APC by Schneider Electric for NZ Retail Stores

Protecting Retail Operations with APC

Retail environments, from small boutiques to large supermarkets, depend on continuous operation of their IT systems. Point-of-sale terminals, back-office servers, security systems, and network devices are all vulnerable to power disturbances. APC by Schneider Electric provides solutions that mitigate these risks, offering uninterrupted power supply (UPS) systems, surge protection, and robust rack enclosures to secure and manage IT assets.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) for Retail

APC UPS units are essential for maintaining power to critical retail equipment during outages. They provide battery backup power, allowing for graceful shutdowns or continued operation until mains power is restored. This prevents data corruption, extends hardware lifespan, and ensures customer transactions are not interrupted.

• Back-UPS Series: Ideal for protecting individual POS systems, routers, and small office equipment. These units offer basic surge protection and battery backup.
• Smart-UPS Series: Designed for more demanding applications such as small servers, network switches, and multiple POS stations. Smart-UPS units provide pure sine wave output and advanced management features.
• Smart-UPS On-Line Series: For mission-critical applications requiring maximum uptime, these double-conversion UPS systems provide continuous, clean power, isolating equipment from all power disturbances.

Surge Protection and Power Distribution

Beyond battery backup, protecting retail electronics from voltage spikes and electrical noise is crucial. APC offers various surge protection devices and power distribution units (PDUs) to safeguard sensitive equipment.

• SurgeArrest Series: Provides protection against lightning strikes and power surges for computers, peripherals, and communication lines.
• Basic Rack PDUs: Distribute power to multiple devices within a rack, offering a reliable power source for IT equipment.
• Metered and Switched Rack PDUs: Offer advanced power monitoring and remote control capabilities, allowing retailers to manage power consumption and reboot devices remotely.

Physical Infrastructure: Racks and Enclosures

Organising and securing IT equipment within a retail store is important for both operational efficiency and physical security. APC NetShelter enclosures provide a secure and structured environment for servers, networking gear, and UPS units.

• NetShelter SX Racks: Standard server racks suitable for housing a range of IT equipment in back-office or dedicated IT spaces.
• NetShelter CX Enclosures: Acoustically dampened enclosures designed for office environments where IT equipment needs to be housed near staff without excessive noise.
• Wall-Mount Enclosures: Space-saving options for smaller retail locations or for securing network equipment in a compact footprint.

Management Software and Services

APC solutions often integrate with management software to provide visibility and control over power infrastructure. This allows retail IT teams to monitor UPS status, receive alerts, and perform remote shutdowns.

• PowerChute Software: Enables graceful shutdown of computers and servers during extended power outages, preventing data loss.
• EcoStruxure IT: Cloud-based and on-premise solutions for monitoring and managing physical infrastructure across multiple retail locations.