{"id":2898,"date":"2019-02-04T14:45:30","date_gmt":"2019-02-04T14:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dc-group.com\/ca\/?p=2898"},"modified":"2023-11-09T16:52:58","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T16:52:58","slug":"what-happens-when-the-power-goes-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dc-group.com\/ca\/what-happens-when-the-power-goes-out\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens When the Power Goes Out?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EFF0F1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]If you’ve ever wondered what happens during a critical power event, or how the power grid and your uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system interact, here’s a brief rundown.<\/strong> <\/em><\/p>\n

When the power fluctuates or fails, a functioning UPS system prevents loss, continues revenue generation and protects buildings, equipment and inventory. This graphic gives a visual representation of how the power grid and your UPS systems engage.<\/p>\n

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Converting AC to DC and back again.<\/strong><\/em> During normal operations, a UPS system transfers AC power to the rectifier, converting that to DC power and sending it to the batteries. The conversion is needed because only DC power can be stored in UPS batteries. At the same time, the rectifier also sends DC power to the inverter. The inverter then converts DC power to AC power so it can be distributed to the load. In the event of a UPS equipment failure (when utility power is present) the static bypass allows a constant utility power to the load.<\/p>\n

Moderating utility power.<\/em><\/strong> Sometimes incoming utility provides too much, not enough or no power. In that event, UPS equipment takes over and sources near-instant power from the batteries to ensure properly filtered power to the load. Your UPS equipment makes constant adjustments to ensure proper levels.<\/p>\n

Backing up utility power.<\/strong><\/em> In the event of a complete loss of power from the grid, the UPS system’s rapid response prevents downtime and\/or potential damage. Depending on your equipment\u2019s configuration, batteries can provide power for minutes or hours, allowing backup generators to come online or for equipment to be properly shut down.<\/p>\n

The key is proactive maintenance.<\/strong><\/em> As with any complex equipment, the key to reliable performance is proactive, consistent maintenance by professionals who perform all maintenance to specs and know what to look for to prevent issues. Maintenance doesn’t just prevent failure, it also keeps equipment running at peak efficiency, which lowers utility bills. The problem with a run-until-failure approach isn’t just the enormous cost of business interruption; you’re foregoing the savings of efficient, well-maintained equipment. Consider a small component like a UPS fan. Its job is to cool “heat sinks” in the rectifier and inverter section of your UPS and dissipate heat from SCRs, IGBTs and power modules. A single IGBT can cost upward of $1,200 if it\u2019s destroyed by heat. This is a preventable expense.<\/p>\n

At DC Group, your dedicated account manager keeps you meticulously on track with proactive maintenance, and you receive constant updates through your complimentary D-Tech\u2122<\/a> client software. You also receive Site Sentry\u2122<\/a> with your maintenance contract. Site Sentry\u2122 provides the industry’s only secured remote monitoring, protecting your data as well as unlimited UPS units for complete peace of mind.<\/p>\n

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Ever wondered the impact of power outages? Delve into DC Group’s insights on power disruptions and the criticality of reliable UPS solutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

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At DC Group we\u2019re known for our speedy response times across the U.S. and Canada. Here\u2019s how we do it!<\/p>

First, our field service engineers (FSEs) are full employees, not contractors, and we have hired for a very high level of expertise in our FSE staff\u2014we have more OEM and military experience in our fleet of field service engineers than any other independent service provider. Being employees means that our FSEs have full support and ongoing training at our state-of-the-art training facility. It also means they\u2019re accountable to a boss.<\/p>

We have FSEs in almost every major city, which has cut our average response time in major metro areas to a half hour (our average response time overall holds steady at 2.35 hours). Along with our FSEs, we have strategically located parts hubs. Having the correct parts on hand is crucial to resolving issues quickly, so we keep those parts hubs supplied with OEM-discontinued and rare components as well as the most commonly used and in-demand parts. Additionally, we have two main warehouse locations that manage critical power components inventory and keep everyone stocked up.<\/p>

This map shows the location and number of FSEs in green, parts hubs in orange and our main warehouses in blue.<\/p>

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Batteries are involved in a high percentage of critical power events, and we are relentless about keeping all the most commonly used batteries in stock, including Enersys and CSB.<\/p>

Have any questions about our response time, parts inventory system or FSE staff? Please get in touch<\/a>! We\u2019re always happy to talk about how we can bring you the best critical power maintenance service available.<\/p>

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