Meta Power Solutions (MPS) is making strides in North America's electrical sector with its comprehensive range of power and distribution transformers.
These transformers are particularly significant for various industries, including utilities, oil and gas, mining, commercial construction, solar systems, and cryptocurrency mining.
MPS is characterized by its innovative approach in developing both standard and custom transformers, earning itself a solid foothold in the market.
Industry Challenges
The electrical industry has recently encountered delays, with lead times significantly extending since the pandemic
The electrical industry has recently encountered delays, with lead times significantly extending since the pandemic's onset in 2020.
This extension has not only increased the waiting period for essential components like circuit breakers and large power transformers but also driven up costs.
Despite these challenges, MPS remains committed to being a reliable partner during critical project phases. "Ever since the pandemic in 2020, delivery times of critical power system equipment have been increasing not by months but by years. Because of this, prices have risen dramatically as well," reported WAPA.
Collaboration with NOARK Electric
During a critical venture for a renewable energy client, MPS was confronted with supply chain issues that necessitated a dependable solution. This need led them to partner with NOARK Electric, recognized for providing swift deliveries of premium medium and low voltage electrical components.
NOARK Electric, a subsidiary of one of Asia's renowned electrical manufacturing groups, operates significant North American Mod Centers and warehouses, facilitating exceptional service delivery.
Successful Solutions
In response to MPS's needs, NOARK Electric supplied a substantial quantity of ACBs and MCCBs
In response to MPS's requirements, NOARK Electric supplied a substantial quantity of Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs) and Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs), renowned for their reliable performance and adherence to industry standards.
Doug Luckett, Southeast Regional Sales Manager at NOARK Electric, stated, "When Meta Power Solutions reached out to us, our team was pleased to work together to provide them with the end-to-end service that they needed."
NOARK's Array of Circuit Breakers
NOARK Electric offers a comprehensive range of Power Circuit Breakers, including:
- A40 series: up to 4000A, IC ratings of 100kA at 635V and 85kA at 847V
- A32 series: up to 3200A, IC ratings of 100kA at 635V
- A25 series: up to 2500A, IC ratings of 85kA at 847V
These UL-listed and CSA-certified products provide standardized design across different locations for OEMs, featuring customizable trip units and communication options.
MCCBs' Role in Power Distribution
NOARK's molded case circuit breakers help a diverse array of applications, spanning residential, retail
NOARK's molded case circuit breakers support a diverse array of applications, spanning residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
These components are essential in protecting electrical systems from overloads and short circuits, and they are designed for high reliability across extreme temperatures, enhancing uptime in power distribution systems
Project Completion
Through effective collaboration with NOARK Electric, MPS successfully completed its project, meeting the strict deadlines imposed by its client.
Anthony Florence, President of Meta Power Solutions, noted, "MPS was able to complete the project for their customer, to meet their stringent deadlines and requirements. NOARK’s competitive pricing, quality, and quick deliveries have made Noark the ‘go to’ for power distribution products for OEMs, panel builders, and system integrators everywhere."
Meta Power Solutions is revolutionizing the electrical sector with their innovative products designed in an expedient and productive manner. Meta Power Solutions are pioneers in manufacturing oil-filled power and distribution transformers in North America. MPS designs and builds a variety of standard and custom transformers that serve utilities, oil and gas, mining, commercial construction, solar systems, and bitcoin mining industries.
Through their technical design expertise, diverse product offerings and manufacturing capabilities, MPS leads the industry in these markets, making them a fundamentally strong and financially stable company. Therefore, MPS has gained a compelling reputation as one of the most experienced and diversified manufacturers of dry type, oil-filled and power & distribution transformers in North America. MPS focuses on innovation and excellence to deliver the highest quality transformers that meet the highest industry standards.
Challenge
MPS is most intent on upholding its reputation of becoming its customers’ go-to resource during the most crucial phases of their requirements. As a manufacturer, their reliability and integrity are pivotal in an industry where demands must be addressed swiftly and effectively.
“Ever since the pandemic in 2020, delivery times of critical power system equipment have been increasing not by months but by years. Because of this, prices have risen dramatically as well. Among the highest priority items are circuit breakers and large power transformers,” WAPA Report.
Medium and low voltage electrical components
MPS was executing a prestigious project for a renewable energy customer, and time was of the essence in the execution and delivery. They were facing supply chain issues and looking around for a timely and efficient solution. MPS reached out to NOARK Electric, a premium brand for medium and low voltage electrical components for industrial applications, in countries requiring external certifications, renowned for its exceptional delivery times and excellent products.
NOARK Electric, wholly-owned subsidiary of one of the largest electrical manufacturing groups in Asia, has earned a reputation of exemplary service to respective markets, due to their North American Mod Centers and Warehouses in California, USA and Ontario, Canada, apart from their global coverage.
Solution
NOARK Electric rose to the occasion and was able to source Meta Power Solutions with quick reliable deliveries on eight ACBs (A25/A332/A40) and 186 MCCBs (M1-M6 plus the 800VAC breakers (M2HV/M3HV).
Doug Luckett, Southeast Regional Sales Manager, NOARK Electric said, “When Meta Power Solutions reached out to us, our team was pleased to work together to provide them with the end-to-end service that they needed. We studied the project and were able to provide them with ideal Circuit protection products, that adhere to the industry standards, designed to meet or exceed all quality standards, so that we can help our clients protect their electrical grids from power disruptions and downtime.”
NOARK’s Power/Air Circuit Breakers
NOARK Electric’s Power Circuit Breakers are available in three series:
- A40 series: available up to 4000A, with IC ratings of 100kA at 635V and 85kA at 847V
- A32 series: available up to 3200A, with IC ratings of 100kA at 635V
- A25 series: available up to 2500A, with IC ratings of 85kA at 847V
All products are UL Listed and CSA Certified, providing design standardization for OEMs regardless of location. There are a variety of trip units, accessories, and communications options available for the families.
NOARK’s Molded Case Circuit Breakers
Molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) are the circuit protection backbone of electrical power distribution systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings. They offer protection for circuits from 15 through several thousand amps and are conveniently re-settable for maximum uptime. MCCBs protect electrical systems from overloads and short circuits, ensuring safety and preventing damage to the equipment.
A NOARK’s MCCB is suitable for a variety of applications, by machinery manufacturers, control panel fabricators and power distribution OEMs. NOARK’s Molded Case Circuit Breakers are designed to withstand a wide temperature range from -40 to +70 degrees C so they can perform reliably even in demanding applications.
Results
Anthony Florence, President, Meta Power Solutions, added, “MPS was able to complete the project for their customer, to meet their stringent deadlines and requirements."
"NOARK’s competitive pricing, quality and quick deliveries have made Noark the “go to” for power distribution products for OEMs, panel builders and system integrators everywhere”.
