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Don't let blackouts disrupt what matters.

Eaton provides innovative solutions to help businesses prepare for and respond to power outages. From backup power systems to energy management tools, Eaton’s technologies ensure operational continuity, protect critical infrastructure, and support sustainability goals. Whether you're managing a data centre, healthcare facility, or industrial site, Eaton empowers you to stay resilient in the face of unexpected disruptions.

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What Causes Power Outages.

Power outages can occur anywhere, at any time. Gaining a clear understanding of their underlying causes is the first step in effectively preparing for them.

Regardless of the cause, the impact is the same: downtime, data loss, and increased operational costs. That’s why having a robust power protection plan is essential—whether at home or in the workplace.

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Why Power Outages Occur.

Power outages are caused by a range of factors. Aging infrastructure, often under-maintained, is a major contributor—components degrade over time, increasing the risk of failure under stress. A single fault can trigger widespread disruption.

Extreme weather remains the most common cause, with storms, flooding, and high winds damaging lines and substations. These events are becoming more frequent and severe.

Cyber and physical attacks on power infrastructure are also on the rise, while planned maintenance and human error continue to cause localised outages.

Understanding these risks is key to building a resilient power protection strategy.

Why Power Outages Occur.

Power outages are caused by a range of factors. Aging infrastructure, often under-maintained, is a major contributor—components degrade over time, increasing the risk of failure under stress. A single fault can trigger widespread disruption.

Extreme weather remains the most common cause, with storms, flooding, and high winds damaging lines and substations. These events are becoming more frequent and severe.

Cyber and physical attacks on power infrastructure are also on the rise, while planned maintenance and human error continue to cause localised outages.

Understanding these risks is key to building a resilient power protection strategy.

Rising Energy Demand & AI’s Impact on the Grid.

Global energy demand is surging, driven by geopolitical tensions, economic recovery, and the rapid rise of AI. Generative AI, in particular, requires immense computing power, increasing strain on data centres and the electrical grid. Grids are struggling to keep up. Sudden spikes in consumption can cause voltage drops, equipment failures, and blackouts. AI workloads, processed in energy-intensive data centres, further amplify this pressure—especially as demand for GPUs and specialised chips grows. Combined with ageing infrastructure, cyber threats, and extreme weather, power outages are becoming more frequent.

Why Power Quality Matters.

Outages disrupt operations, damage equipment, and lead to lost revenue. Businesses—from manufacturers to retailers—face downtime, data loss, and customer dissatisfaction. Long-term, unreliable power deters investment and slows economic growth.

Smarter Solutions for Resilience.

Modern power quality solutions now use IoT for real-time monitoring, proactive maintenance, and analytics. Technologies like Out-of-Band management ensure critical systems stay accessible—even during outages. Investing in reliable power infrastructure isn’t just smart—it’s essential.

Staying Connected When the Power Goes Out.

Remote and hybrid work have become the norm, but they come with new challenges—especially the risk of power outages. With most remote workers relying heavily on home offices and digital tools, blackouts can disrupt communication, halt productivity, and even affect home safety.

To stay prepared, Eaton can provide uninterruptible power supply (UPS). These devices automatically switch to battery power during an outage, keeping essential equipment like laptops and routers running. Eaton offers a range of UPS solutions designed to keep home offices powered and connected, helping remote workers maintain productivity and peace of mind—even when the lights go out.

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Staying Connected When the Power Goes Out.

Remote and hybrid work have become the norm, but they come with new challenges—especially the risk of power outages. With most remote workers relying heavily on home offices and digital tools, blackouts can disrupt communication, halt productivity, and even affect home safety.

To stay prepared, Eaton can provide uninterruptible power supply (UPS). These devices automatically switch to battery power during an outage, keeping essential equipment like laptops and routers running. Eaton offers a range of UPS solutions designed to keep home offices powered and connected, helping remote workers maintain productivity and peace of mind—even when the lights go out.

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Act Now to Protect Your Business.

With ageing infrastructure, growing power demands, and extreme weather events, blackouts are becoming more frequent—and more costly. These outages disrupt operations, drain resources, and damage reputations.

To stay resilient, organisations must safeguard their electrical equipment and the critical processes it supports. Investing in reliable power quality solutions and a strong Out-of-Band management strategy is essential. These tools provide secure access and control over IT infrastructure, whether in a data centre or at the network edge.

By taking proactive steps today, your business can reduce the impact of outages and ensure continuity across their operations.

Stay protected - work and play worry-free.

The 3P Ellipse UPS is Eaton’s latest addition to its power protection solution portfolio. Sleek, attractively designed and silent in operation, this compact UPS offers an exceptional user experience for backup power in both residential and small business settings.

Designed for your space

Complement any interior with 3P’s contemporary good looks that also come with versatile usability. Flexible, multi-position design allows the UPS to fit seamlessly into any environment horizontally or vertically.

Power up with confidence

Enjoy up to 12% more power than the previous Ellipse ECO models and a typical runtime of 15 to 20 minutes, ensuring you can handle disruptions smoothly.

Control at your fingertips

Access status and notifications in real time via mobile app or web browser with an optional CLOUD-PS card. Have control and peace of mind from any location.

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