Spring storms can bring a variety of dangerous weather conditions including high winds, heavy rain, and hail. High winds can damage power lines, causing power outages. Likewise, heavy rain and hail can damage trees and power lines, leading to power outages. Not only can these conditions cause power outages, but they can also cause…
The best security systems in the market, today, have one thing in common – they can’t function without POWER. All of the best security systems in the market today have one thing in common – they can’t function without power. Minuteman’s extensive experience in the Security market gives us unparalleled insight into the demands of today’s…
Your Emergency Communications Plan can fall short if it doesn’t include POWER In an emergency, communication is critical and can be the difference between a safe exit and a headline-grabbing disaster. Building an overall fault-proof system can be an overwhelming task, power included. What are some common questions when setting up power protection for emergency…
Many customers still have questions about “why” the need for a UPS. This post will help you understand the importance of a UPS, some basic functions of a UPS, and a simple approach to choosing the right UPS. Why a UPS? In a simple sense — Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) provide short-term emergency backup power…
Grid monitor warns of U.S. blackouts in ‘sobering report’ Credited Author(s): Peter Behr, Jason Plautz The central and upper Midwest, Texas, and Southern California face an increased risk of power outages this summer from extreme heat, wildfires and extended drought, the nation’s grid monitor warned yesterday. In a dire new assessment, the North American Electric…
With organizations continuing to grow, so will the technology requirements. Increasing power demands will call for more electrical outlets. To meet the growing demand of technology, business organizations will add IDFs (Intermediate Distribution Frame) and expand MDFs (Main Distribution Frame) which means multiple devices that will require multiple outlets. Enter Power Distribution Units, or PDUs.…
Spring has arrived and that means April showers will be bringing some lovely May flowers. While the warmer weather and flowers are certainly a welcome change, the ‘April showers’ may not be so welcome. Although it may not seem like spring in some regions of the United States, the thunderstorms are coming! While rain may…
No doubt you’ve heard how the world’s supply chain is being stressed like never before, resulting in shortages and delays in everything from semiconductors to cars, sneakers, exercise equipment, and more. Understanding the potential disruptions is important — not to lay the blame, but to demonstrate the interdependency of the global supply chain. Moving goods…
The best security systems in the market, today, have one thing in common – they can’t function without POWER. All of the best security systems in the market today have one thing in common – they can’t function without power. Minuteman’s extensive experience in the Security market gives us unparalleled insight into the demands of today’s…
South Bend Power Outage Due to Underground Fire Leaves Businesses Scrambling Downtown South Bend, Indiana faced a rather unusual power outage this past weekend when a fire ripped through underground passages, eventually damaging power delivery lines for more than 800 customers. Problems began Friday evening, and officials estimated that repairs could last into Sunday evening. What was…