These attacks are attempts to disrupt networks that control our energy infrastructure and seem likely to continue as the UK energy grids become increasingly web based and IP enabled.
The result for end customers is likely to be unpredictable power cuts or brown-outs where the power grid 'dip's and causes problems.
So much of what we do today needs continuous electrical power and whilst for small installations like a computer file server a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) is ideal short term protection, this is impractical for larger installations such as chiller units.
Of course it's not just cyber attacks that take down the mains grid, recent high winds and floods have caused millions of pounds worth of damage through power being interrupted.
Whilst EMM-Tek does not have a line in portable power generation, our equipment can warn you of a rise in temperature of a chiller unit and warn you if the power is disconnected for any reason.
How?
In our RMC301RC controller system there is a power reserve provided by Super Capacitor technology. These capacitors (used in hybrid cars to store energy) provide a power reserve, so that even when the main supply goes off, up to three warning text messages can be sent. Unlike a rechargeable battery these capacitors last for the life of the product.
It may be that a temperature controlled system has failed for some other reason, our optional temperature sensor can provide you with an immediate warning, potentially saving you an expensive bill for spoiled goods.
For less than £200, with an RMC301RC you can monitor and control your systems to insure against these threats.
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