Most restaurants and retailers still replace traditional UPS systems every 3 to 4 years, long before their POS, networking, and digital equipment reaches end of life. These repeated swaps create unnecessary cost, disruption, and landfill volume across multi-site operations.
Xtreme Power lithium UPS solutions align power protection with the actual lifespan of store technology. This allows organizations to standardize once instead of replacing repeatedly.
Why Long-Life Lithium UPS Makes Sense for Retail and QSR
Reduce Replacement Cycles
Up to 15 year operating life and 3,000 to 5,000 discharges eliminates repeated UPS swaps every few years.
Lower Lifetime Cost
Fewer truck rolls, fewer installs, and fewer disposal events across hundreds or thousands of locations.
Matches Store Equipment Lifespan
Protection lasts as long as POS terminals, kiosks, signage, and networking gear.
Smaller and Lighter Hardware
Ideal for tight back-of-house spaces, wall mounts, and shallow racks.
Better Temperature Resilience
Designed for elevated heat found in kitchens and drive-thru enclosures.
A Smarter Approach for Multi-Site Operators
Long-life lithium allows organizations to:
- Standardize once across new builds and refreshes
- Remove UPS replacement from the support calendar
- Reduce shipment, installation, and disposal volume
- Improve uptime without added operational burden
This is a one time decision with long term impact.
How to Transition to Long-Life UPS Across Your Stores
1) Identify High Turnover Locations
- Back-office racks, POS cabinets, kiosks, and outdoor enclosures
- Heat-exposed or limited airflow spaces
- Stores with repeated UPS or battery replacement tickets
2) Standardize on Long-Life Lithium Models
- Up to 15 year life
- Compact form factors
- Runtime matched to POS and networking equipment
3) Align with New Builds and Remodels
- Add UPS into fixture and equipment standards
- Deploy during scheduled refresh cycles
- Avoid one off replacement projects
4) Track Reduction of Replacement Events
- Fewer units shipped and installed
- Lower waste volume across the lifecycle
- Centralized purchasing ensures consistency
5) Support Remote Recovery Where Needed
- J90 provides remote outlet control for rebooting devices
- Reduces truck rolls for frozen POS or gateways
Explore remote switching solutions »
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Featured Long-Life Lithium UPS Solutions
J90 Lithium UPS (1 to 3 kVA)
1U compact design with remote outlet control for rebooting locked-up equipment without site visits.
J60 and J60C Lithium UPS
Ultra-compact protection for POS terminals, digital signage, and wall-mount racks.
J90-2kLiD and J90-3kLiD Long Runtime UPS
Extended-runtime lithium for critical systems requiring hours of backup, including networking and back-office equipment.
UPS Solutions by Application
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Application |
Recommended UPS |
Key Advantage |
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POS Terminals |
Compact long-life protection |
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Digital Menu Boards |
Slim profile for wall or ceiling mount |
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Short Depth Wall Racks |
Ultra short depth for tight spaces |
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Kiosks and Ordering Stations |
Long life and remote reboot capability |
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Back Office Racks and IT Gear |
Reduces truck rolls with outlet control |
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Long Runtime Applications |
J90-2kLiD and J90-3kLiD |
Hours of lithium backup with high cycle life |
Related Solutions
- UPS for Point of Sale »
https://xpcc.com/ups-for-point-of-sale/ - UPS for Kiosks »
https://xpcc.com/ups-for-kiosks/ - Remote Switching UPS and Smart PDU »
https://xpcc.com/remote-switching-ups-smart-pdu/
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How often do lithium UPS systems need replacement?
A. Xtreme Power lithium UPS provides up to 15 years of operating life, compared to 3 to 4 year cycles with VRLA.
Q. Will this reduce support workload?
A. Yes. Fewer replacements mean fewer truck rolls, fewer install visits, and fewer failure related tickets.
Q. Is lithium safe for restaurants and retail?
A. Yes. Xtreme Power uses LFP chemistry with excellent thermal stability and long cycle life.
Q. Do I need to replace batteries during the lifespan?
A. No. Lithium systems are designed for the full operating life without mid-cycle battery swaps.
Q. Can I standardize across both small and large locations?
A. Yes. J60 and J60C support individual devices, while J90 models support back-office and higher load applications.
Can remote reboot reduce service calls?
A. Yes. The J90 allows individual outlets to be cycled remotely, which can restore frozen POS terminals and gateways without dispatching a technician.
Ready to Eliminate UPS Replacement Cycles?
Standardize on long-life lithium UPS and simplify power protection across every store.
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