POWERGARD FAQs

What is the POWERGARD?
The POWERGARD is a new, innovative device that filters the supply voltage while improving the efficiency and power factor of the electricity consumed in a home by electrical appliances. Its purpose is to save wasted electricity in homes, condominiums, apartments, shops and offices.

The POWERGARD does not consume electrical energy. You can use it 24 hours a day all year round without increasing electricity expenses. The amount of energy that can be saved depends on factors such as the type of electrical appliances used (i.e. air conditioning, garbage disposal unit, etc.), the amount of electricity used and even the location of the home. The POWERGARD is the new generation device that has been professionally tested and checked for compliance with International Safety Standards and is UL listed and tested as well as CE certified for Europe and cULus for Canada.

How Does the POWERGARD Unit Work?
The POWERGARD reduces the amount of power drawn from the utility by storing (in its capacitors) otherwise lost electricity (watts) caused by the inductive motors in your home. (Some examples of inductive motors are air conditioning units, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, pool pumps, vacuum cleaners, furnace blower motors, fans, etc.)

The POWERGARD technology supplies that stored electricity back to the inductive loads of the house, causing the home to require less electricity from the utility. This causes a decrease in demand from the utility.

When there is a decrease in the demand from the utility, the meter slows down, coinciding with less use of electricity. When you have already paid for that electricity, why waste it when you can store it and use it again? This whole process is called power factor optimization.

Why use POWERGARD?
All electrical equipment and appliances become less efficient over time. As they age, they consume more power in order to deliver the same service, hence the higher electricity bills. Since there are many appliances in every household, each with different power and current requirements, this affects the voltage and current consumption. Unstable supply voltages increase in resistance due to wire size and poor power supply which may result in power loss. The POWERGARD is designed to compensate for those inefficiencies.

Does the POWERGARD work in any home?
Yes, simply plug the POWERGARD in any power outlet and start saving money.

Is the POWERGARD tested and approved?
Yes! The POWERGARD is UL listed and tested as well as CE certified for Europe and cULus for Canada.

How much can I expect to save per month by using the POWERGARD?
That depends on many factors; the size of your home, the amount of inductive motor load and the amount you are paying per kilowatt-hour for electricity. It's not unusual for users of the product to see up to 10% and more in reduced consumption.

How long will it take for the POWERGARD to pay for itself?
Generally about 6-12 months although the same factors above apply. Some will see the payback in 6 months and some in a year or more.

Is the POWERGARD easy to install?
POWERGARD does not require a professional installation. Simply plug it in and save.

Can POWERGARD be used in other countries with different voltage?
Yes. POWERGARD can be used in other countries that have an electrical supply of 110 to 130 Volts AC or 220 to 240 Volts AC, and 50-60Hz. We have all the plug adapters for each country.

How many units would customers require?
Up to 1,800 kwh of monthly consumption we recommend one (1) unit. Over 1,800 kwh we recommend two (2).

How long will the POWERGARD last?
It has a planned lifespan of up to 10 years.

Why haven’t I heard of this product until now?
First, this product is new to the market. Also, until recently, electric rates throughout America were low, costing about 2, 3 or 4 cents per kilowatt-hour. Now, rising electric rates are 8, 10, 12, 14, and 19 and in some cases higher (New York City is 22 cents per Kwh, and Hawaii is 33.5 cents per Kwh). At lower rates, interest in POWERGARD was poor, but at the current high rates, and growing concern for environment, there is a renewed interest in energy conservation and the POWERGARD.