In the world of high-tech modern technology, where every organisation is dependent on ‘the balance of power’, the importance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems cannot be overstated. They are especially valuable in industries that use sensitive electronic and other equipment, where even the shortest power interruption can spell disaster. Specially designed UPS systems stand at the forefront of ensuring uninterrupted operations for such critical gear. In this blog, we will give examples and discuss the intricacies of some of the UPS systems specifically designed for protecting sensitive equipment in three sectors: computer rooms, data centres, and the medical industry.
While this blog focuses on six UPS options in three fields, it’s important to note that our UPS range is not limited to these systems or industries. We offer a comprehensive selection of UPS systems designed to meet the unique needs of various sectors. Visit our website for a complete list of products and industries that will benefit from investing in a Riello or Pureline UPS system and ELITE high rate UPS batteries.
UPS Systems for Computer Rooms
UPS systems in computer rooms function as the last line of defence, acting as a buffer for grid instability and uninterrupted functionality. From shielding servers and networking equipment to preserving data integrity, here are two of the systems designed with computer rooms in mind.
The AROS Riello Vision Rack UPS System offers 800VA or 1100VA 19-inch rack mount-style units, using the well-known, line interactive technology for well-priced UPS power protection. Featuring an automatic voltage stabilizer to counter sags and surges, ensuring uninterrupted operation. The EnergyShare socket enables load-shedding for extended battery runtime. With plug-and-play installation, a backlit LCD, and a Cold Start facility, usability is enhanced. Operating at up to 98% efficiency, it minimizes energy waste.
Vision UPS Specifications:
| Models | VSD1100 -1100 VA/ 990 W | VSD2200 -2200 VA/ 1980 W | VSD3000 -3000 VA/ 2700 W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 220 – 230 – 240 Vac; 50 or 60Hz ± 5Hz | ||
| Voltage Distortion with Linear / Non-Linear Load | < 3% / < 8%, 50Hz, Sinusoidal | ||
| Overload Times | 150% for 1 second, 125% for 10 seconds | ||
| Batteries | VRLA AGM Maintenance-free lead-acid internal battery.Recharge time is 6 – 8 hrs | ||
| Net Weight (kg) | 16.5 | 28 | 31.5 |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 87 x 450 x 425 (2U x 19” x 425) |
87 x 450 x 625 (2U x 19” x 625) | |
| Protection | Overcurrent – short-circuit – overvoltage – under-voltage – temperature – excessive low battery | ||
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing | ||
| Noise | < 40 dBA |
Recommended uses:
The Vision Rack UPS prioritises battery runtime for critical loads, thereby making it a reliable choice for diverse 19-inch IT rack applications such as storage servers, peripherals, and network hardware and protecting against blackouts.
AROS Riello MPS Transformer UPS
The Master MPS UPS is a backup power solution designed in capacities from 10kVA to 200kVA. Available in models with 3-phase rectifier input and 1-phase inverter output from 10 to 120 kW OR 3-phase rectifier input and 3-phase inverter output, utilizing full online double-conversion technology, it delivers clean and stable power to connected equipment. Its modular design offers scalability and flexibility, with features like parallel redundancy and hot-swappable modules enhancing reliability. Remote monitoring and management capabilities enable real-time oversight. Overall, the Master MPS UPS provides well-priced, comprehensive power protection, minimizes downtime, and ensures continuity of operations in the harshest environments. It is also suitable for use within any market sector or application.
MPS Specifications:
| Models | MPM 10-120 10,15,20,30,40,60,80,100,120 kVA | MPT 10-20010,15,20,30,40,60,80,100,120,160,200 kVA |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal Input Voltage (Vac) | 380 / 400 / 415 Vac Three Phase | |
| Voltage Tolerance (V) | 400V + 20% / – 25% | |
| Nominal Output Voltage | MPM 220 – 230 – 240 VAC single phase + Neutral output MPT 380 – 400 – 415 Vac three-phase + N, Both 50 or 60Hz (selectable) | |
| Nominal Power | 10kVA / 9kW- 120kVA /108 kW 0.9 pf inverter | 200kVA / 180kW 0.9 pf inverter |
| Batteries | Elite VRLA AGM / GEL / NiCd / Li-ion / Supercaps, 3 to 5 + 10-year design life | |
| Weight (kg) | 200 to 1000 | 228 to 790 |
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing | |
| Noise Level at 1m | 62 to 65 dBA | 65 to 68dBA |
| SmartActive Efficiency | Up to 98% |
Recommended uses:
Designed for large-scale operations in all industries but recommended for data centres, computer rooms, industrial processes, telecommunications, security, and electro-medical systems.
UPS Systems for Data Centres
UPS systems are necessary in data centres, providing very high-efficiency solutions with seamless backup power to safeguard against outages and fluctuations. They ensure continuous operation of servers, networking equipment, and other critical infrastructure, preventing data loss and downtime. Here are our top picks for data centres.
AROS Riello Sentryum UPS
The AROS Riello Sentryum UPS range offers versatile backup power solutions in tower-mount or rack-mount configurations. Available in single-phase input/output (1:1), three-phase input/single-phase output (3:1) in 10, 15, and 20 kW sizes, and three-phase input/output (3:3) in 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 60, 80, 100, and 120 kW ranges. Offering one of the highest power outputs in a small and compact footprint and using an IGBT rectifier and 3-phase 3-level IGBT inverter technology, these UPS systems include several options in advanced interfacing and communication highways, like Jbus and ModBus, for remote monitoring and control. They also ensure reliable power backup, offering flexibility and scalability up to eight parallel units to meet diverse needs in demanding situations.
Sentryum Specifications:
| Models | Sentryum 10 to 20 kVA S3M and S3T |
Sentryum 10 to 120 kVA S3T |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal Input Voltage | S3T 380 – 400 – 415 three-phase + N S3M 220 – 230 – 240 single phase + N |
380 – 400 – 415 Vac three-phase + N |
| Input Power Factor (Full Load) | 0,99 ≤ 3% THDI | |
| Nominal Output power | 1 power factor rated kVA = kW | 1 power factor rated kVA = kW |
| Nominal voltage Output (V) | S3M 220 – 230 – 240 Vac single phase S3T 380 – 400 – 415 Vac three phase + N (selectable), 50 or 60Hz |
380 – 400 – 415 Vac three phase + N (selectable), 50 or 60Hz |
| Batteries | Elite VRLA AGM / GEL / NiCd / Li-ion / Supercaps, 3 to 5 + 10 year design life |
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| Weight (kg) | Starting at 48 |
Starting at 108 |
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing | |
| Noise Level at 1m [dBA ±2] SmartActive | from 40 dBA + | |
| SmartActive Efficiency | Up to 99.17% | Up to 99.17% |
Recommended uses:
The Sentryum UPS has a range of uses, from protecting and backing up all types of critical loads such as computer backup, data centres, telecoms, and interfacing to demanding industrial, medical, transport, petrochemical, and food processing environments and weighing systems.
AROS Riello Master HE UPS
The Master HE UPS system is the best system money can buy, combining the latest technology with cost-saving features. It ranges from 100 to 800 kVA/kW and provides high efficiency and maximum reliability with the aim of achieving both transformer-less inverter technology such as extremely high efficiencies, floor space usage, front-only access, rack-out power assemblies along with transformer-based technology, thereby achieving the ultimate in reliability and hardiness to demanding inverter loads, requiring the best sine waveforms in the market today, to ensure their proper operation and speed of processing. This UPS system guarantees uninterrupted power supply, utilizing advanced features like online double-conversion technology with 3-level IGBTs and DSP control. With its small footprint and green energy benefits, it’s a smart choice for businesses looking to save on electricity costs while maintaining uptime for business operations.
Master HE Specifications:
| Models | MHE 100, 120, 160, 200, 250, 300, 400, 500, 600, 800 kVA / kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal Input Voltage (Vac) | 380 / 400 / 415 Vac Three Phase | |
| Voltage Tolerance | 400V +20% -15% @ full load | |
| Soft Start | 0 – 100% in 120 seconds (selectable) | |
| Nominal Output Voltage | 380 / 400 / 415 Vac three-phase + N (selectable), 50 or 60Hz | |
| Overload | 110% for 60 min; 125% for 10 min; 150% for 1 min | |
| Batteries | Elite VRLA AGM / GEL / NiCd / Li-ion / Supercaps, 3 to 5 + 10-yeardesign life | |
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing | |
| Noise level at 1m | 63 – 68 dBA | 70 – 72 dBA |
Recommended uses:
This UPS provides green energy for various applications, including data centres, security, industrial processes, telecoms rooms, transportation, computers, commercial buildings, medical imaging equipment, laboratories, and hospitals.
UPS Systems for the Medical Industry
Medical institutions rely heavily on consistent, clean sinewave and uninterrupted power supply to ensure the seamless operation of sensitive equipment and systems to achieve the best functioning and results. A UPS stands against potential power outages, offering a reliable backup solution. In emergency situations or during power variations, a UPS can prevent data loss, maintain life-saving equipment functionality, protect medical imaging, X-rays, and laboratories from giving incorrect results, and preserve patient care. Its presence not only ensures operational continuity but also upholds the standard of care and safety within medical facilities.
AROS Riello Sentinel Dual / SDU UPS
The Sentinel Dual SDU UPS, ranging from 4kVA, 5 kW to 10kVA/kW models, defends against power interruptions, fluctuations, and surges with online double-conversion technology, ensuring stable power supply. Its high efficiency and advanced battery management system enhance uptime and battery longevity, minimizing downtime and data loss risks. Remote monitoring enables easy status checks and diagnostics from anywhere. The Sentinel Dual SDU UPS offers scalable, reliable power in a 19-inch rack mount or tower mount solution, with protection for all businesses and industries, prioritizing uninterrupted operations for sensitive equipment in dynamic environments.
Specifications:
| Models | SDU 4 kVA & 5, 6,8 and 10 kW |
| Nominal Input Voltage (Vac) | 4 to 10 kVA 220 – 230 – 240 single phase + N, with 6 and 10 kW available with extended battery rectifier and parallelable8 and 10 kVA TM 380 / 400 / 415 Vac Three Phase and also available with dual input option and parallelable |
| Voltage Tolerance (V) | 230V + 20% / – 20% |
| Nominal Output Voltage | 220 – 230 – 240 single phase + N, 50 or 60Hz (selectable) |
| Batteries | Elite VRLA AGM |
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing |
Recommended uses:
With its technological advantage and high-quality output voltage, this UPS is suitable for all applications for small IT environments, server cabinets, and industrial, commercial, and medical industries.
AROS Riello MHT UPS
The AROS Riello MHT UPS range employs advanced online double-conversion technology with an IGBT rectifier for low harmonic distortion of the mains supply and three 3-level transformer-based inverters for maximum reliability and load protection. The transformer offers Galvanic isolation of the user’s load from the inverter and its corresponding load. At the same time, it ensures sinewave emergency power purity in any unstable utility grid or alternative energy main power supplies. Available in three-phase 400V input/output, it ranges from 100 to 600 kVA. Achieving up to 98% efficiency, it offers versatility in operation modes for optimal performance. The Master HP Series guarantees ultimate backup power reliability and purity.
Specifications:
| Nominal Input Voltage | 380 – 400 – 415 three-phase + N |
| Power Factor (Full Load) | 0,99 ≤ 3% THDI |
| Nominal Output power | 100, 120, 160, 200, 25, 300, 400, and 600 kVA 0.9 pf rated |
| Nominal voltage Output (V) | 380 – 400 – 415 Vac three phase + N (selectable), 50 or 60Hz |
| Batteries | Elite VRLA AGM / GEL / NiCd / Li-ion / Supercaps, 3 to 5 + 10-year design life |
| Operating Conditions | 0°C / + 40°C, < 95% non-condensing |
| Noise Level at 1m | 63 – 72 dBA |
| SmartActive Efficiency | Up to 98.% |
Recommended uses:
It is suitable for backing up any type of emergency load or even general building loads, including but not limited to data centres and IT systems, demanding industrial environments, medical scanner-type loads such as X-ray machines, MRIs, and CTs, banks and commercial buildings, food processing, transport, petrochemical, and heavy industrial applications.
Conclusion
Considering how unstable the power grid is in South Africa, you need to ask yourself if it’s really worth the risk of not having a UPS to keep your business going during load shedding. Or, even worse, face the inevitability of having to repair or replace your sensitive equipment due to power dips and surges. If you are still unsure whether or not you need a UPS, read our blog: Why UPS Systems Remain an Important Investment for Businesses Despite Reduced Load Shedding Frequency.
Standby Systems offers a comprehensive range of products and services. Our experienced technical team is ready to advise on the best UPS system and battery solutions for your computer room, data centre, medical facility, or any other sector or industry. Visit Standby Systems’ website or contact us at 011 794 2541 or 011 794 3406 or WhatsApp 082 450 2361
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