Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res image for web use or a 300dpi print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk/apwepd_uk High power 32A and remotely managed Power Distribution Units Released 13 December 2004 APW Enclosure Solutions has extended its range of PDUs with the addition of 12 way 32A high power standard and intelligent units and 8 and 12 way 16A intelligent versions, all available with either French, German or UK socket outlets. The 32A versions have been introduced in response to the increasing power densities in server racks, where, in many applications such as data centres and server farms, the traditional PDU, plugged into the normal ring main and thereby limited to a maximum of 13A total load, is no longer an adequate method of powering the entire rack. On the standard versions, all outputs power up or down simultaneously. The intelligent versions are Web, Telnet and SNMP enabled via APW's Active Rak Controller, which provides the management functionality and network interface capability. Each output in addressable, allowing the network manager remotely to monitor and manage the power input to any single server at will. They also provide sequential power up and down, minimising total inrush current into the enclosure. All units are fitted with multiple fixing options consisting of slide-out 19" brackets in the end caps, brackets that can be used for recessed or vertical mounting and integral cage nut retainers, enabling the units to be mounted anywhere in an enclosure without the need for additional fixings. *** Ends: body copy 219 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information: Thierry Besnier APW Enclosure Solutions Electron Way Chandlers Ford Hants SO53 4ZR tel: + 44 (0)23 8026 6300 fax:+ 44 (0)23 8026 5126 thierry.besnier@apw.com www.apw.com/enclosuresolutions Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Communications Limited Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 nigel.may@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk APW is a recognized leader in the design, manufacture and integration of electronic products on a global basis. APW has core competencies in both product and system design, precision sheet metal fabrication, electrical and mechanical integration and thermal management solutions. APW not only provides design and manufacturing services for OEMs but also standard product solutions for customers in markets such as telecommunications, data communications, semiconductor manufacturing, medical, ATM, industrial and military. APW operates in 17 locations throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.