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Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS): Dos and Don’ts for Optimal Performance

Kait Donieto — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 06:15:10 +0000

A consistent and reliable power supply is paramount in our technology-driven era. An uninterruptible power supply, or UPS, ensures that our equipment and systems stay powered even in the face of electrical hiccups. From safeguarding our computers at home to securing critical infrastructure in businesses, a power supply plays a vital role in keeping uninterrupted power.

Think about your daily routine: you’re typing away on your computer, perhaps binge-watching your favorite series on a streaming service, or plugging in essential home appliances. Now imagine that abruptly halting due to a power outage. An uninterruptible power supply ensures that doesn’t happen. It’s the unsung hero that keeps your gadgets and appliances running smoothly, offering peace of mind in an unpredictable power landscape.

Advantages of UPS

• Continuity during power surges: It stabilizes the voltage to shield you from power floods.

• Refined and filtered power supply: It normalizes power levels to protect you from the negative effects of blackout restoration.

• Instant power during brownouts: It provides instant power to your equipment at the exact moment the power goes out.

Understanding the Dos and Don'ts When Having UPS

Given the advantages of an uninterruptible power supply, it is also essential to know how to make the most of it. Responsible usage is important to ensure its optimal performance and longevity. To maximize its efficiency, here are the essential dos and don’ts to keep in mind.

Dos

• Place the unit in a well-ventilated area. Adequate ventilation prevents overheating, ensuring it functions efficiently.

• Regularly inspect for visible damage or wear. Visual checks help find potential issues early on, allowing for prompt maintenance.

• Keep the unit connected to a grounded AC power outlet. A grounded outlet ensures the unit’s safety as well as the connected devices.

• Maintain a consistent room temperature of 20–25°C. A controlled environment enhances the UPS’ battery life and overall performance.

• Only buy UPS from trusted sources. Choosing a reliable brand like ChargeUPS from a trusted distributor like MEC guarantees the quality and authenticity of your unit.

Don'ts

• Never overload the unit beyond its capacity. Overloading can lead to system failure and compromise the protection it offers.

• Avoid placing the unit near heat sources or in direct sunlight. Exposure to excessive heat can degrade the components of the unit and reduce their lifespan.

• Never ignore alarms or warning indicators. Timely response to alarms ensures prompt action to prevent potential issues.

• Don’t attempt to open the UPS unit during a malfunction. These units have sensitive components; attempting self-repair may lead to further damage.

• Don’t expose batteries to extreme temperatures. Extreme heat or cold can adversely affect battery performance and longevity.

• Refrain from placing heavy objects on the UPS. Protect it from physical damage by avoiding placing heavy items on top of it.

• Never plug the unit into itself. Doing this can cause power fluctuations, prompt the UPS to revert to battery power, cycle between the battery and normal operation, and spark inverter compatibility issues.

• Don’t ignore regular maintenance intervals. Regular maintenance ensures the UPS still is in peak condition, ready to respond when needed.

A Lifeline In Your Business

A well-maintained uninterruptible power supply can be your lifeline against power-related disruptions. By adhering to the dos and don’ts outlined above, you not only enhance the longevity and efficiency of your UPS unit but also ensure the continuous protection of your valuable equipment. Investing in one that has great quality coupled with responsible usage is the key to a seamless and secure power supply.

With a brand like ChargeUPS, it ensures continuity and brings you peace of mind through uninterruptible power supply technology. It has features that keep you and your business ON, a highly efficient, and cost-friendly product, it’s your ultimate safeguard against power interruptions. Contact us today and keep your devices going with the power they deserve. Secure yours now with ChargeUPS.

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Eaton-Huyu Meets the Rising Need for Better Electric Solutions in the Philippines

MEC Updates — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:39:27 +0000

The Eaton-Huyu brand has been officially launched here in the Philippines for the first time in Southeast Asia.

Eaton-Huyu takes its roots in Huanyu High-tech, which has sprung from the groundbreaking partnership between Eaton and Huanyu Group. This was revealed last year after Eaton’s acquisition of a 50% stake in Huanyu High-tech. Eaton provides power management technologies and services to more than 175 countries. Meanwhile, Huanyu Group is a leading electrical equipment manufacturer in China whose products have been deployed in commercial and residential buildings, power grids, communication technology, transportation, and more. Howard Liu, the president of Eaton Asia-Pacific Region (Electrical Sector and Corporate China), said that this partnership merges the strong product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities of Huanyu High-tech and Eaton’s global scale and access to the broader Southeast Asian market.

The Eaton-Huyu launch in the Philippines marks a milestone for the companies. The brand currently offers a range of low-voltage circuit protection solutions. They have been developed to help enterprises and homes meet the increasing demand for safe, reliable, and efficient power.

Eaton-Huyu's Role in Enhancing the Country's Power Networks

Existing electrical systems that are unable to accommodate increased power demands may heighten the hazard of electrical fires, resulting in significant injury. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection, electrical connection issues are one of the leading causes of fires in Metro Manila. Devices such as Eaton-Huyu’s Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB) and Moulded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB) can help protect power equipment from potentially dangerous scenarios such as overload and short circuits. They also enhance the reliability of the power network. This is especially significant for businesses that rely on a stable source of power, such as network communications, transportation, manufacturing, and construction.

“COVID-19 and recent technological advancements have accelerated digital transformation in many organizations, contributing to higher levels of power consumption. Ensuring power quality and efficiency is a priority for businesses, especially during the dry season,” said Mr. Oliver San Juan, the Sales Director in the Philippines of Eaton East Asia.

“Facilities teams should conduct regular inspections of their power distribution and protection systems,” Mr. San Juan also advised. “Replacing aging components with energy-efficient alternatives will help to lower operational costs and carbon emissions. Organizations who meet their power demands safely and efficiently will be well-equipped to deliver better services, innovate and stay ahead in a smarter future.”

Be Ready for the Future with Eaton-Huyu

According to Mr. Larry Cunanan, MEC’s Vice President of Business Development, “Eaton’s global scale and presence in Southeast Asia and Huanyu High-tech’s strong product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities in China, the availability of ‘Huyu’ brand will allow us to present even greater variety and value to our customers. This aligns very well with our commitment to empowering organizations with future-ready infrastructure and technology tools.”

MEC has included the following solutions in its tech offerings: EXB3 Miniature Circuit Breakers and EXM3 Moulded Case Circuit Breakers. These will be introduced to the rest of the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao regions by June 2022.

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ChargeUPS Intelligent Charging Management

MEC Digital — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 17:54:44 +0000

Get maximum network power protection for your mission-critical equipment.

Enjoy this cost-efficient & energy-saving feature that comes FREE for ALL ChargeUPS Torch Models

Charge. Float. Rest.

● Prolong battery life by up to 50% with our unique Charging Algorithm

● Detect pending battery failures through advance warning notifications

● Experience one of the fastest recharge time for batteries in the market

ChargeUPS is an intelligent UPS Brand that provides businesses with continuity and peace of mind through Uninterruptible Power Supply technology especially during power disruptions.

Browse ChargeUPS Power Solutions

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ChargeUPS RT Series

MEC Digital — Sun, 05 Jul 2020 22:46:53 +0000

Ideal for high-end equipment sensitive to power quality

Key Features

True double-conversion online UPS technology for high adaptability to harsh mains conditions
Supports energy-saving ECO mode
Wide input range (120-276VAC)
Intelligent communication slot enables remote monitoring
Precise output voltage regulation
Rack-tower dual set-up with rotatable LCD panel
Intelligent charging management

Sinewave Output

Built-in Batteries

Intelligent Charging

Back-up Time

Eco Mode Efficiency

Browse ChargeUPS Power Solutions

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ChargeUPS Winpower Software

MEC Digital — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 22:52:46 +0000

Monitor, manage, and control power equipment remotely.

Leverage the power of intelligent automation with WinPower Software.

WinPower is a powerful UPS monitoring software, which provides a user-friendly interface to monitor and control your Inverter system. The software provides complete power protection for the computer system while encountering power outage.

With this software, users can monitor any UPS status on the same LAN. Furthermore, any UPS can protect any PC on the same LAN.

Real-time power flow display

Scheduled system shutdown and restart

Warning notifications

Remote monitoring of up to 1000 units

Multi-System shutdown capable

Password-secured access

UPS Parameter Setting

Systems logs recording

Browse ChargeUPS Power Solutions

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ICT Trends in the Philippines that will Dominate 2019 and Beyond

MEC Digital — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 06:44:43 +0000

ICT Trends in the Philippines

ICT in the PH in the past few years witnessed the emergence and eventual maturity of advanced technological trends. As we celebrate the National ICT Month in the Philippines, let us assess how we are faring in the Information and Communications Technology industry.

Digital Determination

PH organizations are moving towards digital determination by employing a unified strategy of continuous enterprise-wide digital innovation to transform markets, business models, as well as, products and services.

IDC, in its recent CIO Summit, presented a study that 37% of Philippine enterprises are considered digitally determined.

Prioritization of Cybersecurity

The ICT PH shift to Digital Transformation made a fundamental impact on Cybersecurity. Vulnerability is greatly increased with evolving threats as more and more sensitive data are stored in the cloud, and are accessed remotely via mobile devices.

The Shift of Focus to Digital Analytics

Big Data analytics is seen as one of the major drivers of the evolution of ICT in the PH making it easier for companies to make data-driven decisions. With abundant data available, machine-learning application and artificial intelligence can be used to interpret and obtain meaningful insights for businesses.

Upscaling the Workforce & Workplace

The advantages of ICT innovations are realized with the help of the right people with the right skills. Thus, continuous bridging of skill gap among the workforce is vital in ensuring the effective integration of acquired digital technologies in the ICT PH landscape.

Sustaining Power Supply

The greater requirement of ICT systems for energy quality calls for power systems that are robust and able to endure any disruptions to the main power systems. An increasing number of organizations then are starting to invest in reliable and alternative electrical backup systems.

State of ICT in the Philippines

More than a decade of celebrating the National ICT Month, the government recognizes the need for strengthening efforts to widen the reach of ICT in the Philippines. In partnership with various sectors of society, they are extending the benefits of digitalization to a wider scope of beneficiaries.

The Future of Payments

The rise of online shopping positively contributes to the adoption of e-wallet in the country. Although cash is still the primary mode of payment, Filipinos are slowly immersing themselves to online payments. According to BSP, online transactions are to reach 20% of total payments in 2020– foreshadowing changes in ICT in the PH.

How Often Filipinos Access The Internet For Personal Reasons

Everyday

Atleast Once Per Week

Atleast Once A Month

Less Than Once Per Month

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Connecting with MEC provides you with access to globally recognized technology brands and a range of premium value-added services.

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MEC Powers Up Portfolio with Launch of ChargeUPS

MEC Networks Corporation — Thu, 23 May 2019 03:45:52 +0000

Experience Uninterruptible Power to Keep your Business Going with ChargeUPS

The demand for staying connected 24/7 is at an all-time high as more businesses in the Philippines take on Digital Transformation. This requires everything to be kept running without any disruptions, making an uninterrupted power supply a necessity for businesses. As your partner in innovation, MEC Networks Corporation enables business continuity in the country with uninterruptible power through the launching of ChargeUPS, its own brand of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), held May 21, 2019, at the Movie Stars Café, Quezon City.

The ChargeUPS Advantage

ChargeUPS, the latest addition to MEC’s Technology Expertise, is a double online conversion uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that offers businesses continuity and peace of mind with its state-of-the-art technology. “In this very digital age, the keys to growth are power stability and technological reliability. In order to help our trusted partners to reach these goals, we are launching our very own product to add to our set of tech solutions.”

-Sheryl Go, MEC Networks Senior Vice President for Sales

MEC Networks Senior Vice President for Sales, Ms. Sheryl Go, shared in her opening message that ChargeUPS was developed with the vision of helping partners succeed in the Digital Age—highlighting the importance of power stability and technological reliability to grow. With ChargeUPS ensuring business productivity, MEC can help partner companies reach their goals without disruptions.

To further discuss the ChargeUPS Advantage, Mr. Larry Cunanan, MEC Networks Vice President for Business Development talked about how ChargeUPS avoids downtime by providing solutions to power anomalies usually encountered by businesses. He also presented how ChargeUPS, with its double online conversion technology, stands out among other UPS technologies as well as other competitors in the market.

The night ended with MEC Networks Technical Planning and Operations Vice President Mr. Cesar Aboy, thanking the support of over 200 clients in attendance for the success of the ChargeUPS Brand and Product Launch.

With the promise of keeping businesses running smoothly 24/7, ChargeUPS empowers its clients to achieve uninterrupted growth.

More Than Distribution, We Provide Solutions

Staying true to its mission, MEC continuously aims to search for solutions that can help clients create opportunities and expand businesses further. Are you ready to drive innovation with a reliable UPS that will keep you going no matter the odds?

Know more about how ChargeUPS can Keep You Going.

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Video: Why Businesses Need A UPS

MEC Digital — Thu, 23 May 2019 02:14:21 +0000

Power outages caused by utility failure, accidents, and natural disasters such as storms, flooding, or earthquakes are inevitable. There’s very little you can do to prevent any of these from happening, but you can avoid the consequences to your business by using an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

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ChargeUPS: Why Businesses Need A UPS

MEC Networks Corporation — Thu, 16 May 2019 01:45:50 +0000

What is an Uninterruptible Power Supply?

An uninterruptible power supply is a basic bit of equipment that secures both your machines, your information, and your whole operation. It gives a backup power source if there should be an occurrence of major power disappointments brought about by electrical flow issues, for example, blackouts, brownouts, and power spikes.

Smaller UPS units can ensure singular computers while bigger models can power numerous devices or a whole office. Independent companies can pick individual UPS units, which ought to be sufficient to back up basic computers and different devices that are critical to business congruity.

Advantages of Having UPS

Power outages can harm or totally crush electronic devices, particularly computers and IT infrastructures machines like servers, switches, and surveillance equipment. The surprising shutdown can make incredible harm to your equipment and influence you to lose unsaved information. In today’s digitally transformed work, every company requires a continuously operating and connecting office that never runs out of power. A UPS guarantees you the power to keep you going.

Here are different ways that a UPS benefits your frameworks:

Uninterrupted power flow during power surges

When you have UPS, the voltage that goes from the primary electrical lines to your devices is reliably stabilized. This shields your devices and major machines from power surges, which happen when the voltage in other hardware all of a sudden ascents.

Refined and filtered power supply

It normalizes power levels, so your devices are secured against plunges and spikes, brought about by lightning or an anomalous power supply that generally originates from reestablished power after a blackout.

Instant power during brownouts

An uninterruptible power supply ensures your activities’ continuity. In the case of transient intrusions, it gives you sufficient opportunity to change to a bigger, progressively stable power supply, for example, a generator.

Be that as it may, in contrast to a generator, it gives moment power to your hardware at the definite minute the power goes out.

Does Your Business Need a UPS?

In case you’re acquiring new devices and infrastructure for your company, a UPS is a very important part to include on. Businesses that require constant power to function such as hospitals, banks, academic institutions, manufacturing companies, and any business for which storing and processing data are critical tasks can benefit from uninterrupted power.

This is why we at MEC are now adding new technology expertise under our growing portfolio of solutions to help you keep going through your digital transformation. Learn more about our new Power Solutions Line now and get uninterruptible growth with uninterruptible power!

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