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Industrial UPS

Dale’s industrial UPS systems are designed specifically for use in high-intensity, high-impact environments, and in environments where loss of power can have a considerable impact on the physical safety of people, or severe damage may be caused to structures and buildings, making them unsafe. Dale offers both AC and DC industrial UPS units to suit your needs.

Bespoke UPS

Designed around you

Our industrial UPS systems can be adapted and designed around your own space and infrastructure needs. Standard commercial UPS power supply systems come with several different options to ensure optimum performance for your application, while an industrial UPS can be customised entirely to your specifications and infrastructure needs, including containerised solutions. This will come with in-depth design documentation, and often in these applications, you can find that each component will have quality documentation of its own.

The benefits of Industrial UPS

Industrial UPS power supply systems are designed to function well in temperatures anywhere from 15-55 degrees Celsius, in humidity levels of 10-95% and in areas with a lot of dust and contaminants in the air, some of which may be corrosive. They also last considerably longer than commercial systems, with an average design life of 20+ years, and offer battery support from 60 to 480 minutes (1 to 8 hours), so can survive more significant power outages without any interruption to infrastructure. Adverse conditions like these can naturally reduce the lifespan of the separate parts in a standard UPS, as well as the device, which is why it is so important for organisations whose power infrastructure will be battling the elements to have an industrial or environmental UPS power supply.

Industrial UPS

FAQs

Yes, a containerised UPS (uninterruptible power supply) system can be installed on a roof, car park or where space is limited. Enquire now to see how we can help

You can buy a replacement UPS battery from Dale, and we have a great range from which to choose. Our batteries include: valve regulated lead acid batteries; flooded lead acid batteries; flooded nickel cadmium batteries (NiCd batteries); gas recombination low maintenance NiCd batteries; lithium ion stationary batteries. Unsure which UPS battery you need? We’re more than happy to advise and guide you on the right battery replacement for your UPS system.

Yes we can. Beyond environment based UPS, Dale offers a range of alternatives including containerised UPS systems with a robust solution to match your need.

Put simply, yes. A generator service and/or UPS service can determine any existing and future power supply problems that could impact equipment performance. Planned and preventative maintenance can extend machine efficiency, assures optimal working conditions and conserves the life span of the equipment. Along with determining when replacements will be needed for a seamless transition, planned and preventative maintenance is a far cheaper solution compared to complete equipment replacement.

Generators are not a source for uninterruptible power therefore a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) bridges the gap between the two. As a critical power provider we can help you decide what is the best solution for your needs.

When disruption to your power occurs it will provide instantaneous protection by immediately resorting to the onboard battery which forms part of the uninterruptible power supply.

Nearly all electronic and electrical equipment, regardless of how well-designed and built it is, will eventually break down unless it is maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Wear and tear is common with electrical equipment, but it has severe consequences for UPS systems and generators, where financial, reputation and potentially life-threatening damage comes into play. It is highly recommended that as a minimum you service your power systems annually in order to maintain its working lifecycle. Our service contracts include everything from AC maintenance, DC maintenance and generator maintenance through to analogue metering, intelligent monitoring, remote monitoring and spare parts, as well as callouts, minor fault fixes and access to our customer portal, where you can access management information reports and other key details on your power supply systems.

UPS manufacturers usually recommend that UPS maintenance should be carried out within the first year of installation, and then annually from there on out as a minimum. However, if you notice any issues with your UPS system beforehand, then you should always contact your power supply partner as soon as possible to rectify them, and to ensure that UPS repairs are carried out swiftly and efficiently. The right check up could be the difference between business continuity and costly downtime, so UPS maintenance is always worth the time and effort.

Batteries have a typical lifespan of 3 – 5 years, with causes of battery failure including loss of electrolyte and inaccurate float charge voltage. However, factors such as battery chemistry, battery cycling and suitable storage conditions can greatly affect how long your battery lasts. We strongly recommend carrying out battery maintenance tests to keep abreast of any battery faults or issues, as batteries are one of the most integral parts of your UPS system. Battery testers can visit your business, site or facility every 6 months to a year, ensuring you’re always in control of your critical power equipment.

As batteries go unused, with no charging schedule, their battery life will decrease. When it comes to the self-discharge characteristics of lead-acid batteries for example, it is important that they are charged after 6-10 months of battery storage. Otherwise, permanent loss of capacity will occur between 18-30 months.

Generator: Provides stand by power until the mains power can be reinstalled.

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): Ensures a seamless transition from mains power to the standby power (generator).

Batteries: Provide the power to your UPS and Generator.

Upon installation, the UPS requires further attention before it is fully operational. Certain connections, components and peripherals need to be checked and tested to ensure that the UPS works as designed. Once these checks have been completed, the UPS can then be commissioned and will operate at optimum performance without the need for more tests.

UPS maintenance is extensive and far-reaching, and when carried out by our technical team, is highly successful. UPS maintenance involves the testing and inspection of your UPS systems, and making any necessary adjustments for power continuity. A visual inspection of the area surrounding your UPS and battery equipment will typically be carried out first, with UPS maintenance seeking to identify any operational abnormalities. Following this, we can carry out battery maintenance, battery management, enclosure maintenance and load bank testing, as well as control system management, voltage testing, and replace faulty parts with new ones. This can include batteries, capacitors, alternators and fans.

An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) provides a source of power for the equipment it protects. If there is a disruption to power, the UPS has an on-board battery to automatically supply to electrical equipment until the disruption is over or back-up generators kick-in.

WIMES (Water Industry Mechanical and Electrical Specifications) UPS (uninterruptible power supply) is a robust critical power system built for harsh atmospheres that could affect electrical equipment. As a critical power provider we can help you decide what is the best solution for your needs.