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31/03/2021 |
Judith Maiffret, Socomec's new HR Director
With a solid 15 years of HR experience in the industrial and international sectors, Judith Maiffret joins Socomec's Executive Board as Director of Human Resources. |
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18/02/2021 |
Socomec helps to combat digital precarity
As the pandemic continues to exacerbate levels of hardship, Socomec has committed to distributing computers and smartphones to Emmaüs Connect Strasbourg and the University of Strasbourg Foundation. |
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25/01/2021 |
COLORS Urban Art again “Powered by Socomec” in 2021
At a time when the Arts and Culture sector is facing considerable hardship, Socomec is renewing its financial support to the COLORS Urban Art association for the year 2021. This commitment will enable the continuation of projects and events related to urban art in the Strasbourg Eurometropolis. |
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12/01/2021 |
Socomec innovations serving a greener Dakar
For the first time this year, part of the main Dakar bivouac is to be powered by an innovative mobile energy production and storage system. This technology supplied by Socomec, partner of the main contractor GCK-Energy, is a first step towards a greener rally-raid. |
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14/12/2020 |
Socomec awarded the highest EcoVadis certification medal for its CSR policy
With a score of 76/100, Socomec has been awarded the "Platinum" medal and maintains its place among the top 1% of the world's 45,000 best rated companies. The rating is done by EcoVadis, the leading collaborative platform for assessing corporate performance in the field of sustainable development. |
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11/11/2020 |
Socomec employees share the company's commitment to eco-responsibility
In addition to its global corporate commitments, such as its membership of the Global Compact since 2003 and the implementation of ISO14001 environmental certification at its production sites, Socomec is also taking concrete steps to foster employee commitment daily. |
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16/06/2020 |
Socomec’s new UPS – MODULYS XL – recognised by Frost & Sullivan’s “New Product Innovation” award
With a track record in UPS innovation spanning 5 decades, Socomec’s latest release – a truly high power modular UPS, the MODULYS XL – has been recognised with Frost & Sullivan’s New Product Innovation award for 2020. |
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12/03/2020 |
Socomec energy storage system installed at Klinkenberg S.A.
Socomec has installed its Sunsys storage system at its Belgian customer's premises as part of the NR-GRID pilot project. The objectives are to maximise the self-consumption of the building's solar power system and to increase its autonomy in the event of a power outage. |
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11/03/2020 |
Socomec increases its commitment in Energy Storage associations
Socomec recently joined two new associations: CalSSA and SunSpec Alliance, to increase its expertise in energy storage. |
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24/01/2020 |
Socomec sponsors the "Data Sciences and Artificial Intelligence" chair at the University of Strasbourg
With sponsorship from Socomec and other Alsatian companies, the Télécom Physique Strasbourg school has recruited Thomas Lampert, an internationally-renowned researcher, for its new chair in "Data Sciences and Artificial Intelligence". |
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03/01/2020 |
Albioma: Production of renewable electricity in Non Interconnected Areas (NIA)
Socomec has been selected by Albioma, an electricity producer located in the French NIA (mainly overseas territories), to provide energy storage solutions to smooth injection into the electricity network and to offer flexibility services to the grid operator. |
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09/12/2019 |
Socomec among top 1% of responsible companies based on EcoVadis ranking
Socomec is ranked among the 1% of 45,000 best rated companies in the world by the first collaborative platform for evaluating the sustainable development performance of companies. |
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07/11/2019 |
Wattbooster vehicle charging stations opt for Socomec
Socomec's Sunsys PCS² bidirectional converter has been selected for the electric vehicle charging stations of three Wattbooster pilot projects in Slovakia and Poland. |
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20/10/2019 |
All Socomec production sites in Alsace ISO 14001 certified
Since September, all Socomec production sites in Alsace have been ISO 14001 certified. An additional assurance of the Group's environmental commitment. |
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17/10/2019 |
Socomec ranks among the top companies to be an intern
Socomec has once again been awarded the "Happy Trainees" label this year thanks to the positive evaluation given by its interns and trainees. The ranking, announced on Thursday October 10, promotes Socomec as the first in its category for companies in France with between 50 and 99 interns. |
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18/09/2019 |
Socomec Mobile Energy Storage Solution at “500 nocturnes” race
Socomec will be present on the 21st and 22nd of September at the 5th edition of the endurance race, the “500 nocturnes”, on the Rhine Ring circuit, to present its project e'car, demonstrator of new mobile storage solutions Energy. |
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05/09/2019 |
Socomec, partenaire principal du festival de street art Colors
Du 6 au 29 septembre, Strasbourg accueille son premier festival de street art : Colors powered by Socomec. Le groupe Socomec confirme ainsi son engagement pour le street art. |
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26/08/2019 |
A new mobile energy storage solution by Socomec
Socomec will be present at the French stage of the Rallycross World Championship in Lohéac (35) to present its project e’car, demonstrator of new mobile energy storage solutions. |
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15/07/2019 |
Socomec equipment powers Barracuda class submarines
Launched in July in Cherbourg, the Suffren nuclear attack submarine, the first of the Barracuda series, is equipped with on-board power converters manufactured by Socomec. Thus begins the plunge into a long series... |
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13/06/2019 |
Socomec inaugurates its revamped headquarters
With just under 3 years to go before its centenary, the SME and family-owned Socomec Company has inaugurated the architectural transformation of its headquarters in Benfeld and announced the construction of a new centre that will bring together teams dedicated to innovation (300 people), an innovation that will be central to its differentiation. |
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13/05/2019 |
Electrical Energy Storage trade fair Socomec in the vanguard of green energy storage
Socomec will be exhibiting at the Electrical Energy Storage trade fair in Munich to present its know-how and its stationary and mobile energy storage solutions. The company's recent technological and commercial successes testify to the importance of its offering. |
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30/04/2019 |
French Navy's new frigate "Alsace" equipped with Socomec UPS
The French Navy has just launched a new military frigate. The vessel has been named ALSACE and is equipped with electrical safety equipment made by Socomec. |
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24/04/2019 |
Socomec opens its FabLab
Socomec has launched its FabLab, a venue open equally to the company's innovation teams and employees as well as to external users (higher education institutions, students, start-ups, etc.). This new collaborative approach aims to promote experimentation and knowledge sharing, particularly in the fields of digital technology and robotics. This will be a new place to discover, learn and innovate. |
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13/03/2019 |
Hybrid power plants: electrifying isolated villages
The electrification of African countries is becoming increasingly vital – not only to serve basic human needs but also to access commercial and developmental opportunities. As electricity demand is growing, the use of diesel generators – a previously popular but expensive solution - is proving insufficient to meet this underserved population’s evolving daily needs. |
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13/03/2019 |
Successful preliminary trials for the installation of a resilient microgrid in the Lérins Islands
Socomec has successfully completed its preliminary tests for the installation of a microgrid on the Lérins Islands. Trials conducted on EDF's Concept Grid platform confirm the reliability of one of the key projects of the Nice Smart Valley consortium. It is another step towards an energy transition that supports the efficiency of the electricity grid at the local level. |
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07/01/2019 |
Socomec obtains MASE certification
Socomec has obtained MASE certification (Manuel d'Amélioration Sécurité Santé Environnement des Entreprises*) for its customer service call-outs. The Group is thus committed to constantly improving its Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance. |
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26/11/2018 |
Socomec and Saft deliver state-of-the-art backup power system for Total’s supercomputer environment
Socomec innovative hot-swappable uninterruptible power supply (UPS) integrates highperformance Saft lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries and enable Total to protect the operations of its High Performance Computer (HPC) data center. |
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06/11/2018 |
Socomec partners the Build & Connect conference
On 28 and 29 November, Strasbourg will be hosting the third edition of the Build & Connect conference. Socomec, a sponsor of the event since its first edition, will present its innovative solutions in sustainable energy storage. |
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29/10/2018 |
Socomec’s Energy Storage Solution in REIDS
Socomec’s energy storage solution participates in the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore’s (NTU Singapore) Renewable Energy Integration Demonstrator Singapore (REIDS) on the offshore island of Semakau Landfill. |
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03/08/2018 |
Socomec India Lauded for ‘Energy Efficiency’ at DCD Best in India Awards 2018
Socomec, a leading global specialist of Power Conversion, Power Switching and Power monitoring products, felicitated with the Finalist Award certification under “Energy Efficiency Improvers” category at the Data Center Dynamics (DCD) Best in India awards. |
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26/07/2018 |
POWER CONTINUITY Ltd Chooses Socomec as strategic partner for their World leading Global Automotive Clients
Power Continuity Ltd Design builds & installs world class fully automatic critical power protection systems. When Power Continuity required a maximum efficiency Static Switch with the most reliable track record in the industry for their major Global Automotive Clients, they looked long and hard at the STS options available in 2018 from a number of manufacturers. |
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09/07/2018 |
Socomec buys Canadian company Powersmiths
Socomec announces the acquisition of the Canadian company Powersmiths International. After the acquisition of the American CCS in November 2017, the Alsace-based Group is consolidating its positioning in North America. |
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04/07/2018 |
Socomec Launches ‘ALWAYS ON’ Brand campaign to Strengthen its Market Leading Position in the Transfer Switching Industry
Socomec, a leading global manufacturer of power control, availability and safety equipment, announced the launch of ALWAYS ON brand campaign in India, to drive energy availability and efficiency through its Transfer Switching Equipments (TSE). The company has over 96 years of experience in designing and producing TSE that helps keep customers’ power Always On with reliability, safety, in a cost-effective manner. |
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27/06/2018 |
Socomec’s Energy Storage Solution wins award in Munich
Socomec’s Sunsys PCS² IM energy storage solution wins the Electrical Energy Storage (EES) award at the Smarter E Europe / Intersolar trade fair in Munich. |
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11/06/2018 |
Socomec’s “green” approach
For the third year running, Socomec is organising its Green Week from 11-15 June. On the agenda: ideas, practices and individual and collective tips to better protect the environment. Here's a quick look at the green approach of the company and its employees. |
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08/06/2018 |
Socomec signs partnership with Humanist Library of Sélestat
On 8 June 2018, Socomec signed a partnership agreement with the Humanist Library of Sélestat, listed in UNESCO's Memory of the World Register. |
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22/05/2018 |
Socomec makes it mark on NL Contest
Socomec recently took part in the NL Contest urban festival that was held in Strasbourg on 18-20 May. We take a look back at a lively commitment to the local street art scene. |
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27/04/2018 |
Best Global Compact communication
On 23 April Socomec was awarded the Global Compact Best Communications Award (France) in its category. The jury particularly appreciated "the Group's commitment in Alsace." |
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27/04/2018 |
Socomec strengthens its ties with INSA
On 23 April 2018, Socomec renewed its partnership with INSA Strasbourg. The Group has even become a sponsor of the 2017-2020 intake of electrical engineering students. |
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15/01/2018 |
Socomec passes the 500 million euro milestone
In 2017, Socomec posted turnover of €504.8 million, representing a 5% increase compared to 2016. For the first time, the Group has crossed the half-billion euro mark €504.8 million sales revenue in 2017. |
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10/01/2018 |
Socomec MEDYS: an expertise in securing the availability of energy in healthcare facilities.
In 2006, Socomec won an initial contract with the University Hospitals Trust of Strasbourg for a hospital bay at the New Civil Hospital, one of the Trust’s 6 hospital sites. |
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21/12/2017 |
Socomec at the forefront of the Nice Smart Valley pilot project
Ivan Steyert, CEO of the Socomec Group participated in the inauguration of the showroom of the Nice Smart Valley pilot project on 20 December, in the presence of Christian Estrosi, Mayor of Nice and President of the Nice Côte d'Azur metropolis, and Philippe Monloubou, Chairman of the Enedis Board of Directors. |
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09/11/2017 |
Socomec consolidates its presence in the US
Socomec announce the acquisition of US-based company Continental Control Systems (CCS), a specialist in measurement equipment for energy management. The Alsace-based Group is thus consolidating its presence in North America, particularly in the coveted energy efficiency market. |
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18/09/2017 |
Behind the scenes: Socomec tech powering a super-sized shopping experience in China
Socomec’s automatic transfer switching technology is powering a new super-mall in China |
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15/09/2017 |
Socomec ATyS Bypass technology guarantees power availability at the home of rugby - Twickenham Stadium
Socomec ATyS Bypass transfer switching technology systems guarantee power availability for stadium systems and essential broadcast equipment at the home of English rugby - Twichenham. |
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09/09/2017 |
Socomec in the Top 4% of the best suppliers worldwide according to rating agency EcoVadis
Socomec now figures in the top 4% of the 21,000 companies evaluated by the first worldwide collaborative platform for rating the sustainable development performance of member companies. |
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13/06/2017 |
Socomec joins CEA Tech for Industry 4.0
SOCOMEC joins the CEA’s FFLOR (Future Factory @ Lorraine) platform located at the PSA Group’s plant in Trémery-Metz (Moselle), showing its intention to take part in the new generation of Industry 4.0. |
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02/05/2017 |
Power-Up: Socomec’s increased power factor delivers 12% more active power, in a proven and robust solution.
Socomec’s Delphys MP Elite+, from 80 to 200 kVA, is now available with an increased power factor of PF0.9 – for 12% more active power. |
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03/04/2017 |
DIRIS Q800: a groundbreaking solution in the field of network analysis
The DIRIS Q800 network analyser, an extremely comprehensive and user-friendly solution, boasts an unparalleled level of quality compared to other analysers on the European market and is IEC 62586-2 Class A certified. |
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27/03/2017 |
Ensuring the high-performance switching with Socomec’s ATyS d H
A subsidiary of China Telecom – the largest telecommunications operator in China – Dongguan Telecom is a leading national internet and mobile network service provider. |
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01/03/2017 |
Huttenheim manufacturing site obtains ISO 50001 certification
The Socomec Group’s manufacturing site in Huttenheim (Alsace) has obtained ISO 50001 certification for its energy efficiency management system. Objective: to reduce the site’s energy consumption and its greenhouse gas emissions. |
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28/02/2017 |
COUNTIS E: communicate via Ethernet with Socomec's new energy metres
Multiple communications, MID measurements, compactness, higher-charge currents...When looking at the entire range of COUNTIS E smart metres currently offered by Socomec, it is clear that wide-scope performance goes hand in hand with easy use. |
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27/01/2017 |
Socomec joins the European “Interflex” project
Socomec has joined the European consortium Interflex, furthering its participation in the development of tomorrow’s smart grids. |
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23/01/2017 |
Review of the energy storage situation
What is the situation regarding the crucial question of energy storage? The answer was provided during a conference held at Socomec, organised by the Energy Environment Technical Association (ATEE) of Alsace. |
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16/01/2017 |
Socomec Li-Ion UPS technology at JSR Micro N.V.
The Li-Ion Capacitor UPS – Socomec’s innovative lithium-ion capacitor-based UPS solution - protects JSR Micro N.V.’s chemical process installation and compressed air production system from frequent outages. |
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24/11/2016 |
Socomec at Build and Connect symposium
Socomec is a partner of the Build and Connect symposium that was held on 22 and 23 November 2016 in Strasbourg. Pioneering technologies and practices in the sustainable building sector were the keynote issues on the agenda. |
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17/10/2016 |
Socomec shines at the 2nd Hacking Industry Camp
The 2nd Hacking Industry Camp was held on 14-16 October at the INSA Institute in Strasbourg. 3 projects presented by Socomec staff received awards. |
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30/09/2016 |
Socomec’s energy storage conversion system successfully tested at Enel’s research centre in Livorno, Italy
Socomec SUNSYS PCS² energy storage conversion system judged “outstanding” by global power business, Enel, following a rigorous test programme. |
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26/09/2016 |
Socomec Group participates in Full Link Technology
Socomec Group is taking a significant participation in Full Link Technology to strengthen his UPS operation in Hong Kong. |
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19/09/2016 |
Socomec sponsors Street art
A huge, colourful artwork is to be reproduced on one of the large outer walls of Socomec’s industrial buildings in Benfeld, Alsace. At the end of September it will be on view from the nearby D1083 trunk road… |
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20/08/2016 |
Utilities Performance merges with the Socomec Group’s services company E’nergys
The French-based Utilities Performance (Up) Group, specialists in energy management and water cycles in industry and local authorities has merged with E'nergys, the Socomec Group’s services branch. |
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20/07/2016 |
Socomec commits to stronger relations with its suppliers
By signing the “Responsible Supplier Relations” charter Socomec intends to strengthen the relations of trust it has established over the years with its suppliers. |
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29/06/2016 |
Socomec commits to job initiatives for young graduates
Socomec becomes a partner of the "Nos Quartiers ont du Talent" Association (Our Neighbourhoods Have Talent Association). Company employees will now be able to help young graduates from modest backgrounds in their first steps towards professional life. |
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20/06/2016 |
Socomec gets "Gold Rating" from EcoVadis
After signing up to EcoVadis in 2014, Socomec now figures in the top 5% of the 21,000 companies evaluated by the first worlwide collaborative platform for rating the sustainable development performance of member companies. |
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17/06/2016 |
Socomec wins Smart Awards 2016 prize
Socomec has been awarded the “Smart Award Export” Innovation Prize at the Smart Energies Paris 2016 exhibition that was held last 31 May – 1 June.
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24/05/2016 |
Socomec delivers 20 energy storage systems to US intelligent energy leader Stem
Leading European manufacturer of energy storage solutions, Socomec, launches UL certified systems in the USA. |
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03/05/2016 |
Socomec places power and energy performance at the heart of rail transport
As a highly dynamic sector and with a drive for sustainable development, rail transport is undergoing massive changes. With its expertise and solutions, Socomec is helping rail transport professionals to meet tomorrow’s challenges: to secure rapidly increasing traffic, to modernise networks while reducing operating costs, and to optimise energy consumption. |
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22/04/2016 |
Socomec joins the KM0 Locomotives club
Socomec has joined the KM0 Locomotives club in Mulhouse, strengthening its industrial commitment to the digital transformation underpinning the energy transition. |
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14/04/2016 |
Socomec supports “Industry of the Future” candidacy of French Tech Alsace
Together with other large manufacturing groups in Alsace, Socomec is supporting the new application of French Tech Alsace based on the “Industry of the Future” |
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11/04/2016 |
Socomec gets “Alsace Excellence” label
Socomec joins the exclusive club of companies bearing the “Alsace Excellence” label. Following its assessment audit, the company has received recognition of its managerial, social and environmental qualities. |
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03/03/2016 |
Socomec to exhibit at “Hannover Messe”, the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology from 25-29 April 2016
Since its foundation more than 90 years ago, Socomec today continues to design and manufacture cutting-edge products and solutions for the availability, control and safety of low voltage electrical networks. As an independent manufacturer, the Group is committed to constant innovation to improve the energy performance of electrical facilities. |
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18/01/2016 |
New service provision from Socomec - UPS equipment rental in less than four hours
Need an immediate and temporary solution for high quality electrical supply without interruption? Socomec now offers a simple, no-nonsense UPS rental service. And shipped in less than four hours. |
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15/01/2016 |
Ultimate protection: Socomec inspection packages for mission critical and life safety applications
Integrated power specialist, Socomec, has created an inspection package for its range of ATyS switches, offering the ultimate protection for an organisation’s critical assets, infrastructure and people. |
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09/01/2016 |
New range of scalable UPS up to 1.2 MW from SOCOMEC, entirely designed and manufactured in Europe
A leader in the development and manufacture of large integrated UPS systems (Uninterruptible Power Supplies), SOCOMEC is proud to present several new scalable and energy-efficient solutions. The equipment combines the advantages of the Green Power 2.0 technology and the flexibility of a modular system. |
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08/01/2016 |
Socomec receives Frost & Sullivan Award 2015 for its technological leadership in its UPS equipment
For the eighth time since 2003, Frost & Sullivan has again awarded Socomec for the excellence of its technology implemented in their UPS equipment. The prize is given based on a comparison of the leading UPS manufacturers around the world. |
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19/12/2015 |
Socomec starts on a new wave of corporate sponsorship with the Unterlinden Museum in Colmar
The sponsorship will help support building extension work aimed at doubling the exhibition space to better accommodate the museum's 200,000 annual visitors.… |
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16/12/2015 |
Pioneering energy storage system successfully supports district isolated from mains electricity for a record 5 hours
Following a test period over several months on “Concept Grid” - EDF R&D’s1 experimental platform in Seine-et-Marne - teams from French distribution system operator ERDF2 and power conversion specialists, SOCOMEC, have successfully validated the islanding of an entire district for periods up to a record 5 hours. |
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02/12/2015 |
Socomec “lights up” the Champs Elysées!
Socomec solar inverters will be playing their part in illuminating the famous Champs Elysées as part of the COP21 United Nations conference on climate change. In keeping with the aims of the conference, IKEA entrusted independent solar power company Générale du Solaire with the design and production of two PV facilities for the Champs Elysées intersection. |
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19/11/2015 |
With its new testing laboratory, the 'Tesla Power Lab', Socomec increases its expertise and expands its range of services
Socomec has just opened its new, extended testing laboratory. Named 'Tesla Power Lab', this technological platform of nearly 2000m² has the resources to carry out the most comprehensive tests, certifying the quality of products designed and manufactured by the company, including electrical, mechanical, climatic and functional tests. |
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10/07/2015 |
Socomec celebrates 15 years of the Global Compact to which the company has been committed since 2003
In 2000, further to an initiative of Mr Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the UNO, 46 companies laid the groundwork for a Global Compact which committed them to respecting 10 principles relating to human rights, and to international standards governing employment, the environment and the fight against corruption. |
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30/06/2015 |
2014 results: activity levels stabilised despite a complex macroeconomic situation
Despite ongoing complexities on the world economy, Socomec has announced relative stability in respect of its 2014 sales revenues. These amounted to €428 million, a slight decline of 2% compared to 2013, of which 0.3% is due solely to exchange rate factors. As in 2013, the economic slowdown has affected the entire profession. |
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18/06/2015 |
Secure power supplies and energy efficiency : a choice of offerings for medical facilities
With a strong international presence and expertise in power control and safety for equipment and persons, Socomec offers effective support to medical facilities for improving energy management or extending their electrical infrastructure. It’s a product and solution offering that really makes the difference... |
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22/05/2015 |
ITYS PRO: the UPS range that combines high performance and cost-effectiveness from 10 to 20 kVA
Designed for server rooms, the service sector, infrastructure, the healthcare sector and light industrial applications, ITYS PRO is the latest innovative UPS solution designed and produced by Socomec. |
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22/04/2015 |
SOCOMEC and JSR MICRO NV announce the launch of a lithium-ion-capacitor based UPS
SOCOMEC and JSR Micro N.V. announce the launch of a lithium-ion-capacitor based UPS as a result of a joint collaboration effort. |
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14/04/2015 |
LINK-UPS, a 24/7 remote monitoring service that keeps mission-critical UPS equipment connected to Socomec’s technical service centre
Critical infrastructure makes use of UPS systems to ensure service continuity. |
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25/03/2015 |
The SOCOMEC ATYS range: remote control or automatic transfer switches from 40 to 6300 A
To meet demand for power supply availability, SOCOMEC has extended its ATYS range of transfer switches, the worldwide benchmark in integrated power switching. |
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24/03/2015 |
SUNSYS OSIS: the complete outdoor solution for medium power PV plants
Parking areas, roofs on farm, industrial and commercial buildings … There are many sorts of surfaces that can be used for installing medium power PV plant (from 100 to 250 kWc).. |
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16/03/2015 |
Socomec to exhibit at the Hannover Messe, the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology from the 13-17 April 2015
Socomec, innovative specialists in the control, availability and safety of low voltage electrical networks will be present at the Hannover trade fair to showcase its solutions for improving the energy performance of industrial facilities. |
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18/02/2015 |
SOCOMEC launches new modular, scalable UPS solution: DELPHYS Xtend GP
Market leader in the development and manufacture of large integrated critical power systems - SOCOMEC - has launched the latest addition to its range of energy efficient Green Power 2.0 modular UPS solutions – the DELPHYS Xtend GP |
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15/01/2015 |
Socomec delivers its third energy storage unit for the Nice Grid, a European pilot project for a smart solar-power district
At the end of 2014, Socomec delivered right on schedule its third and final energy storage unit (106 kWh) for the Nice Grid pilot project. |
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10/01/2015 |
Protection for UK rail infrastructure on track with Socomec technology
British railway stations King's Cross and London Bridge, the Manchester Metrolink ... such prestigious project references just keep steaming in for Socomec, and show that the developments made by the company in recent years in the transport infrastructure sector have been well targeted. |
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09/01/2015 |
Socomec to present latest HVAC solutions for the ultimate in energy efficiency and reliability.
Integrated power specialist, Socomec, presents the latest developments in switching and protection for heating, ventilation and air conditioning at AHR Expo, 26 – 28 January, Chicago. |
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08/01/2015 |
MODULYS GP “Green Power 2.0”: a new modular solution completes the Socomec Critical Power offering
Privately owned European UPS manufacturer, Socomec, further strengthens its market-leading position with the launch of the new MODULYS GP solution. |
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14/11/2014 |
Socomec and the Energivie Cluster organise the first European summit in Strasbourg on the role of the building sector within the energy transition
The Energivie Summit, the first international symposium on the role to be played by the building sector in the energy transition was recently held in Strasbourg. Organised on the initiative of the Alsace Energivie Competitiveness Cluster (with Socomec holding a seat on the board of directors), the summit met all expectations, attracting nearly 1,000 international participants who came for exchanges and debate on the 3-5 November focusing on the trends that will impact the construction and renovation of tomorrow’s buildings. |
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24/10/2014 |
A Powerful Partnership: Socomec joins forces with the Data Centre Alliance
Leading integrated power solutions provider – Socomec – has joined forces with the Data Centre Alliance (DCA). Together with this international industry association, Socomec will work to represent the interests of the data centre infrastructure sector in order to address the critical issues of today - and tomorrow. |
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15/10/2014 |
“Company of the Year 2014” - Frost & Sullivan recognises SOCOMEC for its excellence in terms of innovation and providing solutions adapted to market requirements
"Company of the Year"… Each year in a variety of key markets, consultants Frost & Sullivan award this prize to companies that have demonstrated their capacity to develop and implement an ambitious strategy for growth. |
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29/08/2014 |
VERTELIS SUITE : new design and features for SOCOMEC’s energy management software
SOCOMEC is proud to announce the latest version of its VERTELIS software offering dedicated to energy management in buildings, industry and infrastructures of all types. |
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18/06/2014 |
2014: DIRIS Digiware sparks a revolution in electrical measurement
Twenty years after shaking up the electrical measurement market with the DIRIS system, the first multi-measurement solution, SOCOMEC is once again leading the way with its latest technological innovation: DIRIS Digiware, a totally modular and flexible energy measurement and monitoring system |
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11/04/2014 |
SUNSYS PCS2: the solution for smart integration of PV energy in electrical grids
Matching intermittent energy sources (solar or wind power) with fluctuating demand is a major obstacle for smart grids. Socomec is facing up to this challenge by offering a system that converts and stores the renewable energy produced and compensates the intermittent nature of the energy source. |
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16/03/2014 |
A first in Africa: Socomec supplies a hybrid power plant for the Total Foundation in Malawi
The Total Foundation has recently set up Malawi’s first hybrid power plant in a remote location of the country. The plant features a solution developed by Socomec for off-grid sites, i.e. sites that have zero or only limited coverage by the public grid. |
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10/02/2014 |
Socomec gets involved in a European Commission “UPS” pilot project – an acknowledgement of environmental commitment
The Socomec Group, a pioneering manufacturer of UPS systems in France is part of a consortium that has been selected by the European Commission to draw up specific guidelines for measuring the environmental performance of UPS machines throughout their lifecycle. |
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10/02/2014 |
The SOCOMEC ATYS range: new motorised & automatic changeover switches from 125 to 3200 A
To meet increasing demand for power supply availability, SOCOMEC has decided to renew its ATYS range of motorised changeover switches, the worldwide benchmark in integrated power switching. The latest range covers ratings from 125 to 3200 A and comprises five models providing different functions and allowing various switching contexts such as network-to-network, network-to-genset and genset-to-genset. |
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10/02/2014 |
Delphys Green Power 2.0 UPS: remains operational even after earthquake
Many critical infrastructures such as data centers, hospitals and emergency services have to remain operational under all circumstances, even after an earthquake. And needless to say, their continued electrical supply is absolutely vital. |
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10/01/2014 |
Performance Plus : Socomec has teamed up with Panduit and Stulz to provide a single source of solutions for use in data centers
Three complementary specialists share their expertise to offer data centers the latest technological advances for meeting evolving requirements in terms of electrical supply, cooling systems and infrastructure. |
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09/01/2014 |
DIRIS A17: the new compact multifunction meter
To meet requirements for integrating equipment in electrical cabinets, Socomec now offers a more compact multifunction meter in a 72 x 72 mm format. Designed for monitoring and energy management applications in low and high voltage installations, the DIRIS A17 can be easily integrated in any type of electrical cabinet configuration. |
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12/12/2013 |
SOCOMEC unveils a tempting offer for data centers
Service continuity, the safety of the power supply and the cost of energy are all critical issues for a data center. |
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14/11/2013 |
COUNTIS E with communication option: the new active and reactive energy meters from SOCOMEC
To meet requirements for managing energy costs via closer monitoring of consumption, SOCOMEC has completed its range of COUNTIS E energy meters with models comprising Modbus or M-Bus communication for ratings of 32 A, 63 A and 80 A. |
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16/09/2013 |
Socomec launches LINK-UPS: a 24/7 worry-free service protecting business continuity
Integrated power solutions market leader, SOCOMEC, has launched a remote monitoring service , LINK-UPS, designed to provide IT and Facilities Managers with 24/7 support to ensure the ongoing performance, efficiency and safety of their critical infrastructure and to mitigate against costly downtime. |
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03/06/2013 |
Socomec wins Frost & Sullivan 2013 UPS award. The company is recognised for delivering unparalleled quality, innovation and customization.
Based on its recent research on the uninterrupted power supply (UPS) market, Frost & Sullivan presents Socomec with the 2013 European Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Differentiation Excellence. |
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24/04/2013 |
Socomec introduces the new 250 and 500 kW UPS to extend DELPHYS Green Power 2.0
Socomec continues to set the pace with its comprehensive range of Green Power 2.0 UPS solutions. |
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13/03/2013 |
Launch of the new socomec.com website
Socomec has launched a new version of its socomec.com website. The site has undergone a major facelift, allowing web visitors to discover our key markets, our applications and our products via a single and simplified access. |
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01/01/2013 |
Energy performance target for the SOCOMEC Group
Continuing to focus on ambitious profitable growth, SOCOMEC has recently redefined its development strategy: from being a product specialist, the company is now set on becoming a solutions specialist for expert applications. |
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31/10/2012 |
Bernard Steyert, 2012 Fond’Action Special Jury prize-winner
Bernard Steyert, the grandson of Socomec founder Joseph Siat, has been awarded the Fond'Action Alsace Special Jury Prize. The award was officially made at the CREF (Centre de Rencontres d’Echange et de Formation) in Colmar on the 26 October, under the patronage of Philippe Richert, President of the Alsace Regional Council. |
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26/09/2012 |
Non-stop energy at home and at work: the new elegant Socomec UPS systems
Socomec UPS introduces its new 600 VA to 3.3 kVA UPS systems to the international market, designed to ensure electrical continuity at home and in the office for critical IT applications. |
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09/04/2012 |
Socomec Green Power UPS range recognized as industry-leading innovation by Frost & Sullivan for high energy efficiency and cost savings
Socomec UPS has beaten the competition once again to win a prestigious Frost & Sullivan Product Innovation 2011 - for its comprehensive range of Green Power UPS solutions. |
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03/04/2012 |
Socomec Green Power 2.0 – the very latest development in future-proof, energy efficient critical power.
Socomec, independent French UPS manufacturer, reinforces its market-leading position with the launch of the new Green Power 2.0 UPS developed in response to evolving customer needs |
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28/02/2012 |
Socomec’s Smart Power – On tour!
New rapid response containerised critical power solution - coming to a location near you. |
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21/07/2011 |
Socomec UPS presents GREEN POWER: the unique 3-level power protection
Socomec UPS, leader in power solutions for critical applications, has completed the 10 to 400 kVA GREEN POWER range, the first and only one with innovative 3-level technology inside. |
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12/07/2011 |
Renato Fratta is the new Managing Director UPS Division
The UPS Division of Socomec Group has a new Managing Director: Renato Fratta, who is already the Chairman of Socomec UPS Italy. |
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05/07/2011 |
Socomec Group announces excellent financial results with 23% growth in 2010
The Socomec Group, which specialises in the development manufacture and marketing of control and quality of power supplies serving electrical networks, has issued its financial results for 2010. – The business has achieved a turnover of 383 million Euros, 23% growth on the previous year’s figures. |
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29/06/2011 |
The Data Center Experience is coming - a new way of making news on the world of data centres
Socomec UPS, IBM Deutschland, Stulz, Equinix and Dr. Braun Consultants are inviting the IT world to the Data Center Experience, an itinerant seminar on the technical aspects of solutions for the creation and management of state-of-the-art data centres. |
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08/06/2011 |
Socomec UPS presents the BHC system: long life for UPS batteries
Socomec UPS, a leader in power supply solutions for critical applications, has designed and developed BHC (Battery Health Check), an advanced stand-alone system for monitoring UPS batteries. |
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19/05/2011 |
Socomec UPS and IBM team up for a dedicated Data Centre European roadshow
Socomec UPS, a leading company in supplying critical applications with electricity, will be present at every stage of the IBM PMDC European Road Show 2011. The event focuses on the very latest developments in data centre technology and IBM's 'Portable Modular Data Center', which features the Statys and Netys solutions from Socomec UPS. |
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04/04/2011 |
Socomec UPS Supports the European Data Centre Code of Conduct
Socomec UPS has been officially listed as Endorser of the European Data Centre Code of Conduct by the European Commission. This recognition confirms our commitment to the development of technologically green solutions characterised by high energy efficiency. |
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31/03/2011 |
Socomec wins The "Family-owned and Sole Proprietor Companies Award"
Ivan Steyert recently received the “Family-owned and Sole Proprietor Companies Award” from the hands of Erik Orsenna of the French Academy, during an official ceremony held last 30th March in the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry, with Christine Lagarde, Minister for Economy, Finance and Industry as guest of honour. |
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22/03/2011 |
CeBIT 2011 Socomec Group steals the show with its data centre technologies
It is Europe's largest technology show, widely regarded as the technological event of the year and one of the most influential IT expos in the world. CeBIT celebrated its 25th anniversary with a 2011 edition that was an unprecedented success, hinting at a recovery in the market or at least a renewed interest in innovation, following the lull of recent years. |
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03/12/2010 |
GREEN POWER UPS now available in 320 and 400 kVA Units
Delphys Green Power UPS range for market-leading efficiency combined with maximum availability |
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21/07/2010 |
Socomec is expanding in Romania.
The Socomec group - a leader in Europe and in the world in the availability, control and safety of low-voltage electrical energy - has recently purchased Power System Rom (PSR). |
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05/07/2010 |
Socomec to participate in the Shanghai Universal Exhibition
Established already for nearly fifteen years in China, Socomec is taking advantage of the tremendous international showcase offered by the Shanghai Universal Exhibition to promote its industrial and commercial development in this country. |
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24/05/2010 |
Socodata: new eco-sustainable tools that support specialists
The quality and optimisation of technical communication with customers and sector specialists are two of Socomec UPS’s primary goals. |
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27/04/2010 |
Solar technology laboratory installed at the Socomec Group’s Italian plant
The Socomec UPS Italia plant was recently fitted with a photovoltaic (PV) unit which seems to be a genuine solar technology laboratory. |
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23/03/2010 |
Ivan Steyert nominated chairman of Socomec
Ivan Steyert, great-grandson of the company founder, was unanimously voted Chairman of Socomec (industrial switchgear and UPS) by the Shareholder Board of Directors on Tuesday 23rd March. |
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20/03/2010 |
Rack & ICT networking: customised solutions
Socomec UPS is becoming a driving force in the Networking ICT field as it can provide complete energy solutions inside an IT rack cabinet. |
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15/03/2010 |
Socomec UPS announced that it is the recipient of the “2009 European Energy & Power Systems Product Line Strategy Award” by Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan Acknowledges Socomec’s Remarkable Uninterrupted Power Supply System Product Lines |
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12/02/2010 |
2010: a green future, starting today
In declaring ourselves a green company at the start of the new millennium, we were not simply making a public commitment to respect and value the environment. |
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06/11/2009 |
Socomec UPS ISO 14001 certified
The Socomec UPS Division has recently received the ISO 14001 certification for its Huttenheim production site based in Alsace, France. |
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26/09/2008 |
40th years of success Socomec UPS
The Socomec Group’s UPS Division recently celebrated its 40th anniversary in the presence ofBernard Steyert, founder of the Division and today Chairman of the Socomec Group. |
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15/09/2008 |
Socomec commits to CoC
Socomec UPS is taking firm steps to protect the climate by helping devise and signing up to the European Code of Conduct (CoC) on the efficiency of uninterruptible power systems. |
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27/08/2008 |
Socomec launches New Statys STS
Maximum performance for an STS |
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06/08/2008 |
Socomec UPS Participates 2008 Summer Olympic Games
Socomec UPS China is happy to announce the Beijing Olympic Committee has chosen Socomec UPS for the following events... |
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30/07/2008 |
Energy from rotation - the Socomec Flywheel
Now, a new way of protecting loads from power supply failures |
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02/10/2007 |
SHARYS IP
Multi-purpose Rectifiers from Socomec UPS |
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12/09/2007 |
ITYS
A new entry that will scale the charts |
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16/07/2007 |
ATyS M changeover switch
the fully integrated ATS solution |
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30/06/2007 |
SIRCO M Load break switch
Modular universal switches |
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12/03/2007 |
A new logo for new ambitions
Socomec is changing its logo. |
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05/06/2006 |
Socomec Sicon UPS and Pentadyne enter agreement
to integrate environmentally-friendly Flywheel Systems |
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18/05/2006 |
No-Break Power Systems for the 2006 Football World Cup
Socomec Sicon UPS selected to provide the protection at the Allianz Arena stadium in Munich |
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02/02/2006 |
DELPHYS MP
60 to 200 kVA UPS's to protect your Data Centres |
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