ETN Eaton Corp New

Eaton Corporation (ETN) has introduced a new line-interactive UPS, the Eaton 5PX. The newly manufactured 5PX provides exceptional manageability, efficiency and energy metering capabilities for IT managers.

Eaton said the 5PX has a unique feature of metering energy consumption of every device protected by the UPS, a practice used for the first time in the UPS industry. The UPS’ large, intuitive LCD display also allows IT managers to easily monitor energy usage of the various pieces of equipment protected. This helps in maximizing server room functioning and efficiency, consequently reducing energy costs. These features provide the Eaton 5PX an edge over similar products from its competitors.

Additionally, the 5PX features an industry-leading power factor of 0.9, which enables it to protect more devices than competing products. A successor to the proven Eaton Evolution® S, the Eaton 5PX is a next-generation UPS with a power range of 1.5–3 kVA (thousand volt amperes) and continues to offer high-density protection to IT devices such as servers, switchers, routers and storage devices.

Battery life is a major contributor to the performance of any UPS. Compared to Evolution S, Eaton has improved on the  reliability of 5PX by applying its ABM technology. The ABM is a battery-charging method that allows batteries to rest between charging cycles. This extends battery life considerablyand saves maintenance costs owing to prolonged service and replacement cycle.

The 5PX promises up to 99% efficiency. Moreover, all 5PX products employ an RT format, implying they can be installed in both the rack and tower positions. The 5PX is now available in all Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) countries.

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Eaton Corporation deals in electrical components and systems for retaining power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety.

Eaton Corporation currently retains a Zacks #2 Rank (short-term Buy rating). The company fares better than its peers ITT Corporation (ITT) and Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI), both of which carry the short-term Zacks #3 Rank (Hold). We maintain our long-term Outperform rating on the stock.

 
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