Automated Plants Require Enhanced Power Protection to Prevent Production Losses
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As industries increasingly depend on automation, even minor power disruptions can lead to significant production losses. For instance, a plastic manufacturer in Italy faced over 600 power disturbances annually in 2025, resulting in nearly $223,000 in losses. A study in Lithuania highlighted that one company incurred losses of $5,500–$8,900 per voltage sag, while another lost about $25,300 per hour during full production.
Understanding power quality is crucial for manufacturers to protect critical equipment and minimize downtime. A brief power interruption can trigger extensive recovery times, costing companies thousands in lost production and material. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that power outages cost American businesses approximately $150 billion each year, emphasizing the need for effective power protection strategies.
Identifying essential equipment and implementing uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) or other protective measures is vital. Companies should assess their production lines to determine which components require backup power, focusing on controls and communication systems to prevent complete shutdowns. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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