KEEPING POWER AND UTILITIES RUNNING

Our highly reliable UPS systems ensure the continuous generation, transmission and distribution of electricity.

POWER AND UTILITIES

Our UPS systems are integrated in all kinds of power generation plants, including cogeneration, combined cycle, nuclear, hydro, thermal, wind and thermosolar. We also design and install UPS solutions to operate in transmission and distribution substations in order to protect switchgears, switch tripping systems, power transformers and T&D telecommunications.

KEY APPLICATIONS
Turbomachinery (Power Generation)

Installed as close to the turbine as possible, and possibly integrated into a shelter (especially for single shaft designs), the small footprint of the equipment is key, as well as its ability to operate in difficult environmental conditions (IP level, dustproof, vibration).
EBoP - Electrical Balance of Plant (Power Generation)

Depending on the critical level of the loads and on the type of utility, UPS will either have centralized or distributed back-up power systems. Battery selection and battery sizing is particularly essential for eBoP, because loss of power could result in complete power generation plant shutdown.
Substation (Power Generation)

At this stage, electricity leaves the power generation plant to the transmission and distribution network. DC UPS systems are necessary here to supply power to switchgear and telecommunication systems.
T&D Switchgear

Our DC UPS systems supply power to the coils or the motorized switchgears. Appropriate battery sizing and charger rating are selected to deliver 10-hour battery autonomy and a maximum of 8-12 hours recharge time.
T&D Telecommunication

The reliability of our DC UPS systems is key when supplying power to the telecommunication devices of remote substations, so that information is always available to the main control center.
T&D Control System (Transmission)

Our AC UPS systems supply power to the SCADA system of the substation to ensure permanent supervision and data acquisition (e.g. counting).
Expert ups solutions

We design UPS systems for the specific needs of Power and Utilities– delivering the quality, reliability and efficiency that this sector demands.

 

Choosing the right partner and the right product can make a big difference to power and utility operations, so we would like to highlight some of the main UPS considerations to help you make the right choice:

  • Isolating transformers must nearly always be considered
    In order to ensure galvanic isolation and to be able to perform earth fault monitoring.

  • Consider DC and AC UPS in 100% redundant and fully rated configuration
    This can ensure permanent power protection of all safety devices.

  • We advise using serial protocols or TCP/IP protocols in power plants, as well as auxiliary relays
    These enable a strong connection between the UPS and the control system.

  • We recommend DC systems in 48 Vdc for all specific utilities line telecommunication devices
    Battery must be selected according to environmental conditions and geographical location.

  • Consider 110 Vdc or 220 Vdc DC systems when powering coils of HV or MV switchgear systems
    These commonly offer battery autonomy of 10 hours.

  • It may be necessary to include a high rating battery charger in power plants
    This protects DC loads and also supplies several distributed inverters that protect AC loads too.

  • Care must be paid in the selection of the battery charger rating
    This device must be sufficiently rated to be able to recharge within 15 hours to restore availability.

  • DC UPS systems with highest MTBF are recommended
    This is often the best choice for substations placed in remote areas.

POWER AND UTILITIES PRODUCTS

Browse a range of specialist products that are perfect for Power and Utilities applications

Protect 8 Plus
  • 10 – 120 kVA in 1-ph or 3-ph output configurations
  • High performances with full-IGBT architecture
  • Bi-directional IGBT rectifier to allow full battery capacity tests

The Protect 8 PLUS is the extension of the existing and proven Protect 8 AC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) family, designed to offer greater performances: The new IGBT rectifier largely improves the input power factor, reduces harmonic currents rejection (THDi), and provides a battery discharge capability to the mains network. These new features help contribute to installation savings and to reducing operating and maintenance costs.
Protect RCS TPRE TD
  • 20A to 150A output current

The Protect RCS TPRe TD battery charger system has been developed and designed to provide high reliability power supply and battery charging capability. The system is optimized to secure power for the applications linked to transmission and distribution of electricity. The Protect RCS TPRe TD system is a thyristor-controlled rectifier suitable for charging nickel-cadmium or lead-acid batteries while supplying DC loads.
Protect RCS OUTDOOR
  • Stainless steel IP65 natural convection cooling cabinet
  • Input 400/480 VAC 3 phase; 50/60 Hz
  • Output 24VDC - 50A to 250A output current

Protect RCS is designed to provide high reliability power supply and battery charging capability. The Outdoor version provides the same level of protection to your equipment and processes and complies with the stringent protection standards according to IEC 60529 (IP65). Protect RCS is a thyristor-controlled rectifier suitable for charging nickel-cadmium or lead-acid batteries while supplying DC loads.
Protect RCS MIPe
  • 1.5 kW - 200 kW
  • Switch Mode Rectifier Technology

The Protect RCS MIP rectifier system is based on switch mode technology rectifier modules, suitable for industrial applications. It is designed to be scalable, simple to use and easy to maintain with hot swappable rectifier modules. It allows you to benefit from low electromagnetic pollution and high efficiency, resulting in a cost effective system with reduced operating costs, short delivery time and prepared for possible future power expansion.
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