Schneider Electric’s Easy Modular Data Center All-in-One: A Complete Data Center in 12 Weeks
By Margaret Gross, Power Solutions, LLC, Principal Data center capacity requirements don’t wait for construction schedules. The organizations we work with need more capacity, they need it quickly, and they need to know what it’s going to cost before they commit. Those three things are hard to get from a conventional buildout. Schneider Electric’s Easy […]
Which Galaxy UPS Do You Actually Need? A Practical Guide for IT Directors and Facilities Managers
By Margaret Gross, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC If you’re responsible for three-phase power protection, you’ve probably heard the Galaxy VS, VL, and VX discussed as though they’re versions of the same thing. They’re not. They’re distinct platforms designed for different environments, and specifying the wrong one creates problems that compound over time — either you’ve […]
AI Workloads Require a Different Infrastructure Model
By Margaret Gross, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC GPU-dense AI compute racks present design parameters that fall outside the assumptions built into most existing data center infrastructure. Specifying power and cooling for an AI retrofit — or designing new capacity to support AI from the ground up — requires understanding how these loads differ from conventional […]
Schneider Electric Galaxy VS, VL & VX at a Glance
By Molly Gross, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC Schneider Electric’s Galaxy series covers the full range of three-phase power protection, from 10 kVA deployments to 1,500 kVA hyperscale installations. All three models operate in double-conversion (VFI) mode, support both VRLA and lithium-ion battery configurations, and integrate with Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure IT platform for remote monitoring. Here’s a quick […]
Where Is the Best Place to Get Unbiased Advice about the Right UPS for My Facility
A Practical Guide, by Molly Gross, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC If you’ve ever searched for UPS system recommendations online, you’ve likely run into the same problem: most sources have a stake in what you buy. Manufacturer websites promote their own products. Online retailers push whatever earns the highest margin. Even some “comparison” sites are funded […]
All Your Power Needs – One Phone Call
By Molly Gross, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC They say you can’t be all things to all people, but at Power Solutions, LLC, we certainly try. As a channel partner with over 20 different manufacturers and service providers, we have one of the most comprehensive power product and service offerings available in the industry today. Add […]
Engineering Challenges of UPS Systems with Extended Runtimes
By Guy Lacerte, Principal, Power Solutions, LLC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems play a vital role in ensuring operational continuity in settings where power disruptions could result in substantial financial setbacks, data loss, or safety hazards. Typical UPS designs emphasize short-term backups, usually lasting 5 to 15 minutes to allow time for generators to engage. […]
APC by Schneider Electric End of Life Announcements and Updates
Several popular models of APC and Schneider Electric power and cooling equipment are end of life. Some models have already or are about to reach their end of service life or obsolescence date, meaning spare parts, comprehensive service plans, and maintenance services are no longer available. For some models, modernization services designed to prolong the useful life […]
BAA Compliant UPS Products from Schneider Electric
BAA Compliant UPS Products from Schneider Electric: Ensuring Reliability, Compliance, and Cost Savings in Critical Power Protection The Buy American Act (BAA), enacted in 1933, mandates that products purchased by the U.S. federal government must be manufactured domestically to the greatest extent possible, fostering economic growth and national security. In the realm of uninterruptible power […]
Data Center Cooling Topologies: Perimeter, In-Row, and In-Rack Configurations
In the modern digital landscape, data centers serve as the backbone of global computing, housing vast arrays of servers, storage systems, and networking equipment that power everything from cloud services to artificial intelligence applications. As data processing demands escalate—driven by advancements in AI, big data, and edge computing—the heat generated by IT equipment has become […]
The Integration of Artificial Intelligence Across Key Industries: A 2025 Perspective
In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has transcended its role as a futuristic concept to become a cornerstone of operational efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness across diverse sectors. Driven by advancements in machine learning, generative AI, and agentic systems, industries are leveraging AI to automate processes, enhance decision-making, and personalize services. According to global projections, AI adoption […]
Edge Computing for Resilient Data Center Infrastructure
On October 20, 2025, a significant disruption swept through the digital ecosystem when Amazon Web Services (AWS) suffered a major outage in its US-EAST-1 region. This incident underscores a critical lesson for businesses: incorporating an edge computing strategy is essential for enhancing resilience, reducing latency, and mitigating single-point failures. Many legacy sites have been migrating […]