Eaton Unlocks the Power of UPSs
The primary purpose of a UPS is twofold: to keep the power supply stable and provide backup power in the event of an outage.
“If there are power fluctuations, a UPS can stabilize that power and make sure that any connected device runs continuously,” Giri says. “If there is a power outage, the battery automatically kicks in and gives enough time for businesses to shut down all key applications.”
While UPS devices may differ slightly in size and form factor, they’re typically small, unobtrusive boxes that look similar to a router or modem. The UPS is plugged directly into a power outlet, and any connected devices are plugged into the UPS.
But the innovation is not without its challenges. For instance, “most UPSs are black boxes, so users don’t know how long the battery will last or if the incoming power quality is consistent.”
Remote locations are another challenge. “Consider a company with 5,000 retail locations across the United States,” Giri says. “Each one has a point-of-sale device connected to a UPS. If a UPS in a remote location fails, how do they fix it?”
