Product Launch - FirstLine P 65-125kVA model This 480V UPS family was introduced in December 2010 and is proving to be very popular. It covers a wide input voltage range - 480V +/- 10% making it ideal for SMB data center applications where affordability, efficiency, reliability, availability, and flexibility are essential.
New Product Launch - FirstLine PL 10-100kVA model To address the needs of 208V installations, we introduced this UPS family in January 2011 - and it has been well accepted. It covers a wide input voltage range - 208V +/- 10% making it ideal for many applications - including network closets, computer rooms, and small data centers.
FREE Battery Replacement Program To augment these new product introductions, we also introduced our Free Battery Replacement Program - a revolutionary approach to driving down total cost of ownership for UPS. An industry first, this approach addresses the biggest cost of UPS operations - the replacement of batteries. Our double conversion topology means that we revert to battery power far less frequently - which allows us to take bold, industry-leading steps to help lower UPS operating costs.
FirstLine Wireless BMS Battery Monitoring System Another product launch aimed to provide real-time information on UPS battery status is our FirstLine Wireless BMS Battery Monitoring System which was launched in February, 2011. Perhaps you saw it demonstrated live at shows like NAB, AFCOM Data Center World and 7x24 Exchange.
This uniquely wireless easy-to-install product is an ideal complement to the FirstLine P, FirstLine PL, and Free Battery Replacement program.
Published Articles. Our thought leadership in this "Staco Universe" market was augmented by the Broadcast Engineering article "Backup power, Find out What Type of UPS System is Best for Your Facility" and the Processor "Powering Your Data Center's Future" August feature.
Website Redesign. Our online home - www.StacoEnergy.com - was "tweaked" early in the year and completely overhauled later on. Check out our new online tools - including easier product and industry solutions search, more detailed information on products, applications, upcoming shows, all intended to maximize the access to information in the least amount of time.
Power Factor Correction Products which allow customers to use their supplied power more efficiently - were also very popular this year. We re-launched our Fixed Capacitor banks and introduced the new StacoVAR mini - in August. Editors also saw the value in these programs - as they provided in-depth editorial coverage including "The Economics of Improving Power Factor" in Consulting/Specifying Engineer, and "Go Green with PFC" which ran in the August issue of Electrical Line magazine.
Go To Market. To help take these new products and services to the market, we've bolstered our rep/distributor network through a combination of recruitment and inbound requests. We continue to provide training through webinars, field visits and application-specific industry experts who are available, as needed, to give you support.
Clearly it has been a busy year - and a good one. As we enter into our 75th Anniversary Year, we're better prepared than ever to provide tailored power solutions to you in a diverse array of industries. Our broad range of products - including Voltage Control, Uninterruptible Power Supplies and Power Factor & Harmonics - allow Staco Energy Products to serve your diverse needs.
We're eager to hear your thoughts on these activities and products - as well as new ideas. We are creating a new Power Quality Connect blog (to be released soon), continue to utilize our e-newsletter, with VIP registration, and are expanding our social media connections, targeted at extending our brand recognition into our served markets.
Call Jim Hall with any questions/comments at (937) 259-3111 ext 145 or via e-mail at hallj@stacoenergy.com.
