A proud night at the Belfast Telegraph IT Awards, taking home two major awards and celebrating the power of innovation, teamwork, and women in IT.

For many UK and Irish manufacturers, energy has quietly become the biggest hidden cost inside every waste. Waiting, overprocessing, downtime, behind each is wasted power that drains profits and blocks growth. After years of volatility, from COVID to the Ukraine war, energy costs are now 4x higher than in the US. Manufacturers can’t count on prices falling, resilience must be built in. The Challenge Factories and large energy users are trapped in a reactive cycle: ‘Energy anxi

Why UPS is critical for power resilience at Ulster University & Queen's University. Queen's University Belfast Many assume that occasional power flickers are just an inconvenience easily managed by standard backup systems. You might believe that simply having a generator is sufficient protection. However, this overlooks the profound impact of even momentary power interruptions  on modern universities, and the critical need for seamless, uninterrupted power  that only sophisti

Celebrating industry excellence at the Northern Ireland Electrical Awards in Titanic Belfast.

Our Team got together to recap the year and set targets for the next fiscal year. At Continu, we’re not just about keeping the power...

For years, the standard approach to UPS maintenance has been simple—frequent preventative maintenance (PM) visits to keep systems in check. The logic seemed sound: the more often you inspect and service equipment, the more reliable it will be. Many IT Directors and Facilities Managers, have built their backup power strategy around this belief. But what if this approach is actually increasing your risk, not reducing it? Many businesses stick to rigid PM schedules without quest

For many M&E consultants, electrical contractors, and specifiers, backup power systems like UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) are often...

Backup Power and Battery Energy Storage Renewables Are Just for the Environment   Solar alongside Battery Energy Storage could do more for you Many think renewable energy is just about sustainability. You might believe it’s expensive or only for big corporations. But if you’re dealing with power issues, high costs, or complex systems, renewables with energy storage together with UPS could transform your business. Common misconceptions 1.     Believing renewables aren’t afford

Tips for Maintaining Your UPS Why Winter is a Stress Test for Your UPS Winter storms, freezing temperatures, and power outages—these...

Most food production companies in Ireland are in rural areas, where power quality can often be less reliable. Facilities and IT Managers...

How Battery Energy Storage (BESS) and Solar Perform Best When Integrated from the Start Have you considered BESS as a ‘second phase’ option ? Or are you at the start of a renewable journey and not sure how to proceed? What have been the obstacles for you?   Optimal System Sizing : Without BESS, solar PV arrays could potentially be oversized to meet peak demand, resulting in wasted energy during off-peak times. Installing BESS from the start allows for more accurate system siz

At Continu, our lean thinking approach drives us to continuously improve every facet of our operations, we’ve applied ‘the Pain | the Gain’ thinking to highlight the current challenges and opportunities in the Power and Energy sector for Commercial and Industrial operations. In this post, we highlight the importance of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems for Commercial and Industrial operations. We’ll explore how UPS systems can tackle key ‘pains’  in your power infras

As energy costs rise and businesses seek more sustainable options, Battery Energy Storage plays a critical role in reducing energy...

Backup power (UPS) failure could have some serious consequences on critical equipment. Although a battery replacement may be the answer,...

Backup (UPS)  systems are designed to keep your critical infrastructure running smoothly, no matter what. Whether it’s a power cut,...

May 20, 2024 Belfast, Northern Ireland – Continu is delighted to announce that the company has been shortlisted for three prestigious awards, underscoring its commitment to leadership, innovation, and excellence in both the construction and technology sectors. C Level Woman of the Year - Northern Ireland Women in Tech Awards Alison McFadden, Managing Director at Continu, has been shortlisted for the C Level Woman of the Year Award at the Northern Ireland Women in Tech Awards,

As we navigate towards a more sustainable future, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming increasingly vital. Here are some key insights: • Renewable Energy Integration: BESS is crucial for balancing the intermittent nature of renewable sources like solar and wind, ensuring a consistent energy supply. • Beyond Lithium-Ion: The future is diverse with technologies like solid-state, lithium-sulphur, and flow batteries promising higher efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Remote Monitoring – instant visibility into your UPS and critical infrastructure health. Due to the fact that many people are still...

Apr 27, 2023 In 2023 the acceleration of the Green Economy will be paramount. Net Zero will continue to be the topic de jour with mass electrification across all sectors. This presents its own trials as there will be a significant increase in demand for electricity but also an increase in unpredictability of demand coupled with unprecedented penetration of renewable energy supplies (RES). This combined with a gradual decline of baseload generation and potential shortages in g

Increasingly our clients are embracing the circular economy principles such as upgradeability and recyclability, moving beyond the buy, build and dispose model. Utilising ‘green’ products and services enables our customers to reduce their environmental impact, help to streamline business operations and optimize the total costs of ownership of their backup power assets. This in turn, clearly impacts on sustainability goals. Alison McFadden, MD of Continu commented, “Through ou