Mains monitoring (1 or 3 phases) for under and over voltage, under and over frequency and voltage unbalance
Remote generating set start
Change over for mains and generator contactors
True voltage and current RMS measurement
Simple Test Run scheduler
2 languages (user changeable)
As the installed capacity in decentralized sources of energy continues to increase, the distribution system can become less stable resulting in a fluctuation of grid parameters such as voltage and frequency. To keep the equilibrium and ensure safe operation of the grid, mains protection is essential for every power source operating in parallel to grid.
As a result, Utilities and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) issue regulations, which every site generating power must comply with. These regulations highlight the need for protection relays in order to protect the distribution network from dangerous effect of asynchronous generation and minimises the likelihood of equipment damage caused by disturbances coming directly from the mains network.
The importance of mains protection to Utility Companies
Ensures safe balanced operation of the distribution system
Guarantees reliable delivery of high quality electricity
Allows smooth involvement of the distributed generation
Enables remote control of power supply sources
The importance of mains protection to Plant Operators
With the responsibility for reliable protection of plant, operators must install and maintain adequate protection equipment. Protection settings at the interfaces between the network operator and the plant operator/connection owner is governed using country specific guidelines, whilst the network operator determines whether and which protection devices are to be sealed or otherwise protected against alterations*.
The plant operator then must ensure
Compliance with locally applicable standards and rules
Compliance with technical conditions on connection to the distribution network
Prevention of generator damage caused by grid parameters out of limits
Reduction of down time after generation disconnection / interruption
