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The solution to your power supply problems

Power taken directly from the mains can be problematic for sensitive devices.

Atmospheric conditions Industrial conditions Bad atmospheric conditions can compromise the continuity and quality of the power supply. Storms can result in total blackouts, irreparable damage to computers and data losses due to the powerful voltage surges caused by lightning strikes.     Industrial environments are very high risk, due to the presence of large machinery like welders and electric motors which can cause voltage drops over a large area. These voltage drops, just like voltage peaks and micro-interruptions to the power supply, are a serious danger to data integrity.   Operating conditions Human error The electrical disturbances in the workplace caused by photocopiers, lifts, fluorescent lighting, compressors and electrical motors cause continuous problems. These may seem inconsiderable, but which over time can seriously reduce the working life of computers and other sensitive equipment.   Unforeseeable accidents are one of the most frequent causes of sudden power failure. These include causes such as work on the mains line or the many kinds of incidents which can cause a blackout, incorrectly rated electrical systems and everyday office accidents resulting in the power plug being pulled out from the mains.     Having an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can secure the mains power to all of the above mentioned equipment types and resolve the examples described. To find out how a UPS can help, see the below link. What is an UPS and what it is foR ?