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The French Navy has just launched a new military frigate. The vessel has been named ALSACE and is equipped with electrical safety equipment made by Socomec.

Socomec highlight some key technology trends are emerging for 2019 that could mitigate the risk of outages, improve efficiency and help generate revenue.

Socomec UPS performance optimisation made easy with new smart-phone app

As power densities increase, colocation and hyperscale data center operators need to maximise every opportunity to reduce power consumption – and associated costs. One such opportunity is to use energy saving 380V direct current (DC) which could be a game changer for the entire data center industry.

Power Continuity Ltd Design builds & installs world class fully automatic critical power protection systems. When Power Continuity required a maximum efficiency Static Switch with the most reliable track record in the industry for their major Global Automotive Clients, they looked long and hard at the STS options available in 2018 from a number of manufacturers.

Socomec, a leading global manufacturer of power control, availability and safety equipment, announced the launch of ALWAYS ON brand campaign in India, to drive energy availability and efficiency through its Transfer Switching Equipments (TSE). The company has over 96 years of experience in designing and producing TSE that helps keep customers’ power Always On with reliability, safety, in a cost-effective manner.

SOCOMEC joins the CEA’s FFLOR (Future Factory @ Lorraine) platform located at the PSA Group’s plant in Trémery-Metz (Moselle), showing its intention to take part in the new generation of Industry 4.0.

Socomec’s Delphys MP Elite+, from 80 to 200 kVA, is now available with an increased power factor of PF0.9 – for 12% more active power.

The DIRIS Q800 network analyser, an extremely comprehensive and user-friendly solution, boasts an unparalleled level of quality compared to other analysers on the European market and is IEC 62586-2 Class A certified.

The Socomec Group’s manufacturing site in Huttenheim (Alsace) has obtained ISO 50001 certification for its energy efficiency management system. Objective: to reduce the site’s energy consumption and its greenhouse gas emissions.

Multiple communications, MID measurements, compactness, higher-charge currents...When looking at the entire range of COUNTIS E smart metres currently offered by Socomec, it is clear that wide-scope performance goes hand in hand with easy use.

Socomec has joined the European consortium Interflex, furthering its participation in the development of tomorrow’s smart grids.

What is the situation regarding the crucial question of energy storage? The answer was provided during a conference held at Socomec, organised by the Energy Environment Technical Association (ATEE) of Alsace.

The Li-Ion Capacitor UPS – Socomec’s innovative lithium-ion capacitor-based UPS solution - protects JSR Micro N.V.’s chemical process installation and compressed air production system from frequent outages.

Socomec is a partner of the Build and Connect symposium that was held on 22 and 23 November 2016 in Strasbourg. Pioneering technologies and practices in the sustainable building sector were the keynote issues on the agenda.

The 2nd Hacking Industry Camp was held on 14-16 October at the INSA Institute in Strasbourg. 3 projects presented by Socomec staff received awards.

Socomec SUNSYS PCS² energy storage conversion system judged “outstanding” by global power business, Enel, following a rigorous test programme.

Socomec Group is taking a significant participation in Full Link Technology to strengthen his UPS operation in Hong Kong.

A huge, colourful artwork is to be reproduced on one of the large outer walls of Socomec’s industrial buildings in Benfeld, Alsace. At the end of September it will be on view from the nearby D1083 trunk road…

The French-based Utilities Performance (Up) Group, specialists in energy management and water cycles in industry and local authorities has merged with E'nergys, the Socomec Group’s services branch.

By signing the “Responsible Supplier Relations” charter Socomec intends to strengthen the relations of trust it has established over the years with its suppliers.

After signing up to EcoVadis in 2014, Socomec now figures in the top 5% of the 21,000 companies evaluated by the first worlwide collaborative platform for rating the sustainable development performance of member companies.

Leading European manufacturer of energy storage solutions, Socomec, launches UL certified systems in the USA.

As a highly dynamic sector and with a drive for sustainable development, rail transport is undergoing massive changes. With its expertise and solutions, Socomec is helping rail transport professionals to meet tomorrow’s challenges: to secure rapidly increasing traffic, to modernise networks while reducing operating costs, and to optimise energy consumption.

Socomec has joined the KM0 Locomotives club in Mulhouse, strengthening its industrial commitment to the digital transformation underpinning the energy transition.

Socomec U.K. Limited and Networks Centre LTD are pleased to announce a new partnership that allows Networks Centre to distribute Socomec’s intelligent UPS devices; ensuring power supply is maintained to critical facilities.

A leader in the development and manufacture of large integrated UPS systems (Uninterruptible Power Supplies), SOCOMEC is proud to present several new scalable and energy-efficient solutions. The equipment combines the advantages of the Green Power 2.0 technology and the flexibility of a modular system.

For the eighth time since 2003, Frost & Sullivan has again awarded Socomec for the excellence of its technology implemented in their UPS equipment. The prize is given based on a comparison of the leading UPS manufacturers around the world.

The sponsorship will help support building extension work aimed at doubling the exhibition space to better accommodate the museum's 200,000 annual visitors.…

Following a test period over several months on “Concept Grid” - EDF R&D’s1 experimental platform in Seine-et-Marne - teams from French distribution system operator ERDF2 and power conversion specialists, SOCOMEC, have successfully validated the islanding of an entire district for periods up to a record 5 hours.

Socomec solar inverters will be playing their part in illuminating the famous Champs Elysées as part of the COP21 United Nations conference on climate change. In keeping with the aims of the conference, IKEA entrusted independent solar power company Générale du Solaire with the design and production of two PV facilities for the Champs Elysées intersection.

Socomec has just opened its new, extended testing laboratory. Named 'Tesla Power Lab', this technological platform of nearly 2000m² has the resources to carry out the most comprehensive tests, certifying the quality of products designed and manufactured by the company, including electrical, mechanical, climatic and functional tests.

In 2000, further to an initiative of Mr Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the UNO, 46 companies laid the groundwork for a Global Compact which committed them to respecting 10 principles relating to human rights, and to international standards governing employment, the environment and the fight against corruption.

Despite ongoing complexities on the world economy, Socomec has announced relative stability in respect of its 2014 sales revenues. These amounted to €428 million, a slight decline of 2% compared to 2013, of which 0.3% is due solely to exchange rate factors. As in 2013, the economic slowdown has affected the entire profession.

Designed for server rooms, the service sector, infrastructure, the healthcare sector and light industrial applications, ITYS PRO is the latest innovative UPS solution designed and produced by Socomec.

SOCOMEC and JSR Micro N.V. announce the launch of a lithium-ion-capacitor based UPS as a result of a joint collaboration effort.

Critical infrastructure makes use of UPS systems to ensure service continuity.

To meet demand for power supply availability, SOCOMEC has extended its ATYS range of transfer switches, the worldwide benchmark in integrated power switching.

Parking areas, roofs on farm, industrial and commercial buildings … There are many sorts of surfaces that can be used for installing medium power PV plant (from 100 to 250 kWc)..

Socomec, innovative specialists in the control, availability and safety of low voltage electrical networks will be present at the Hannover trade fair to showcase its solutions for improving the energy performance of industrial facilities.

Market leader in the development and manufacture of large integrated critical power systems - SOCOMEC - has launched the latest addition to its range of energy efficient Green Power 2.0 modular UPS solutions – the DELPHYS Xtend GP

At the end of 2014, Socomec delivered right on schedule its third and final energy storage unit (106 kWh) for the Nice Grid pilot project.

British railway stations King's Cross and London Bridge, the Manchester Metrolink ... such prestigious project references just keep steaming in for Socomec, and show that the developments made by the company in recent years in the transport infrastructure sector have been well targeted.

Integrated power specialist, Socomec, presents the latest developments in switching and protection for heating, ventilation and air conditioning at AHR Expo, 26 – 28 January, Chicago.

Privately owned European UPS manufacturer, Socomec, further strengthens its market-leading position with the launch of the new MODULYS GP solution.

The Energivie Summit, the first international symposium on the role to be played by the building sector in the energy transition was recently held in Strasbourg. Organised on the initiative of the Alsace Energivie Competitiveness Cluster (with Socomec holding a seat on the board of directors), the summit met all expectations, attracting nearly 1,000 international participants who came for exchanges and debate on the 3-5 November focusing on the trends that will impact the construction and renovation of tomorrow’s buildings.

"Company of the Year"… Each year in a variety of key markets, consultants Frost & Sullivan award this prize to companies that have demonstrated their capacity to develop and implement an ambitious strategy for growth.

SOCOMEC is proud to announce the latest version of its VERTELIS software offering dedicated to energy management in buildings, industry and infrastructures of all types.

Twenty years after shaking up the electrical measurement market with the DIRIS system, the first multi-measurement solution, SOCOMEC is once again leading the way with its latest technological innovation: DIRIS Digiware, a totally modular and flexible energy measurement and monitoring system

The Total Foundation has recently set up Malawi’s first hybrid power plant in a remote location of the country. The plant features a solution developed by Socomec for off-grid sites, i.e. sites that have zero or only limited coverage by the public grid.

The Socomec Group, a pioneering manufacturer of UPS systems in France is part of a consortium that has been selected by the European Commission to draw up specific guidelines for measuring the environmental performance of UPS machines throughout their lifecycle.

To meet increasing demand for power supply availability, SOCOMEC has decided to renew its ATYS range of motorised changeover switches, the worldwide benchmark in integrated power switching. The latest range covers ratings from 125 to 3200 A and comprises five models providing different functions and allowing various switching contexts such as network-to-network, network-to-genset and genset-to-genset.

Many critical infrastructures such as data centers, hospitals and emergency services have to remain operational under all circumstances, even after an earthquake. And needless to say, their continued electrical supply is absolutely vital.

Three complementary specialists share their expertise to offer data centers the latest technological advances for meeting evolving requirements in terms of electrical supply, cooling systems and infrastructure.

To meet requirements for integrating equipment in electrical cabinets, Socomec now offers a more compact multifunction meter in a 72 x 72 mm format. Designed for monitoring and energy management applications in low and high voltage installations, the DIRIS A17 can be easily integrated in any type of electrical cabinet configuration.

Service continuity, the safety of the power supply and the cost of energy are all critical issues for a data center.

To meet requirements for managing energy costs via closer monitoring of consumption, SOCOMEC has completed its range of COUNTIS E energy meters with models comprising Modbus or M-Bus communication for ratings of 32 A, 63 A and 80 A.

Integrated power solutions market leader, Socomec, has launched a remote monitoring service – Link-UPS – designed to provide IT and Facilities Managers with 24/7 support to ensure the ongoing performance, efficiency and safety of their critical infrastructure – and to mitigate against costly downtime.

Socomec UPS systems: widest ever range approved by the Carbon Trust’s Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme (ECA) for taxable benefits on the purchase of new equipment.

Socomec UPS has been recognized with a prestigious European Frost & Sullivan award – Product Differentiation Excellence 2013 – and has been described as delivering “unparalleled quality, innovation and customization” through its use of cutting-edge technology to meet market needs.

Socomec continues to set the pace with its comprehensive range of Green Power 2.0 UPS solutions.

Socomec has launched a new version of its socomec.com website. The site has undergone a major facelift, allowing web visitors to discover our key markets, our applications and our products via a single and simplified access.

Continuing to focus on ambitious profitable growth, SOCOMEC has recently redefined its development strategy: from being a product specialist, the company is now set on becoming a solutions specialist for expert applications.

Bernard Steyert, the grandson of Socomec founder Joseph Siat, has been awarded the Fond'Action Alsace Special Jury Prize. The award was officially made at the CREF (Centre de Rencontres d’Echange et de Formation) in Colmar on the 26 October, under the patronage of Philippe Richert, President of the Alsace Regional Council.

Socomec UPS introduces its new 600 VA to 3.3 kVA UPS systems to the international market, designed to ensure electrical continuity at home and in the office for critical IT applications.

Socomec UPS has beaten the competition once again to win a prestigious Frost & Sullivan Product Innovation 2011 - for its comprehensive range of Green Power UPS solutions.

Socomec, independent French UPS manufacturer, reinforces its market-leading position with the launch of the new Green Power 2.0 UPS developed in response to evolving customer needs

New rapid response containerised critical power solution - coming to a location near you.

Socomec UPS, leader in power solutions for critical applications, has completed the 10 to 400 kVA GREEN POWER range, the first and only one with innovative 3-level technology inside.

The UPS Division of Socomec Group has a new Managing Director: Renato Fratta, who is already the Chairman of Socomec UPS Italy.

The Socomec Group, which specialises in the development manufacture and marketing of control and quality of power supplies serving electrical networks, has issued its financial results for 2010. – The business has achieved a turnover of 383 million Euros, 23% growth on the previous year’s figures.

Socomec UPS, IBM Deutschland, Stulz, Equinix and Dr. Braun Consultants are inviting the IT world to the Data Center Experience, an itinerant seminar on the technical aspects of solutions for the creation and management of state-of-the-art data centres.

Socomec UPS, a leader in power supply solutions for critical applications, has designed and developed BHC (Battery Health Check), an advanced stand-alone system for monitoring UPS batteries.

Socomec UPS, a leading company in supplying critical applications with electricity, will be present at every stage of the IBM PMDC European Road Show 2011. The event focuses on the very latest developments in data centre technology and IBM's 'Portable Modular Data Center', which features the Statys and Netys solutions from Socomec UPS.

Socomec UPS has been officially listed as Endorser of the European Data Centre Code of Conduct by the European Commission. This recognition confirms our commitment to the development of technologically green solutions characterised by high energy efficiency.

Ivan Steyert recently received the “Family-owned and Sole Proprietor Companies Award” from the hands of Erik Orsenna of the French Academy, during an official ceremony held last 30th March in the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with Christine Lagarde, Minister for Economy, Finance and Industry as guest of honour.

It is Europe's largest technology show, widely regarded as the technological event of the year and one of the most influential IT expos in the world. CeBIT celebrated its 25th anniversary with a 2011 edition that was an unprecedented success, hinting at a recovery in the market or at least a renewed interest in innovation, following the lull of recent years.

Delphys Green Power UPS range for market-leading efficiency combined with maximum availability

The Socomec group - a leader in Europe and in the world in the availability, control and safety of low-voltage electrical energy - has recently purchased Power System Rom (PSR).

Established already for nearly fifteen years in China, Socomec is taking advantage of the tremendous international showcase offered by the Shanghai Universal Exhibition to promote its industrial and commercial development in this country.

The quality and optimisation of technical communication with customers and sector specialists are two of Socomec UPS’s primary goals.

The Socomec UPS Italia plant was recently fitted with a photovoltaic (PV) unit which seems to be a genuine solar technology laboratory.

Ivan Steyert, great-grandson of the company founder, was unanimously voted Chairman of Socomec (industrial switchgear and UPS) by the Shareholder Board of Directors on Tuesday 23rd March.

Socomec UPS is becoming a driving force in the Networking ICT field as it can provide complete energy solutions inside an IT rack cabinet.

Frost & Sullivan Acknowledges Socomec’s Remarkable Uninterrupted Power Supply System Product Lines

In declaring ourselves a green company at the start of the new millennium, we were not simply making a public commitment to respect and value the environment.

The Socomec UPS Division has recently received the ISO 14001 certification for its Huttenheim production site based in Alsace, France.

The Socomec Group’s UPS Division recently celebrated its 40^th anniversary in the presence ofBernard Steyert, founder of the Division and today Chairman of the Socomec Group.

Socomec UPS is taking firm steps to protect the climate by helping devise and signing up to the European Code of Conduct (CoC) on the efficiency of uninterruptible power systems.

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Socomec UPS China is happy to announce the Beijing Olympic Committee has chosen Socomec UPS for the following events...

Now, a new way of protecting loads from power supply failures

Multi-purpose Rectifiers from Socomec UPS

A new entry that will scale the charts

the fully integrated ATS solution

Modular universal switches

Socomec is changing its logo.

to integrate environmentally-friendly Flywheel Systems

Socomec Sicon UPS selected to provide the protection at the Allianz Arena stadium in Munich

60 to 200 kVA UPS's to protect your Data Centres