Schneider Electric has launched its APC Smart-UPS Ultra 2.2kW, 3kW and 5kW UPS, the industry’s lightest single-phase UPS.

Despite its size, the offering boasts a 1.5-times increased power density due to the utilisation of next-generation semiconductor and lithium-ion technology, while maximising the value of IT space. For extended runtime, customers have the option to add up to ten battery packs.

“With more IT professionals managing hybrid environments, the demand for solutions that offer more power and flexibility is increasing,” Schneider Electric IT business vice president Joe Craparotta says.

“This product is a testament to Schneider Electric’s commitment to innovation as it addresses the IT infrastructure challenges of resiliency, security and sustainability.

“The APC Smart-UPS Ultra Lithium-ion battery lasts up to three times longer than a traditional valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) powered UPS and will not need to be replaced under normal operating conditions during the expected battery life of eight to ten years. This will not only result in a lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) but this vastly reduced footprint supports the sustainability priority of any organisation.”

APC’s Smart-UPS Ultra has been designed for local edge environments and micro data centres to provide consistent and reliable connectivity. Alongside its light and compact size, that allows for effortless installation, the offering is also equipped with a user-friendly auto-rotating LCD display.

Being understaffed or lacking on-site staff can also make management, maintenance and servicing challenging, especially if assets are highly distributed and geographically dispersed. To eliminate this, the offering has been designed to be EcoStruxure IT ready, featuring cloud-based monitoring to deliver data-driven recommendations and optimise performance, while enabling visibility across multiple UPS devices.