Simplified integration

Discover how Vertiv connected their UPS System with PROFIBUS PLCs without disrupting legacy infrastructure.

Vertiv is a global leader in designing, building, and servicing critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities. They offer technology infrastructure solutions ranging from edge to cloud, including liquid cooling options for data centers, micro data center solutions, complete power management, thermal management, prefabricated modular solutions, and continuity services. Connectivity challenges Vertiv encountered some

Connectivity challenges

when they needed to integrate their Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system, which operated on a serial protocol, with PROFIBUS Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs).

The objectives were clear:

1. Seamless communication: Enable efficient communication and control between the UPS system and the Profibus PLCs.
   
2. Preserve legacy infrastructure: Achieve integration without disrupting the existing setup.

Solving communication issues

Even though Vertiv is a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, sometimes problems are easier to solve with a helping hand. As a result, Vertiv turned to HMS Networks, who recommended the Anybus Communicator – Serial Master to PROFIBUS Gateway. Here’s how it addressed their needs:

• Protocol conversion: The Anybus Gateway connected the UPS’ serial protocol with the PROFIBUS PLC, ensuring compatibility and future scalability.
  
• Intuitive installation and configuration: Easy installation and setup through an intuitive interface minimized downtime, reduced integration costs and improved operational efficiency and Return on Investment (ROI) .
  
• Robust performance: Reliable operation enhanced system reliability and streamlined operations.

Conclusion

The successful integration of Vertiv’s UPS system with PROFIBUS PLCs demonstrates the critical role of advanced gateways in modern industrial environments. The Anybus Communicator – Serial Master to PROFIBUS gateway provided a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solution, overcoming communication challenges and enhancing operational performance and adaptability

Vertiv’s legacy UPS system.

Experience the ease of use of Anybus Communicators for yourself!

In the Anybus Product Emulator you can browse the Anybus Communicators intuitive user interface to get a look and feel of the configuration interface. It’s even possible to prepare configurations files without any product connected to your computer. 

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Learn more at www.hms-networks.com/anybus and www.vertiv.com/en-us