http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2009 were $ 20.9 billion. For more information, visit http://www.Emerson.com.

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Beyond the Data Center: Emerson Network Power Survey Reveals Top IT Concerns Inside Hospitals in North America

Get Smart: Emerson Network Power Introduces Smart Solutions Integrated Infrastructure to Optimize Data Center Efficiency and Capacity

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) February 2, 2011

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, today introduced Smart Solutions, a family of intelligent, integrated infrastructure systems for the data center. These Smart Solutions bring together best-of-breed technologies and industry best practices to enable cost-effective management of capacity, efficiency and availability through interoperable systems configured to speed implementation, adapt to change and reduce costs.

As part of the family, the company also introduced the SmartRowTM and SmartModTM offerings which, along with the previously released SmartAisleTM offering, exemplify the design principles and value of all Smart Solutions. These offerings are available globally. Timing and availability will differ from region to region.

The SmartRow offering is a unique, standalone data center infrastructure that supports up to 20kW of IT equipment in an enclosed, multi-rack configuration with integrated power, cooling, infrastructure management and fire suppression. By reducing room modifications required to support IT equipment, the configuration can reduce initial capital costs by about 10 percent. It can cut ongoing energy costs by up to 30 percent.

The SmartMod offering is an intelligent, integrated infrastructure included in a rapid-deployment enclosure. It can be used to supplement existing data center capacity or can be deployed as a standalone, remote data center or disaster recovery site. Unlike other containerized systems, the SmartMod enclosure comes in configurations to support a wide range of capacity needs and accommodates the most common data center densities without sacrificing availability.

The SmartAisle infrastructure can increase efficiency and provide flexibility through row-based infrastructure for new and existing data centers. Through a simplified, modular design, SmartAisle configurations enable IT professionals to reduce equipment costs, optimize the use of existing infrastructure, free up stranded capacity and reduce energy consumption by up to 30 percent.

Smart Solutions

The Smart Solutions leverages Emerson Network Powers breadth of technologies and depth of data center design expertise. The offerings integrate many of Emersons power, precision cooling, monitoring and management technologies and services, including Liebert, Knurr, ASCO, Avocent, and NetSure branded products to deliver efficiency without compromising availability in the data center.

Emersons data center expertise is reflected in the way these infrastructure solutions enable customers to benefit from industry best practices, such as:

Get Smart: Emerson Network Power Introduces Smart Solutions Integrated Infrastructure to Optimize Data Center Efficiency and Capacity

Emerson Network Power Releases Trellis Platform to Unify IT and Facilities Management for Improved Data Center Performance and TCO

Huntsville, Alabama (PRWEB) May 15, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, today announced the global availability of the first four software applications in the Trellis platform. Working with the previously released Avocent Universal Management Gateway, the Trellis software applications deliver real-time infrastructure optimization that enables up to 70 percent improved operational efficiency and 25 percent improved energy efficiency.

These efficiencies can be realized because, for the first time, data center managers have all the management capabilities they need in one solution and one location, eliminating duplicate processes and the need to link together disparate, proprietary systems before a complete picture of IT and facilities devices and performance can be gained.

Emerson Network Power Releases Trellis Platform to Unify IT and Facilities Management for Improved Data Center Performance and TCO

Emerson Network Power Increases Capacity of Liebert NX UPS Product Line with introduction of 225 kVA 600 kVA Ratings

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) June 27, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, has added new, higher-capacity models to the transformer-free Liebert NX family of double conversion UPS systems with todays release of the Liebert NX 225-600 kVA UPS. The UL-listed Liebert NX 225-600 kVA is available for global regions with 480V, 60 Hz applications, including North America, Central and South America, the Philippines, Taiwan and Korea.

Highly Efficient, Scalable UPS with More Real Power

The scalable UPS system offers mid-tolarge-sized data centers a backup power solution that provides the flexibility to grow incrementally without requiring infrastructure renovations. Softscale technology allows the Liebert NX 225-600 kVA to be sized to current power requirements and easily scaled up to a larger capacity with a simple software key, which is a more reliable method than adding hardware to grow the module rating. It offers IT managers an economical expansion path for data center growth without adding to the UPS footprint.

The Liebert NX 225-600 kVA transformer-free UPS operates at extremely high efficiency, resulting in lower utility costs. In normal, double-conversion mode, the Liebert UPS operates at 95 percent or higher efficiency during typical 40 percent – 80 percent loading. During Intelligent Eco-mode operation, the Liebert NX 225-600 kVA UPS operates at efficiencies up to 99 percent. This high efficiency operating mode is standard on each system and enables the unit to run on bypass power during customer-defined conditions. This no-break mode is optimized for the Liebert NX design by maintaining power to the rectifier, and keeping the inverter energized and synchronized with the input for fast, no-break return to full double-conversion mode.

Monitoring Capabilities Keep Data Center Managers Informed and in Control

The Liebert UPS features a real-time, menu-driven touch-screen display panel that monitors a variety of operating parameters, including unit metering and status information. The Liebert NX also can be centrally-monitored and managed through an optional Liebert SiteScan

Emerson Network Power Increases Capacity of Liebert NX UPS Product Line with introduction of 225 kVA 600 kVA Ratings

Emerson Network Power Enables Science Center to Amplify the Power of Interactive Learning

Huntsville, AL (PRWEB) August 07, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, today announced that the Sci-Quest Hands-on Science Center is using the Avocent

Emerson Network Power Enables Science Center to Amplify the Power of Interactive Learning

New Release of Emerson Network Powers Avocent

Huntsville, Alabama (PRWEB) September 10, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, today introduced a new release of the Avocent HMX High Performance KVM switch with features that significantly enhance its functionality and usability.

The Avocent HMX High Performance KVM switch is the market-leading IP matrix KVM switch for the last five years. It provides users with the ability to quickly access remote high-performance work stations or computing equipment with the same user experience they would have if they were connected directly to the equipment in the same room. It allows sites to share expensive specialized equipment between users as needed without having to move the user or the equipment.

The new release enhances the Avocent HMX platform with its complex switching capability, improved switching time and validated security features. Avocent HMX now allows multiple receivers and transmitters to be grouped to facilitate complex switching, such as grouping four or more monitors, or controlling a video wall or ceiling mounted projector remotely. And, with a 60 percent switch-time improvement, switching is now even faster, which significantly improves usability. In addition, the new release enables users to switch quickly between multiple computers with different functionality and security classification levels in a secure and reliable manner. This greatly enhances KVM applications in industries that require the most advanced technologies to ensure information security.

The new release is available as a free firmware upgrade for existing customers with compatible Avocent HMX Managers.

Avocent invented the KVM over IP switch market, and has been awarded more than 158 U.S. patents covering KVM and video compression technologies, said Steve Hassell, president of the Avocent business of Emerson Network Power. The newly released Avocent HMX High Performance KVM switch demonstrates our continuing investment and innovation in KVM, and is the result of ongoing research and development and listening to our customers.

To learn more about Emerson Network Powers high-performance KVM switches, please visit http://www.emersonnetworkpower.com/en-US/Products/KVM/HighPerformanceKVM/Pages/Default.aspx.

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About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, delivers software, hardware and services that maximize availability, capacity and efficiency for data centers, healthcare and industrial facilities. A trusted industry leader in smart infrastructure technologies, Emerson Network Power provides innovative data center infrastructure management solutions that bridge the gap between IT and facility management and deliver efficiency and uncompromised availability regardless of capacity demands. Our solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Learn more about Emerson Network Power products and services at http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets around the world. The company is comprised of five business segments: Process Management, Industrial Automation, Network Power, Climate Technologies, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Sales in fiscal 2011 were $ 24.2 billion. For more information, visit http://www.Emerson.com.

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Emerson Network Power Bolsters Hybrid Energy Portfolio with Introduction of NetSure 701H Hybrid Systems

Warrenville, IL (PRWEB) September 11, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing reliability, deployment speed and operational efficiency for communications networks, today enhanced its industry-leading line of hybrid energy solutions for telecom networks with the introduction of the NetSure 701H series of hybrid systems for indoor and outdoor hybrid energy applications. The NetSure 701H series extends Emerson Network Powers established capabilities in the area of hybrid energy for telecom access sites up to 21kW by incorporating an integrated design that manages multiple energy sources, reduces operational costs by more than 50 percent, and requires less than two hours for installation. It addresses specific ongoing challenges in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the Caribbean, South America and other growing regions where grid power infrastructure may be limited or unreliable.

For telecom operators and tower companies, fuel, generator and maintenance costs are major operational expenses for access sitesespecially remote sitesand hybrid energy solutions are an increasingly necessary option to minimize costs and remain competitive in many parts of the world. In addition, space often is at a premium, and reducing the power solution footprint helps ensure the access site has space for future growth. The NetSure 701H series reduces the footprint required on-site to less than 1.5 square meters.

The NetSure 701H series of hybrid systems minimizes costsby using significantly less fuel and requiring fewer maintenance visitswhile improving network reliability for our customers, said Wake Norris, director of product management solutions for Emerson Network Powers Energy Systems business. Emerson Network Power was the first infrastructure provider to address the need for dramatic operational savings through hybrid energy solutions and the NetSure 701H series of hybrid systems further extends our best-in-class performance while reducing the site footprint and enabling active site management to ensure long-term system health and efficiency.

Hybrid solutions strategically blend power from generators, batteries, solar, grid/mains and other sources to achieve the lowest possible energy cost. Emerson Network Powers hybrid solutions, including the NetSure 701H series, also enable and provide active site management to ensure proper battery health, optimal generator maintenance, real-time fuel information, and other operational benefits.

Emerson Network Powers portfolio of smart hybrid solutions includes NetSure 701 DC power systems, high-efficiency eSure rectifiers, solar converters, battery backup solutions, and enclosures, including the condensed footprint NetXtend ODU. Additionally, Emerson Network Powers smart hybrid portfolio, includes the EnergyMaster ENEC monitoring system, advanced controllers for NetSure DC power systems, and NetPerform services, delivering unmatched visibility and control of the hybrid infrastructure to increase reliability and decrease operational costs.

Every potential hybrid site is different, with unique and often unpredictable environmental and regulatory considerations, Norris said. At Emerson Network Power, we have the technologies, experience and expertise needed to engineer hybrid site solutions to help providers achieve the desired balance between capital and operational cost to achieve maximum ROI, even as operating conditions change.

For more information, visit http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/hybrid or download Emerson Network Powers white paper, Hybrid Energy Deployment: What to Consider When Enabling Alternative Energy Sources at the Cell Site. For information on Emerson Network Powers products and solutions for telecommunications, visit http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/EnergySystems.

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About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, maximizes reliability, deployment speed and operational efficiency for communications networks. A trusted industry leader in smart infrastructure technologies, Emerson Network Power provides innovative, rapidly deployable solutions that deliver efficiency and uncompromised reliability regardless of network demands. Our solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Learn more about Emerson Network Power products and services at http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets around the world. The company is comprised of five business segments: Process Management, Industrial Automation, Network Power, Climate Technologies, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Sales in fiscal 2011 were $ 24.2 billion. For more information, visit http://www.Emerson.com.

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Emerson Network Power Configurable AC-DC Power Supplies Meet Third Edition IEC 60601 Medical Safety Standard

Carlsbad, Calif. (PRWEB) September 18, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, today announced that all versions of its configurable ac-dc power supplies featuring medical safety approvals are now compliant with the third edition of the ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2005 / IEC 60601-1 medical safety standard. This allows designers of equipment for medical applications to continue to specify and build-in these highly flexible power supplies, secure in the knowledge that they are taking an uncompromised, future-proof route.

All Emerson Network Power configurable ac-dc power supplies that complied with the second edition of the standard now also fully comply with the requirements of the third edition, and include at least two means of patient protection (MOPP). The improvements cover factors such as increased creepage distances and clearance on mains connectors, better insulation of isolation transformer windings and reduced capacitance between input and outputs.

Emerson Network Power produces a diverse range of medically-approved configurable ac-dc power supplies, with power outputs as high as 4,920 watts. The range includes the popular iVS,

Emerson Network Power Configurable AC-DC Power Supplies Meet Third Edition IEC 60601 Medical Safety Standard

Emerson Network Power Introduces NetSure 721 DC Power System

Warrenville, IL (PRWEB) September 26, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing reliability, deployment speed and operational efficiency for communications networks, today introduced the NetSure 721 DC power system, featuring Emersons advanced controller that enables enhanced monitoring and energy management capabilities for wireless (LTE, 3G, DAS, MTSO), wireline (small CO, cable) and data center applications. The NetSure 721 DC power system is available in North America.

The modular NetSure 721 power system, with 3500 watt rectifiers, provides up to 4000 amps for -48 volt systems with a DC to DC converter option for up to 480 amps at +24 volts. It also includes the ACU+ controller that enables full-site monitoring, energy and battery management and improves the overall energy efficiency of the siteand Emerson Network Powers industry-leading eSureTM high-efficiency rectifiers. The ACU+ controllers energy-efficient ECO Mode reduces operating expenses by activating rectifiers as needed while placing others on standby to minimize power consumption.

The keys to truly optimizing performance and efficiency in todays network are visibility and technology intelligence. The NetSure721 DC power system is best-in-class in both regards with its ability to monitor fluctuating conditions and adjust accordingly to deliver real-world energy efficiency, said David Michlovic, director of product management for Emerson Network Powers Energy Systems business.

The ACU+ controller is capable of monitoring and controlling up to 60 rectifiers and provides advanced battery management, including thermal runaway management, current limiting, alarm history, and data acquisition. In addition, a battery resistance monitor can be integrated to measure internal cell resistance. The ACU+ can be accessed on-site via an LCD display or remotely via a user-friendly web interface.

The NetSure 721 is easy to install, operate and maintain, with full front access and an AC input connection design that includes individual, dual and three-phase rectifier feed options. Each NetSure 721 distribution cabinet is modular by row and position, with four distinct distribution cabinet sizes that accommodate up to four distribution panels. Floor space can be maximized by installing the low-profile design atop batteries or other equipment. Distribution panels offer low voltage and battery disconnect and can be configured for a variety of device types. Up to three distribution bays can be included in the system for a total capacity of 4000 amps and up to 12 distribution panels.

For more information on the NetSure 721 DC power system, visit http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com. For more information on Emerson Network Powers products and solutions for telecommunications, visit http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com/EnergySystems.

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About Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, maximizes reliability, deployment speed and operational efficiency for communications networks. A trusted industry leader in smart infrastructure technologies, Emerson Network Power provides innovative, rapidly deployable solutions that deliver efficiency and uncompromised reliability regardless of network demands. Our solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Learn more about Emerson Network Power products and services at http://www.EmersonNetworkPower.com.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and tools and storage businesses. Sales in fiscal 2011 were $ 24.2 billion. For more information, visit http://www.Emerson.com.

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Emerson Network Power Considers How Far Organizations Should Go to Improve Data Center Efficiency

Columbus, OHIO (PRWEB) October 24, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and a global leader in maximizing availability, capacity and efficiency of critical infrastructure, today released guidelines for organizations to consider when deciding to retrofit or replace a data center in the quest for greater efficiency.

Over the past few years, IT systems and data center infrastructure technologies that significantly improve efficiency have become available. Accordingly, the experts at Emerson Network Power now are frequently asked to help organizations determine how to take advantage of these improvements, especially in data centers that have run or are running out of capacity. Whats the better course of action? Should they retrofit the existing data center or replace it with a new one?

When to Retrofit

A retrofit is a good option when efficiency and stranded capacity are the major issues. Retrofitting has advantages over building a new data center, cost being at the top of the list, said Peter Panfil, vice president of global power, Emerson Network Power. Today, a new data center could cost in the range of $ 17M per megawatt, with ways to push this down to $ 12M per megawatt (for example, through UPS utilization improvements). A retrofit will run 25 percent to 40 percent of the new-build cost and in many cases can deliver the efficiency and capacity needed to extend the life of the data center.

Newer cooling, power and IT technologies that improve energy efficiency also help recover stranded capacity. Recovered capacity then can be allocated where needed.

Cold-aisle containment, intelligent controls that monitor conditions at the server and economization all lead to better efficiency by improving temperature and airflow management.

Additionally, implementing component technologies that optimize the cooling system to work more efficiently at partial loads is another good way to recover capacity without starting from scratch. Variable speed drives improve efficiency significantly over traditional fixed-speed fans, and electronically commutated (EC) plug fans are even more efficient. Both variable speed drives and EC plug fans can be installed on existing cooling units and their operation optimized by networking the cooling units through intelligent controls. Intelligent controls ensure the units work together as a system to optimize performance and efficiency.

Component upgrades such as these are much less intrusive than replacing entire cooling systems, and their payback is typically about two years, said Steve Madara, vice president and general manager, Emerson Network Powers Liebert Precision Cooling business. When you consider adding new components to upgrade existing precision cooling equipment, however, keep in mind that its like deciding when to trade in your car for a new model. Theres a certain point where you cant get enough mileage from retrofitted equipment to make it worth the investment.

Upgrades that make the power system more efficient include double-conversion UPS technology that eliminates conversion process losses, intelligent pairing of UPS modules and high-efficiency transformers. Additionally, adding a data center infrastructure management solution, implementing eco-mode on the UPS and optimizing the power path from the UPS to the servers all contribute to energy savings.

Data center managers also can employ Emerson Network Powers Energy Logic to improve energy efficiency. Energy Logic leverages the cascade effect that occurs when lower energy consumption at the component and device level is magnified by reducing demand on support systems. Its possible to achieve high overall energy savings from the cascade effect. Saving energy extends the useful life of the data center by freeing space in the data center that can be used for IT expansion.

When to Replace

While many options for retrofitting the data center exist, it is not always the practical choice. The downside of a major retrofit is that you are doing it in a live data center, Panfil said. If you are maxed out on space, its difficult to upgrade for efficiency without jeopardizing availability. In this case, upgrading unit by unit may protect against downtime, but organizations should consider building a new data center when:

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Emerson Network Power Considers How Far Organizations Should Go to Improve Data Center Efficiency

New Fully Digital 800 Watt Bulk Front-End Power Supply from Emerson Network Power Features 80 PLUS Gold Standard Efficiency

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) December 05, 2012

A new 800 watt bulk front-end power supply from Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, meets the 80 PLUS Gold standard for efficiency. The DS800SL-3 power supply has an exceptionally high efficiency of 92 percent when operating at half-load from a 230 Vac input, combined with a typical power factor in excess of 0.99.

With a high power density of 19.05 W/in3 (1.16 W/cm3) in a slim-line rack-mounting package, DS800SL-3 power supplies enable system designers to minimize space requirements in enterprise servers and similar space-constrained applications.

The new DS800SL-3 is a fully digital design; it features a built-in I2C serial bus interface and uses the industry-standard PMBus communications protocol. Developed primarily for systems employing distributed power architectures, the power supply has a wide input voltage range of 90 to 264 Vac and is rated for 800 watts output power. The main 12 Vdc payload output is programmable by plus/minus 10 percent, and can deliver up to 65.7 A continuously. An auxiliary always on 5 Vdc output, rated at 2.4 A, is also provided for powering server management circuits. Both outputs are tightly regulated, have no minimum load requirement, and offer remote sensing the 12 Vdc output can compensate for a load bus drop of up to 200 mV.

Opposite-end ac input and dc outputs facilitate fast replacement in the field, and the dc output card edge connector is compatible with the Intel

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Emerson Network Power Announces New Triple-Output 45 Watt Power Supplies with Medical and IT Equipment Safety Approvals

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) December 12, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, today announced two new triple-output open-frame ac-dc power supplies, the NPT43-M and the NPT44-M. Extending Emersons successful NPT40-M series, these new models are suitable for a wide range of IT equipment, medical, light industrial, instrumentation and process systems, as well as low-power dental and laboratory equipment.

NPT40-M series power supplies are rated for 45 watts power output with convection cooling and up to 55 watts with forced air cooling. The NPT43-M offers 5, 15 and -15Vdc regulated outputs while the NPT44-M offers 5, 12 and 24 Vdc regulated outputs.

The expanded NPT40-M series carries a comprehensive set of worldwide IT equipment (ITE) and non-patient contact and non-patient critical medical safety approvals. These power supplies can accommodate operating temperatures from minus 20 to 50 degrees Celsius at full power and as high as 80 degrees Celsius with de-rating. They feature an industry standard 2 x 4 inch (51 x 102 mm) footprint, and a height of less than 1 inch (25 mm), making them ideal for 1U high portable and rack-mounting equipment.

Emerson Network Powers NPT40-M series has a wide-range universal input capable of accommodating any ac voltage in the range 90 to 264 Vac. It can also operate from any dc input in the range 127 to 300 Vdc, enabling it to be used virtually anywhere in the world. The NPT42-M power supply requires less than 74 W of input power, and inrush current is less than 50 A peak at 230 Vac input.

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(PRWEB) December 27, 2012

St. Louis, Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc., a business of Emerson has issued a new infographic that illustrates how the companys 100 million manufactured Copeland Scroll compressors are helping their customers safeguard food, improve human comfort and protect the environment.

The new infographic, available for download at http://www.emersonclimate.com/CopelandScroll100, includes data points showing how Copeland Scroll technology is advancing HVACR systems worldwide.

The company used information from its own research and from industry sources to develop the content and organize the information around themes based on the Emerson Climate Technologies vision.

With over 100 million Copeland Scroll compressors in the market and 25 years of production, we have seen a number of great success stories across industries and geographies, said Cathy Billing, Marketing Communications Manager for Emerson Climate Technologies. This infographic showcases how our compressor technology is living up to its reputation of efficiency and reliability; meeting todays challenges and looking into the future.

The infographic shows how Copeland Scroll technology helps safeguard food, with the example of Copeland Scroll Digital compressors and how they contribute to a $ 500 million savings in banana shipping costs, from reducing spoilage. More than 240 million passengers on China rail cars rely on Copeland Scroll horizontal compressors to keep them cool during transit, an example in the infographic of how Emerson is improving human comfort. Emerson also showed how its Copeland Scroll technology can protect the environment by explaining how systems equipped with Copeland Scroll Digital technology can help save a percentage of the $ 6 billion a year that schools spend on energy costs.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets around the world. The company is comprised of five business segments: Process Management, Industrial Automation, Network Power, Climate Technologies, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Sales in fiscal 2012 were $ 24.4 billion. For more information, visit http://www.Emerson.com.

About Emerson Climate Technologies

Emerson Climate Technologies, a business segment of Emerson, is the worlds leading provider of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial and commercial applications. The group combines best-in-class technology with proven engineering, design, distribution, educational and monitoring services to provide customized, integrated climate-control solutions for customers worldwide. The innovative solutions of Emerson Climate Technologies, which include industry-leading brands such as Copeland Scroll and White-Rodgers, improve human comfort, safeguard food and protect the environment. For more information, visit EmersonClimate.com.

About Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc.

Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc., a company of the Emerson Climate Technologies business segment, is the worlds leading compressor manufacturer, offering more than 10,000 compressor models in a full range of technologies, including scroll, reciprocating and screw compressor designs. A pioneer in the HVACR industry, the company led the introduction of scroll technology to the marketplace. Today, more than 100 million Copeland Scroll compressors have been produced for residential and commercial air conditioning and commercial refrigeration systems around the world. Emerson Climate Technologies, Inc. is headquartered in Sidney, Ohio. For more information, visit EmersonClimate.com.

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