Electronic VAR control solutions for poor power factor, load imbalance, flicker and voltage instability.

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AccuSine PFV+
Electronic VAR control for solutions with poor power factor, load imbalance, flicker,
and voltage instabilities
May 2015

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Why electronic VAR control?

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“Electricity is really just organized lightning.”
- George Carlin

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What is happening?

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Before correction After correction

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Reliable and comprehensive electronic
VAR injection

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This is what electronic VAR control is all about.
Make the most of your energy
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The case for change
Many people believe
optimizing power distribution
systems and achieving ideal
power factor is complex
and costly.
However, we propose solutions that
maximize the savings when balanced
with the cost of the solution to obtain a
reasonable Return On Investment (ROI).
Schneider Electric™ benefits
- Savings: electrical system designed for your true need
- Increased quality: better process realization
- Performance: continuous support where loads cause flicker
- Support: pre- and post-sales tools and services – all available online
- Green power: maintain reactive current balance for renewable energy farms
- Integration in smart grids: control and monitoring via intelligence
Capital expense
reduction
Utility penalty
reduction
Power system
improvement

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Beyond efficiency – AccuSine PFV+
AccuSine™ PFV+ is a very
simple and effective means to
eliminate leading or lagging
power factor, reduce voltage
fluctuations, enhance
equipment operating life, and
improve system power
capacity.
Reduced CAPEX
expenditures
Reduced OPEX expenses
Improved business
performance
Improved electricity
availability
Extended equipment life Ease of service

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“Out of clutter, find simplicity. From discord, find
harmony. In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
- Albert Einstein

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Elevating our game
Electronic VAR control for very precise
displacement power factor correction and
mains current balancing
Displacement PF correction stops utility charges for poor PF
(instant savings where penalty is charged).
Mains current balancing prevents unwanted/unplanned
stoppages – maximize uptime and production scheduling.
Parallel connection allows for expansion,
retrofit, and no interruption to loads
AccuSine PFV+ is installed parallel to the loads, therefore initial
install or additional units may be completed while the loads are not
interrupted – keeps plant operating during installs.
Touch-screen interface with communication
Easy-to-use touch screen on HMI – simple and intuitive to use.
Communications via RS485/RJ45 connector is provided on HMI.
Easy remote monitoring and operational control (Ethernet TCP/IP).

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Work sites

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“Thunder is good, thunder is impressive; but it is
lightning that does the work.”
- Mark Twain

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Meeting demands
> Dependability
> Maximize uptime
> Continuity of performance
> Personnel protection and safety compliance
> Fast service
> Digital communications
> Expand existing electrical network capacity

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Meeting demands
> Remedy difficult application issues –
Flicker (ultra-fast response)
> Optimize uptime (OPEX) – significantly
reduce downtime
> Reduce CAPEX – optimal design of
electrical system

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Meeting demands
> Insure server uptime on any power
supply – UPS, generator, or utility
> Reduce utility power factor penalties –
save operating costs
> Digital communications: Ethernet,
modbus (RTU & TCP)
> Optimize power source performance
> Correct for leading PF of new SMPS

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Meeting demands
> Maximize generator performance –
increase fuel efficiency
> LV and MV electrical systems supported
to maximize capacity
> Robust structure to withstand vibration
> Compact design
> Marine certifications (ABS, DNV, Lloyds)

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Meeting demands
> Maintain displacement PF at PCC
> Provide VAR support to maintain turbine
operation during short interval field outage
> Provide VAR support for utility HV network
> Maximize uptime (production) of the farm
> Digital communications with SCADA
system

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“Why is electricity so expensive these days?
Why does it cost so much for something that
I can make with a balloon and my hair?”
- Dennis Miller

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The right tool –
AccuSine PFV+
Selection tool
Helps users optimize their AccuSine PFV+
system to be used for any combination of
displacement power factor correction or mains
balancing.
Sizing tool
The program defines the amount of corrective
current to be provided by AccuSine PFV+.
Installation and commissioning
Provides fast integration with your systems
and enables you to quickly attain maximum
benefits.

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Making the right choice
Utility bills
AccuSine PFV+ can provide up to unity PF
(Cos f) to meet utility penalties.
AccuSine PFV+ can provide balanced mains
supply for optimum electrical safety.
Site studies
Schneider Electric has a worldwide
organization qualified and experienced in site
studies to determine customized and precise
solutions for your site.
Installation and commissioning
Provides fast integration with your systems and
enables you to quickly attain maximum
benefits.

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