Background
A leading data center operator manages 17 facilities across major Indian cities, including Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Noida. As a global leader in IT infrastructure and data center services, the company provides hosting solutions to clients worldwide.
With a network of data centers supporting critical infrastructure, uninterrupted power supply (UPS) systems are essential for smooth operations during power disruptions. Any downtime can lead to operational issues for the operator and its customers. As demand for digital infrastructure grows, maintaining continuous power becomes more challenging. The operator’s facilities support industries such as financial services and cloud computing, where even minor power disruptions can have damaging effects.
Challenge
Managing multiple data centers presented several challenges in ensuring power reliability. Routine battery inspections were time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to human error, making it difficult to detect signs of battery failure. With thousands of batteries to maintain, a centralized approach was necessary to ensure consistent performance and efficient maintenance. The lack of real-time data also made it challenging to assess battery conditions accurately, increasing the risk of failures and unplanned downtime.
The operator needed a solution that provided continuous monitoring, real-time diagnostics, and predictive insights. By implementing an automated system, they aimed to enhance battery performance, reduce reliance on manual inspections, and optimize maintenance strategies to ensure long-term power reliability.
Implementation
To address these challenges, the data center operator partnered with Franklin Electric to deploy CELLGUARD™ Wired The system was installed across all facilities, providing real-time visibility into battery conditions, key performance metric, (ie. voltage, temperature, internal resistance) and enabling proactive maintenance.
CELLGUARD™ Wired Battery Monitoring
The system continuously assesses the state of health (SOH) of each battery, sending automated alerts and generating reports based on user defined thresholds. This allows maintenance teams to detect early signs of battery degradation and take corrective actions before failures occur.
Additionally, training sessions were conducted to ensure staff could successfully install the system and access critical battery performance data. The CELLGUARD™ Wired integrates with existing infrastructure simplified deployment, making it easier to retrieve and utilize key information for maintenance and operational decisions.
WITH THE CELLGUARD™ WIRED BATTERY MONITORING SYSTEM THE DATA CENTER ACHIEVED:
Real Time Monitoring:
The system provided continuous insights into battery performance, enabling early detection of potential failures and reducing the risk of unexpected power disruptions.
Extended Battery Life:
Predictive maintenance capabilities optimized battery usage, reducing unnecessary replacements and lowering overall maintenance costs.
Reduced Manual Inspections:
Automated monitoring minimized the need for frequent manual checks, allowing maintenance teams to allocate resources more effectively.
Scalability and Integration:
The centralized platform ensured consistent monitoring across all facilities, improving overall power management and supporting future expansion.
Conclusion
The CELLGUARD™ Wired has strengthened the operator’s power infrastructure by providing real-time battery performance insights, reducing risks, and ensuring uptime compliance. Automating monitoring has improved maintenance efficiency, minimized downtime, and optimized battery replacement, lowering long-term costs.
Continuous tracking allows maintenance teams to address issues before they escalate, ensuring uninterrupted operations. The system also improves service reliability by preventing outages, preserving data integrity, and maintaining consistent digital access. Enhanced power stability enables the operator to meet SLAs, boosting customer confidence in their infrastructure.
