Ed Spears is a product-marketing manager in Eaton’s Critical Power Solutions Division in Raleigh, North Carolina. A 37-year veteran of the power-systems industry, Ed has experience in UPS-systems testing, sales, applications engineering, and training — as well as working in power-quality engineering and marketing for telecommunications, data centers, cable television, and broadband public networks. He can be reached at EdSpears@Eaton.com, or find more information at www.powerquality.eaton.com.

9 Steps To Disaster Recovery Preparedness

When disaster strikes, be prepared and protected.

Ed Spears

October 15, 2018

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Data center operators face constant pressure to save time, save money, and enhance efficiency — all while keeping things up and running.

Advancements In Data Center Power Management Efficiency & Sustainability

Tips on ways to become more efficient.

Ed Spears

December 11, 2017

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The data center and IT landscape is fast-changing and innovation-driven.

Upgrading Your Data Center, Part Three

Generating revenue through a UPS upgrade.

Ed Spears

October 26, 2015

In many ways, your data center uninterruptible power system (UPS) isn’t all that different than your car; provided you take proper care of it, it should reliably carry you many miles.

Upgrading Your Data Center, Part Two

Top issues vintage data centers face today.

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Ed Spears

September 17, 2015

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In older data centers, primary mechanical and electrical architectures such as uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) and electrical switchgear are often nearing the end of their recommended service life.

Upgrading your Data Center, Part One

Top trends affecting vintage data centers.

Phil Fischer

Ed Spears

September 14, 2015

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According to the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), “nearly 3 million U.S. data centers help power our economy, make our lives easier and render our buildings and electricity grid ‘smarter.’”

Overcoming Energy Efficiency Obstacles In Multi-Tenant Data Center

There are big energy savings opportunities in colocation facili-ties

Ed Spears

April 1, 2015

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Fueled in part by the rise of cloud computing, multi-tenant data centers (MTDCs) are quickly growing in size, number, and popularity.

High-Efficiency Mode UPSs: Investing in the Right Capabilities

Maximize your ROI.

Ed Spears

March 24, 2015

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Before buying new uninterruptible power systems (UPS) hardware, today’s data center operators need to know that the funds they’re investing will result in a quick and significant payback.

High-Efficiency Mode UPSs: Determining Return On Investment

These new models can realize savings significant enough to produce a 100% return on investment (ROI) in as little as two years.

Ed Spears

March 17, 2015

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Deploying high-efficiency mode uninterruptible power supply systems (UPSs) can dramatically improve power efficiency for companies looking to save money and shrink their environmental impact.

High-Efficiency Mode UPSs: Demands Driving Greater Power Efficiency

Maintaining reliability is a data center operator’s highest priority, but most would identify managing costs as a close second.

Ed Spears

March 9, 2015

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Does Energy Storage Reduce Data Center Generator Requirements?

There have been a lot of developments in energy storage technology over the last several years. This has been primarily driven by the general trend and expanded use of sustainable but intermittent power sources, such as wind and solar. Some data center designers and operators are examining how energy storage technology could also be utilized to reduce generator requirements.

Unlock the Power of Digital Data Center Operations

Where are you on the digital journey to saving costs, increasing security, and delivering higher efficiency? In our “always on” world, data centers stand on the front line of the digital revolution. Dave Sterlace, head of technology at ABB Data Centers, explores how digitalization can transform how we operate our digital enterprises.

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Mission Critical Magazine

2019 September/October

This issue of Mission Critical sheds light on the IT dilemma and explores other topics like IT and data center automation, powering mission critical facilities, the demands of the IoT, and more. Additionally, the IT-Colo Strategic Planner is included as a special edition with the September/October 2019 issue.

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