BRISTOL, PA — TESCO® has introduced the Backup Power Transfer Meter (BPTM), an innovative solution designed to simplify and enhance the transition to backup power during outages. With power failures becoming increasingly frequent due to extreme weather, grid issues, and public safety shutoffs, the BPTM addresses the growing need for reliable and user-friendly solutions to keep homes powered.
The BPTM is a utility-approved device that eliminates the need for manual switches, extension cords, or complex setups. Homeowners can now seamlessly and safely switch to generator power, ensuring uninterrupted electricity when the grid goes down. “The BPTM is a game-changer for both utilities and homeowners,” said Tom Lawton, President and CEO of TESCO®. “It provides a utility-approved, safe, and efficient way to transfer power, eliminating backfeeding risks while ensuring a seamless transition to generator power.”
How the BPTM Works
The device is installed directly at the meter by the utility and is fully integrated to ensure compliance with utility standards, including EUSERC requirements. When a power outage occurs, homeowners connect a portable generator (30A, 240V) to power their entire home without relying on extension cords or sub-panels. Once utility service is restored, the BPTM prevents backfeeding and safely transitions the home back to the grid.
Key Features and Benefits
- No Backfeeding Risks – Protects utility workers and infrastructure by preventing electricity from being sent back into the grid.
- Automatic Power Transition – Seamlessly switches between grid and generator power during outages.
- Whole-Home Power Capability – Eliminates the need for unsafe extension cords, providing power throughout the home.
- Utility-Approved – Installed and managed by utilities, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Quick Installation – Generally installed in just 45 minutes with minimal service interruption.
- Future-Compatibility – Supports emerging Distributed Energy Resource (DER) technologies like battery storage and solar inverters.
- U.S. Manufacturing – Developed and produced in Bristol, PA, ensuring fast delivery and high-quality standards while supporting American industry.
TESCO®’s commitment to innovation and quality manufacturing positions the BPTM as a vital tool in modernizing backup power solutions. Its utility-approved design and focus on safety make it a reliable choice during critical power outages.
Looking ahead, the BPTM is poised to transform how utilities and homeowners manage power disruptions, improving resilience and safety. By simplifying the transfer to backup power and integrating with future energy technologies, the BPTM represents a significant step forward in addressing the challenges of a changing energy landscape.
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