Schneider Electric Pilots Software-Defined MV Switchgear in Equinix Data Center
What happened
Schneider Electric unveiled the world’s first fully Software-Defined Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear, redefining electrical distribution systems. The innovation was piloted in a live colocation data center environment operated by Equinix in Las Vegas on September 28, 2026. The new architecture offers up to three times faster ordering and manufacturing, zero-downtime upgrades, and a simplified footprint.
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Why it matters
The technology is part of Schneider Electric’s broader vision for Software Defined Energy, which allows power infrastructure to evolve alongside digital services. This approach is particularly relevant as electrification accelerates and AI factories drive data center demand.
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Who's involved
- Schneider ElectricGlobal energy technology leader introducing the innovative switchgear.
- EquinixColocation infrastructure provider hosting the pilot of the new technology.
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The entities involved
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Schneider Electric
France-based multinational corporation
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Equinix
data center and colocation infrastructure provider
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