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Substation automation is a rapidly increasing area of interest and benefit to utilities. Substation automation goes
beyond traditional SCADA to provide added capability and information that can further improve operations and
maintenance, increase system and staff efficiencies, and leverage and defer major capital investments.
Applications and data of interest may include remote access to intelligent electronic devices (IED)/relay configuration
ports, waveforms, event data, diagnostic information, video for security or equipment status assessment, metering,
switching, volt/VAR management, and others.
Newer microprocessor-based relays and other intelligent devices provide unprecedented flexibility and rich
functionality which, in turn, provide low cost monitoring analysis and diagnosis of electrical faults in the power
network. Many newer IEDs provide optional network interfaces such as distributed network protocol (DNP) 3.0 over
transmission control protocol (TCP)/internet protocol (IP)/Ethernet. Additionally, more utilities are gaining access to
fiber optic based communications at some substation locations. Even more utilities are implementing IP wireless
communication solutions to substations. IP networks to substations can greatly enhance substation automation
possibilities and benefits such as primary equipment condition data, fault statistics, and data useful for preventive
equipment maintenance.
Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) is actively planning, designing, and implementing substation automation
solutions. We have an experienced team that knows the vendors, products, design options, communication solutions,
and implementation hurdles. We help our clients find the best approach, while managing costs and risks.
Designing your substation automation architecture including remote access, SCADA monitoring and control, event
recording
Evaluating existing systems and developing strategies to migrate to new applications and technologies
Designing an overall solution to integrate substation equipment with communication systems and head-end
applications
Specifying detailed designs and helping select all equipment from intelligent devices, substation servers, remote
terminal units (RTUs), network switches, firewalls, wide area networks, head-end applications, and others
Presenting a workshop to educate your team on a technology or address a more strategic objective involving
substation automation
Distribution Automation
Distribution automation (DA) optimizes a utilitys operations and directly improves the reliability of its distribution
power system. Adding targeted distribution automation capabilities can be economical when they are an extension of
your existing SCADA investments and the communication infrastructure. The success or failure of an automation
program hinges on proper selection of equipment and communications to seamlessly integrate data into the utility
control room. The key is to choose equipment that leverages your current assets wherever possible. With the latest in
high speed communication technology, there has never been a better time for utilities to extend their automation
beyond the substation.
Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) has years of experience designing a wide range of DA applications and
systems for utilities, such as applications that include automatic sectionalizing and SCADA controlled switching.
Known for our experience with automation projects and power delivery planning, PSE understands both the benefits
and the technology involved with DA.
Evaluating the present status of the utilitys communications infrastructure and designing a DA system that leverages
current assets to provide the most cost-effective solution
Providing project management support throughout the DA procurement and installation process with a focus on utility
risk, cost, and time management; this process can include creating a unique project scope based on the utilitys
needs, developing detailed Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP), preparing cost and benefit
evaluations of each potential DA application, and creating equipment and services purchasing contracts that focus on
protecting the utilitys interests
Providing hands-on system configuration and integration services that include independent third-party site
acceptance testing (SAT) to verify that the system was delivered as advertised by the supplier
Providing repeatable software integration checklists verified in our on-site laboratory using the communications and
automation equipment to be used in the DA project
Developing business models and designing volt/VAR applications that save the utility operational costs
Most utilities want to reduce customer complaints, outage lengths, and crew response to outages. Until recently, DA
has been thought to be beneficial only for large urban utilities. Today, with the advances made in communication
media, DA can be successfully installed in many utilities, even rural systems, providing immediate payback in
member satisfaction and reduced operating expenses. Utilities using DA can achieve:
Significant reduction outage time for customers with minimal circuit reconfiguration resulting in improved reliability
indices
Reduction in travel time to remote locations, reducing fuel and labor costs
Providing executive- and performance-level evaluation of DA solutions to determine the benefits for the utility and its
members
Training utility personnel on specific DA operations and the best way to utilize the information retrieved by the system
Limiting the risk of capital equipment procurement by creating the specifications needed for a DA system, writing
RFIs and RFPs with utility-favorable terms and conditions, evaluating vendor bids, timing implementation, and
integration to other systems (Geographic Information System (GIS), SCADA, dispatch, Advanced Metering
Infrastructure (AMI), Outage Management System (OMS)); all in a manner that saves the utility money and time
SCADA
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems have traditionally played a vital role by providing utilities
with valuable knowledge and capabilities that are key to a primary business function - delivering power in a reliable
and safe manner. A quality SCADA solution is central to effective operation of a utility's most critical and costly
distribution, transmission, and generation assets.
The challenging issues for SCADA systems and projects today are not the same as they were a few years ago.
Today, there is much more importance placed on integration, use of new communication and network technologies,
access to information by more users, and other purposes.
Todays SCADA systems, in response to changing business needs, have added new functionalities and are aids
for strategic advancements towards interactive, self healing smart grids of the future. A modern SCADA system is
also a strategic investment which is a must-have for utilities of all sizes facing the challenges of the competitive
market and increased levels of real time data exchange that comes with it (independent market operator, regional
transmission operator, major C&I establishments, etc.). A well planned and implemented SCADA system not only
helps utilities deliver power reliably and safely to their customers but also helps to lower costs and achieve higher
customer satisfaction and retention. Modern SCADA systems are already contributing and playing a key role at many
utilities towards achieving:
Real time strategic decision making cost reductions and increased revenue
Business case justification is stronger now than ever before even for lower density substations. The costs are
declining with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products built to international standards as opposed to legacy
proprietary solutions. Today, a utility can quickly gain these benefits by implementing a low cost SCADA system and
evolving it as its business needs change.
Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) has established a leadership position in SCADA consulting services
nationwide having worked with many utilities, both small and large, in selecting and implementing their SCADA
systems. Our hands-on team of professionals has many years of experience successfully designing, specifying, and
implementing SCADA systems. We have team members who have worked in utility operation centers, in the vendor
arena, and as consultants. We know the applications, resources, and constraints common to these organizations.
We provide services on all aspects of SCADA projects. Whether you are in the planning stage, implementation stage,
or if you need to add a single application, replace an entire system, migrate a system, or put in your first SCADA
system, PSE has the experience and is ready to help. Call us, and we will explain how you can attain maximum
benefits from a SCADA system.
Evaluate existing systems and develop strategies to make improvements, replace aged or problematic systems, or
meet new business objectives
Develop procurement specifications and a complete request for proposal (RFP) including terms and conditions
Seek technical and business clarifications with vendors and contribute to or lead contract negotiations
Provide hands-on system configuration and integration services (e.g., databases, displays, application integration,
and intelligent electronic device (IED) integration)
Support functional and performance factory acceptance testing (FAT) and point-to-point checkout
Create site acceptance test (SAT) procedures and assist in performing SAT
PSE provides a full range of services to utilities on all aspects and phases of communication projects and initiatives
Present and lead a workshop to educate your team on a technology or address a more strategic objective
Equipment diagnostics
Diagnostics of disturbances
Minimizes outages
Improves productivity
Increasing competition is driving many power providers to focus on system productivity, with a view
to reducing costs and increasing customer satisfaction, which often involves upgrading aging
infrastructure.
Older protection and control systems can be easily upgraded using ABBs modular systems.
Updating substation automation offers the opportunity to reduce operational and maintenance costs,
increasing plant productivity with the aid of enhanced schemes as well as condition monitoring for
circuit breakers, power transformers, etc.
Modern automation nowadays is digital. So digital substations can increase controllability, facilitate
the integration of intermittent renewables and improve safety by replacing copper cabling with fiber
optics. ABB Grid Automation enables the digitalization of the grid so that our customers can improve
reliability and ensure safe and clean energy supply to their consumers.