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When Natures Power Leads to Outages: Getting Ahead

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:55:02 +0000

From gusty winds to flooding rains, nature’s power can get in the way of our electrical power. How do you stay connected when natural disasters make it impossible to rely on the grid? Power Up’s solutions are an investment you can make now to prepare for the future.

Potential Outages On The Rise

It’s easy to take electricity for granted, but bad weather has a way of showing us how fragile the power grid really is. A gust of wind or an icy night can wipe power lines and impact internet connection. Due to the effects of climate change, the frequency of severe storms is already on the rise. It’s time to get ahead of the problem before it gets worse.

Severe weather impacts every region of the United States. No area is immune, whether it’s hurricanes, snow storms, wildfires, or another hazard. Everyone needs to be prepared for the increasingly common threat of power outages. Research from the National Library of Medicine shows that storms are responsible for 83% of large-scale (affecting at least 50,000 people) power outages in the US.

One severe storm can have major ripple effects on your community. It takes time to rebuild downed power lines and repair damaged infrastructure. Even after the immediate threat of a storm passes, the recovery period can take weeks or even months. In the interim, you need to have a way to ensure your community has power.

Protect Your Community with Portable Power

Whether it’s equipping rescue teams or helping civilians recharge and reconnect, emergency power is essential. So, how can you get your neighborhood back on the grid? Portable solar charging solutions are the answer.

Powered by the sun, our Solar Charging Trailer will provide power whenever, wherever you need it––even if the grid is down. Civilians and customers can use the trailer’s outlets to recharge their phones and get in contact with loved ones. Your organization can power up communication equipment, or anything else you need for emergency response efforts.

The trailer itself can be a valuable emergency communication tool. With two 55” outdoor-rated screens, you can quickly share information with a wide audience. You can even stream Bluetooth audio and broadcast announcements.

Together, we can weather any storm. Contact us today and our team will be happy to help you find the right charging equipment for your business or organization.

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SOLAR-POWERED CHARGING TRAILER BRINGS TECH TO THE FIELD

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 21:39:20 +0000

---Greg Goins, Ph.D., gives a demonstration on the solar-powered charging trailer acquired by College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences research division at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. “It’s the ultimate classroom, but it’s small enough that we can move it anywhere in Greensboro, or go to heavily agricultural regions of the state,” he said.

EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Nov. 1, 2023) – Growers, researchers and community members no longer have to leave their tech behind during field demonstrations or community outreach sessions at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

A new portable charging trailer, customized for the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences research division, can run presentations, access the internet, charge phones and other electronics, even play Bluetooth radio.

“Today’s agricultural world is digitally connected,” said Greg Goins, Ph.D., CAES associate dean for research. “The importance of connecting researchers to Cooperative Extension, students, and farmers cannot be overstated. This solar charging trailer allows us to work beyond the physical space at a pace consistent with the rest of everyday life – even when we’re in the field.”

The trailer is equipped with two 55-inch outdoor-rated screens, a 400-watt audio system, 10 USB ports and an HD media player for displaying both photo and video content. It can stream Bluetooth audio and can charge more than 60 cell phones simultaneously. The trailer is heated and cooled, and with 700 watts of solar power on the roof and 1260 amp/hour of battery storage, there is more than enough power to stream and charge all day.

Tour the trailer: https://youtu.be/vtRoRCILB8I

“This trailer is another example of our college’s participation in digital agriculture and artificial intelligence technologies on the farm,” Goins said. “In 21^st century agriculture, we have charging capabilities for our cell phones and drones, and full video capability to offer presentations in the field.”

Users do not have to go inside the trailer to charge; they can use one of two external charging tables, each with its own solar panels to keep its USB and wireless pads, for charging cell phones power, charged.

“It’s the ultimate classroom, but it’s small enough that we can move it anywhere in Greensboro, or go down east, where there’s less broadband but more agriculture,” said Goins. “It’s portable power on wheels. It’s a momentous day for North Carolina A&T.”

By Dustin Chandler / 11/01/2023 College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences

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POWER UP™ to Host Seminar and Showcase Latest Technology at 65th Annual IAEM Conference and EMEX

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 22:08:15 +0000

We will exhibit our latest innovations at booth 711 and present speaking session on solutions for keeping devices powered during a disasterWe recently announced that our co-founder, Ryan Doak, will present a seminar on innovations for keeping personal devices powered up during a disaster at the 2017 IAEM Conference and Emergency Management & Homeland Security Expo, scheduled for November 10-15 in Long Beach, California. Doak's session will focus on innovative technology to keep personal cellphones, laptops, tablets and more powered up during an emergency or natural disaster. "The POWER UP team is excited to take part in the IAEM Conference and EMEX 2017 where attendees have such a wealth of knowledge and experience in the emergency management industry. I am pleased to have the opportunity to discuss POWER UP's insights on providing personal device charging technology when a natural disaster strikes, and to share our experience in emergency response efforts to keep those affected connected to those whom matter most," said Doak. In addition, at booth 711, we will showcase its cutting-edge, premium charging tables and products designed to help those in need connect with those who matter most during emergencies and natural disasters. POWER UP's exhibit will demonstrate how implementing its innovative charging technology can enhance emergency readiness, aid in disaster relief and keep victims and responders connected during critical moments of need. Doak's speaking session is slated for 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Hosted by the International Association of Emergency Managers, the annual conference will attract more than 2,000 emergency management professionals from both government and private sectors. Attendees spanning from first responders and healthcare professionals to homeland security officials, disaster planners and more, will participate in the five day training and educational event focused on emergency preparedness and management. In conjunction with the IAEM conference, the Emergency Management & Homeland Security Expo (EMEX) will allow exhibitors to demonstrate technological products and services for disaster preparedness and relief. Through seminars by leading industry speakers, training and networking sessions and the EMEX showcase, IAEM attendees will share best practices, skillsets and solutions to make positive advancements in the disaster management industry. POWER UP's charging technology has been used to aid disaster relief in New York City following hurricane Sandy in 2012, during Houston, Texas's 2015 flood and after hurricane Irma left millions without power in Florida earlier this year. Looking to further assist in the relief of natural disasters by expanding its array of charging capabilities, POWER UP is also incorporating a fleet of solar-powered charging trailers that house 150 charging ports. Learn more about POWER UP™ and our charging technology here. Learn more about the 2017 IAEM Conference and EMEX and its seminars, or download the IAEM mobile app. To schedule a booth visit or interview with POWER UP executives, please contact Heather Andrews at handrews@dprgroup.com.