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C&C Power Pre-Approval for OSHPD Seismic Certification

Paul Blake · Dec 6, 2021 ·

C&C Power is pleased to announce it has achieved HCAI, Special Seismic Certification Pre-Approval under OSP-0720 for the State of California, for our state-of-the-art Battery Cabinets Solutions (BC43, BC55 and UBC80).

C&C Power core group of engineers embarked on an extensive journey to design and build one of the safest battery cabinet solutions on the market today. C&C Power’s line of battery cabinet products can withstand any major seismic event and will remain intact and functional post such an event.

With this news, C&C Power is independently certified (as required by code) to supply BC43, BC55 and UBC80 Battery Cabinet Enclosures for any mission critical infrastructure such as 911 call center, hospital facilities, or any other healthcare sector in the state of California.

HCAI, is the California Department of Health Care Access and Information one of the departments within the California Health and Human Services Agency, administers programs such as certification of equipment’s ability to survive an earthquake and be functional immediately following the design seismic event.

Specifications:

SDS (Design spectral response acceleration at short period, g) =2.0

Ip (Importance factor) =1.5

C&C Power Patents

Paul Blake · May 22, 2023 ·

The US Patent Office (USPTO) has granted C&C Power 18 patents with two patents pending in the field all related to power distrubution and power monitoring for DC and AC product lines. C&C Power has offered new state-of-the-art technologies for the past 30 years and we are extremely proud to bring innovation to the power distribution industry. C&C Power goal is to eliminate human error in the field and to create the safest power distrubution equipment on the market today.

C&C Power patents are one of a kind with unique technological advances, here are some examples. C&C Power has received a patent for Automatic Maintenance Bypass, where the bypass has innovative design that eliminates user error though a microprocessor logic-driven controller. C&C Power has multiple patents in tier- battery cabinet design, multiple patents in DC power distrubution and in battery system management. C&C Power also is a proud holder of a patent for Batt-Safe II, an only UL listed Battery Float current monitor for Thermal Runaway protection of battery systems. C&C Power is striving to be the company of innovation and safety.

https://patents.justia.com/assignee/c-c-power-inc

C&C Power HCAI Seismic Certification- UPS Maintenance Bypass

Paul Blake · Jan 5, 2023 ·

C&C Power is pleased to announce it has achieved HCAI, Special Seismic Certification Pre-Approval under

OSP-0754 for the State of California, for our state-of-the-art UPS Maintenance Bypass Cabinets (90880, 90881,90821,90820)

C&C Power core group of engineers embarked on an extensive journey to design and build one of the safest UPS Maintenance Bypass Cabinets on the market today. C&C Power’s line of UPS Maintenance Bypass products can withstand any major seismic event and will remain intact and functional post such an event.

With this news, C&C Power is independently certified (as required by code) to provide UPS Maintenance Bypass Cabinets (90880, 90881,90821,90820) to any mission critical facility in the state of California.

For more information please visit: https://hcai.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/OSP-0754.pdf

IFS to Improve Manufacturing and Field Service

Paul Blake · Feb 3, 2021 ·

C&C Power identified that it was on a burning ERP platform that was getting in the way of being able to make essential business changes. With much research and hours of execution and training, the IFS ERP is now fully implemented.

We manufacture, install, and service battery systems, UPS peripherals, switchgear, and telecommunications equipment used in data centers and other critical power applications around the world. Therefore providing the essential infrastructure that must operate 24/7 to its demanding customer base which includes fortune 100 companies along with data centers, telecommunication companies, and government agencies.

IFS ERP C&C Power improves manufacturing and field service

In addition, we are an engineer-to-order and configure-to-order manufacturer. We also provide aftermarket service for backup power products such as battery cabinets or battery racks, UPS systems and maintenance bypasses. Other products include landing boxes, battery monitoring, telecom, commander plus controllers, and integrated distribution systems.

Since 2019, we have been working hard to reduce order turn time and complete battery replacements and other field service work with our internal team of technicians and external contractors. We found ourselves on a burning enterprise resource planning (ERP) software platform. It was supplemented by third-party report writing and quality management software. A change was definitely needed!

Our forecasts were limited and typically only project-based with configuration changes. Our low volume, high-mix, highly configured products are specific to each customer. Customers still expect fast turn times, due in part to customer specification approvals, lean supply chains, and expect quick delivery. So, we needed an ERP system to help us better plan inventory, labor, and accommodate customer changes.

IFS ERP

An extensive search for the right ERP was underway and a final decision was made to proceed with IFS. We want to be able to provide excellent customer service, ship quality products, and make sure we have uninterrupted access to the system. The IFS MRP functionality was up to the challenge.

The new IFS ERP is much more efficient at handling midstream changes, the system has also enabled C&C Power, Inc. to reduce the cost of the average change order by several percentage points. We are relying on the service management functionality in their IFS ERP solution to increase technician utilization rate and improve the customer experience on annual maintenance contracts, warranty work, battery change-outs, and break-fix repair.

With the IFS ERP solution and its MRP capabilities now in place, we were able to address efficiency across manufacturing and field service operations. The benefits are already being felt by employees and customers alike. Operations are now streamlined to help the company address issues quicker and significantly improve the customer experience.

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Metal Fabrication Shop

Paul Blake · Jan 19, 2021 ·

Announcing C&C Power’s metal fabrication shop! C&C Power is now manufacturing specific and precise metal fabrication pieces to speed up production and increase available stock. Industries such as data centers, power distribution, critical facilities, healthcare, government, and many more rely on specific power products to complete a stable and reliable power system.

Our fabrication shop is fully equipped to make this happen. C&C Power uses the latest in technology to achieve precision and accuracy in each product. Our team has the experience and the equipment to handle a wide variety of projects.

Metal Fabrication Equipment

Punching and Laser Cutting Machine

The AMADA EML 2515 AJ is the most popular punch and fiber laser combination machine of its kind. Combined with our auto sheet feeder allows for LIGHTS OUT operation.

Metal Press Brake

The AMADA HG – ATC press brake machines offer automation of tool setup and angle accuracy adjustment by batch tool layout for multiple part types. Sheet followers provide one-man operation of sheets up to 10’.

Welding System

The WELDPRO 360 Mig Welding Boom is part of an advanced welding machine system that offers total coverage of welding area. It offers flexibility in allowing for un-tethered rotation.

Inverter Controlled Spot Welding

The ID40IV HP NT provides Class A welding performance with PC Controller for quick setup and precise fabrication control along with microcomputer controller. It features the latest inverter spot welding technology that is capable of consistently producing high-quality, sparkless welding.

PEM Insertion Machine

The Pemserter Series4 metal pressing machine is totally pneumatic providing short cycle time for increased productivity. It is designed to install self-clinching fasteners in steel and aluminum panels or circuit boards.

Metal Fabrication

We are increasing stock for the fastest production times in the industry.

C&C Power’s mission for the metal fabrication shop is focused on increased demands, precision, pricing, and process. Our goals are to bend and punch metal to product specifications at the fastest turnaround time possible. Our comprehensive team is producing high-quality metal fabrication in-house at the most affordable price. We understand that turnaround time is very important to our customers and we work to make deadlines a priority.