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Vertiv Unveils Next-Gen UPS for High-Capacity AI Power Needs Globally
Global electricity demand from data centers is projected to double by 2026, driven mainly by computing and cooling needs for AI and HPC applications. To ensure the continuous availability of GPUs and CPUs powering AI computations, robust backup power solutions are crucial. Vertiv has introduced Vertiv Trinergy, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed to manage fluctuating load demands in data centers.
Additionally, Vertiv PowerNexus offers an integrated UPS and system switchgear solution, optimizing space efficiency. Both solutions are now available worldwide.
Vertiv Trinergy UPS is offered globally in capacities of 1500, 2000, and 2500 kVA. Vertiv claims that Trinergy surpasses Tier IV data center power chain availability expectations, with a projected uptime of 99.9999998% compared to the industry standard of 99.9994%. This translates to 30 seconds of downtime in ten years for Trinergy, versus eight hours expected for Tier IV systems.
The UPS enhances resilience through extended backup configurations and a self-isolating core design. Its modular architecture features 500kW physically segregated cores, each containing essential UPS components (inverter, rectifier, booster/charger, and controls), ensuring uninterrupted power delivery even during maintenance.
"High-capacity power in a highly reliable system design is critical for data-intensive AI and HPC applications," stated Kyle Keeper, SVP of the power management global business unit at Vertiv. "Leveraging over 40 years of innovation, Vertiv Trinergy UPS offers the resilience essential for operations to become future-ready and to support AI loads. It delivers the flexibility required to adapt to various AI applications and is designed to integrate seamlessly with different prime and backup power sources, lithium-ion and nickel-zinc batteries, and alternative distributed energy sources, including fuel cells and long-duration batteries (BESS)."
Vertiv Trinergy integrates modularity throughout its UPS architecture, accommodating various deployment needs with a compact footprint that reduces maintenance costs. This design minimizes space requirements and simplifies power distribution by consolidating connections into a single point, reducing the need for multiple cables, flanges, bus ducts, and switchgear connections.
When combined with Vertiv PowerBoard Switchgear in the Vertiv PowerNexus solution, Trinergy further optimizes its footprint by integrating into a single block with internal busbars. This integration not only cuts down on cabling materials and installation time but also offers flexibility in deployment options—from onsite integration to power skids or enclosures. Factory integration of Vertiv EPMS (energy and power monitoring system) enhances system reliability and operability by reducing interconnections and increasing visibility.
Vertiv Trinergy achieves impressive double conversion efficiency up to 97.1%, reaching up to 99% in Dynamic Online mode. This efficiency lowers operating costs and energy dissipation, reducing overall total cost of ownership (TCO) and accelerating return on investment. Additionally, features like Dynamic Grid Support enable the UPS to participate in demand management and grid services, potentially generating cost savings and revenue.
The UPS supports continuous operation from a DC source even at full load, thanks to enhanced booster functionality. Compatibility with Vertiv DynaFlex Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilitates alternative energy use for backup or primary power, aligning with sustainable energy strategies and contributing to decarbonization efforts. This transition away from diesel generators can also reduce mean time to repair (MTTR), improving operational efficiency and reliability.