Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Blog”
A solid server room contingency plan is crucial to protect sensitive and valuable data no matter what gets thrown your way—from hurricanes to standard power outages. A good contingency plan actively protects you against power outages, hurricanes, fires, and so much more. When it comes to server rooms or data centers, a solid plan must account for numerous scenarios including …
An auto transfer switch automatically transfers power from your utility to your generator in the instance of a power outage. Your other option is a manual switch, which requires someone on-site to turn it on when the power goes off. As a result, manual switches require more time, risk and labor. Automatic switches are always guarding your business, ready to …
Not all spot coolers provide the same comfort or noise control, but there are spot coolers on the market that offer very low sound ratings and are intended for office use. For instance, our portable spot coolers have a sound level of 55 dB(A), that’s silent enough to sit in an office without distracting anyone. The last thing you want …
If you wait until after an emergency arises or days before a long-anticipated hurricane, chances are you are not going to secure a back-up generator. After the first hurricane warning hits the news, everyone races to claim a generator, and as a result, the cost goes up and supply goes way down. Planning is crucial to secure a generator before …
A spot cooler isn’t just a temporary fix for data centers. Even if your data center is attached to the building’s central AC system, spot coolers offer a lot of long-term benefits and can be used on a regular basis. Data center rooms are notorious for overheating. When temperatures creep up too high, equipment is at risk of breaking down …
When a power outage strikes, you never know how long it’ll be until the power comes back on. That’s why a generator with an automatic transfer switch is ideal, keeping your business going no matter what. Optional standby systems, also known as “back-up generators,” are installed to provide a secondary source of electricity during power outages. A large back up …
According to the National Fire Protection Association, every year between 2006 and 2010 there were approximately 209 structural fires that originated in electronic equipment rooms, such as server rooms, reported in the US. The estimated breakdown of costs per year to pay for these damages is in the millions, $11.9 million to be exact. Insurance may cover damages, but not …
Negative air machines can greatly improve indoor air quality, but only HEPA filters are acknowledged as effective by health professionals, the CDC, USEPA and other government and environmental protection agencies. HEPA-filters capture invisible particles and spores that could otherwise make you sick. Hence why HEPA-filters are used in medical centers, Atomic research centers, manufacturing facilities, hospitals and even nuclear power …
Every South Florida business needs an emergency preparedness plan, and that includes access to the right backup generator to keep your business running during hurricanes or other emergencies. Contingency Planning for Florida’s Upcoming Storm Season If you’ve ever tried to order a generator after hurricane warnings go into effect, you know how quickly generators fly off the shelves. Not to …
There are two basic variations of generators, a portable generator and a standby generator. Using the wrong type of generator at your wedding can end in disastrous results. If you are planning an outdoor wedding or a tent wedding, you’ll need to use a standby generator, NOT a portable generator. A portable generator cannot provide enough power to fuel all …
