Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, recently launched a new range of innovative products designed for industrial, commercial and residential use, headlined by its all-in-one panel board, DBSeT, at an event held at Radisson Blu, Lagos.
The event brought together Schneider Electric executives and partners, including Ajibola Akindele, Country President, Schneider Electric West Africa; Alhaji Fatai Bola Azeez, CEO, Bolamark Engineering Limited; Mark Freeman, Offer Manager, Digital Building Anglophone Africa, Schneider Electric; Omobolanle Omotayo, Marketing Manager, West Africa, and Grace Olorunsola, Product Manager, Schneider Electric.
Alongside the DBSeT, Schneider Electric unveiled other solutions including the Altivar Soft Starter Range, ATV6100, Easy9 EU, Digital Switchboard, Tesys Deca Advanced LC1D115A-150A, RM Air Set (SF6-Free), Medium Voltage Switchgear (SF6-Free), EVlink, PrismaSeT, Masterpact MTV, KNX Solution, and the AVN430 & 490.
The DBSeT panel board is set to redefine electrical safety standards by combining connectivity, flexibility, and premium design. Engineered for residential, commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure, DBSeT provides end-users with greater control and efficiency in managing critical loads through intelligent integration of components such as Power Tags, concentrators, and contactors – transforming the panel into a connected digital powerhouse.
Speaking on the launch, Ajibola Akindele, Country President, Schneider Electric West Africa, said, “At Schneider Electric, we are committed to delivering reliable and innovative solutions that drive efficiency and safety in energy management. DBSeT is the ultimate solution for modern electrical safety requirements adaptable across industries while ensuring maximum functionality and customer-specific compatibility.”
Grace Olorunsola, Product Manager, further highlighted the user benefits, “DBSeT ensures comprehensive electrical safety with improved connectivity, versatility, and premium design. Beyond guaranteeing uninterrupted performance and reduced downtime, it adapts to various incoming connections within a single enclosure. Its Green Premium certification and eco-friendly packaging also reinforce our commitment to sustainability.”
Mark Freeman, Offer Manager, Digital Building Anglophone Africa, linked the launch to the future of buildings in Nigeria, “With a 28 million building deficit in the country, DBSeT ensures that new and existing infrastructure can be sustainable, resilient, hyper-efficient, and digitally connected paving the way for people-centric and environmentally responsible buildings.”
“The panel board delivers potential savings of up to 50% on maintenance costs. Its connection to EcoStruxure simplifies compliance with building energy codes, reduces installation efforts, and makes complex conversions seamless, ultimately lowering both cost and downtime,” he said.
Through this launch, Schneider Electric continues to drive digital transformation by integrating process automation with energy management technologies. By connecting products, controls, software, and services from endpoint to cloud, the company empowers homes, buildings, data centres, infrastructure, and industries with efficient, sustainable, and future-ready solutions.
