Power Generation
Efficient management of power plant & electrical assets
Dynamic behaviour monitoring
Power quality monitoring
Substation switchgear
Commissioning, training, testing, maintenance
Dynamic behaviour monitoring.
Impact of grid events on a generation facility.
Most generator digital control systems and plant information systems provide a fair picture of how the plant behaves under limited conditions. However they are oriented towards in-plant interests and unable to provide good data on dynamic plant behaviour when there is a disturbance due to grid events.
Insulect offers a solution involving a product that has proven itself many times over in the Australian market: IDM+. Some key drivers for generators to adopt the IDM+ monitoring approach include:
- growing interest from regulatory bodies in the efficient response of power plant controls to sudden system disturbances.
- dispute resolution between members of the electricity value chain: operator, plant owner, customer, regulator
- analysis of mechanical and electrical parameters on the same time scale, relative to system events
- reliable power system monitoring is an integral factor of the smart grid concept
READ MORE: Dynamic behaviour monitoring in generation.
READ MORE: White Paper - Power Plant Dynamics Monitoring, a review of the Needs, Difficulties and Possibilities.
PRODUCT: Qualitrol IDM+ Multifunction Power System Monitor.
Power Quality.
Implications for large generators and distributed generation.
PQ Conformance
All sectors of our energy market – Generation, Transmission and Distribution – share the concern of conformance with the National Electricity Rules. Compliance with these rules is acheived through the analysis of collated power quality data. This same data is used to improve power quality, set planning levels and advance grid reliability to meet customer needs.
All connection agreements by default incorporate a minimum negotiated access standard which includes the clause that a connection:
“will not adversely affect the quality of supply for other network users”
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The Class A Distinction
Many PQ monitoring devices conform to the less strict Class B requirements. The Class A definition is an important distinguishing factor. Whereas Class B devices are mainly used for statistical purposes and troubleshooting, Class A devices offer several fundamental advantages:
- can be used for standards verification
- resolve disputes between utility & customer
- understand embedded generation impacts
- avoid penalties
Only Class A PQ monitoring enables parties to compare measured values and make a qualified judgement as to whether contractual obligations are being met.
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Qualitrol PQ Hardware & Software
Insulect offers a range of PQ solutions for power generation, from standalone PQ monitoring (Qualitrol PMD-A), to multifunctional PQ, disturbance and fault recording (Qualitrol IDM+). All products interface with Qualitrol's software system iQ+, which boasts the most advanced PQ analysis and automation tools available.
READ MORE: The case for Class A PQ monitoring.
READ MORE: White Paper - PQ monitoring for Wind Farms.
READ MORE: White Paper - The importance of Class A for coordinating PQ levels.
READ MORE: White Paper - Requirements for a modern PQ and DFR monitoring system.
PRODUCT: Qualitrol Informa PMD-A Power Quality Monitor
PRODUCT: Qualitrol IDM+ Multifunction Power System Monitor
PRODUCT: Qualitrol iQ+ Master Station Software
Transformer Protection & Performance
We supply the most comprehensive range of transformer protection products aimed at maximising performance and extending asset life. The range includes devices for monitoring and controlling temperature, pressure, flow rate, fluid level and gas density. Our partners are Qualitrol and Comem - both global leaders in this field.
See the full Insulect asset protection range.
Substation switchgear
Insulect offers a comprehensive range of high voltage switchgear, covering all generation, transmission, distribution and industrial switching requirements from 40.5kV up to 1100kV.
Our applications engineering and project management team works closely with our partner XD to develop the right solution for every customer, tailored to the individual project needs. XD is one of the world’s fastest growing manufacturers in the global power transmission and distribution sector and the world’s largest manufacturer of high voltage switchgear. With a history spanning more than 55 years, they have successfully performed thousands of installations in 45 countries across Europe, Asia, the Americas and New Zealand.
Dedicated to delivering world-class solutions, all XD products are manufactured to relevant international standards and are type-tested in internationally certified laboratories such as KEMA and CESI. XD is dedicated to researching new technologies and exploring process improvements that provide up-front and whole-of-life cost savings for electrical network operators.
Our products include dead tank and live tank circuit breakers, instrument transformers, disconnectors, earth switches, bushings, post insulators, surge arrestors, as well as complete GIS solutions and hybrid switchgear.
Browse the full Insulect high voltage products range.
Service & Support
Commissioning
Insulect provides installation and commissioning services for our complete range of high voltage products and electrical asset management equipment. Having your equipment installed by one of our trained staff ensures it will be done in compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, thus maximising your investment from day one.
READ MORE: Insulect commissioning and installation services.
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Test & Maintenance
Insulect provides a range of support services for our Electrical Asset Management product range. Our trained product experts can manage your maintenance and repair requirements, allowing you to focus on core activities and free-up or reduce excess resources. Alternatively we can assist you develop in-house expertise with product and systems training for your staff.
READ MORE: Insulect repair and maintenance services.
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Training
Insulect provides complete product training support for our Electrical Asset Management equipment and software range. Our manufacturer accredited experts deliver professional, product-specific courses designed to give hands-on experience to your staff.
READ MORE: Insulect's training services.
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