Richmond, VA – 2/22/2007 - Power Distribution Inc (PDI) today announced the release of a new method to incorporate the PDI Branch Circuit Monitoring System (BCMS) into a new or existing data center. The J Comm BCMS system fits under the raised floor and will monitor current, voltage, and other power related measures for up to 168 branch breakers. The compact design of this new innovation make it easy to install and will help data center managers track and control the power usage in all distribution equipment. PDI’s patented BCMS system is at the heart of this system – BCMS is used to monitor each individual circuit branch breaker and prevent overloading any of these circuits.
The J Comm system has two BCMS communication boards and interface modules for either split core or solid core current transformers. With the J Comm system installed under the floor, you will also have either a Modbus or SNMP connection to your building management system. About Power Distribution Inc. Founded in 1978, PDI is a privately held, Virginia based, company that is a leading provider of power distribution equipment and services. Principle products include Static Switches, Power Distribution Units, Remote Power Panels, Redundant Power Systems, Harmonic Cancellation technology, and Branch Circuit Monitoring Systems.
The BCMS product is an option available with the other distribution products, or it can be provided for retrofit in equipment already owned by the customer.
