mcs pro | Technology Solution Experts

We provide the answers to your technology challenges, whether they concern maintaining/renovating or building a data center, access control, networking cabling, video surveillance or intelligent lighting.

About mcs pro

September 27, 2014 By mcs pro

Business Technology Solutions

The key to choosing the right company for your business technology is to find one with a range of skills, ready to meet whatever Technology challenges your business is facing now and in the future.

mcs pro provides high-level capabilities to implement the soundest business and/or data center infrastructure solutions, including:

Architecture & Engineering
Assessment & Planning
Construction
Commissioning

Design
Equipment Sourcing & Scheduling
Monitoring
Operations & Maintenance

At mcs pro, you can expect creative thinking when we address your business technology challenges, whether it’s coming up with a single solution or combining various answers for the most effective resolution. We are technology solution experts in both business and IT infrastructure.

Our building infrastructure abilities extend to:

Access Control
Intelligent LED Lighting

Network Cabling
Video Surveillance

We provide data center infrastructure solutions, offering:

Design & Construction
Network Cabling

Precision Cooling
Data Center Relocating

Additional offerings:

Aerial, Underground
Directional Bore
Sound Masking Systems
Overhead Paging Systems
Assistant Living Monitoring Systems
Audio Visual Systems
Wireless Systems
UPS solutions
Tenant Space Remodel/Build-out

Generators
Fire Suppression
Data Center/IT Space Cleaning
Precision Air
NFPA 75 Room Integrity Survey
Test and Document Existing Network Cabling
MAC (Moves Adds and Changes)
Abandoned Cable Removal

September 24, 2014 By mcs pro

Data Center Solutions

How a Data Center Can Save Your Business

Where are your company’s computers and related equipment currently stored? Are they as efficient and reliable as you would like? As a business owner, it is important to consider all of the potential possibilities from opportunities, to failures. Power outages, natural disasters and hacking does happen, and in these instances, it is crucial to be prepared. You don’t want to risk losing ground after working hard to get ahead.

To maximize the safety and efficiency of company data, many business owners are opting for a data center. Data centers are dedicated rooms which are protected, backed up and secure to protect company data. But, before embarking on the implementation of a data center, it’s important to know the basics of what one includes.

Power Supply

Every data center needs a power source, and the data center is powered by connecting to the local utility company. To ensure power is never turned off, a backup system is installed. This usually consists of generators housed in a separate location, connected to batteries within the data center, which provide continuous power in an outage. This redundant power supply system can also be utilized when repairs or maintenance need to be performed, so businesses don’t have to experience any down time.

Cooling

Cooling the data center is critical as well. The overheating of the computer’s processors and other electronic components could mean a decrease in efficiency, or worse, complete component failure. For this reason, the data center includes smaller rooms with racks, where servers are placed and cool air is circulated up from the floor to dispel the heat. The cool air comes from either air conditioning systems, or even outside air during cooler months. Then turbo cooling units are used to cool the water in the air conditioning systems. These units can also remove heat through heat exchangers on the data center’s roof.

Controlled Access

Since everything in the data center is important to running a business, careful attention to whom has access is vital. A multi-level security approach is recommended which uses a single person custom ID to allow authorized entrance into the data center; a custom ID allowing technician access for maintenance; and biometric scans for access to the servers.

Why You Need One

Being prepared can mean the difference between success and failure; therefore, it is critical to safeguard your computer system. The best way to do this by having a dedicated and fully equipped room for all equipment that is temperature controlled, secure and has a backup plan in case of emergencies.

These days, businesses rely so heavily on their data. For this reason, having a data center can help ensures the viability of your business under any circumstances.

September 16, 2014 By mcs pro

Redwood Systems | Lighting Demo

Redwood Systems is delivering a unique approach to commercial lighting that combines a new way to power LED fixtures with integrated communications and control. The result is the world’s first commercial lighting platform that deploys as a low-voltage, network architecture and enables both unprecedented control and energy savings, and new levels of building intelligence.

Intelligent lighting uses low-voltage systems to power and control LED light fixtures, instead of the traditional overlay systems that control AC line voltage powered lights.

The replacement of these overlay systems eliminates costly and inflexible line installation and offer a more efficient lighting system for the entire building.

August 15, 2014 By mcs pro

What is Intelligent Lighting

August 13, 2014 By mcs pro

Intelligent Lighting

How Intelligent Lighting Solutions Can Save You Money

If you are a business owner, chances are you are looking for ways to save money. Along with working hard, it is important to work smart. One way to do that is by having the right lighting solution in your business; an intelligent one. Will your lighting be able to analyze your budget and tell you where to spend most effectively? No, not exactly, but it can save you money. Here is how:

Step One: Understanding the Benefits of LED Lights

Intelligent lighting systems start with using the most efficient type of lights. Fluorescent lights have been used for years in business environments, but LED’s have come on the scene with a different way of lighting that should be considered. Opting for LED lights offers lower long term costs, as they last about 6 times longer on average; compare 10,000 hours from a fluorescent light bulb to 60,000 hours from an LED. As a result, spend less time buying new bulbs, changing bulbs and maintaining the lights.

Another consideration is this: have you ever walked into an office and turned on a fluorescent lighting system? What do you hear and see? There is cold blue or white color profile which can be a bit stark, and loud buzzing sound which can be distracting. This is not existent with the silent operation of LEDs and wide array of color options. LEDS also are better for the environment due to their modest energy consumption and completely safe components. On the other hand, fluorescent lights contain mercury which is extremely hazardous and can be damaging when the tubes are broken or disposed of. If that is not enough, LEDs are more durable and don’t produce heat as a byproduct of the lighting. So step one of intelligent lighting, is investing in the more sustainable option of a low voltage LED system.

But Wait. There is More

So now your choice of LED bulbs is improving your lighting situation, but how can the solution get smarter? Intelligent lighting systems use a network of sensors and detectors within a building to communicate and adjust the lighting accordingly. The business owner also has the ability to control lighting both on and off site. This allows for customization to use just the amount of lighting wanted, exactly where it is needed. Lighting becomes responsive to the needs of the business from the data center which may need the lights dimmed, to an office full of employees who need full light, to the empty office during lunch hour.

Reduced Costs

When these systems are put in place, utility bills have been reported to be reduced by 75%! Now that is smart lighting. Why waste any more money, when that could be invested back into the business? How do you begin the process of switching to intelligent lighting?

Switching to an Intelligent LED Lighting System

The beauty of replacing an outdated lighting system with LED intelligent lighting, is that it’s easier to install than traditional overlay systems that control AC line voltage powered lights. Using an LED system eliminates these overlay systems, which are costly and present inflexible line installation. This means intelligent lighting can be installed anywhere you desire, releasing you from the restrictions of other systems.

Contact MCS Pro’s today who are experts at installing intelligent lighting systems from quality providers such as Redwood.

727-935-5445

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