What is a microgrid control system?

Emerson’s microgrid controls solution, built upon the Ovation™ control system with an integrated microgrid controller, manages a microgrid’s distributed energy assets to cost-effectively produce low-carbon electricity while maintaining grid stability and operational resiliency.

What is a compact Microgrid controller?

Combining the size and ruggedness of a PLC with the power and ease-of-integration of the Ovation control system, the compact controller is ideal for microgrid applications. Compact microgrid controller integrated with field proven control systems to satisfy power demand and maintain stable operations with minimal staffing.

What is a microgrid & how does it work?

A microgrid is a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid. It can connect and disconnect from the grid to operate in grid-connected or island mode. Microgrids can improve customer reliability and resilience to grid disturbances.

How can a microgrid controller be integrated into utility operations?

A simple method of integration of a microgrid controller into utility operations would be through abstraction. High-level use cases are presented to the operator (ex., voltage regulation, power factor control, island mode), but most actual control is handled by the remote controller and not the power system operator.

What makes SEL a good microgrid control system?

SEL is the global leader in microgrid control systems, verified by rigorous independent evaluations and proven by 15+ years of performance in the field. Our powerMAX Power Management and Control System maximizes uptime and ensures stability, keeping the microgrid operational even under extreme conditions.

How do microgrids protect against cyber attacks?

Microgrids can help the larger electrical grid become more resilient to large-scale cyber attacks, as each microgrid control system is isolated from controls in other parts of the grid. To secure the microgrid itself, layered cyber defenses are part of every SEL microgrid control system.