Invensys Power Systems--Secure Power Protects AT&T Enhanced Network Services.Business Editors/High Tech Writers RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 2, 2000 Invensys Secure Power, part of the $2.5 billion Invensys Power Systems Division, has been awarded a $38 Million contract from AT&T Enhanced Network Services An umbrella term for advanced communications services. Until the mid-1990s, everybody knew what "enhanced services" meant. They were voicemail, "one number follow me," prepaid calling card or voice-actuated call control, all offered by a carrier or service provider in a circuit-switched (AENS AENS Automated Emergency Notification System ) to supply 750kVA Powerware(R) uninterruptible power systems Uninterruptible power system A system that provides protection against commercial power failure and variations in voltage and frequency. Uninterruptible power systems (UPS) have a wide variety of applications where unpredictable changes in commercial power (UPS) to support new sites around the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. 7x24x365. Over the next year, 96 Powerware(R) 9315-750kVA units will be installed to provide new levels of reliability to five AT&T Enhanced Network Services sites, protecting over 272,000 square feet of facility space. Secure Power will provide AT&T with an integrated solution including UPSs, switchgear The term switchgear, used in association with the electric power system, or grid, refers to the combination of electrical disconnects, fuses and/or circuit breakers used to isolate electrical equipment. , batteries and support services--delivering a single source for every power protection element needed to enhance the high-availability needs at these sites. In the age of Internet enabled business, it is imperative that an Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ), such as AENS, demand 100% availability. Power protection and management is a critical infrastructure component needed to provide an ISP with the reliable power necessary for e-business. "This business win and the exponential growth Extremely fast growth. On a chart, the line curves up rather than being straight. Contrast with linear. we are experiencing in our three-phase division clearly reflects the industry growth of ISP and collocation resources," said John F. Paul, President, Invensys Secure Power. "The contract with AT&T underpins our preeminent position as the leader in three-phase protection and our strategic intent to provide systems across the AC power train." Inherent to the Powerware 9315-750kVA units is the patented Powerware(R) Hot Sync(TM) wireless technology, providing units that are paralleled for redundancy as well as capacity at each of the AT&T sites. Powerware Hot Sync enables two or more UPS modules to work in tandem Adv. 1. in tandem - one behind the other; "ride tandem on a bicycle built for two"; "riding horses down the path in tandem" tandem without a bundle of wires connecting the units. This wireless design means that the units are in sync, yet they are functioning independently of each other. If one module fails, the other picks up the load immediately protecting the network from downtime. N+2 redundancy gives an added string of reliability further eliminating single-points-of-failure found in other paralleled redundant systems used in the industry. The Powerware units were approved by consulting engineers at Highland Engineering. Both price and manufacturing responsiveness were key in solidifying the contract. The first phase of installations will begin in June 2000. For more information on the complete Powerware product lines and service portfolio capabilities, visit our web site at http://www.powerware.com or call toll free 1-877-PWRWARE (877-797-9273) U.S. and Canada. Additional information on the complete Invensys Power Systems portfolio can be found at http://www.invensys-power.com . Invensys Power Systems Division-Secure Power is comprised of the leading brands Best Power, Powerware and IPM (1) (Impressions Per Minute) Generally refers to document scanners that scan both sides of the page at the same time. Thus, a scanner that scans at 100 ppm (pages per minute) can provide 200 ipm. See ppm and document scanner. . Secure Power is a $1 billion global leader in the power protection industry with the broadest product offering available in the market today. Secure Power offers power protection and management solutions for a vast array of applications - from workstations and networks to specialized medical, industrial and communications equipment. Solutions encompass uninterruptible power systems (UPS), power management software and services that give customers the ability to easily manage power in a way that increases systems availability. Invensys Power Systems is headquartered in Raleigh, N.C. and is a $2.5 billion division of Invensys plc. Headquartered in London, Invensys plc, is a global leader in intelligent automation, controls, power systems and drive systems. |
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