Johannesburg, 06 Aug 2009
Evershree Mathadeen, Channel Manager, Eaton Power Quality, says it's simple - prevention is better than cure when it comes to protecting your household devices from the unpleasant effects of power cuts.
Uninterruptible power supplies (UPSes) are a good starting point, but the main function of these powerhouses isn't surge protection. But, power surges can wreak havoc, so what now?
Mathadeen recommends taking a closer look at Eaton's Protection Station, the first all-in-one UPS, surge suppressor and multi-socket device. It provides plug-and-play power and surge protection to home PCs, gaming consoles and audio-video (AV) equipment, and it's designed to save energy and costs through its unique EcoControl function.
“EcoControl automatically disables peripherals when the master device, such as a computer, HD TV or digital AV equipment, is turned off. By automatically turning off peripherals that are normally left on standby, such as multifunction printers, AV equipment and loud-speakers, users can save up to 30% of energy normally consumed by stand-by electronics.”
The 500VA, 650VA and 800VA models are designed to protect Internet and multi-media personal computers (PCs), gaming consoles and peripherals against damaging power surges, voltage fluctuations, lightning strikes and blackouts. Equipped with eight standard outlets (500VA model includes six outlets) and replaceable batteries, the Protection Station can provide up to 30 minutes of battery backup for a typical PC.
And, due to its EcoControl function and its exceptional environmental benefits, the Protection Station has received Eaton's “Green Leaf Solution” label, a designation that represents Eaton's commitment to documented environmental performance to customers, consumers and communities.
“Yes, it's important to protect our costly investments, but what is also important today is that we do so with the environment in mind,” Mathadeen concludes.
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