Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation at LayerZero Power Systems In April 2001, two engineers took a leap of faith with a simple but ambitious goal: build safer, more reliable power distribution equipment for mission-critical environments. 25 years later, that idea has grown into a company whose technology supports data centers, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure.…
LayerZero Power Systems has launched Progress Pays, a new employee ownership program that allows employees across its Aurora and Streetsboro facilities to share in the long-term value they help create. The program, introduced company-wide on December 17, 2025, reflects LayerZero’s belief that sustainable growth is strongest when employees are aligned with the success of the…
STREETSBORO, Ohio - (12/18) - LayerZero Power Systems, a leading manufacturer of mission-critical power distribution equipment, has announced the appointments of Patrick Taylor as Chief Executive Officer and Rich Cochran as Chief Financial Officer, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues to expand operations and support growing demand across data centers, AI, and industrial…
Recognizing Visionary Leadership in Mission-Critical Power LayerZero Power Systems is proud to announce that its co-founders, Milind Bhanoo and Jim Galm, were honored with the Dively Entrepreneur Award by the Harvard Business School of Northeast Ohio. The award recognizes leaders whose innovation, integrity, and vision have made a lasting impact on the region’s business and…
Construction Begins on Major Expansion LayerZero Power Systems today announced that construction has begun on a significant expansion of its Philipp Parkway facility in Streetsboro, Ohio. The project reflects the company’s continued growth and its long-standing commitment to supporting customers with highly reliable power distribution solutions. Expanding to Meet Growing Demand The Philipp Parkway expansion…
Investment positions LayerZero Power Systems to scale its operations and capitalize on accelerating demand for AI and cloud computing Boston, MA and Aurora, OH - June 30, 2025 – Advent International (“Advent”), a leading global private equity investor, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire majority shareholding in LayerZero Power Systems (“LayerZero”),…
LayerZero Power Systems, a leading innovator in power quality and distribution solutions since 2001, has expanded its Series 70E Static Transfer Switch (eSTS) product line with a new 2000 A, four-pole configuration. The system is engineered to deliver exceptional safety, performance, and reliability in mission-critical environments such as data centers.Building on the proven reliability of…
By Brian Love, Aurora, Ohio — For co-founders Milind Bhanoo and James M. Galm, it all began with a simple but ambitious idea: to build safer, more reliable power distribution products designed specifically for mission-critical environments, supported by advanced power-quality monitoring. That idea became LayerZero Power Systems—now celebrating 24 years of operation. “The owners of…
In a significant recognition of its industry leadership and dedication to its workforce, LayerZero Power Systems (LayerZero®), a pioneer in mission-critical power distribution technology, has been named “Business of the Year” by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. The company was honored at a ceremony held at LayerZero’s expanding headquarters in Aurora, Ohio. The award was…
LayerZero Power Systems (“LayerZero®”), a recognized leader in high-reliability power distribution solutions, announced today the strategic acquisition of a third manufacturing facility located in Streetsboro, Ohio. This expansion reinforces LayerZero’s commitment to meeting rapidly growing global demand for mission-critical power systems supporting data centers and critical infrastructure worldwide. Expanding Capacity to Meet Unprecedented Demand Scheduled…
LayerZero Power Systems (LayerZero®), a leading manufacturer of static transfer switches (STSs), power distribution units (PDUs), and mission-critical power panels, today announced that the Canadian Commissioner of Patents has granted a full utility patent (No. CA 2931911) for its SafePanel® covers. SafePanel covers are designed with user-friendliness in mind. They are straightforward to install and…
LayerZero Power Systems (LayerZero), a global leader in innovative power distribution solutions, announced today that it has received an "Equipment Partner of the Year" award from its customer QTS. A donation of $10,000 has been made by QTS to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank on behalf of LayerZero. The donation will support GCFB's mission to…
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. (LayerZero), a leading provider of power infrastructure solutions, announced today that it has received a trademark for INSIGHT IR from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This milestone underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation in power distribution. INSIGHT IR is a hardware and software suite developed by LayerZero…
Aurora, Ohio - February 15, 2023 LayerZero Power Systems is proud to announce its continued success in 2023, building on its reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions in the power infrastructure industry. With a dedicated and talented team, the company is well-positioned to continue to push the boundaries of innovation in the industry and offer its…
LayerZero Power Systems, a leading provider of power distribution and monitoring solutions, has experienced a surge in demand for its high-quality power infrastructure solutions in 2021. To meet this growing demand, the company has invested in cutting-edge equipment and technology to improve production efficiency while maintaining exceptional quality standards. "The surge in demand for our…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems is pleased to announce that its 800A Static Transfer Switch (STS) has passed the AC-156 test criteria with flying colors, including testing that verifies that in a seismic event the equipment will continue to function as intended. LayerZero's seismic qualification testing is performed on a calibrated shake table, ensuring that…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. announces the release of the Series 70 ePODs: Type-X SF Power Distribution Unit. The LayerZero ePODs: Type-X SF PDU features a welded frame construction, single latch locking system, and enhanced natural free air convection cooling system. In addition, safety of the unit has been improved with design changes of…
Aurora, Ohio - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. has been awarded a patent for its innovative Circuit Breaker Terminal Cover design. The Circuit Breaker Terminal Covers are specifically designed to cover the load-side of a circuit breaker. These covers are included in all LayerZero products that feature the 42-Circuit SafePanel Panel Board. LayerZero Power Systems, founded…
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. has been recognized and awarded for its remarkable growth and investment in Portage County, Ohio. The company has made significant efforts to expand its manufacturing capacity, resulting in investments in production operations, manufacturing equipment, material handling, and testing equipment. These investments have not only increased the manufacturing capacity but also…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. has announced the release of the Series 70: eRPP-SL2 Slim Remote Power Panel. The eRPP-SL2 is designed to distribute electrical power effectively, maximize critical space, and enhance operator safety. With its small footprint, the eRPP-SL2 allows for space-saving mounting configurations for up to 336 poles in just two floor…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems is pleased to announce the release of the Series 70: eRPP-FS, a new and innovative design that sets a higher standard in operator safety. The eRPP-FS features a completely finger-safe design with no exposed bus, ensuring maximum safety for operators. The panel requires front and side access, offering flexibility for…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. has been granted U.S. Patent 8,674,555 for their invention titled "Neutral Switching High Speed AC Transfer Switch." This patent relates to the transfer of electrical load between power sources using a hybrid solid state/mechanical transfer switch. The invention combines the advantages of both types of switches while eliminating their…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems is excited to announce the update of the eRDP Remote Distribution Panel design. This latest update brings a range of advancements aimed at enhancing configurability, operator safety, cable management, and mechanical sturdiness. Additionally, power quality monitoring capabilities have been improved with the addition of an optional 7" touch-screen graphical user…
Aurora, Ohio - January 6, 2014 LayerZero Power Systems is pleased to announce the update of the eRPP Remote Power Panel. This latest enhancement includes a range of improvements aimed at increasing configurability, convenience, and build-quality. Notable updates include enhanced configurability options, the addition of convenient features, and significant enhancements in overall build-quality. The convenience…
Aurora, Ohio - May 28, 2013 LayerZero Power Systems is excited to announce the release of an updated design for the ePanel-1. This new version incorporates several key improvements to enhance its performance and functionality. About LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. LayerZero Power Systems is a leading manufacturer of power reliability solutions, specializing in Static Transfer…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of the LZ-Modbus application. LZ-Modbus is a desktop Modbus client designed to empower LayerZero Customer Service Engineers with the ability to efficiently verify and test Modbus operations on LayerZero products, including the eSTS Static Transfer Switch, ePODs Power Distribution Unit, and ePanel &…
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the opening of its new corporate headquarters in Aurora, Ohio. As a leader in data center infrastructure technology for over 11 years, LayerZero Power Systems designs and delivers the most advanced and reliable power quality technology in the world. The new corporate headquarters will enable the company…
Aurora, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., the technology leader in data center power reliability solutions, has been awarded a Weatherhead100 award for being one of the fastest-growing companies in Northeast Ohio. The award ceremony took place on Tuesday, December 4, 2012, where LayerZero Power Systems was honored for its rapid growth. The Weatherhead100 award is…
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. today announced the introduction of the Extended Open System Interconnection (eOSI) Model, an evolution of the traditional OSI reference model designed to better reflect the realities of modern data center infrastructure. The eOSI Model is an abstract framework that describes the architecture of data communications for networked systems through logical layers…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. today announced the release of the Series 70: ePanel-HD High-Density Remote Power Panel, engineered to deliver maximum power reliability to high-density zones within mission-critical data center environments. As high-density power distribution has become increasingly common, data centers face new challenges related to selective trip coordination, space efficiency, and…
Jim Galm, Vice President and Chief Technical Officer of LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., has been selected as a Senior Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) member. The grade of Senior Member requires experience reflecting professional maturity and significant professional achievements. Jim Galm has contributed towards significant discoveries and advancements in the power distribution industry,…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 15, 2011 - LayerZero Power Systems, a leading designer of high-reliability power distribution products, is proud to announce the release of the 1200 A Series 70: eSTS Static Transfer Switch. This innovative product provides reliable power switching functionality for redundant sources during electrical power abnormalities, ensuring uninterrupted power transfer between…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - December 1, 2009 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the release of the Series 70: ePODs™: Type-X product line, a range of free-standing Power Distribution Units (PDUs) designed to enhance the flexibility and reliability of IT data center power infrastructures. The Series 70: ePODs™: Type-X PDUs enable data…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - October 28, 2009 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted patent number 7,589,438 B2 to LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. This patent protects the company's innovative source transfer technology used in their Static Transfer Switches. The technology automatically compensates for phase…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - September 4, 2009 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the re-launch of its official website, www.layerzero.com. As a leading supplier of power reliability solutions for critical industries, LayerZero aims to provide an enhanced user experience and up-to-date information about its current offerings. The updated website features interactive demonstrations…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - June 23, 2009 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. responds to customer demands for increased productivity in data center operations by introducing Bluetooth functionality for its Series 70 eRPPs (Web-Enabled Remote Power Panel) product line. The LayerZero Series 70 eRPPs become the first remote power panels to include Bluetooth connectivity. The addition…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 18, 2008 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the successful completion of ETL listing to UL 60950 for its Series 70 eRPP (Remote Power Panel). This achievement demonstrates LayerZero's commitment to meeting recognized safety standards and ensuring the reliability of its products. The Series 70 eRPP, designed…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 21, 2008 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the successful completion of withstand testing at 25,000 A for its Series 70 eRPP Remote Power Panel boards. This achievement reinforces the commitment of LayerZero to ensuring the safety and reliability of its products in accordance with industry standards.…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - January 22, 2008 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the successful completion of testing for its 1200 A SafePanel™ units, resulting in ETL listing to the Underwriter's Laboratory (UL) 67 standard for panel boards. The comprehensive testing included short-circuit and withstand tests, achieving a rating of 100,000 A.…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - January 17, 2008 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the successful completion of Short-Circuit & Withstand testing for its 1200 A SafePanel™ units, achieving a rating of 100,000 A. This achievement demonstrates the high-quality design and manufacturing standards of the SafePanel™, ensuring superior performance and safety. "The SafePanel™…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - November 20, 2007 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the completion of key testing for its Selective Trip Coordination technology. This technology ensures that in the event of a downstream fault occurring in a Remote Power Panel (eRPP), only the breaker closest to the fault will trip. LayerZero's…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - June 6, 2007 - LayerZero Power Systems is excited to announce the introduction of the Series 70: eRPP (Web-Enabled Remote Power Panel). This new addition to their product lineup offers secure and efficient power distribution, even at high fault current levels. The Series 70: eRPP takes reduced voltage from transformers and…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 14, 2007 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of the Series 70 ePODs™: Type-P to manufacture. The ePODs™: Type-P product line has been enhanced with additional safety features, specifically designed to comply with NFPA 70e regulations. A significant addition to the Series 70 ePODs™: Type-P…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - December 11, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the release of the Series 70 ePODs™: Dual, Type-P for manufacture. The ePODs™: Dual Type-P has been upgraded to incorporate the advanced safety features of the Series 70 product line, resulting in the Series 70: ePODs™: Dual, Type-P. The…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - October 9, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the release of the Series 70 ePODs™: Type-S Power Distribution System for manufacture. The Series 70 ePODs™: Type-S is designed to provide solid-state switching between two independent power sources, with each source connected to a transformer that feeds one…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - October 9, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of the Series 70 ePODs™: Type-N Power Distribution System for manufacture. The Series 70 ePODs™: Type-N is designed to provide seamless switching between two independent power sources while offering power distribution capabilities at the same switching voltage.…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 8, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., a leading provider of power distribution products for data centers, is proud to announce the launch of the Series 70 product line in recognition of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 70e. The NFPA 70e requirements establish a safety standard for electrical products in…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 8, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of the Series 70 eSTS Static Transfer Switch. This innovative automatic transfer switch incorporates a range of advancements aimed at protecting data center operators. The Series 70 eSTS serves as a replacement for the OPTS product line…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 5, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the release of InSight™ Portholes for its product line. These innovative portholes provide a safe solution for thermal scanning without the need to open the dead front doors. With a swiveling window that reveals an arc-resistant mesh screen, InSight™…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 8, 2006 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the release of the 1200 A 3-Source OPTS for manufacture. This automatic static transfer switch is specifically designed to deliver high-quality power switching between three redundant sources, catering to the continuous power distribution needs of mission-critical environments. The 3-source…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is thrilled to expand its ePODs (Web-Enabled Power Distribution System) product line with the introduction of the ePODs™: Dual Type-P. This innovative model features a solid-state transfer switch on the primary side of the transformer, accompanied by a dual power distribution section. The ePODs™: Dual Type-P is…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 9, 2005 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the expansion of its OPTS (Optical Power Transfer Switch) product line to include 1200 A configurations. This launch brings LayerZero's renowned reliability to large-scale applications that require high-power solutions. The OPTS product line offers mission-critical static transfer switching with…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 3, 2005 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce that its 1200 A Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS) product line has successfully completed product safety testing and has been listed to two North American Standards: 1. Underwriters' Laboratories (UL) Standard 1008 2. Canadian Safety Administration (CSA) Standard CSA…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 19, 2005 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of its Field Service Scheduling Tool on the CustomerWeb online portal. This tool allows customers to optimize their scheduling process and tailor service requests to their specific needs more effectively. With a user-friendly interface, customers have the…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - January 3, 2005 LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is thrilled to announce the successful completion of product safety testing for its 300kVA Web-enabled Power Distribution Units (ePODs). These units have undergone rigorous testing in accordance with UL/CSA Standard 60950. The testing process was conducted by ETL, a division of Intertek and an…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - December 14, 2004 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., a leading designer of high reliability power distribution equipment, is excited to announce the launch of its Incident Report Tracking Tool on the CustomerWeb portal. This new functionality empowers customers to initiate incident reports and schedule service visits conveniently through the LayerZero website.…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - July 12, 2004 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., a leading provider of power distribution products to critical industries globally, today announced the launch of its new Internet portal, CustomerWeb. This web-based portal offers LayerZero customers comprehensive access to important information, enhancing collaboration and providing self-service capabilities. With CustomerWeb, LayerZero customers gain…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - June 17, 2004 - LayerZero is proud to announce the expansion of the OPTS product line by extending the listing of the 800 A OPTS Static Transfer Switch models from 480 V to 600 V. The LayerZero OPTS Static Transfer Switch transfers power between two sources in less than a quarter…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 15, 2004 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the launch of the 800 Amp OPTS (Optical Power Transfer Switch), an automatic transfer switch that offers high reliability power in a safe design. The Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS) provides quarter-cycle static transfers between two AC sources and…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 8, 2004 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the successful completion of Closing and Withstand tests of its 800 A Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS) product line at KEMA-Powertest Labs in Chalfont, PA. As a result of the testing, LayerZero OPTS withstand ratings are as follows: STS…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - March 8, 2004 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the completion of product safety testing of its 800 A Optical Power Transfer Switch product line. The product was tested to two North American Standards: Underwriters' Laboratories (UL) Standard 1008 Canadian Safety Administration (CSA) Standard CSA 22.2 No. 107…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - December 8, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. announces the successful demonstration of its Dynamic Phase Compensated Transfer technique, a new switching algorithm that promises to revolutionize the reliability of power distribution for critical industries. The technology operates by introducing an appropriate time delay during the transfer, the duration of the…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - August 14, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems announces the release of the ePODs™: Type-P, a Power Distribution Unit featuring a solid-state Static Transfer Switch on the primary side of the transformer, delivering to twelve sub-feed circuit breakers. The LayerZero ePODs™: Type-P enables data center facilities to substantially increase power reliability, improve…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - July 14, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems announces the release to manufacturing of the ePODs™: Type-S integrated static transfer switch with power distribution, designed to provide safe and reliable power distribution for data centers. The ePODs™: Type-S features a Static Transfer Switch (STS) on the secondary side of the Power Distribution…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - June 20, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is delighted to announce the successful completion of product safety testing for its Web-enabled Power Distribution Units (ePODs) and Web-enabled Remote Distribution Panel product lines. The testing was conducted in accordance with the rigorous UL/CSA Standard 60950. The comprehensive testing process was carried…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 6, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the introduction of its comprehensive Field Service Training Module on the company's corporate website. This innovative module aims to provide an enhanced customer support experience by offering in-depth training resources and fostering collaboration between field service engineers and customers.…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 15, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to announce the release of the ePODs™: Type-N Power Distribution System for manufacturing. The Series 70 ePODs™: Type-N design offers seamless switching between two independent power sources while providing power distribution capabilities at the same switching voltage. With Type-N ePODs, users…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 1, 2003 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to introduce the ePODs (Web-Enabled Power Distribution System), a new line of power distribution products. The ePODs product line is specifically designed to provide reliable, safe, and connected power distribution with static transfer switching for data centers. It focuses on delivering…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - November 10, 2002 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is excited to introduce the Single Modular Redundant (SMR) Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS), a fault-tolerant static transfer switch designed to protect critical loads in data centers. The Single Modular Redundant OPTS sets a new standard in cost-effective switching technology for data centers…
LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is proud to announce the release of the three-source Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS), a static transfer switch designed to safeguard critical loads in data centers. The three-source OPTS adds an extra layer of redundancy to critical loads, providing backup for outages of the preferred and alternate sources. The three-source OPTS…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - September 23, 2002 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is delighted to announce the launch of the Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS). This static transfer switch design incorporates three isolated and mutually exclusive copies of each critical board, offering the highest reliability design in the industry. The Triple…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - June 15, 2002 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the successful completion of product safety testing for its 150-600 A Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS) product line. The product has been tested to two North American Standards: Underwriters' Laboratories (UL) Standard 1008 Canadian Safety Administration (CSA) Standard CSA…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - May 27, 2002 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. disclosed details of a strategic manufacturing and field service alliance with Russelectric, the leading provider in power control systems & equipment. This agreement will result in a collaborative effort between the companies to manufacture a line of mission-critical power distribution solutions. Leveraging both…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - April 27, 2002 - LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is pleased to announce the successful completion of Closing and Withstand tests of its 150 A-600 A Optical Power Transfer Switch (OPTS) product line at KEMA-Powertest Labs in Chalfont, PA. STS Current Rating (Two-source and Three-source systems) Withstand rating for 480V, Three-wire +…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio - October 14, 2001 - LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of a trademark for its corporate name from the United States Patent & Trademarks Office. The name "LayerZero" draws inspiration from the ISO-OSI Seven-Layer Model that characterizes the world's digital and information networks. As a provider…
Chagrin Falls, Ohio — April 4, 2001 — Milind M. Bhanoo and James M. Galm proudly announced the establishment of LayerZero Power Systems, LLC., an Ohio Corporation. With a clear vision in mind, the founders aim to deliver highly reliable and information-centric electric power distribution products with seamless connectivity to mission-critical facilities. Milind M. Bhanoo…
