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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

Stop by if you're in Mumbai

Curious about the advantages of wireless power and environmental monitoring? Planning to be in or near Mumbai early November? Consider stopping by. 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

Using Rogowski Coils

Conventional split-core CTs may not always be the best solution when installing current transducers on existing cable bundles. The CT may not fit around the conductor or in the required space. An easy alternative is to use a Rogowski coil. Read More

New Look, Same Secure Wireless Technology

Packet Power has moved from opaque to clear plastic enclosures for our "M", "R" and "P" wireless power monitors. The material is unchanged, only the level of coloration has been modified. Read More

The Best Way to Access a Voltage Source

Packet Power is frequently asked how to access the voltage source when installing power monitors. This can be done using a variety of methods. Read More