Power (FMP). FMP was adopted into the US National Electric Code in 2023. The company has deployed the technology in more than 1,000 large venues worldwide. Steve has more than 30 years of experience innovating around electrical energy storage, distribution, and management. He has authored or co-authored numerous industry and peer-reviewed papers related to the energy industry and is an inventor with 35 patents. REFERENCES : 1. United Nations World Population Prospects, 2024 https:// www.un.org/en/global-issues/population#:~:text=Our%20 growing%20population&text=The%20world's%20 population%20is%20expected,billion%20in%20the%20 mid%2D2080s 2. S&P Global Worldwide Manufacturing Returns to Growth, 2024 https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/ research-analysis/worldwide-manufacturing-returns-to- growth-mar24.html 3. The Demand-Side Grid (dsgrid) Model Documentation, an NREL Technical Report, 2018 https://www.nrel.gov/ docs/fy18osti/71492.pdf
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The ability to instantaneously isolate faults reduces the risk of downtime to ensure continuous power with minimal disruption. If a fault is detected, power can
panels, transformers, and other equipment. When material is delayed, projects stall, costs rise, and timelines slip. FMP’s streamlined installation process allows for faster deployment with fewer specialized workers on the jobsite. Projects can move forward even when experienced electricians are difficult to retain. This helps keep schedules on track and alleviates pressure caused by labor shortages. The technology’s modular design requires fewer pieces of equipment and is therefore less vulnerable to the unpredictable lead times and shortages that are common for key equipment. It does not require distribution panels, conduit, transformers, or many of the other specialized pieces of equipment used in most electrical projects. Instead, FMP installations rely on just a few easily accessible components: transmitters, receivers, and communications cable. This streamlined approach removes many of the traditional bottlenecks and potential points of failure, allowing projects to bypass wait times associated with sourcing and installing conventional infrastructure. CONCLUSION As FMP continues to improve, it will continue to move closer to becoming the platform that helps modern buildings become living systems that self-monitor, self-heal, and adapt to changing needs. By providing a safer, more flexible option for power distribution, FMP empowers building operators to harness real-time data, automate responses, reduce risk, and future-proof their spaces for whatever comes next. It is a practical solution that streamlines installation, reduces dependency on specific resources, and accelerates project delivery—all of which are critical in a landscape shaped by ongoing labor and component shortages. As adoption grows over the next few years, FMP will be central to creating environments that are safe, efficient, and responsive to the ever-changing needs of building owners, operators, and occupants. AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY : Stephen Eaves is the founder and CEO of VoltServer and is the inventor of Digital Electricity ® , a new electricity format generically known as Fault Managed
be automatically rerouted along alternative pathways to maintain a stable connection.
This level of resilience is especially vital as buildings depend more on automation, internet of things (IoT), and AI-driven management platforms. In such a connected environment, even a brief power interruption could have a major impact on the occupant’s operations. TURN INSIGHTS INTO SAVINGS Because it can integrate real-time analytics and automated control into a building’s power systems, FMP helps owners manage consumption and reduce energy waste. It enables precise monitoring of energy usage, enabling owners to understand which devices are consuming energy—and how much—so they can improve inefficiencies. Usage reports can be generated to analyze patterns and detect anomalies that may need to be addressed. The technology also has the ability to dynamically adjust power distribution levels. This allows the system to allocate energy based on demand. Because power is sent to wherever it is needed most, operational continuity is a given. Whether operations rely on fast- roaming requirements of automated guided vehicles in a manufacturing facility, or real-time data transmission needs of a hospital’s critical care systems, FMP ensures power disruption does not translate into costly downtime. ACCELERATE TIMELINES, MINIMIZE DELAYS Because FMP can be installed faster than traditional power systems, it can accelerate project timelines and simplify future upgrades in an environment where project schedules are threatened by workforce and material shortages. The traditional approach to electrical distribution relies heavily on a large, specialized, and costly workforce. During an electrician shortage, this process often becomes a bottleneck as projects face delays until owners can find available electricians. Traditional power distribution also relies on a steady flow of hard-to-source components, such as conduit,
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