Saft Power Systems globalizes its design process with the help of Zuken

November 24 2008, Munich, Germany and Westford MA. Development and industrial progress are closely tied to the use of energy and as a leader in the supply of electric power systems, the Saft Power Systems group guarantees innovation and constant product improvement thanks to the latest technologies for control, power conversion and systems integration. With a strong presence in the fields of telecommunications, information, and many other industrial markets, Saft Power Systems has chosen Zuken to reinforce the overall effectiveness of the group by rolling out Zuken’s CR-5000 solution internationally.

Using CR-5000, Saft Power Systems will solve their design technology challenges while tapping into the resources of a global organization and all managed by the pilot skills center located in Lannion, France.

A long-standing partner via the VISULA product, Saft Power Systems has now entrusted Zuken with the implementation of an integrated design platform for its various international sites. The deployment of CR-5000 has begun in France on the Lannion site, and will continue to be rolled out through the fourth quarter of 2008. It will be followed by implementation in the UK, the USA, Malaysia and Germany. Mr. Antoine Le Gall, Head of the Lannion design office, declared “We were looking for a quality total solution that would allow us to harmonize our satellite design centers with our skills center. Beyond support, Zuken also offers world-wide technical and commercial assistance that are real assets in the deployment process.”

Other decisive factors, tied to the capacity for integration of the design environment in the processes of product life-cycle management, were involved in the choice of Zuken’s CR-5000 solution. “We were also looking for a modern tool that allows for easy integration with our product life management tools. We needed the interface with SAP to be as simple and as transparent as possible for users. ” added Mr. Le Gall

Throughout 2008, the Saft-Zuken partnership will be developed on various sites, helping the firm to meet its technological and structural challenges.

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Saft Power Systems & Harmer+Simmons

Saft Power Systems & Harmer+Simmons through their 3 brands - Saft Power Systems, Harmer+Simmons and AEG Power Supply Systems – are world leaders in the provision of dependable power systems for Telecommunications, Information technology and Industrial markets. With a presence in 7 countries the company offers a unique portfolio of AC and DC integrated power solutions.

A tradition of providing reliable power for over 50 years:

  • 2005 Saft Power Systems is acquired by Ripplewood, Bruce Brock is new company President and Power Systems solutions become core activity.
  • 1999 Merger of Saft Power Systems and Alcatel Converters.
  • 1998 Acquisition of AEG SVS Power Supply Systems GmbH (Germany)
  • 1998 Saft Power Systems reinforces its UPS systems product portfolio and position in Germany and Eastern Europe.
  • 1995 Acquisition of Harmer+Simmons Ltd (United Kingdom) The Group becomes a world leader in Telecom Power Systems and switch mode technology with more than 50 years of experience.
  • 1993 Opening of Malaysian manufacturing facility of Penang.
  • 1947 Establishment of Saft Power Systems Using its recognized expertise in battery technology Saft, founded in 1917, introduces a range of innovative battery chargers and power systems.

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