Empowering OEMs: Electrical Solutions for an Electrified Future

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are at the forefront of building the electrified world. As industries demand safer, more reliable and space-efficient electrical systems, OEMs must overcome challenges like spatial limitations, higher power density and faster time-to-market. nVent’s portfolio of electrical connection and protection solutions is engineered to help OEMs meet these demands, optimize design, and improve productivity.

Meeting OEM Challenges With Innovation

nVent understands the unique requirements of OEMs building mission-critical power equipment. Reliability, resiliency and scalability are non-negotiable but so are cost and installation efficiency. nVent’s compact electrical solutions — including enclosures, climate control, cable management, low-voltage connection, power connectors, grounding and surge protection — address these needs at every stage of the product development cycle.

Space-Saving Power Distribution

One of the most common challenges for OEMs is designing smaller electrical panels without sacrificing performance. The nVent ERIFLEX ecosystem, featuring flexible busbars, braids and support systems, enables manufacturers to reduce panel size by up to 20% compared to conventional cable-based systems. Integral palm terminals and flexible conductors streamline installation, reducing labor time by as much as 40% and freeing up valuable space for high-value equipment.

Electrical Solutions for Key Industries

Data Centers: nVent is a key partner in the fast-growing area of data centers, offering solutions for data center electrical balance of systems (eBos), including within UPS systems, backup generators, battery banks, ATS (automatic transfer switches), transformers and switchgear, cooling and MCCs.

Renewables and Energy Storage: Solutions for solar eBos, wind turbines, battery energy storage and microgrids help maximize space usage and increase renewable energy production.

Utilities and Extreme Environments: nVent’s durable, modular enclosures and advanced climate control solutions help ensure compliance and reliability in harsh conditions.

Case Study: Solar Energy Panel Optimization

EPEC Solutions and QT Corporation, EPEC/QT, a leading OEM in solar power, leveraged nVent’s enclosures from nVent HOFFMAN, and low-voltage conductors from nVent ERICO and nVent ERIFLEX, to achieve a 40% reduction in footprint for its AC combiner switchboards. Customizable enclosures and space-saving electrical connections enabled EPEC/QT to maximize efficiency and deliver top-notch solutions for solar applications.

Cost Savings: Efficiency That Impacts the Bottom Line

nVent’s solutions are designed not only for performance but also for measurable cost savings. Flexible conductors and integral palm terminals eliminate the need for cutting and crimping, reducing labor time by up to 40%. Space-saving designs allow for panels that are up to 20% smaller, reducing material and manufacturing costs. Modular, easy-to-install components and durable materials minimize maintenance and replacement expenses over the product lifecycle for lower total cost of ownership. Advanced climate control and OEM surge protection devices optimize energy use and protect equipment, reducing downtime and associated costs. By streamlining installation, minimizing footprint, and enhancing reliability, nVent empowers OEMs to deliver solutions that are both innovative and cost-effective.

Reliability Through Testing and Validation

nVent’s in-house labs and testing capabilities help ensure products meet the highest standards for safety and performance. Testing standards include UL, IEC, CSA, ANSO and FM. Accelerated product introductions, compliance assurance and streamlined certification processes help OEMs mitigate risks and deliver trusted solutions.

nVent’s connect and protect solution offerings empower OEMs to build safer, more resilient and space-efficient systems for today’s electrified world — while delivering significant cost savings.