Primex Wireless announced the introduction of the Primex Eco Clock a “green” synchronized clock solution.
According to company sources, this Eco Clock is designed especially for energy-conscious educational institutions. It greatly brings down environmental waste while also maintaining accuracy in timekeeping. This is expected to improve all school operations cost-effectively.
The Primex Eco Clock works on a wireless and synchronized timekeeping platform and is powered by ambient light from indoor fixtures and indirect sunlight. Incorporated in it are four photoelectric cells that are capable of collecting light energy and storing in an integrated and rechargeable battery cell.
In a release Paul Shekoski, Primex Wireless CEO said, “With an increased number education Facility Managers looking for ways to achieve state-mandated or self-directed ‘green initiatives,’ creating a wireless clock solution that is dedicated to conserving resources was a natural progression for us.”
The Eco Clock’s second hand is programmed to automatically stop in case there is no or low lighting. This conserves energy but maintains accurate time. When the educational institution is closed during weekends or holidays Eco Clock utilizes the energy stored in its cells. It draws energy from the single lithium battery back-up only if necessary. The clock will resume gathering and storing its energy reserves when light supply is restored, explained officials.
Mike O’Brien, Primex wireless director of product marketing stated, “The Primex Eco Clock’s combination of photoelectric cells and battery back-up allows maintenance-free operation for up to 10 years—twice as long as other products in the market.”
The Eco Clock is capable of automatically adjusting for Daylight Saving Time like all other Primex products. Also, the Eco Clock can reset by itself after power outages with the need for manual resources to update the clocks.
Company sources also said that the Eco Clock can provide high accuracy in keeping time as demanded by schools. This ensures that students and faculty are on time always. The device receives its signal from any Primex Wireless 72Mhz transmitter and synchronizes with a reliable GPS time source. This helps maintain clock accuracies of 300 milliseconds or less.
The Eco Clock is considered a green solution as it greatly reduces battery wastage. It increases the lifespan of the back-up battery in each clock. It also reduces the burden on staff and serves as an economical timekeeping option for schools that experience budget constraints and limited resources.
The company has continuously worked to improve technology in timekeeping, as TMCnet reported the introduction of Primex Wireless’ product line, Synchronous Network System, which was considered the first 802.11 wireless clock system in 2008.
Shamila Janakiraman is a contributing editor for TMCnet. To read more of Shamila’s articles, please visit her columnist page.Edited by
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