It’s a simple fact that most electronic and electrical equipment – regardless of how well-designed and manufactured it is, will fail at some point. Failure-induced downtime is out of the question for any commercially-used equipment, but it’s especially serious for UPS systems; if they go offline, they compromise all the equipment they have been installed to protect – leading to power outages, blackouts and loss of consumer confidence. Luckily, there are a number of things you can do to minimise this risk and support your UPS (uninterruptible power supply) systems for as long as possible.
At the basic level, your UPS system should be kept in a clean, dry and well-lit area, and you should check that all alarms and indications are recorded, logged and reported flawlessly. Responsibility for the UPS and its related equipment operation should be assigned to a named member of staff, and a suitable UPS maintenance contract negotiated with a reputable UPS maintenance provider – such as Dale Power Solutions. We enact a strict, industry-regulated corrective maintenance programme that ensures optimal efficiency through various means: a regular testing and maintenance schedule; emergency call-out facilities with an actionable response time; end-of-life component replacement, such as replacement batteries and replacement parts.
Ensures optimum UPS power supply efficiency: A well-structured UPS preventive maintenance programme includes servicing to all the UPS installation’s major parts; the UPS itself, the battery and generator if present. During a maintenance visit, a full inspection of the UPS’s critical instruments will also be checked for optimum UPS power supply efficiency
Reduced risk of downtime: A forward-thinking UPS maintenance and UPS service allows you to monitor the ongoing health of your UPS power supply. By scheduling regular inspections and checkups, you will alleviate the chances of part and component failures which lead to downtime. Preventative maintenance will also address any issues that could lead to a potential system failure, identifying and resolving problems before they have a chance to take hold, or worsen
Improves business budgeting and maintenance processes: Whether you run a data centre, telecommunications business or a healthcare facility, unexpected breakdowns can be extremely costly, and really eat into your expenditure or cash reserve. By having a preventive maintenance program in place, you can avert unanticipated failures and better plan for the future. Furthermore, part refurbishments and replacements can be predicted and anticipated, and therefore you can build these into your forecasted costs and budget
Increased efficiency and longer lifespan: Professional UPS maintenance and a UPS service will help your UPS power supply function at peak performance. This will help your system work for years to come, prolonging their lifespan, and the benefits they bring to your business and facility
Our UPS maintenance & Generator Maintenance includes a fantastic range of services, including:
Diesel Generator Service & Maintenance. This can include everything from exhaust treatment and OFTEC qualified fuel tank inspections through to coolant cleaning and recycling, fuel management and radiator cleaning
UPS Service & Maintenance. This includes, but is not limited to: protective device repair, battery management, enclosure maintenance and power conversion optimisation
Load Bank Testing. These tests are an effective way of identifying and prioritising areas that are in need of preventative maintenance. Both resistive and reactive local bank tests are carried out to offer reliable results for a UPS maintenance plan
Control System Management. We can manage your whole control system to ensure it’s always running efficiently and make any needed adjustments as and when required
Remote Monitoring. Allowing us to check the status of your generator systems from a computer and/or smart device from a remote location, providing reports and data on its functionality. We can also check that vital systems are operational and turn generators on and off if needs be
We can also:
Check, record and verify readings, ensuring correct operation
Ensure that airflow in and around the UPS installation is unconstrained while we change any air filters that are in need of replacement
Check your UPS for signs of damage to UPS components or to power and control wiring – which includes swelling and leakage on AC and DC capacitors
Check power supply voltages and waveforms
Preventative UPS maintenance can make all of the difference to a power outage and uninterruptible power supply. Our regular maintenance visits will aid with functional tests and ensure optimal performance, as well as be the UPS health check your uninterruptible power supply needs.
With batteries supplying energy to the critical load should the mains utility fail – they are vital to your UPS’s operation. Regular battery maintenance and in depth testing can ensure they continue to be a source of power for your power source, and are there when you need them the most.
Our battery service & maintenance Includes:
Checking of the open circuit battery and UPS float voltages
Inspecting the physical condition of the batteries, terminals and connections
Assessing the condition of your battery cabinets
Performing a detailed examination of individual cells for post and interconnector corrosion
Impedance testing to assess the internal condition of your batteries, and check for problems such as a loss of electrolyte due to venting through overcharging, leakage through seals, or migration of electrolyte between cells. In fact, regular impedance testing will track battery condition and allow accurate prediction of the end of the battery’s reliable working life.
Voltage readings.
Replacement batteries.
We can also:
Install permanently-fitted battery monitoring systems for continuous monitoring of battery voltages, current, temperature and impedance, and to detect differences between individual battery blocks during any charge/discharge cycles
Advise on battery system design and create personalised battery installations that meet your site’s requirements, as well as provide technical support
Supply and install brand new UPS batteries for your power systems, as well as replacements for a range of battery-supported products – including AC UPS, DC equipment, emergency lighting units and generator starting batteries
Even state-of-the-art, well maintained equipment can fail at times, so any scheduled maintenance plan should incorporate an emergency call-out service. Different options should exist to allow UPS users to balance response levels against cost and provide UPS power services that are dependable and strong. At Dale, we are available 24/7/365 – ensuring any issue isn’t an issue for long. In fact, our network of highly-skilled engineers and trained technicians will give you peace of mind knowing your UPS is in good hands, and that business will be back to normal shortly. Our service level is unrivalled within the industry, ensuring power protection systems solutions are combined with technical support.
Right from the start, our UPS maintenance contract, UPS maintenance schedule and maintenance personnel keep your UPS power supplies working effectively, regardless of site conditions, required specifications or corrective action needed.
It can be a nightmare when a part stops functioning properly, but we hold a vast range of spare parts for our clients' benefit. From air filters, cooling systems and alternators to control panels and tailored solutions for niche products, as well as stocking parts for engines and generators no longer in production – your UPS will always have everything it needs.
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Because UPSs exist to protect your business critical equipment, it’s only right that the UPSs themselves should be protected too. Through regular UPS maintenance and a fast response should a power supply failure occur, you can rest assured that your business is being taken care of. If you’re looking for uninterruptible power supply maintenance and your business is located in areas such as Manchester, Liverpool, Scarborough, St Albans, Glasgow or Pen y Cymoedd, then please get in touch with us today on 0330 999 3000 to learn more about just what we can do for you.