Packet Power Blog

Split-Core CTs and Why Size Matters

Current transducers (CTs) are a critical component of power monitoring. They come in a variety of formats, sizes, current ratings and accuracy levels. The aspect we would like to focus on here is size, specifically inside diameter. Read More

Packet Power Launches New Compact Wireless Multi-Circuit Monitors

The new monitors offer an easy way to add monitoring to some or all of the circuits on switchgear, panelboards, HVAC units, generators and other devices. Read More

Unique Twist on Packet Power Product Training

It's hard to get people's attention for product training. A Packet Power customer decided to take a different approach that resulted in enthusiastic team engagement. It involved a Packet Power power module, environmental monitor and Ethernet Gateway... Read More

LBNL CoE Reviews Packet Power's Environmental Monitors

The Center of Expertise for Energy Efficiency in Data Centers (CoE), located at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, recently completed an in-depth analysis of several portable air management measurement tools for use in small data centers. ... Read More

Bowling Balls and One-Way Mirrors: Physics of Secure Monitoring

Security and safety are the foremost concerns of anybody deploying and managing an energy and environmental monitoring solution within a data center or any other networked environment such as a building or factory floor. The system being monitored... Read More

New Packet Power products deliver cost-effective, time-saving BCMS solutions

Packet Power is excited to add two models to our set of branch circuit monitoring retrofit solutions and an industry-leading way to share monitoring data between two distinct and secure IP networks. Read More

Dr. Paul Bieganski receives Distinguished Alumni Award

Packet Power is pleased to announce that our founder, Dr. Paul Bieganski, is being recognized by the University of Minnesota's Department of Computer Science and Engineering for his contributions to the computer science community. Read More

Data Center Cooling Optimization Is Easier Than You Think

One of the most contentious areas of data center operating cost reduction is cooling. There is an ongoing tension between lowering cooling costs and keeping facility temperatures within a deliberately conservative range. Many data centers accept... Read More

Power Monitoring ROI

There are countless reasons for monitoring power in data centers. We've outlined some of the most common applications and the resulting benefits. Often the determining factor in deciding to install power monitoring is the initial capital cost. Lower... Read More