Active Power: Battery-Free Power You Can Count On
Active Power is a global leader in flywheel-based UPS (uninterruptible power supply) systems that deliver reliable, battery-free backup power. With advanced engineering and proven performance, their solutions protect mission-critical operations in data centers and industrial environments worldwide.
Company Overview
Founded in 1992 as Magnetic Bearing Technologies, Active Power shifted its focus in 1996 to pioneering flywheel energy storage systems. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company introduced its first flywheel UPS in 1999 and went public in 2000. After its 2016 acquisition by Piller Power Systems, a division of Langley Holdings PLC, Active Power expanded its global reach and technical resources.
Leadership
Active Power is led by CEO Jack Pearce, an experienced executive in energy systems and strategic business development. His leadership has driven product innovation, operational excellence, and continued growth across key verticals. Backed by a seasoned team, the company maintains its commitment to delivering advanced, sustainable power solutions with a customer-first mindset.
Industries Served
Active Power serves a wide array of sectors, including data centers, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, broadcasting, pharmaceuticals, military, and transportation. These industries depend on continuous power and turn to Active Power for its high-efficiency flywheel UPS systems that eliminate the need for chemical batteries. Their environmentally friendly, scalable solutions are trusted to reduce downtime, cut maintenance costs, and support sustainability goals.
Products and Services
Active Power’s offerings include its CLEANSOURCE® flywheel UPS systems, containerized POWERHOUSE® units, and GenSTART™ generator starting systems. These products are engineered to deliver fast response times, long lifecycle value, and exceptional reliability. The company also offers services including system installation, repair, maintenance, and rental solutions to ensure complete power protection throughout the equipment lifecycle.
Featured Technologies
CLEANSOURCE® PLUS SMS
The CLEANSOURCE® PLUS SMS is a compact, high-efficiency flywheel UPS designed for space-constrained environments that require maximum uptime. It provides immediate backup power with no reliance on batteries, making it ideal for mission-critical applications. The system is engineered for minimal maintenance, high reliability, and long-term operational savings.
POWERHOUSE®
POWERHOUSE® is Active Power’s containerized UPS solution, integrating flywheel energy storage, switchgear, and monitoring into a modular, turnkey system. Built for rapid deployment, it is a plug-and-play solution ideal for remote or temporary sites. Its scalability and ease of installation make it a preferred choice for dynamic power infrastructure needs.
GenSTART™
GenSTART™ is a battery-free generator starting solution that guarantees consistent engine starts by delivering clean, conditioned power. It’s a rugged, low-maintenance alternative to conventional starting batteries, ideal for backup systems where reliability is critical. This system improves readiness and minimizes failure risk in critical generator applications.
Partner With C&C Technology Group
C&C Technology Group proudly partners with Active Power to deliver advanced UPS and power protection solutions to clients across industries. Our team can help you implement high-performance, battery-free systems that reduce risk, lower operating costs, and align with your environmental goals. Contact C&C today to explore how Active Power can protect your most critical operations.