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5 ways SMB’s can benefit from UPS

Unfortunately, unexpected power outages can happen to any business at any time. We’ve all been there; staff are often left with little to do and are fighting to clear out the stationery cupboard. What if we could help you to minimise the disruption? With the help of Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), we can help your business stay connected even when the power is out.

Safeguard your Business with a UPS Solution

1. Uninterrupted Power
In the event of a mains power failure, UPS devices can provide a seamless, uninterrupted power supply. This ensures that all attached business devices remain operational, preventing any potential data loss during work. Additionally, it maintains power between mains failure and generator start-up, allowing for a smooth transition between power sources. Whether you’re on the phone when an outage occurs or working on an important document, a UPS will protect you from being disconnected.
2. Stay compliant with OFCOM regulations.
As we edge closer to the 2025 PSTN switch off, service providers will be required to offer at least one backup solution to customers to enable them to access emergency services in the instance of a power outage. UPS devices can play a pivotal role in helping businesses stay compliant by providing access to publicly available telephone services (PATS) with at least 1 hour of backup power.
3. Surge Protection
Constantly checking the incoming voltage, a UPS can detect any sudden increases or drops in power. If it senses that something harmful is happening, it will switch to an alternate power source to prevent any damage to the equipment connected to it. Once the danger has passed, the UPS will switch back to using the main power supply.
4. Cost
Have you considered the cost of lost productivity or the expense of recreating and recovering lost data? By installing a UPS, you can ensure that workstations stay up and running, no matter what. This is particularly crucial if you’re working on time-sensitive projects, handling sensitive data or information, or facing other similar scenarios.
5. Opportunity to Backup Essential Data
By implementing a UPS solution, employees can have the opportunity to securely back up their critical data and power off their workstations and servers, thus minimising the risk of data loss.

The reality is that power outages cost businesses money.

Meet The Range…

VI 650 SB

 VI 600 STL

VI 2200 STL

Supports the Connection of 2 x 3-Pin UK power outlets

Up to 1 hour battery back-up**

Supports the Connection of 3 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 2 hours battery back-up**

Supports the Connection of 4 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 4 hours battery back-up**

Devices to Suit Businesses of All Sizes

Looking for a more enterprise-focused device? There are a wide range of UPS devices avaialble on the market, ranging from desktop devices for residential use, to rack mountable options for server rooms. Get in touch with our Team to discuss your requirements, they will be happy to help.

Discover the PowerWalker Range

Speak to a member of our expert team today to discuss your projects. We can help to ensure the devices quoted will meet your customers’ requirements. Call us on 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk.

**The UPS devices we currently offer are suitable for low power devices. For connecting devices with a larger power consumption, please speak with a member of our team.

A Back UP(S) For Remote Working

According to the ONS, it’s reported that around 44% of workers in the UK work either at home or in a hybrid environment. Many companies have invested in their hardware to support this shift over the last few years. But what happens when there’s a power outage?

At the time of writing this, there were 37 power outages in the North of England* alone. For those working remotely, this could result in:

UPS supporting Hybrid Working
  • A loss of internet connection, resulting in a lack of online presence
  • Team members unable to answer important calls
  • Hours of working time lost
  • The loss of unsaved work

The reality is that power outages cost businesses money.

Avoid Downtime With A UPS

UPS devices offer an ideal solution for those looking to minimise the disruption caused by a loss of power and to protect equipment from overvoltage and act as surge protection. Available for around 40% of the cost of a mid-range handset, they’re a worthwhile investment to ensure business continuity for remote workers.

Meet The Range…

VI 650 SB

 VI 600 STL

VI 2200 STL

Supports the Connection of 2 x 3-Pin UK power outlets

Up to 1 hour battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 3 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 2 hours battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 4 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 4 hours battery back-up*

Discover the PowerWalker Range

Speak to a member of our expert team today to discuss your projects. We can help to ensure the devices quoted will meet your customers’ requirements. Call us on 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk.

*Figure obtained from Northern Powergrid’s website 5th May 2023.

**The UPS devices we currently offer are suitable for low power devices. For connecting devices with a larger power consumption, please speak with a member of our team.

UPS Devices: How to Protect Business Continuity

 

Have you considered the different opportunities UPS devices could bring to you and your customers?

As a low-cost investment, they can be a great addition to ensure business continuity in the event of a power outage. Whether you’re supplying to SMBs, or online streamers, discover how we can help you to keep them connected.

Where can they be useful?

Wherever power is required, there’s a UPS to suit. Regardless of the application, we can help you to ensure a continued power supply. Take a look at some of our suggested use cases.

Discover the PowerWalker Range

Hybrid Working

UPS supporting Hybrid Working Power cuts can result in hours of lost time and depending on the individual’s role a reduced service for your customer’s business. UPS devices can be used to provide battery back-up to routers and computers*, helping to avoid downtime.

Securing Premises

UPS supporting security For premises with Failsafe locks, security may become compromised in the event of a power cut. Talk to us about how we can help you to assure premises remain secure at all times.

Online Streaming

UPS supporting online streaming Perhaps you supply to gamers who want to ensure their content streams are protected. A UPS device can be used to ensure an uninterrupted service.

Ofcom Regulations

UPS and Ofcom Regs UPS devices can also be a great option to ensure your services are compliant with Ofcom’s regulations. Find out more about the change in rules which will come into effect in 2025.

What the PSTN Switch off means to the Telco World

Finding the Right Fit

There are a wide range of devices available on the market, ranging from desktop devices for residential use, to rack mountable options for server rooms. Speak with a member of our team today to discuss your options and find the best devices for your application.

Call us on 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk

*The UPS devices we currently offer are suitable for low power devices. For connecting devices with a larger power consumption, please speak with a member of our team.

Let’s Gear UP(S) ahead of 2025

It feels like it’s been a long time coming…. the 2025 PSTN switch off is looming and we’re here to help you gear up for it.

Did you know, as per Ofcom’s guidance Service Providers should enable or offer at least one back up solution for users reliant on their landline to contact the emergency services in the instance of a power cut?

Read more here

Introducing the PowerWalker UPS Range

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supplies) are one option for providing a back-up solution for your VoIP solutions by ensuring an uninterrupted power supply to both routers and phones to deliver always on comms.

Our range has been carefully selected to:

  • Offer a maintenance free solution
  • Use replaceable batteries
  • Feature a 3-pin UK plug to connect to power
  • Allow some basic troubleshooting to check battery status etc.
VI 650 SB

 VI 600 STL

VI 2200 STL

Supports the Connection of 2 x 3-Pin UK power outlets

Up to 1 hour battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 3 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 2 hours battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 4 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 4 hours battery back-up*

Put simply, UPS devices can be used to provide a battery back-up to VoIP solutions in the event of a power failure. These are becoming increasingly important in ensuring users are able to contact emergency services in the event of a blackout. They could even become part of your business continuity to protect connectivity in such occurrences.

Discover ProVu’s UPS Range

Now in stock and available for fast delivery. Whatever your requirements are in the run up to the PSTN switch off and beyond, rest assured we’ve got your back!

*Battery back-up duration may vary depending on the consumption of connected devices. Time provided is based on one phone and one router.