Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, and ZincFive®, the world leader in nickel-zinc [NiZn] battery-based solutions for immediate power applications, announced the addition of the ZincFive BC Series uninterruptible power supply [UPS] Battery Cabinets to Vertiv’s portfolio of battery systems for data centre backup power. The nickel-zinc batteries, known for their safety and recyclability, are compatible with select large and medium Vertiv™ UPS systems, including the newly launched Vertiv™ Trinergy.
This addition aligns with Vertiv’s commitment to helping customers reduce the environmental footprint of their data centre sites with this sustainable power Solution for Data Centers. The ZincFive BC Series UPS Battery Cabinets are now available from Vertiv in North America and the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions.
The BC Series UPS Battery Cabinets from ZincFive mark the first nickel-zinc battery energy storage solution with backward and forward compatibility for megawatt-class UPS. The series boasts the smallest footprint in the industry compared to VRLA and Lithium-Ion batteries, along with minimal maintenance requirements. NiZn chemistry ensures reliable operation, with battery strings remaining conductive even when cells are weak or depleted. A study by Boundless Impact, commissioned by ZincFive, highlighted that ZincFive’s NiZn batteries have a significantly lower end-to-end environmental impact than lead-acid and lithium batteries, validated by third-party expert analysis.
Tim Hysell, ZincFive’s CEO and co-founder, emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation through its nickel-zinc battery technology. He noted that the BC Series meets the evolving demands of data centres today and in the future, aligning with the industry’s increasing focus on sustainability. ZincFive aims to minimize carbon emissions and operational expenses without compromising safety or performance.
Milind Paranjape, Vertiv’s senior director of Energy Storage, stated that the collaboration aims to enable reliable and efficient data centres globally, enhancing access to data while reducing waste and improving energy efficiency. Vertiv has already deployed ZincFive products at several major data centre sites.
Paranjape also mentioned that the technology addresses challenges posed by local Authorities Having Jurisdiction [AHJs] regarding National Fire Protection Association [NFPA] standards and the International Fire Code [IFC].
