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Titan Power is Now an Exclusive Distributor for Gamatronic

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Titan Power Inc was awarded the contract to become an Exclusive Stocking Distributor (ESD) for Gamatronic UPS & Power Protection Equipment in the states of Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. This opportunity has allowed Titan Power to become factory trained and certified to sell, service and install all models of Gamatronic Uninterruptible Power Supply systems and Power Protection devices. 

Gamatronic is  the worlds leading provider of cutting edge power modular solutions and technology. Their Modular UPS technology promises the best technology in the world for maximum power control and efficiency. Read more.

  • Power+, Gamatronic’s leading brand, is the mark of the cutting edge of UPS world technology today, and the only UPS technology that meets the growing complexity and sophistication of 21st century power needs, especially in heavy power dependant industries such as Computer Rooms, Data Centers, IT Centers, Telecom, etc.
  • Simply Ingenious: True on-line double conversion technology; with N+1 redundancy and real “Hot Swap” modules, offers you the highest reliability in the world in power protection solutions. Smart UPS architecture simplifies maintenance significantly – offering you self serviceable power protection with more power control.
  • Gamatronic’s ambitious mission is to revolutionize the way power-dependant businesses and industries think about power protection. We call it “Power Confidence”, and it stems from Gamatronic’s highly successful and unique modular perception of UPS architecture.

Gamatronic Power+ UPS Systems:

Rack Mount Series

On-line, Double Conversion, Modular UPS for 19″ Rack
 
On-line, Double Conversion, Modular UPS
 
 
3 Phase, 10kVA
Stand-Alone, On-line, Double Conversion UPS  

 

 

3 Phase, 10kVA – 100kVA, N+1 

 

3 Phase, 10kVA – 100kVA, N+1 

Infrared Testing; Can You Afford Not To?

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

Infrared Thermography Testing

Electrical system failures, whether they involve a single branch circuit or a major switchgear component, can be very costly. Titan Power’s Infrared Thermography Testing can identify the problems caused by poor electrical connections and defective equipment before they progress to catastrophic failure.

What Can Infrared Thermography Do For You?
Infrared Thermography has emerged as a powerful, versatile and accurate diagnostic tool used to uncover excessive heat loss in systems or materials. It is a non-contact; non-destructive means of testing that identifies and documents abnormally warm or cool connectors, conductors, or components that may be a potential problem in electrical systems. Many dangerous conditions cannot be seen by the human eye, infrared thermography testing can find potential electrical system trouble spots before they become disastrous.  Analysis of the collected data will help you detect problems before they become serious and costly issues.

How Does It Work?
Titan Power utilizes an infrared imaging system with powerful software designed to provide a fast and effective means of identifying potential problems in electrical and mechanical equipment, refractory and insulation materials. This information is compiled into a comprehensive report using easily interpreted text with the infrared image and a visible light reference. From the test report, preventive or corrective repairs can then be scheduled on a priority basis.

Equipment that can be inspected with Infrared Thermography include:

  • Category III Transformers
  • Relay Panels
  • Fuse Disconnects
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Electrical Switchgear
  • Fans for Bearing Degradation
  • AC & DC Capacitor Banks
  • Harmonic Filters for Capacitor Degradation
  • Batteries to Detect Thermal Runaway

Infrared Testing of your electrical systems not only provides peace of mind, but also allows the flexibility to be proactive rather than reactive in your risk management practices. Contact us to learn more about Titan Power’s Infrared Thermography Testing Service.

1-800-509-6170

Preventative Maintenance in “Down Times”

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Mission Critical Magazine recently published an article titled Preventative Maintenance in “Down Times”. As a maintenance service provider, we found this article to be particularly interesting and informative so we thought we’d pass it on. 

Below is a summary or click here for entire article.

 

The current economic situation has many companies tightening their budgets for new equipment. As a result, data center managers should put greater focus on maintaining their current assets through a PM program. Taking this approach can greatly reduce the need to repair or replace important components.

 
Benefits of a PM Program
When correctly implemented, PM visits ensure maximum reliability of data center equipment by providing systematic inspections, detection and correction of incipient failures, either before they occur or before they develop into major defects that could translate into costly downtime.
 
Begin with the UPS
To keep running through power outages, utility spikes, and other unforeseeable power issues, critical systems depend on the reliability of the UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) system. Therefore, keeping these systems in working condition is crucial.
 
Frequency of PM
Small UPS devices should be inspected annually to ensure alarms, filtering, and internal batteries are all operating within specifications. For medium and large systems, vendors often recommend that inspections and maintenance take place at least twice a year to ensure proper function and operation within the manufacturers specifications.
 
The Batteries
Battery maintenance begins with installation. Batteries must be fully charged, battery room conditions verified, and baseline readings set for proper trend analysis throughout the life of the battery. Battery aging accelerates dramatically as ambient temperature increases.
 
Professional PM
UPS systems and batteries operate at high voltage and only qualified personnel should attempt preventative maintenance or repair. End users can provide preventative support such as replacing air filters when dirty, ensuring environmental specifications are met and maintained, and monitoring UPS for alarms.

In summary, the article pointed out that organizations benefit from frequent and consistant Preventative Maintenance. Preventative Maintenance programs should be in place despite current market conditions. The business case for this is stronger now than ever before. 

Data Center’s – Ten Things You Should Know

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Recently, Mission Critical Magazine published an article titled Ten Things You Want in Your Data Center. The article broke down into two subsections: five things an IT administrator should NOT do and five things ALL IT staff should know.  Below is a summary:

Five Things an IT Administrator Should NOT Do 

  1. Bring liquids into the data center (cans or bottles).  Liquids not intended to be in the data center can obviously damage equipment, but even unopened cans and bottles can cause problems as well.  
  2. Attempt to solve problems with a floor tile puller.  Problems arise when the IT staff doesn’t understand that pressurization and airflow of a raised floor “system” is vital to maintaining the temperature and integrity of the cooling system.  
  3. Place a fan in the hot aisle.  Placing a fan in this aisle will mix the air and create inefficiencies in the cooling and airflow, which impacts the entire system.
  4. Plug things into the extra outlets on a Rack PDU (extra outlets do not mean extra capacity).  “More downtime can be attributed to someone opening the wrong breaker or plugging something into the wrong outlet than any other human activity in the data center.” 
  5. Try to figure things out on your own.  The data center is a system, and all the subsystems must be coordinated for proper execution of any project, small or large.

 

Five Things ALL IT Staff Should Know

  1. Data Centers are Engineered Assets.  Changes can significantly affect performance of the equipment or airflow.  
  2. Ohm’s Law: E=I x R (the interrelationship of voltage, resistance and amperage).  Understanding this relationship can make even the most vexing power issues easier to understand.
  3. How power makes it from the pole to the rack.  If IT understood what happens to the power coming into the building – where it is distributed, what voltage it is as it makes its way to the UPS, PDU and rack – the conversation around growing data center capacity would be easier. 
  4. Where your energy is goes. Ask your facilities manager.  The reason why some IT personnel take things into their own hands vary; lack of resources or limited relationship with the facilities team are often problems.
  5. You can get killed in here!  The number of very dangerous systems in an average data center and mechanical room must be acknowledged.

Mission Critical is the fastest-growing journal providing information to data center and emergency backup power professionals. The magazine and Web site provide practical solutions to all issues facing the data center designer, manager, owner and operator.

Click here for entire article.

Visit Mission Critical’s website.

MCCD Data Center Project in Scottsdale, AZ

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Titan Power is currently assisting Caliente Construction in the design, build and installation of an existing data center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Working with Caliente and the Maricopa Cumminity College District, Titan Power will be installing:

  • Three (3) Liebert 30 Ton CRAC’s
  • Four (4) 120kVA Powerware UPS’s
  • Eight (8) 100kVA Power Distribution Units (PDU)
  • Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Paralleling Gear
  • Four (4) Battery Cabinets
  • Electrical and Mechanical Installation of the Data Center

Click the below link for pictures of the beginning stage of this project. http://www.facebook.com/search/?post_form_id=ce0b317b2bd9524e3f40a5379c0c94d3&q=titan+power&init=quick&ref=search_preload#!/album.php?aid=172966&id=163760628925&ref=mf

*Completion is in progress.

Titan Power Adds Another Service Technician in Nevada

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
Titan Power is pleased to announce that we have added another Field Service Technician to meet the needs of our rapidly growing customer base in the State of Nevada.
 
“As our customer base grows, so does the need to ensure prompt service. Our Service Engineers and Technicians often travel among Titan’s service areas of Arizona, California, Nevada, Colorado and New Mexico. The addition of a Service Technician in Nevada will enable us to reduce the amount of traveling for our entire service team and enable us to better service all of our customers.” says Andrew Berney, President of Titan Power.
 
Bill Kasimoff is Titan Power’s newest Service Technician for our Nevada customers. Bill comes to Titan Power with experience in maintenance and repair of UPS systems. He previously worked for CBM, Inc. performing preventative maintenance, battery replacements and repair work on United Power Phase One systems. Bill’s education includes a Bachelor of Science degree, a ASEET and a BASEET degree from ITT Technical Institute. Additionally, Bill has completed the Universal EPA Certification Program for HVAC , electronic process and system wiring.

President of Titan Power and Service Technician give training session for customer

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Andy Berney, President and Director of Operation for Titan Power, gave an overview training session to one of Titan Power’s valued customers, Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino last week. Andy conducted this training along with Senior Service Technician, Thomas Rutledge, on how to properly operate a Liebert AP610, 750kVA Parallel UPS System.

Andy and Thomas provided this overview to the Facility Maintenance Personnel and reviewed the maintenance procedures and protocol so they had a better understanding of equipment. The entire training session was recoded by a camera crew and will be used for an on-site training resource for Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino employees.

The training video will be posted shortly….

Arizona Customer Appreciation Event

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

Titan Power hosted a Customer Appreciation Event at the Dbacks game. Great game with an even better crowd.

Titan Power’s Crtical Systems Engineer serves on Banner Health Committee

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

Bill McCluskey, Titan Power’s Critical Systems Engineer & Senior Project Manager, has been invited to participate on Banner Health’s Construction Committee. Supported by Banner’s Network Integrator Group, the Construction Committee researches and designs infrastructure support systems for the critical environment of new expansion medical centers. Its goal is to ensure safer and more reliable care to Banner patients, by implementing and installing the most leading edge technology in their critical technology environments.

As part of the committee, Bill will act as a Consultant in the area of emergency power systems. “The focus is to consolidate efforts to configure a scope with specific characteristics of what is appropriate for the capacity of each facility now and in the future.”

Bill’s contribution will be to ensure that engineering of these systems meet industry standards and include the most state of the art, up to date technology.  Titan Power and Bill McCluskey is proud to participate with Banner Health in pursuing growth opportunities and serving the Arizona Community. 

Titan Power and Rittal Team up for Zero Downtown Conference

Wednesday, June 6th, 2007

Titan Power and Rittal Corporation team up to present Rittal’s high density enclosure cooling system, the “LCP”.