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Energy technology company, Schneider Electric has restated its commitment to working with the relevant authorities in Nigeria to advance the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in the areas of quality education and decent work and economic growth.

Country President, Schneider Electric, West Africa, Ajibola Akindele, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to expanding learning opportunities when the company unveiled a multimodal centre at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny Island, Rivers State, designed to ease commuting challenges and provide students with convenient access to examination facilities.

The centre represents Schneider Electric’s proactive response to a critical educational need in Nigeria and underscores the company’s commitment to SDGs.

“At Schneider Electric, access to education is one of our top priorities because no child should be left behind. As a global energy technology leader driving efficiency and sustainability across industries, businesses, and homes, we wanted to bring that same spirit to Bonny Island. What began as a JAMB centre has grown into a multi-testing facility, providing students with convenient access to examination facilities and creating meaningful opportunities for the community. At Schneider Electric, we are committed to making a lasting impact,” Akindele said.

The initiative further strengthens Schneider Electric’s 25-year legacy of partnership, innovation, and sustainable development in the country. By providing access to essential testing and training facilities, the centre empowers young people in Bonny Island and supports pathways to education, skills development, and employment.

Expressing gratitude on behalf of the community, Se Alabo Abel Adafe Attoni, Community Leader, Bonny Island, highlighted how the centre eliminates costly and time-consuming travel to Port Harcourt, as well as the security risks associated with such journeys. “The benefits cannot be quantified. Presently, travelling from Bonny by sea costs around twenty thousand naira excluding accommodation. For families, this centre has brought peace of mind. We are grateful to Schneider

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Electric for taking up this initiative and to his majesty the king for ensuring this community responsibility was fulfilled. This centre sets us above most communities in Rivers State,” he said.

Marketing Manager, Schneider Electric West Africa, Omobolanle Omotayo, spoke on the challenges students face and how the centre helps address them.

“Students have multiple challenges, and we have solved one of them by creating the multimodal centre. For every level of education, you must be tested, and it is easy for students to hit a roadblock and give up. With this facility, they can write their tests and exams conveniently and progress to other institutions. We aim to inspire, and we hope this centre shows them what is possible,” she explained.

Acting Rector, Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Dr Akos Noel Ibrahim, described the centre as a catalyst for improving the quality of training in the polytechnic.

 “This centre elevates the standard of teaching by helping our students and staff stay current with industry trends. With the internet facilities, we can install study packages and other resources that give our students the leverage to compete globally. Through this centre, we are already receiving partnership requests from examination bodies to further strengthen the polytechnic,” he said.

On energy stability at the facility, Ajibola added: “The power infrastructure is being provided largely by NLNG, and for us, it is ensuring uninterrupted energy supply. Schneider Electric has provided a backup system to guarantee consistent electricity.”

Schneider Electric continues to demonstrate that true innovation goes beyond products and technologies to include co-creating sustainable, community focused solutions that shape brighter futures.

The company said it is driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies.

Closed industrial automation systems are quietly eroding competitiveness, costing mid-sized organizations an average of 7.5per cent of their revenue through downtime, inefficiencies, and compliance retrofits every year, according to a new report released yesterday.

The new global research which was unveiled by Schneider Electric, the leader in energy technology, was titled: “Open vs. Closed: The $11.28 million Question for Industrial Leaders.”

The research, conducted by Global Analysts firm Omdia, highlights how these costs stem from operational inefficiencies, downtime, compliance retrofits, and delayed production, issues often masked by the perceived reliability of legacy automation systems.

For large enterprises, losses average $45.18 million, while smaller manufacturers face even steeper proportional impacts, losing up to 25 per cent of annual revenue.

Traditional, hardware-defined automation systems, built for static environments, struggle to meet today’s dynamic industrial demands. Their rigidity turns routine updates into costly technical projects, while proprietary architectures limit data access, reducing visibility and responsiveness.

At the core of the challenge is hardware complexity. Most companies operate across 2 to 10+ distinct platforms, each with unique maintenance needs. This fragmentation drives vendor dependency; 30% of issues require specialized support, and this strains workforce efficiency due to niche technical expertise required at a time when companies are facing workforce and skills shortages. Siloed systems also hinder predictive maintenance and fast issue resolution, leading to costly downtime and lost productivity. These inefficiencies scale across operations, limiting agility.

The research underscores an urgent need for transformation. Open, software-defined automation offers a scalable, future-ready solution that modernizes legacy systems, accelerates ROI, and strengthens industrial competitiveness and resilience.

By decoupling software from hardware, manufacturers gain the flexibility to integrate multi-vendor systems, adapt quickly to market shifts, produce small batches efficiently, and close engineering skill gaps. Real-time data becomes actionable, driving smarter decisions, boosting productivity, and reducing costs at scale.

Schneider Electric customers are already realizing these benefits. Many begin with pilot projects or asset-level trials, then expand to full-plant or multi-site deployments, unlocking full data ownership, improved quality control, and greater cost transparency, while protecting existing investments.

Executive Vice President, Industrial Automation, Schneider Electric, Gwenaëlle Avice Huet, said the research is an echo of the feedback from customers.

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 “This research echoes what our customers tell us every day: industrial systems must adapt as fast as their markets. It’s particularly encouraging that smaller enterprises, the backbone of our economy, stand to gain the most in annual savings that can be reinvested in innovation and growth. Open, software-defined automation is a proven solution that empowers industrial players of all sizes build resilience, drive innovation, and thrive amid rapidly shifting consumer demands, regulatory pressure and market volatility,” Huet said.

The report noted that key cost areas break down into four critical parts, annually. These are $6.1million in Operational Agility & Resilience losses. Inflexible hardware systems hinder responsiveness to market shifts, as 77.4per cent require physical modifications for functionality updates, while multiple vendor platforms create integration complexity. Modification costs range from $25K–$50K per hour, rising to $250K/hour for $1B+ companies.

Another cost element is $2.28million in Optimization & Efficiency costs. Maintenance burdens, downtime, and talent gaps as hardware complexity drives operational inefficiencies. Companies manage 2-10 different industrial systems on average; 29per cent deploy 10+ hardware platforms, each with unique management requirements.

There is also the $1.2million in Preventable Quality Failure and Costly Data maintenance. Proprietary systems create data silos and limit integration. Only 28per cent of companies access real-time insights; half report that 20–39per cent of critical data isn’t available in real time.

Finally, there is $1.7million in Sustainability & Compliance Costs. Regulatory changes demand costly hardware retrofits, driving up compliance expenses.

Principal analyst, Omdia, Anna Ahrens, added: “In response to mounting pressures, industrial leaders are deploying tactical solutions to sustain their core priorities of growth, competitiveness, and trust. In a world where product lifecycles shrink, supply chains fracture, and talent gaps widen, agility and flexibility aren’t optional. They are survival. Every quarter a business delays addressing the cost of closed automation ecosystems is another $1million+ in lost value: the money that could be reinvested in growth and innovation.”

It also showed that rigid infrastructure slows response, adding that 77per cent of systems need physical updates; fragmented platforms increase complexity and delay action.

Open, software-defined automation offers a way forward by decoupling software from hardware; it enables faster decisions, real-time insights, and competitive resilience.

As part of its global commitment to youth education and entrepreneurship, the Schneider Electric Foundation has provided industry-specific training equipment to the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), situated in the Imo State. The initiative aims to equip students with practical, energy-related technical skills aligned with global industry standards.

The donation is part of Schneider Electric’s broader Access to Education training programme in West Africa, which has seen the company’s surpassing its goal of training one million people in energy management by 2025, a cornerstone of its commitment to inclusive energy transition and youth empowerment.

It also follows a similar donation earlier this year to three technical colleges, the Government Technical College Agidingbi, Government Technical College Ikotun, and Government Technical College Ikorodu which form part of the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB).

At FUTO, students in electrical and engineering fields will now have access to customized didactic benches covering domestic wiring and industrial motor starter applications. These benches provide hands-on training opportunities that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world industry practice.

 “On behalf of the Electrical Engineering Department at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, we extend our sincere appreciation to the Schneider Electric Foundation for their generous donation of Didactic training bench equipment.

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 “This contribution is helping bridge the gap between theoretical instruction and industrial practice, significantly enhancing the hands-on learning experience for our students and technical personnel,” HOD, Electrical Engineering Department at FUTO, Prof Matthew Olubiwe, said.

Schneider Electric Foundation Delegate for West Africa, Funmilayo Olakitan, said: “Universities play a critical role in developing Nigeria’s future workforce. By partnering with FUTO, we are ensuring that students gain exposure to the same tools and technologies used in today’s energy industry. This positions them not only for local employment but also for global competitiveness.”

The strategic partnership with FUTO also expands the Schneider Electric Foundation’s footprint beyond Lagos into eastern Nigeria. With universities offering longer, more comprehensive programmes of study, Schneider Electric sees FUTO as a vital partner in shaping engineers and entrepreneurs who will drive the energy transition.

Alongside the equipment, Schneider Electric also facilitated intensive training for the university instructors.

“Our vision is not simply to donate equipment, but to invest in the future of Nigerian youth, by embedding industry knowledge into education, we are empowering the next generation to take their place in the continent’s energy transition,” Olakitan said.  

Schneider Electric has urged companies in Nigeria that are always under pressure to improve reliability while managing energy usage to embrace innovative products to deliver cost-effective products to customers.

Offer Manager, Power Products at Schneider Electric West Africa, Opeyemi Olaniyan who spoke during the launch of the TeSys Deca Advanced contactor 115A and 150A for 3Pole and 200A for 4P to its channel partners in West Africa, said the new TeSys Deca Advanced was developed with the evolving needs of West African industries in mind, where uptime, resilience, and efficient deployment are critical.

Olaniyan said: “Whether it’s mining operations in Nigeria, food and beverage manufacturing in Ghana, or water treatment facilities across the region, industrial operators are under pressure to improve reliability while managing energy usage. The TeSys Deca Advanced offers an intelligent and robust motor control solution that responds directly to those challenges.”

Equipped with wide-band coil technology, the TeSys Deca Advanced can accommodate voltage fluctuations between 24V to 500V AC/DC, making it well-suited for environments with variable power supply. It complies with the latest IEC 60947-4-1 standard and supports motor categories AC3, AC3(e), and AC4 without requiring derating at operating voltages of 380V or 480V.

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“Whether it’s mining operations in Nigeria, food and beverage manufacturing in Ghana, or water treatment facilities across the region, industrial operators are under pressure to improve reliability while managing energy usage. The TeSys Deca Advanced offers an intelligent and robust motor control solution that responds directly to those challenges,” Olaniyan said, adding that the solution supports reduced energy consumption by offering 10per cent less main power dissipation, 50per cent coil inrush saving, 20per cent reduction in width, lowers CO₂ emissions, and low operational costs, helping industries meet both performance and sustainability goals.

The TeSys Deca Advanced is ideally suited for use in harsh and demanding applications such as mining, water and wastewater management (WWW), HVAC systems, packaging lines, hoisting equipment, and elevator systems.

Its three-layer ergonomic design simplifies installation and maintenance by making wiring more visible and accessible, a significant benefit where technical resources may be limited.

The contactor is designed with Everlink technology, a Schneider Electric patented power connection system designed to ensure secure, durable, and maintenance-free electrical connections, especially in demanding industrial environments. The one-click connection technology can reduce installation time by up to 75per cent and the direct PLC control capability helps streamline inventory and selection processes, reducing complexity by up to 80per cent and supporting leaner operations.

“The TeSys Deca Advanced is a digital-ready solution that enables predictive maintenance through real-time diagnostics. This means businesses can anticipate issues before they occur, an important differentiator when avoiding unplanned downtime and increasing equipment lifespan,” Olaniyan added.

By supporting smarter motor control and real-time insights, the solution plays an important role in helping West African industries become more connected, efficient, and sustainable.

“Schneider Electric’s focus in the region is to support our customers with solutions that are not only robust and reliable but also aligned with global sustainability goals. The TeSys Deca Advanced is another step forward in delivering that promise,” Opeyemi added.

Schneider Electric said it is streamlining the process of designing, deploying, and operating advanced, artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure with its new reference designs.

Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Schneider Electric, Jim Simonelli, who spoke when the company announced new reference designs developed with NVIDIA, said the development significantly accelerate time to deployment and aid operators as they adopt AI-ready infrastructure solutions.

He said: “Schneider Electric is streamlining the process of designing, deploying, and operating advanced, AI infrastructure with its new reference designs.

 “Our latest reference designs, featuring integrated power management and liquid cooling controls, are future-ready, scalable, and co-engineered with NVIDIA for real-world applications — enabling data center operators to keep pace with surging demand for AI.”

Also speaking, Director of Data Center Engineering at NVIDIA, Scott Wallace, said the industry is entering a new era of accelerated computing, where integrated intelligence across power, cooling and operations will redefine data center architectures.

 “We are entering a new era of accelerated computing, where integrated intelligence across power, cooling and operations will redefine data center architectures.

 “With its latest controls reference design, Schneider Electric connects critical infrastructure data with NVIDIA Mission Control, delivering a rigorously validated blueprint that enables AI factory digital twins and empowers operators to optimize advanced accelerated computing infrastructure,” he said.

The first reference design delivers the industry’s first and only critical framework for integrated power management and liquid cooling control systems, including Motivair by Schneider Electric liquid cooling technologies, and enables seamless management of complex AI infrastructure components.

It includes interoperability with NVIDIA Mission Control — NVIDIA’s AI factory operations and orchestration software, including cluster and workload management features. The control systems reference design can also be utilized with Schneider Electric’s data center reference designs for NVIDIA Grace Blackwell systems, enabling operators to keep pace with the latest advancements in accelerated computing, with seamless control of their power and liquid cooling systems.

The second reference design focuses on the deployment of AI infrastructure for AI factories of up to 142 kW per rack, specifically NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 racks, in a single data hall. Created to provide a framework for the next-generation NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra architecture, the reference design includes information on four technical areas: facility power, facility cooling, IT space and lifecycle software. The design is available under configurations for both the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards.

The first controls reference design can also be utilized with Schneider Electric’s data center reference designs for NVIDIA Grace Blackwell systems — enabling operators to keep pace with the latest advancements in accelerated computing, while having seamless control of their power and liquid cooling systems.

As AI advances, today’s data center operators rely on reference design frameworks to overcome the speed and deployment challenges of high-density, GPU-accelerated AI clusters. By providing validated, proven, and documented data center physical infrastructure designs, Schneider Electric enables operators globally to design and incorporate next-generation power and liquid cooling controls infrastructure before the newest AI infrastructure solutions even arrive, while optimizing for cost, efficiency, and reliability. Schneider Electric’s fully engineered reference designs are laying the foundation for the latest AI factories, empowering data center operators to not only meet the moment but to be ready before it even happens.

With plug-and-play’ end-to-end controls system, the groundbreaking controls reference design connects edge devices and facility controls for energy management and liquid cooling across NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 and NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 deployments leveraging NVIDIA Mission Control. Using a “plug-and-play” architecture based on the MQTT protocol, it bridges operational technology (OT) infrastructure and information technology (IT) systems, allowing operators to, for the first time, harness data from every layer to optimize performance.

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With a focus on seamless interoperability between building and AI infrastructure management software, the controls reference design establishes redundant systems for power and cooling, and introduces new guidance for measuring AI rack power profiles. Ultimately, it ensures the highest standards of uptime, reliability and peak performance for AI deployments by enabling precise, real-time management of critical power and cooling resources.

The result is an end-to-end controls system that offers a standardized format interface publishing power management and liquid cooling controls data for consumption by local applications and upstream data consumers and tools, including AI infrastructure management software, digital twins, AI/ML and other enterprise systems; controls architecture designed to manage redundancy across cooling and power distribution infrastructure, including coolant distribution units (CDUs) and remote power panels (RPPs), ensuring resiliency in both white and grey space environments; new guidance for measuring AI rack power profiles, with a focus on rack peak power and power quality monitoring.

Schneider Electric’s reference design for NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 supports the deployment of NVIDIA GB300 NVL72- based clusters with a maximum rack density of 142kW, such as NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD with DGX GB300 systems. The data hall is purpose-built and optimized to host three NVIDIA GB300 NVL72- based clusters powered by up to 1,152 GPUs using liquid-to-liquid CDUs and high temperature chillers.

The reference design also includes Schneider Electric’s industry-leading ETAP and EcoStruxure IT Design CFD models, allowing users to leverage digital twins to simulate specific power and cooling scenarios to optimize designs on unique applications. It builds upon a previous blueprint for the NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 as Schneider Electric continues to collaborate with NVIDIA to provide fully engineered, tested models in anticipation of the new NVIDIA GB300 NVL72 platform.

The reference designs unveiled continue Schneider Electric’s long-established collaboration with NVIDIA to meet the data center industry’s most pressing AI demands. In addition to these new reference designs, Schneider Electric has developed nine AI reference designs for various scenarios including prefabricated modules, retrofit data centers, and AI infrastructure purpose built for NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 and NVIDIA GB300 NVL72-based clusters.

Schneider Electric also applies comprehensive, real-world engineering on each of its reference designs-demonstrating a continuous commitment to developing the industry’s most advanced, energy efficient and resilient, high performance data center architectures.

Deployment of the right innovative products will promote safety, digitization and efficiency in power management, Schneider Electric, said at the weekend.

The company spoke during the unveiling of its flagship MasterPacT MTZ Active circuit breaker, a digital solution it said sets new benchmarks in safety, efficiency, connectivity, and sustainability, helping industries overcome modern energy challenges and ensure business continuity.

Offer Manager, Power Products at Schneider Electric West Africa, Opeyemi Olaniyan, said: “Power availability and reliability remain a pressing issue across many sectors in West Africa; from smaller manufacturing to large-scale industrial complexes.

“The MasterPacT MTZ Active is purpose-built for today’s electrified and digitised environment, where uptime is essential and energy management has become increasingly complex. As local industries integrate alternative power sources to supplement grid supply, the need for intelligent circuit protection becomes paramount.

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“The MTZ Active’s MicroLogic control unit, for example, provides vital, real-time data, enabling facilities to manage load fluctuations and restore power faster after outages.”

The MTZ Active features fully integrated wireless communication, allowing the circuit breaker to connect seamlessly via Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC), Zigbee, and even cloud gateways.

“Unlike traditional systems that require wired infrastructure, this breaker can communicate wirelessly – through the Zigbee communication protocol, making it ideal for decentralised environments or facilities upgrading legacy systems,” Olaniyan said, adding that the wireless capability not only simplifies installation and reduces costs but also enables remote monitoring through Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure IoT architecture or third-party platforms.

The MTZ Active prioritises safety through its Energy Reduction Maintenance Setting (ERMS), a built-in feature designed to protect against arc flash hazards. “Maintenance personnel can now work with more confidence and reduced risk, thanks to the integrated safety protocol,” Olaniyan added.

In the event of a trip, users can quickly scan the industry-first QR code on the LCD display to diagnose the issue and take informed action, reducing downtime and improving operational agility.

One of the most valuable features to West African businesses is the MTZ Active’s retrofit compatibility. Existing MasterPacT NT/NW installations can be upgraded simply by replacing the trip unit with the MicroLogic Active, without modifying the switchboard or footprint.

“This extends equipment life while keeping costs and waste downtime. It’s a key benefit for customers looking to modernise without replacing entire systems,” Olaniyan said, stating that the MTZ Active product has also been designed with circularity in mind, the components can be refurbished and reused with full Schneider Electric certification.

According to the global leader in energy management and automation, the MTZ Active key technical features include rated current: Up to 6300 A, suitable for high-demand applications; energy reduction maintenance Setting (ERMS) – enhances arc flash protection during live maintenance; microLogic Active control which acts as the “brain” of the breaker, enabling real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and protection settings; class 0.5per cent current measurement and accuracy; dual port for Modbus TCP/IP allowing seamless connectivity between devices in industrial environment; and modular design – allows for easy upgrades with digital modules and firmware updates.

Others are QR code identification – speeds up fault diagnostics and maintenance response times; compliance with UL 489, ANSI C37, and IEC standards for global compatibility; and  EcoStruxure-ready – fully compatible with Schneider Electric’s IoT-enabled architecture for smart energy management.

As part of its global commitment to youth education and entrepreneurship, the Schneider Electric Foundation has provided industry-specific training equipment in the energy field to three centres under the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB) in Nigeria.

The donation also forms part of an initiative from Schneider Electric in Nigeria to equip youth in West Africa with practical technical skills in the energy landscape that match global industry standards.

The three beneficiary institutions, the Government Technical College Agidingbi, Government Technical College Ikotun, and Government Technical College Ikorodu, have each received customised didactic benches which include domestic wiring and industrial motor starter benches.

 The donated equipment supports students in years one to three, particularly those focused on electrical and engineering studies. The didactic benches are also suitable for training across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical and industrial automation.

In Lagos, the project specifically aims to embed real-world experience into the school curriculum by introducing students to the same technology and tools used in industry today.  It aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in electrical and industrial engineering.

The LASTVEB equipment donation also forms part of Schneider Electric’s global ambition to train one million youths by 2025, helping to foster entrepreneurship and equip them for employment in today’s industrial landscape.

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Executive Secretary at LASTVEB, Moronke Azeez, said: “We express our appreciation to the Schneider Electric Foundation for its support and commitment to technical education through its generous donation. Not only did they assist in providing equipment, but they also conducted two weeks intensive training for seventeen electrical instructors on domestic and industrial installations.

“This collaboration has empowered our instructors, giving them the confidence and practical skills necessary to train students in industry-relevant competencies.”

Schneider Electric Foundation Delegate for West Africa, Funmilayo Olakitan, said:  “The equipment provides students with technical expertise to put what they are taught in theory, to practice.  Our goal is to bring the industry into the classroom, and ensure students are better prepared for real-life challenges in the electrical and engineering sectors.”

Schneider Electric engineers have also recently conducted a week-long “train-the-trainer” session, ensuring that instructors across the three colleges are fully equipped to use the benches effectively. Ongoing refresher training will also be provided as needed.

Producing goods of high quality at affordable prices is one of the ways companies can weather the storm of competition from the likes of China and India, Schneider Electric has said.

Offer Manager, Power Products at Schneider Electric West Africa, Opeyemi Olaniyan, who spoke when Schneider Electric announced the availability of the GoPact Moulded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) and the GoPact Manual Transfer Switch (MTS) to the West African region.

“GoPact is crucial to the West African market because of the value it brings to our distribution channel and their customers. It is an affordable offering, which helps us compete with low-cost brands from India and China which have entered the marketplace quite aggressively.

The GoPact MCCB and GoPact MTS form part of Schneider Electric’s entry-level market offering which comprises cost-effective electrical products that offer robustness and simplicity without compromising on the company’s quality assurance.

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The products are suited to a variety of simple and non-critical applications such as low- to medium-density commercial buildings, cluster housing complexes, retail stores, mini-sub applications, and other non-critical industry applications.

“While our premium products mainly focus on large projects and critical buildings, Schneider Electric’s GoPact products can be used for loose component fittings in less critical applications. It fits well in non-type tested enclosures, making it easier to sell in markets with more affordable panels.

“Another important value proposition of the GoPact MCCB for example is the adjustable trip unit, which allows for flexibility in application. It can handle various electrical faults, such as short circuits and overloads, while offering basic selectivity, with the second braking mechanism reducing fault current twice to enhance its suitability for minimal selectivity. Additionally, the GoPact MCCB comes in 3P3D and 4P4D, with all the phases protected,” Olaniyan said.

For GoPact MTS, it includes current ratings – from 63 to 2000 amps; designed to be compact, optimizing space and installation efficiency; ease of installation which include swivelling terminal shrouds, staggered terminals, and pre-installed bridging busbars for faster and safer installation; and compliance – meets IEC60947-6-1 and IEC60947-3 standards, ensuring high reliability and safety.