Efficient operation of critical data systems
Data centers require stable power to ensure continuous operation of servers, storage systems, and network equipment. Loads change rapidly in modern installations. Systems respond directly to voltage variations and short interruptions. A UPS with high efficiency, modular capacity, and battery technology with fast response provides safe operation and reduces energy costs. Lithium batteries, advanced control, and modern semiconductor technology provide additional stability in facilities that require high uptime.
Typical setup for data centers
A well-designed setup for data centers includes flexible UPS solutions that can handle rapid load changes and large amounts of IT equipment. This includes:
- Modular capacity configured with n+0 or n+1
- Efficiency of 98.1 percent
- Silicon carbide–based technology for high load control
- Lithium batteries
- Real-time monitoring of load and system status
- Integration with the data center’s operational systems
This combination provides flexible and reliable power supply in facilities with high availability requirements.
Modularity and scalability
Multi Power 2 provides modular capacity that can be expanded as needed. This makes it easy to increase capacity without taking the system offline. Redundancy ensures that the data center continues to deliver services even if one module is taken out for maintenance. Modules are connected without interruption and provide a solution that is easy to operate and adapt. Modularity also reduces initial investment and enables flexible scaling as capacity requirements increase.
Efficiency
An efficiency of 98.1 percent reduces energy losses and heat generation. Less heat means lower load on the data center cooling systems. In facilities with high energy consumption, a UPS with high efficiency delivers noticeable cost savings over time. This strengthens the data center’s overall energy efficiency and provides better resource utilization.
Variable load
Modern data centers experience periods where load changes occur rapidly. Power consumption rises and falls in line with applications, traffic, and workloads. Multi Power 2 handles such variations without losing stability. Lithium batteries withstand rapid cycling and provide fast response to load changes. They have a longer lifetime than traditional lead-acid batteries and provide better support during frequent operational changes.
Lithium batteries
Lithium batteries have high energy density and long lifetime. The batteries tolerate high loads and provide precise monitoring of capacity and condition. Integration with Multi Power 2 provides high operational reliability and fast response during power outages. The batteries are lightweight, compact, and more robust than traditional solutions. This provides better space utilization and lower operating costs over time.
The role of data centers in digital infrastructure
Data centers are the foundation of digital infrastructure. Banking, healthcare, e-commerce, the public sector, and technology companies depend on continuous access to data. Interruptions affect critical services and result in significant costs. A reliable UPS ensures uninterrupted operation and necessary protection against faults in the power grid. Anda-Olsen delivers UPS systems that ensure maximum uptime in data centers and other critical infrastructure.
Experience from demanding environments
With roots in the maritime environment, Anda-Olsen has extensive experience with power supply in demanding conditions. This experience is transferred to data center solutions where requirements for operational reliability and robustness are high. The collaboration with Riello UPS provides access to advanced solutions developed for modern data centers and critical installations.
Downtime in data centers is often caused by power issues
A large proportion of incidents in data centers are related to power. Industry analysis shows that more than half of downtime is caused by power-related issues. Failures in the power supply lead to costly outages. Most of these incidents could have been avoided with better equipment, proper configuration, and clear procedures. Even in distributed systems, local UPS is necessary to ensure data integrity and continuous operation when one location loses power.
SiC technology in modern UPS systems
Silicon carbide reduces energy losses and provides high efficiency regardless of load. This results in lower heat generation, reduced cooling requirements, and compact systems. For data centers, this provides additional benefits in the form of lower energy costs and higher operational reliability. Multi Power 2 uses this technology to achieve 98.1 percent efficiency and consistently stable performance. This makes the system well suited for data centers with strict requirements for energy use, load response, and availability.
Service, monitoring, and maintenance
Reliable operation requires good monitoring and systematic service. Anda-Olsen offers solutions from a few kilowatts to several megawatts, supporting everything from peripheral equipment to the entire data center power supply. Monitoring provides insight into battery status, load, and events. This makes it easier to plan replacements, detect deviations, and reduce the risk of failures. Good service and maintenance provide greater assurance and stability in the data center’s daily operation.
Partnership with Riello UPS
Riello is a leading global manufacturer of UPS solutions. With development centers in Italy and extensive experience, they deliver advanced systems for critical installations. The partnership with Anda-Olsen provides access to solutions that are tested in demanding environments and adapted to Norwegian conditions. This includes control systems, bypass solutions, IP rating, and cybersecurity. Multi Power 2 is an example of the technology deployed to ensure stable power in data centers.
Takeaway
Data centers require stable and flexible power supply to ensure continuous operation. Multi Power 2 delivers high efficiency, modular capacity, and stable performance during rapid load changes. Lithium batteries, modern SiC technology, and advanced control provide high operational reliability and lower energy costs. Experience, service, and close collaboration between Anda-Olsen and Riello UPS deliver solutions that protect critical data systems and reduce the risk of downtime.
