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How Nexamp Energy uses ETAP for higher quality and accuracy DC Arc Flash Analysis in BESS
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- Case Study
Engineers face unique challenges when calculating DC Arc Flash incident energy for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Battery short circuit current is highly variant, and factors such as battery chemistry, and how the installation arrangement of BESS have significant differences in short circuit behavior. As well, traditional methods of calculating DCAF have been determined to fall short when it comes to BESS. In this demonstration, these variations will be discussed, including PPE considerations. Following this, a demonstration of the Transient DC Arc Flash solution provided by ETAP solutions will be presented. The presentation will show the usefulness of model validation, and the importance of high quality analysis methods to provide better accuracy in DC AF analysis for BESS.
Learn About Altek Solutions Implementing SCADA for DMS Resiliency in Stellenbosch Municipality
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- Case Study
Stellenbosch Municipality is a local municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa serving more than 200,000 customers. They were in search of a capable OEM partner to provide them with end-to-end support in establishing a SCADA Master Station in their Control Centre to supervise and operate their distribution network. Further, they needed assistance to prepare the configuration of the SCADA Master Station system and allow for a completely integrated substation protection and control solution. With the help of Altek Solutions (System Integrator of ETAP in South Africa), this project was executed to meet the customer’s objective. This demonstration discusses the new SCADA Master Station at the Municipal Control Centre, which was implemented in various phases. The first phase was establishing SCADA at the Control Centre and connecting 7 substations. The next phase will be to add-on DMS & OMS capabilities to the SCADA system. ETAP was selected for this phase due to its modular and scalable platform to build on top of the ETAP SCADA system to meet their need of a Distribution Management System easily in future.
Learn How ETAP Transforms Long Power Study Reports into Engaging, Interactive Presentations
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- Case Study
In most cases, SCCAF (Short Circuit Coordination Arc Flash) studies are done by engineering firms, which then submit reports to facility owners. The challenge is that those reports tend to be lengthy (up to 5,000 pages), not engaging, and hard to grasp for facility personnel. ETAP's powerful graphical and presentation tools can help make those reports livelier, informative, and more engaging. This case study will discuss how you can summarize lengthy power studies reports within just a 30-minute interactive meeting, and highlight how the final ETAP model can be used, with its powerful graphical interface and presentation tools, including Data Blocks, Multiple Presentation layers, Sequence of Operations, and Arc flash calculator.
How ETAP is Used to Optimize Electrical Systems and Improve Asset Management at Kuwait Oil Company
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- Case Study
This presentation discusses the Electrical Information Management System (EIMS) in use at Kuwait Oil Company, a power reservation model-based integration solution designed for oil and gas production. The aim was to achieve flexible and configurable approval workflows, integrated with user access management and various notification methods, to optimize operation, enhance visualization, and improve asset management within their complex electrical networks. Their EIMS integrates smart meters with ETAP and GIS, enabling efficient communication, real-time updates, and enhanced reliability of the electrical system. The pilot project includes real-time power monitoring, reduced site visits, expedited workflow, and centralized management of work order processes. The presentation also covers the challenges faced in power reservation planning and the specific ETAP solutions implemented, including NetPM and ETAP eWeb.
Learn How TVA Uses Python & ETAP for Degraded Voltage Analysis and Motor Starting in Nuclear Plants
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- Case Study
Nuclear plants in the United States are governed by federal regulations requiring that the electrical power system provide sufficient capacity and capability to the nuclear plant. As part of this analysis, traditional approaches to manually perform single motor start calculations can be tedious and time-consuming. Also, the manual evaluation of the data can easily introduce errors. This presentation takes a closer look at degraded voltage relays (DVRS) and an approach to simulation used by the TVA that is holistic, using ETAP to easily combine the study cases, the revisions, and the configurations into repeatable studies. The demonstration includes the use of an efficient solution using Python code with ETAP to run the studies and evaluate the resultant data.
How to Optimize Green Hydrogen Projects Using ETAP and Digital Twin Technology for Efficiency
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- Case Study
This case study focuses on a green hydrogen project that applied a digital twin solution. The project is a 1.4 gigawatt wind farm in China, involving green hydrogen and ammonia manufacturing, with an estimated investment of $1-2 billion. The customer recognized the need for a software solution to optimize their processes and was looking for comprehensive coverage from power management to process management. The project's objectives included sizing optimization to reduce CapEx costs, process verification and optimization, and digital tools for control system specifications and electrolyzer selection. The digital continuity and unified digital solution offered by Schneider Electric encompassed feasibility study, detailed design, and future operation and maintenance stages. The project's complexity required linking power and process data, utilizing ETAP and AVEVA software solutions for modeling and simulation, and employing digital twin technology for process control. The proposed approach included utilizing ETAP for energy transition engineering, emphasizing the value of ETAP software applications, and leveraging software services to ensure the success of the implementation. The study also highlighted the value of digital continuity and building trust with the client to ensure the success of the project.
Drakenstein Municipality's Digital Transformation: ETAP ADMS for Efficient Electrical Network
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- Case Study
Drakenstein is a municipality in the western Cape province of West Africa supporting the electrical needs of 5 towns and close to 300,000 people. With limited visibility for our existing electrical network, the decision was made to upgrade the legacy equipment. With this, our vision is to embark on a digital journey to improve network efficiencies, reduce downtime, time of outages, and inadvertent tripping. In this case study, the phased approach to this transformation will be discussed, and the use of ETAP applications, analysis modules and the implementation of a digital twin to design and model the new electrical network. The presentation covers the use of ETAP load flow, short circuit, protection and relay coordination studies and subsequent hardware design planning and visualization using ETAP PSMS.
How Skyworks in Mexico Improved Energy Efficiency & Reduced CO2 with ETAP Digital Twin and PSMS
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- Case Study
Skyworks has been manufacturing integrated circuit modules since 1969, investing in technology, facilities, and state-of-the-art equipment, yielding a world-class operation based on advanced processes and a highly trained workforce. As one of the largest employers in the Mexicali region with 3100 employees, Skyworks was in need of an accurate way of controlling the energy costs of all their plant processes. Skyworks has already been using ETAP Digital Twin for their electrical system at the medium voltage level for the last 5 years, and this contributed to electricity and gas efficiency at plants that resulted in 29,173 tons of CO2 reduction over the years. In the semiconductor manufacturing business, it's very important to monitor the electrical system throughout the plant, including medium and low voltage operations. In this demonstration, you’ll learn how Skyworks expanded their ETAP model to include low voltage equipment, including predictive simulation in order to improve the reliability of their entire electrical system, and power system modeling (PSMS) to manage and ensure the electrical system power quality and increase the energy efficiency of their entire electrical operation.
How to Creating a Collaborative Model Using ETAP NETPM
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- Case Study
This presentation explores the critical role of ETAP's Network Project Manager (NETPM) in creating collaborative models for power systems. It addresses the industry-wide challenge of maintaining accurate, up-to-date electrical system data, highlighting the risks associated with outdated or inaccessible information. Carter Sanders introduces NETPM as a solution, demonstrating how it facilitates the creation of "living models" that evolve with the system. Key topics include the implementation of NETPM, focusing on user roles, permissions, and effective workflows. A customer success story illustrates the tangible benefits of NETPM, including reduced man-hours, faster information transfer, and improved risk mitigation. The presentation also covers important considerations for model management, data access, and adapting service models to incorporate NETPM effectively. By emphasizing the shift from static diagrams to dynamic, collaborative models, this talk aims to showcase how NETPM can enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency in power system management. It concludes by encouraging audiences to explore NETPM's potential in their operations, positioning it as a crucial tool for navigating the complexities of modern electrical systems.
Learn About Integrating Wind Turbines for FPSO Optimal BESS Sizing using ETAP & PSCAD Co-simulation
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- Case Study
The transition towards sustainable energy sources is driving innovative solutions in the offshore oil and gas industry. The presentation delves into the integration of a Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) into an existing Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel to reduce carbon emissions. The technical and operational challenges of this integration are discussed, including load balancing, intermittency of wind energy, transformer energization, motor starting, protection coordination, and maintaining operational reliability. The study utilizes simulations with tools like HOMERPRO, ETAP, and PSCAD to assess the technical feasibility of integrating the WTG and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) into the FPSO power system. Various studies, including load flow, short circuit, motor acceleration, transient stability, voltage ride through, harmonic analysis, protection coordination, and transformer energization are conducted to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed system. There is great potential for reducing the operational carbon footprint of FPSOs by incorporating renewable energy sources and using software simulations to address the complexities and considerations involved in such integration.
