Socomec's cutting-edge solutions are set to transform the power industry: Meenu Singhal

Founded in 1922, Socomec is an industrial group with a workforce of 3,600 people. Its core business – the availability, control and safety of low voltage electrical networks with increased focus on customers’ power performance.

Socomec is an electrical equipment engineering and manufacturing company, specializing in low-voltage energy performance. In 2020, Socomec achieved a turnover of 604 million euros.

Meenu Singhal, a seasoned leader in industrial automation, assumed the role of Regional Managing Director as of 9 January 2023. He spearheads all four business applications, and plays a vital role in contributing to the company’s strategic growth plans.

Excerpts from an interview, on the sidelines of ELECRAMA 2023:

DQ: What are the new offerings presented by Socomec at Elecrama, and what unique benefits does each product bring?

Meenu Singhal: We have launched our latest range of innovative and sustainable solutions at ELECRAMA 2023, a trade show dedicated to the electrical and allied electronic industry. At the event, we exhibited a range of new products designed to meet the evolving needs of our customers in the Power Conversion, Power Monitoring, and Power Switching segments. With a focus on innovation, our cutting-edge solutions are set to transform the power industry, and revolutionize the way our customers manage and use energy.

One of the event's highlights is the debut of the Delphys XL 1200kVA/kW, a compact UPS with best-in-class efficiency, inherent redundancy, and rapid and safe maintenance operation by design. This product was developed to address the challenges faced by data center power infrastructures, particularly large hyperscalers and colocation data centers. The robust UPS architecture eliminates traditional single points of failure, giving it a key value proposition for our clients and earning Frost & Sullivan's 2022 Customer Value Leadership award.

We have also introduced the Masterys BC+ UPS 10-20kVA with unity power factor, in addition to various power monitoring solutions such as the Diris Digiware BCM, a multi-circuit current measurement module with 18 or 21 integrated sensors, and the Multis M18 panel-mounted digital multifunction power meter.

In the power switching solutions segment, we showcased SIRCO MOT PV, motorized load break switches, ranging from 250 to 3600 A, up to 1500 VDC, and enclosed manual transfer switches ranging from 63 A to 3200 A, to ensure safe on-load transfer between two sources.

As part of our customer service offerings, we have introduced new IoT technology that enables 24/7 remote commissioning and troubleshooting of our UPS.

Overall, our new offerings demonstrate the company's commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and innovation, enabling our customers to reduce their environmental impact, improve their energy management, and achieve their sustainability goals.

DQ: How has been the show for Socomec?

Meenu Singhal: Elecrama 2023 has been an important event for Socomec. It provided an unparalleled opportunity to showcase our latest innovations and interact face-to-face with our esteemed customers, partners, and industry peers. The exhibition, being held after the pandemic, proved to be a significant milestone for the company, enabling us to re-introduce ourselves to the world, and demonstrate our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

Our presence at the exhibition was a resounding success, with visitors expressing keen interest and admiration for our innovative solutions, expertise, and commitment to sustainability. We were delighted to receive positive feedback, which not only reinforced our position as a leader in power management but also inspired us to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence.

In a nutshell, Elecrama 2023 was a significant event for Socomec, and we are proud to have been a part of it.

DQ: What are the future plans for Socomec?

Meenu Singhal: Socomec is committed to the "Make in India" initiative to strengthen India's position as a global manufacturing hub. We are investing in localizing our global offers, and modernizing our production facilities to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality. This will enable us to deliver innovative solutions and respond quickly to our customers' needs, while also contributing to the local economy and creating job opportunities for skilled professionals.

In addition, we are exploring opportunities for inorganic expansion by acquiring complementary businesses that can help accelerate growth, expand our product portfolio, and enter new markets. Streamlining our supply chain is also a priority, and we are achieving this by investing in advanced logistics and warehousing systems, improving supplier relationships, and adopting best practices. These efforts ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products and services to our customers.

Furthermore, we remain committed to investing in research and development to stay ahead of the curve. Our dedicated R&D team is focused on developing cutting-edge technologies, exploring emerging trends, and anticipating the future needs of our customers. This will result in sustainable, efficient, and intelligent solutions that can help businesses optimize their energy management, reduce their environmental footprint, and enhance their overall performance.