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SIEMENS SICAM AK3SUBSTATION AUTOMATION UNIT

SICAM AK3, the youngest member of the SICAM RTUs product family, is extremely flexible and powerful thanks to the modular, consistent SICAM system architecture. The SICAM AK3 provides a multitude of possibilities for the automation of widely distributed processes, and is the most powerful device of the SICAM RTUs product family in terms of communication, automation functionality and redundancy. Automation, telecontrol, and communication functions can be easily combined in full compliance with IEC 61850.The SICAM AK3 scores points not only with its improved mechanical design but also with significantly simplified hardware components combined with higher performance:-A more powerful power supply (optionally in redundant configuration) is as much part of the systematic enhance-ment as the integration of two network interfaces on the CPU boards (can be extended to up to four interfaces). Additional connection cards and patch plugs are no longer needed.-All existing and proven SICAM AK system concepts and functions, from redundancy to automatic data flow to SICAM Safety, and many more, are still available in the SICAM AK 3 - the third AK generation.-Like all products of the SICAM RTUs system family, the SICAM AK 3 can be also parameterized with the SICAM TOOLBOX II object-oriented engineering software.

Feature Configuration:

Based on the proven SICAM AK system, the new SICAM AK 3 has been equipped with the following additional features:

• Improved mechanical design
• New power supply (120W), optionally redundant
• New, more powerful master CPU (CP-2016) and C-CPU (CP-2019)
• Integrated Ethernet interfaces on the CP-2016 and CP 2019
• Higher availability combined with greater performance
• Reuse of peripheral modules
• Remote maintenance via encrypted end-to-end security
• BDEW and NERC CIP compliant

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Siemens SIPROTEC 6MD86 Bay Controller

The SIPROTEC 5 Bay Controller is a control and automation device with optional protection function. It is designed for use in all voltage levels from distribution to transmission. As a full member of the SIPROTEC 5 family, it allows the use of a large number of protection functions from the SIPROTEC library with identical parameters like in the protection devices. The flexible hardware concept enables the exact fitting to all amount of process data.Main function:Bay Controller for medium and high voltage switchgear. Integrated operator panel and key switches (optional). Powerful automation functionality, easily configurable with DIGSI. A large number of protection functions available.Inputs and outputs:-6 predefined standard variants with 8/8-current/voltage transformers,-11 to 75 binary inputs,-9 to 41 binary outputsHardware flexibility:Flexible adjustable HW IO-quantity within the scope of the SIPROTEC5 modular system. The use of a second row allows more than 400 in- and outputs.Width of housing:1/3 x 19 Inch - 2/1 x 19 Inch

• Application templates
• Application templates are available in DIGSI for standard applications. They comprise all basic configurations and default settings.
• The following application templates are available:
• Standard double busbar
• Double busbar feeder with switchgear interlocking system
• Synchrocheck for circuit breaker
• Switching sequence for automatic busbar transfer preconfigured (tripped by function key)
• 1.5 circuit-breaker type 1
• Control of a breaker-and-a-half diameter (3 circuit-breakers,14 disconnectors)
• Synchrocheck for the three circuit-breakers with dynamic measuring point changeover
• 1.5 circuit-breaker type 2
• Control of a part of breaker-and-a-half diameter
• Supports concepts with several bay controller per bay
• Circuit-breaker failure protection and automatic reclosing

 

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SIEMENS SIPROTEC 6MD85 BAY CONTROLLER

The SIPROTEC 6MD85 bay controller is a general-purpose control and automation device with protection function. It has been designed for utilization on all voltage levels, from distribution to transmission. As a part of the SIPROTEC 5 family, it allows the use of a large number of protection functions from the SIPROTEC library. The modular hardware permits action-related IOs to be integrated. Adapt the hardware exactly to your requirements and rely on future-oriented system solutions with high investment security and low operating costs.

Main function: Inputs and outputs

Inputs and outputs:

• 5 predefined standard variants with 4 current transformers,
  4 voltage transformers,
  11 to 75 binary inputs,
  9 to 41 binary Outputs

Hardware flexibility:

• Flexibly adjustable and expandable I/O quantity structure within the scope of the SIPROTEC 5 modular system. For great requirements placed on the quantity structure, the device can be extended in the second row. For example, this permits an additional 240 binary inputs (and more) to be used with the IO230 (see chapter "Hardware")

Housing width:

• 1/3 × 19" to 2/1 × 19"

As standard:

• Conformal coating

FUNCTIONS

DIGSI 5 permits all functions to be configured and combined as required.

• Integrated bay controller with versatile protection function from medium to extra-high voltage
• Control of switching devices
• Synchrocheck and switchgear interlocking protection
• Integrated electrical Ethernet RJ45 for DIGSI 5 and IEC 61850 (reporting and GOOSE)
• Up to 4 pluggable communication modules, usable for different and redundant protocols (IEC 61850-8-1, IEC 61850-9-2 Client, IEC 61850-9-2 Merging Unit, IEC 60870-5-103, IEC 60870-5-104, Modbus TCP, DNP3 serial and TCP, PROFINET IO) 
• Redundancy protocols PRP and HSR
• Arc protection
• Cyber security in accordance with NERC CIP and BDWE Whitepaper requirements
• Graphical logic editor to create powerful automation functions in the device
• Optional overcurrent protection for all voltage levels with 3- pole tripping
• Also used in switchgear with breaker-and-a-half configuration
• Overcurrent protection also configurable as emergency function
• Selective protection of overhead lines and cables with single-ended and multi-ended feeders using protection communication
• Secure serial protection data communication, also over great distances and all available physical media (fiber-optic cable, 2-wire connections and communication Networks)
• Capturing operational measured variables and protection function measured values to evaluate the plant state, to support commissioning, and to analyze faults
• Phasor Measurment Unit (PMU) for synchrophasor measured values and IEEE C37.118 protocol integrated
• Powerful fault recording (buffer for a max. record time of 80 s at 8 kHz or 320 s at 2 kHz)
• Auxiliary functions for simple tests and commissioning
• Flexibly adjustable I/O quantity structure within the scope of the SIPROTEC 5 modular system

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Whether for hydropower plants or in the oil and gas sector, the energy industry relies on automation for energy distribution. But many plant components are safety-critical. So it is good when the necessary safety functions are already incorporated right in the automation solution.

Use SICAM Safety for your specific needs

• SICAM Safety is primarily suitable for the automation of hydropower plants. The modules protect turbines and generators from mechanical overload by reliably detecting:
• impermissible operating states,
• imbalance of the shaft due to bearing damage,
• rise in temperature due to an interwinding fault in the generator, or
• a guide vane fracture in a Francis turbine

Profit from consistency

• SICAM Safety lets you simply and conveniently integrate safety functions in your plant. In addition to automation functions, your SICAM platform thus also fulfills the necessary safety requirements. One system, more functionality, standard engineering for safety with efficiency.
• Expand your SICAM platform

The SICAM Safety application upgrades your existing SICAM hardware with reliable open and closed loop control functions. The SICAM Safety input/output modules are designed as terminal modules, allowing them to be combined flexibly with SICAM standard modules

• Expand SICAM TOOLBOX II

Plan and implement safety-related functions with the CAEx safety toolset – conveniently and simply in a single engineering tool

 

SICAM SGU

Smart Grid Unit to connect your Grid

Balancing supply and load is a challenge in a market with a growing energy demand and multiple decentralized energy resources. Even the most advanced management systems require numerous field devices to monitor and control the process level. Those devices have usually to be compact, cost-efficient and provide a secure communication interface even in remote locations.

 

SICAM SGU 7XV5676 has such a secure and cellular communication build to connect with an energy management system. It can be used for smart grid purposes as various as demand response, DER controller for virtual power plants, renewable integration in microgrids, or small RTU. (EEG-Box only for German version)

Binary inputs, outputs and LEDs

• 6 ruggedized EMC – hardened binary inputs with pickup voltage threshold settable to DC 19 V, DC 88 V or DC 176 V for different station battery voltages
• 6 command relay outputs. Safe state of contacts after loss of connection settable by the user
• Signal / Alarm outputs: 4 LED

Housing

• Plastic housing for DIN rail mounting
• Dimensions : 96 x 96 x 100 mm (W x H x D)
• Protection class : IP20

Standards

• CE, UL, IEC 60255, IEEE 61000

Temperature range

• From -25C to +70C

Protocols, Communication

• Electrical RJ45 Ethernet interface (100Base-TX)
• HTTP server, incl. password protection for critical actions
• SNTP Client for time synchronization

Variant 7XV5676-0JJ00-7AA1

• Open ADR 2.0a, with integrated secure TLS
• Wide-range power supply: DC 24–250 V ±20 % and AC 100–230 V, 45–65 Hz

Variant 7XV5676-1JJ70-8AA2

• IEC 60870-5-104 communication protocol
• Power supply: DC 24V connected to SELV power supply

GPRS communication

• Frequency bands: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 MHz
• GPRS multi-slot class 10, coding schema 1-4
• Data speed: 80 kbps in downlink and 40 kbps in uplink

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SIEMENS SICAM PTS PROTOCOL TEST SYSTEM  ENGINEERING TOOL FOR SUBSTATION AUTOMATION

A good standard. IEC standard protocols employed in modern substation control enable homogeneous, vendor-neutral total solutions and offer optimum investment security for the operator. Even with standardized protocols, the analysis or simulation of the behavior of the employed devices is a daily requirement in the operation and installation of substation control systems. The SICAM Protocol Test System provides this functionality. Simulating individual or several devices simplifies process-es, especially when planning systems. Importing the IEC 61850 standard files enables the user to simulate device behavior and to streamline test and com-missioning procedures. Vendor-neutral, comprehensive analysis features help to resolve errors or faults of individual devices. The SICAM Protocol Test System assists system planners and operators to simplify their daily work and will become an indispensable tool.

Features

Characteristics and technical highlights

• Product and vendor-neutral testing system
• Simulation of up to 255 IEC 61850 servers
• Interactive simulation (commands and feedback) of entire systems incl. third-party devices - SCD, ICD import (ICD files for SIPROTEC 4 devices are already included in the software package)
• Simulation of malfunctions
• Dynamic measured value with auto-simulation
• Simulation of fault records
• GOOSE publish
• Network overview analysis - which server is connected to which client?
• Testing the NTP time server in the network
• Simple operation – no training required
• Plain-text display also for IEC60870-5-101, -104 and -103 with storable data models using .csv file import of long texts.
• Long-time recording
• For Windows operating systems

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SIEMENS SICAM PAS SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SYSTEM

Siemens SICAM PAS (Power Automation System) substation automation system meets all the demands placed on a distributed substation control system both now and in the future. For some years now, power generation and distribution have been undergoing major changes. The innovation cycles (where operating equipment and communication media are concerned) are getting ever shorter, and the market is becoming increasingly deregulated. The systems used to monitor power supply equipment and processes must take account of these changes. When new products are used, user friendliness, easy engineering, manifold interfacing to various communication media and extensibility are important Features.

Amongst many other standardized communication protocols, SICAM PAS substation automation system particularly supports the IEC 61850 standard for communication between substations and IEDs. SICAM PAS is an open system and  in addition to standardized data Transfer processes it Features user interfaces for the integration of system-specific tasks and offers multiple automation options. SICAM PAS can thus be easily included in existing systems and used for system integration, too. With modern diagnostics, it optimally supports commissioning and maintenance. SICAM PAS is clearly structured and reliable, thanks to its open, fully documented and tested System.

Essential Features

• Modular and scalable hardware and software
• User-friendly
• Flexible, graphical configuration of automation
• Open system thanks to standards

Details

System Overview

System Overview, application and functionality of SICAM PAS

• SICAM PAS is an energy automation solution; its system architecture makes it scalable
• SICAM PAS is suitable for operating a substation not only from one single station level computer, but also in combination with further SICAM PAS or other station control units
• Communication in this network is based on a powerful Ethernet LAN
• With its features and its modular expandability, SICAM PAS covers a broad range of applications and supports distributed system configurations
• A distributed SICAM PAS system operates simultaneously on several computers
• SICAM PAS can use existing hardware components and communication standards as well as their connections
• SICAM PAS controls and registers the process data for all devices of a substation, within the scope of the data transfer protocols supported
• SICAM PAS is a communication gateway. This is why only one single data connection to a higher-level system control center is required
• SICAM PAS enables integration of a fully graphical process visualization system directly in the substation
• SICAM PAS simplifies installation and parameterization of new devices, thanks to its intuitive user interface
• SICAM PAS is notable for its online parameter setting features, particularly when the system has to be expanded. There are no generation times; loading into a target system is not required at all or only required if configuration is performed on a separate engineering PC
• SICAM PAS features integrated testing and diagnostic functions
• Its user-friendliness, its operator control logic, its orientation to the Windows world and its open structure ideally suit user''''s requirements
• SICAM PAS is developed in accordance with selected security standards and meets modern demands placed on safe communication.

 

Product Details:

One Software for all SIPROTEC Protection Relays

The PC operating program DIGSI 4 is the user interface to the SIPROTEC devices, regardless of their version. It is designed with a modern, intuitive user interface. With DIGSI 4, SIPROTEC devices are configured and evaluated – it is the tailored program
for industrial and energy distribution systems.

 

• DIGSI 4 Scientific
• (available for universities, colleges and research institutes).
  Order your DIGSI 4 Software free of charge:

All energy suppliers – whether they provide electricity, natural gas, water, or district heating – face ever greater and more complex demands as they implement new energy mixes. SICAM 230 is a scalable system for a broad range of applications and can be used from an integrated energy system for utility companies to a monitoring system for smart grid applications.

The SICAM 230 architecture is completely consistent – from the on-site controls to the redundant multi-hierarchic control system. New in the control room: SICAM 230 supports multi-touch controls. Use familiar gestures such as “swipe” or “zoom” for optimal control – to move or zoom in on a world view, for example. Adaptable multi-screen concept: SICAM 230 allows different monitor configurations within a single project. Screen layouts and user concepts can be tailored to the individual.

The user interface and display elements of system windows such as lists, trend charts, and log outputs can be parameterized, so users see only those features relevant to the processes they monitor.

Systematic locking mechanisms at the operating system level ensure secure operation, blocking unauthorized access to other system functions. Installing SICAM 230 is comparable to configuring standard software such as the Microsoft Office Suite. OPM II is the ideal tool to create and maintain the basic data model. This object-oriented process data manager is part of the SICAM TOOLBOX II engineering software for the entire SICAM product family.

Logging and archiving features

• Flexible reporting is an essential component of any control system. SICAM 230’s Easy Energy Reporting requires no special expertise. Standardized layouts based on Microsoft Excel are available for all areas. Use daily, monthly or annual logs to generate manual or cyclical reports from the SICAM 230 archive even save them directly to PDF. In addition to the reports, SICAM 230 also offers an archive editor with the following features:
• Manual correction of corrupted/invalid archive data
• Linear interpolation
• Copy and paste function for archive data

Energy distribution calculation

• The deployment and expansion of renewable energies is accompanied by shifts in the direction of the energy flow. On certain days, energy may be fed from cities and towns back into the high-voltage grid of upstream energy companies. Public utilities typically lack the tools needed to properly calculate the flow in demand.
• SICAM 230 calculates energy distribution using a simplified, single-phase, strictly ohmic model without the phase angle. During the multi-step command, the system calculates the future grid status and alarms the user if there is a risk of overload. The “Simulation” add-on module lets the user run various scenarios in advance to preview the expected energy distribution offline.

Seamless documentation

• From request to approval and planning to implementation, all the necessary transactions are displayed in one user-friendly workflow and are seamlessly documented. The layouts and documentation expressions can be easily customized in Microsoft Word.

Automation platform

• The growth of decentralized energy producers, the requirements placed on energy companies and the expected rise in the number of electric vehicles all require increased automation of the distribution network. It’s impossible to rule out disruptions in the energy supply and lapses in the permitted quality of the electrical voltage, but these events must always be monitored and logged.

Our products and solutions for substation automation comply with IEC 61850. This standard represents a major step toward grid intelligence, because it meets the high communication requirements in terms of data volume, speed, etc. Additional benefits include easy integration of third-party devices and maximum viability for the future thanks to reusable engineering data. Intelligent applications can also be implemented through IEC 61850.

 

For substation automation, we offer you preconfigured (and therefore highly cost-effective) system solutions for many typical applications. We also develop individual solutions to meet specific customer requirements. We supply all the secondary equipment in transmission and distribution networks for new installations, expansions, and modernizations. Our products and solutions feature scalable quantity structures, while offering a variety of interfaces and efficient operation on all levels.

 

ENEAS system solutions ensure seamless system integration. Substation information and control are based on distributed devices, resulting in a wide range of functions and applications for data acquisition, control, and monitoring, as well as protection and communication.

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SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS FOR CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES

We offer Substation Automation Solutions for Chemical Industries for boosting the efficiency of operations and avoiding unnecessary breakdowns.  We also provide training in our new installation for operation and maintenance staff of client to better understanding technology, thus increasing the plant efficiency. 

Our Substation Automation Solutions for Chemical Industries are as follows: 

Engineering Solutions:

•  Auto Transfer Scheme for Incomer and DG switchover 

A bus transfer system is designed to provide process continuity to the loads attached to a motor bus while transferring the bus from one source to another. A successful bus transfer under contingent conditions provides immense value and benefits to continuous process operations that cannot afford an interruption of power supply to plant auxiliaries. 

We are experienced in designing and implementing such schemes for substations.  This can be done as a retrofit in existing panels or supplied as a new panel as per station condition and requirement.

• Load Shedding scheme

During overloads in the mains, the load shedding applied to interruptible loads is often the only solution to keep the industries in operation. Normally, in such cases, non-critical loads that are earlier identified are tripped automatically to avoid interruption of critical loads and induced penalties when power is being drawn from the grid. 

We offer a range of products and solutions from Siemens/Schneider for these critical operations based on Current, Power or frequency for load shedding.

• Power System Studies and Relay Coordination’s

Relay coordination study and analysis is performed to make sure that safety operation of the system are functioning correctly and to avoid the nuisance tripping, as protection is a major concern in any industry and they rely on protective devices for the same. 

        The aim of a coordination study is to determine the characteristics, ratings, and settings of overcurrent protective devices which will ensure that minimum unfaulty load is interrupted when protective devices isolate a fault or overload anywhere in the system.

• Protection System Upgradation/ Retrofits with Modern Numerical Relays

Older relay usually outdated, are supposed to be replaced in industries to avoid mal tripping and ease operations in a plant. We offer 

1. Replacement of old Electromechanical Relays with Numerical Relays
2. Replacement of Outdated Numerical Relays with Latest Models
3. Upgradation of existing SCADA system
4. Integration of additional Devices into existing SCADA

            Our team is experienced in carrying out such services in all types of industries, from data collection, to upgradation and handing over. 

• Outage Loss Monitoring meters

Outages can cause losses in an industry. These outages are often classified as Controlled outage (normal shutdown) or uncontrolled outage (fault trip). Our meters are specifically designed to register such outages in Minutes or seconds and report to automation system. This helps in evaluation of losses on per day, per month or per year basis. 

Testing and AMC Solutions

• Testing of Substation Equipment’s

Testing of substation equipment’s is a critical task with several standards defined for each equipment for testing. This ensures a proper operation in the substation in the team of experts can give you all kinds of Testing and commissioning of Substations. We can work all across the voltage levels LV, MV, HV and EHV

Product Details:

We are the leading Service Providers for Automation/Scada solutions & their testing.

It’s Time to Transform Your Projects and Operations: 

Many of the industry’s standard approaches were created decades ago, long before today’s innovation. Doing more of the same is yielding only incremental benefits and management expects you to deliver better results. With a partner like Siemens/ABB/ALSTOM, you can. Our automation expertise – from projects to operations – is focused on helping you hit your targets and move your organization into Top Quartile performance.

You need a partner with the expertise and track record to deliver predictable success.

We’re ready to put our industry-tailored experience and solutions to work for you.

AUTOMATION/SCADA SOLUTIONS APPLICATIONSINDUSTRIES LIKE POWER GENERATION: 

Power Generation:-

Today’s operational realities are making it more difficult to achieve your business objectives.

As a power producer, you’re facing dynamic times. Renewables, plant cycling, regulatory compliance and an evolving workforce are all making it more difficult for you to achieve your business objectives. It’s because of these challenges that more and more power producers are turning to Siemens/ABB/Alstom. Our team of power industry experts work with you to enhance your operational readiness – improving plant availability and flexibility while also enhancing workforce proficiency and productivity.

Industrial Energy

ENHANCE YOUR PROFITABILITY THROUGH BETTER INDUSTRIAL ENERGY AND UTILITY PERFORMANCE

Stable utility operations are needed to support all production. Energy is a large part of your operating costs and emissions constraints are increasing. With Emerson’s help you can make utility performance reliable and responsive, improve efficiency, maximize low cost fuel use, and lower emissions… all at the same time.

SUBSTATION CONTROLLERS & SWITCHES

we offer an industry-leading suite of substation controllers and switches that support a variety of substation control, communication, monitoring, protection and automation applications and functions.

SAS TO UTILITIES RELAY,MFM,IEC-104/101/103/61850 & MODBUS.

 Reliable transmission and distribution of electricity is the key to a Smart Grid and an integral requirement for Utilities. Substation Automation Systems (SAS) as a comprehensive part of substation control and monitoring solution provides functions such as advanced power system management and monitoring of the condition of the equipment while as service.

Power, a non-renewable source of energy is one of the most focused industries today. For systematic power distribution, power has to be healthy. At every substation level the parameters are checked to determine the condition of power. These parameters go through different stages of checking, rectifying, controlling, etc which are performed at substation level. To integrate all these functions in a system & to perform simultaneous checks, substation automation systems are brought in concept.

We are the leading enablers of  substation  automation  solutions  including  IEC 61850 /104 /101 /103/61850 & Modbus. Our substation automation offerings comply with IEC 61850 standard,, ensuring key to protection, control, automation, monitoring and real-time communications capabilities of substations with existing legacy as well as systems for future. Our smart automation reduces operational and maintenance costs, thereby increasing the performance of the plant and improving the efficiency in operations.

SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SYSTEMS

Electric utilities and independent power producers are under increasing pressure to ensure their grids remain reliable over a wide range of operating conditions and to extend the operating life of key assets.

 

Product Details:

For some years now, power generation and distribution have been undergoing major changes. The innovation cycles (where operating equipment and communication media are concerned) are getting ever shorter, and the market is becoming increasingly deregulated. The systems used to monitor power supply equipment and processes must take account of these changes. When new products are used, user friendliness, easy engineering, manifold interfacing to various communication media and extensibility are important Features. SICAM PAS (Power Automation System) meets all the demands placed on a distributed substation control system – both now and in the future. Amongst many other standardized communication protocols, SICAM PAS particularly supports the IEC 61850 standard for communication between substations and IEDs. SICAM PAS is an open system and – in addition to standardized data Transfer processes – it Features user interfaces for the integration of system-specific tasks and offers multiple automation options. SICAM PAS can thus be easily included in existing systems and used for system integration, too. With modern diagnostics, it optimally supports commissioning and maintenance. SICAM PAS is clearly structured and reliable, thanks to its open, fully documented and tested System.

Essential Features

• Modular and scalable hardware and software
• User-friendly
• Flexible, graphical configuration of automation
• Open system thanks to standards

Details

System Overview

System Overview, application and functionality of SICAM PAS

• SICAM PAS is an energy automation solution; its system architecture makes it scalable
• SICAM PAS is suitable for operating a substation not only from one single station level computer, but also in combination with further SICAM PAS or other station control units
• Communication in this network is based on a powerful Ethernet LAN
• With its features and its modular expandability, SICAM PAS covers a broad range of applications and supports distributed system configurations
• A distributed SICAM PAS system operates simultaneously on several computers
• SICAM PAS can use existing hardware components and communication standards as well as their connections
• SICAM PAS controls and registers the process data for all devices of a substation, within the scope of the data transfer protocols supported
• SICAM PAS is a communication gateway. This is why only one single data connection to a higher-level system control center is required
• SICAM PAS enables integration of a fully graphical process visualization system directly in the substation
• SICAM PAS simplifies installation and parameterization of new devices, thanks to its intuitive user interface
• SICAM PAS is notable for its online parameter setting features, particularly when the system has to be expanded. There are no generation times; loading into a target system is not required at all or only required if configuration is performed on a separate engineering PC
• SICAM PAS features integrated testing and diagnostic functions
• Its user-friendliness, its operator control logic, its orientation to the Windows world and its open structure ideally suit users’ requirements
• SICAM PAS is developed in accordance with selected security standards and meets modern demands placed on safe communication. 

System Architecture

 

SICAM PAS works on industrial-standard hardware with the Microsoft Windows operating systems. The advantages of this platform are low hardware and software costs, ease of operation, scalability, flexibility and constantly available support. With the powerful real-time data distribution system, applications can be allocated among several computers, thus boosting performance, connectivity and availability. 

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SIEMENS SICAM SCC HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE (HMI) FOR POWERAUTOMATION SYSTEMS

Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for powerautomation systems

SICAM SCC

The process and visualization system SICAM SCC is a central element of energy automation solutions. The system is independent of the substation technology installed. SICAM SCC is compatible with the SICAM PAS Power Automation System, the products of the SICAM RTUs line. And in case you are not using a substation controller in your station: SICAM SCC communicates directly with bay units and protection devices that support the IEC 61850 communication standard. As a result it can be used as an overall HMI system for devices. The SIMATIC WinCC based SICAM SCC system is scalable and offers efficient engineering for energy automation applications at utilities and industrial enterprises.

Features

SIMATIC WinCC – the platform on which SICAM SCC operates 

Important characteristics – overview

The WinCC basic software is the core of an integrated system comprising WinCC, WinCC options and WinCC Add-ons, all designed to build up a solution tailored to your specific requirements.

The basic software itself represents a powerful, universally applicable process visualization system that offers all features of a sophisticated HMI Software:

Runtime Software

All HMI functions onboard, this characterizes the Runtime component of the WinCC basic software. Starting with a user administration that meets all requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ranging to a user interface with lots of configurable controls and functions up to a performant message and archiving system based on the integrated MS SQL Server. Reporting and logging system as well as integrated control technology functions complete the list.

SIMATIC WinCC – detailed description of the major functions

Basic functionality

The runtime application of the WinCC basic software

Product Details:

The process and visualization system SICAM SCC is a central element of energy automation solutions. The system is independent of the substation technology installed. SICAM SCC is compatible with the SICAM PAS Power Automation System, the products of the SICAM RTUs line. And in case you are not using a substation controller in your station: SICAM SCC communicates directly with bay units and protection devices that support the IEC 61850 communication standard. As a result it can be used as an overall HMI system for devices. The SIMATIC WinCC based SICAM SCC system is scalable and offers efficient engineering for energy automation applications at utilities and industrial enterprises.

Features

• SIMATIC WinCC – the platform on which SICAM SCC operates

Important characteristics – overview

• The WinCC basic software is the core of an integrated system comprising WinCC, WinCC options and WinCC Add-ons, all designed to build up a solution tailored to your specific requirements.
• The basic software itself represents a powerful, universally applicable process visualization system that offers all features of a sophisticated HMI Software:

Runtime Software

• All HMI functions onboard, this characterizes the Runtime component of the WinCC basic software. Starting with a user
• administration that meets all requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ranging to a user interface with lots of configurable controls and functions up to a performant message and archiving system based on the integrated MS SQL Server. Reporting and logging system as well as integrated control technology functions complete the list.

SIMATIC WinCC – detailed description of the major functions

• Basic functionality
• The runtime application of the WinCC basic software

Overview

• Integrated User Management
• User Interface
• Message system
• Archiving system
• Reporting and Logging System
• Control technology functions (Basic Process Control)

Engineering Software

• The Engineering Component WinCC CS offers a set of editors that leave nothing to be desired when talking about efficiency or user friendliness. Libraries and wizards make the generation of a project fast and easy and reduce error-proneness considerably. As a software for most complex HMI tasks, WinCC is able to handle comprehensive projects and mass data.

WinCC – configuration

• Overview of the WinCC Editors
• Wizards and libraries
• Engineering of large projects
• Configuring multilingual applications

Scalability with WinCC

• Client-Server solutions
• Central Archive Server Solutions
• Redundant Server Solutions
• Web-Client Solutions
• Thin-Client Solutions

Virtualization

• In addition to WinCC Clients, WinCC Servers can now also be used with WinCC V7.0 SP3 under VMware ESXi, and engineering stations under VMware Workstation or VMware Player. This means that complex client/server structures as well as single-user systems can be configured with virtual environments.

Virtualization with SIMATIC WinCC

• Description
• Benefits
• Hardware and software requirements
• Options released for virtual environments

Product Details:

An important function of digital protection is to store disturbance records for more accurate analysis of critical events in the grid. As the memory for such records is limited in the relay it has shown convenient to extract them by use of standardized communication and store them on a hard disk on station level for further use.

Serial communication of digital protective devices to Substation Control Systems has been standardized and published as IEC standard protocol 60870-5-103. Recently the new standard for power utility communication IEC 61850 has added much more flexibility and performance to data exchange with different IEDs.

Product Details:

Smart Grid Unit to connect your Grid 

Balancing supply and load is a challenge in a market with a growing energy demand and multiple decentralized energy resources. Even the most advanced management systems require numerous field devices to monitor and control the process level. Those devices have usually to be compact, cost-efficient and provide a secure communication interface even in remote locations.

 

SICAM SGU 7XV5676 has such a secure and cellular communication build to connect with an energy management system. It can be used for smart grid purposes as various as demand response, DER controller for virtual power plants, renewable integration in microgrids, or small RTU. (EEG-Box only for German version)

Binary inputs, outputs and LEDs

• 6 ruggedized EMC – hardened binary inputs with pickup voltage threshold settable to DC 19 V, DC 88 V or DC 176 V for different station battery voltages
• 6 command relay outputs. Safe state of contacts after loss of connection settable by the user
• Signal / Alarm outputs: 4 LED

Housing

• Plastic housing for DIN rail mounting
• Dimensions : 96 x 96 x 100 mm (W x H x D)
• Protection class : IP20

Standards

• CE, UL, IEC 60255, IEEE 61000

Temperature range

• From -25C to +70C

Protocols, Communication

• Electrical RJ45 Ethernet interface (100Base-TX)
• HTTP server, incl. password protection for critical actions
• SNTP Client for time synchronization

Variant 7XV5676-0JJ00-7AA1

• Open ADR 2.0a, with integrated secure TLS
• Wide-range power supply: DC 24–250 V ±20 % and AC 100–230 V, 45–65 Hz

Variant 7XV5676-1JJ70-8AA2

• IEC 60870-5-104 communication protocol
• Power supply: DC 24V connected to SELV power supply

GPRS communication

• Frequency bands: 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 MHz
• GPRS multi-slot class 10, coding schema 1-4
• Data speed: 80 kbps in downlink and 40 kbps in uplink
• SIM card replaceable without opening device’s cover
• 2 LEDs for GPRS status, SMA socket for external antenna
• Approvals: R&TTE (Europe)

VPN security

• IPSec in Tunnel Mode with ESP
• Authentication / encryption based on pre-shared key or private key and X.509 certificates
• Internet Key Exchange protocol: IKEv1, IKEv2
• Authentication algorithms: HMAC-MD5, HMAC-SHA1
• Encryption algorithms: DES, 3DES, AES-(128, 192, 256)

Product Details:

The SICAM Bay Controller is designed for use with the SICAM AK substation automation system. The device can be ordered as modular variant (for large IO-requirements) and as compact variant (for smaller IO-requirements).

About Solutions for Substation Automation

Based on proven concepts, our substation automation solutions are perfectly suited to handle all substation automation tasks – for all voltage levels and all types of switchgear. We can implement decentralized solutions based on distributed field devices, as well as centralized remote control systems with integrated automation and node functions, or multi-functional protection systems for the coordination and interaction of different kinds of protective gear.

Digital Substation Automation Systems

Our products and solutions for substation automation comply with IEC 61850. This standard represents a major step toward grid intelligence, because it meets the high communication requirements in terms of data volume, speed, etc. Additional benefits include easy integration of third-party devices and maximum viability for the future thanks to reusable engineering data. Intelligent applications can also be implemented through IEC 61850.

 

For substation automation, we offer you preconfigured (and therefore highly cost-effective) system solutions for many typical applications. We also develop individual solutions to meet specific customer requirements. We supply all the secondary equipment in transmission and distribution networks for new installations, expansions, and modernizations. Our products and solutions feature scalable quantity structures, while offering a variety of interfaces and efficient operation on all levels.

 

ENEAS system solutions ensure seamless system integration. Substation information and control are based on distributed devices, resulting in a wide range of functions and applications for data acquisition, control, and monitoring, as well as protection and communication.

Product Details:

SIEMENS SICAM GRIDPASS CERTIFICATE MANAGER

SICAM GridPass - based on international standards, manages digital certificates automatically to enable effective and efficient management of security controls, thereby forming a cornerstone of a scalable PKI for the next-generation substations.

SICAM GridPass manages the following aspects:

• Authenticate: Check identity and authenticity of automated signing requests
• Issue: Sign certificates automatically or manually
• Renew: Renew certificates
• Revoke: Manage and publish a list of revoked certificates

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Siemens SICAM DISTOSoftware for detection and storage of fault records

An important function of digital protection is to store disturbance records for more accurate analysis of critical events in the grid. As the memory for such records is limited in the relay it has shown convenient to extract them by use of standardized communication and store them on a hard disk on station level for further use. Serial communication of digital protective devices to Substation Control Systems has been standardized and published as IEC standard protocol 60870-5-103. Recently the new standard for power utility communication IEC 61850 has added much more flexibility and performance to data exchange with different IEDs.

Product Details:

The PC operating program DIGSI 4 is the user interface to the SIPROTEC devices. It is designed with a modern, intuitive user interface. With DIGSI 4, SIPROTEC devices are configured and evaluated – it is the tailored program for industrial and energy distribution systems.

For the system engineering of DIGSI 4 parameterized devices, the IEC 61850 system configurator is used.

The IEC 61850 system configurator is the manufacturer-neutral solution for the interoperable engineering of IEC 61850 products and systems. The tool supports the SCL (Substation Configuration Description Language) configuration files from the IEC 61850-6 through import or export of all formats (ICD/IID/CID/SCD/SSD/SED).

Thus, IEC 61850 devices can be added and a complete IEC 61850 station is available for the substation automation Technology.

Simple protection setting From the numerous protection functions, it is possible to easily select only those which are really required. This increases the clearness of the other menus.

Device setting with primary or secondary values The settings can be entered and displayed as primary or secondary values. Switching over between primary and secondary values is done with one mouse click in the toolbar.

Assignment matrix The DIGSI 4 matrix shows the user the complete configuration of the device at a glance. For example, the assignment of the LEDs, the binary inputs, and the output relays are displayed in one image. With one click, the assignment can be changed.

CFC: Projecting the logic instead of programming With the CFC (continuous function chart), it is possible to link and drive information without software knowledge by simply drawing technical processes, interlocks and operating sequences. Logical elements such as AND, OR, timers, etc., as well as limit value requests of measured values, are available.

Commissioning

Special attention has been paid to commissioning. All binary inputs and outputs can be set and read out in targeted way. Thus, a very simple wiring test is possible. Messages can be sent to the serial interface deliberately for test purposes.

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The SICAM Fault Collector Gateway (FCG) device receives both the load current values and distribution line faults via the SICAM Fault Sensor Indicator (FSI)

The received information status and events are transmitted to the control center based on the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol or to the Siemens FLiC service using the XMPP protocol. The fault detected by SICAM FSI is communicated to SICAM FCG via short-range radio (SRR) communication within a distance of 100 meters.

SICAM FCG provides 6 binary inputs and 3 binary outputs. SICAM FCG can be configured and diagnosed locally using the Web GUI by connecting to a PC or laptop computer or remotely via General Packet Radio Service (GPRS).

The SICAM FCG has a plastic housing and it is strongly recommended to mount it within a metal cabinet for additional protection. The Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and short-range radio antenna are mounted outside the metallic cabinet. SICAM FSI firmware and parameters can be updated from the SICAM FCG.

SICAM FCG Web GUI allows you to configure the parameters, display error and event log, upgrade of firmware, and download the configuration.

Binary Interfaces

• On the terminal block L, all the 3 binary inputs are independent and have a fixed threshold of 8 V. On the terminal block P, 2 binary inputs have a common root (P8, P9, and P10), 1 binary input (P11, P12) is independent.
• These binary inputs have selectable thresholds of DC 19 V, DC 88 V, or DC 176 V. Therefore an optimal adjustment to the pickup voltage can be made in the case of increased interference level.
• The binary outputs are designed as relay contacts. The terminal block P has 2 relay outputs Normally open (NO) and one relay output change over (CO). The relays can switch voltages up to AC/DC 250 V and currents up to AC/DC 5 A.

Communication

• SICAM FCG is a gateway device on the communication network between the SICAM FSIs and the control center. It provides interfaces and supports communication protocols to the SICAM FSIs (via short-range radio) and to the control center (via mobile networks). The gateway contains an interworking function for the communication exchanged between SICAM FSIs and the control center. The various device communication interfaces and protocols are available for the communication between the SICAM FCG and the control center.
• SICAM FCG has an Ethernet interface which supports the device parameterization and the monitoring.
• The communication interface supports the device parameterization and the transmission of messages and measured values. The information is transmitted in telegrams in a secured way.

Product Details:

SIEMENS SICAM SCC HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE (HMI) FOR POWER AUTOMATION SYSTEMS

The process and visualization system SICAM SCC is a central element of energy automation solutions. The system is independent of the substation technology installed. SICAM SCC is compatible with the SICAM PAS Power Automation System, the products of the SICAM RTUs line. And in case you are not using a substation controller in your station: SICAM SCC communicates directly with bay units and protection devices that support the IEC 61850 communication standard. As a result it can be used as an overall HMI system for devices. The SIMATIC WinCC based SICAM SCC system is scalable and offers efficient engineering for energy automation applications at utilities and industrial enterprises.

FEATURES

 

SIMATIC WinCC – the platform on which SICAM SCC operates 

Important characteristics – overview 
The WinCC basic software is the core of an integrated system comprising WinCC, WinCC options and WinCC Add-ons, all designed to build up a solution tailored to your specific requirements. 

The basic software itself represents a powerful, universally applicable process visualization system that offers all features of a sophisticated HMI Software: 

Runtime Software 
All HMI functions onboard, this characterizes the Runtime component of the WinCC basic software. Starting with a user 
administration that meets all requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ranging to a user interface with lots of configurable controls and functions up to a performant message and archiving system based on the integrated MS SQL Server. Reporting and logging system as well as integrated control technology functions complete the list.

 

SIMATIC WinCC – detailed description of the major functions
Basic functionality 
The runtime application of the WinCC basic software

OVERVIEW

• Integrated User Management

• User Interface

• Message system

• Archiving system

• Reporting and Logging System

• Control technology functions (Basic Process Control)

Engineering Software
The Engineering Component WinCC CS offers a set of editors that leave nothing to be desired when talking about efficiency or user friendliness. Libraries and wizards make the generation of a project fast and easy and reduce error-proneness considerably. As a software for most complex HMI tasks, WinCC is able to handle comprehensive projects and mass data.

 

WinCC – configuration
Efficiency and ergonomics in engineering

OVERVIEW

• Overview of the WinCC Editors

• Wizards and libraries

• Engineering of large projects

• Configuring multilingual applications

Scalability
The basic system is scalable in all respects by employing WinCC options. The basic software can already be adapted to increasing quantity structures by finely graded licenses. Yet, a chosen license can easily be upgraded in regard to the number of process tags. By employing WinCC/Server, you can run WinCC as a client/server application. WinCC/Redundancy is used to build up a highly available SCADA system. WinCC/CAS offers the possibility for setting up a scalable, central process data archiving. The WinCC/Web Navigator allows you to visualize and operate your plant via the Internet with nearly the same functionality as a WinCC client but with unbeatable flexibility.

 

Scalability with WinCC
From single-user system to web-based solution

OVERVIEW

• Client-Server solutions

• Central Archive Server Solutions

• Redundant Server Solutions

 

 

SICAM TOOLBOX II provides all functions for integrated and standard engineering throughout the entire plant.

• Data collection, data modeling, configuration, and parameterization
• Engineering of process information for the automation and central control-room systems
• Administration of the systems and individual parameters of third-party manufacturers. SICAM TOOLBOX II is an ideal tool for plants and systems of all sizes.

Integrated system

• One tool for all systems
• Third-party systems
• Standard engineering throughout
• Scalable

Object orientation

• Straightforward, transparent engineering
• Improved engineering quality
• Increased engineering efficiency
• Lower costs for engineering

Standard data storage throughout

• Central database
• Less work for data input
• No duplicated entries
• Fewer input errors

Engineering of the technical process

• Simple system testing – online and offline
• Plain text diagnosis
• Remote maintenance
• Simultaneous logging and simulation of messages
• Local and remote functions

Functions for control center systems

• Reduction of initial generation time
• More rational and efficient engineering

Functions for SICAM automation systems

• Simple system test online and offline
• Plain-text fault diagnosis
• Remote maintenance
• Logging and simulation of telegrams
• Local and remote functions

Functions for central-room center systems

• Engineering of process variables
• Non-redundant data input (for example, transfer of the SICAM RTU telegram address)
• Automatic generation of attributes with formulae
• Automatic generation of the text address
• Generation of the database
• Context-sensitive loading of SICAM TOOLBOX II from the system display of the control-room system

Functions for PLC applications

• Completely graphical user interface
• Object-oriented
• Compliance with IEC 61131-3 standard
• Simple offline/online test

Functions for third-party systems

• Open interface
• Import and export of engineering data
• Simple transfer of existing data
• All attributes self-definable in the customer project

The key to continuously improving power supply is essentially in depth knowledge of the relevant conditions of the local network. This is achieved through the use of all available sources connected to the system. Siemens offers a complete portfolio for network monitoring, power quality recording, fault recording, phasor measurement and system software application. Power quality and measurements supports power supply utilities and consumers with solutions required for the precise measurement, recording and reporting of the necessary distribution network data used to continuously determine, adapt and improve the power quality.

SICAM FCM the finger on the pulse of your distribution Network

SICAM FCM (Feeder Condition Monitor) is a short circuit and ground fault indicator with direction indication which uses protection algorithms and latest low power sensor technology according to IEC 60044, yielding top results, particularly in isolated or compensated distribution networks.

 

SICAM FCM offers comprehensive measured values to monitor the load of distribution network components thus providing accurate data on the network condition. Live values, e.g. of a transformer operated at overload, allow countermeasures to be taken in time such as load shedding or reducing the feedback power in the affected network segment. In order to correctly evaluate the condition of the distribution network, SICAM FCM provides all relevant data via a Modbus RTU interface.

Benefits

• Usable in grounded, isolated and compensated net-works.
• Directional short-circuit and ground fault detection.
• Exact and fast fault localization minimizes staff and traveling expenses.
• Selective fault information with direction indication used as a basis for "self-healing" applications.
• Service restoration times possible in the range of minutes or seconds (depending on the primary equip-ment)
• Minimal loss of network fees/end consumer fees.
• Reliable measured values for operation management and planning.
• Targeted use of investment resources in the network planning and network expansion.
• Use of low-power sensors and high quality measurement equipment with a measuring accuracy of 99%.

SICAM Diamond is a visualization and diagnosis system suitable for use with both Siemens telecontrol and station control technology. It is designed for substations which require a low-cost, simple-to-use, easily configured operating and monitoring system. The use of modern Web technology allows the sub-station to be monitored from any location without the installation of special software.

 

The RUGGEDCOM-Selector lets you configure RUGGEDCOM products quickly, easily, and efficiently, by using targeted navigation through selection menus or by entering item numbers. Selected products can then be ordered directly by transferring the parts list into the Industry Mall.

Features

• In addition to the diagnostic functions, SICAM Diamond provides a number of other functions for operating and monitoring the process:
• The process and system status messages as well as the switching actions are logged every millisecond to an event list
• Selected messages can be routed to an alarm list that can be configured for alarm acknowledgement
• Archiving: The content of the event list as well as measured values and count values combined in groups can be archived in month-specific files for a period of 12 months. The archive files can be downloaded via the intranet/Internet and further analyzed, for example, in Microsoft Excel
• SICAM Recpro saves the fault records automatically called up from the protective devices via SICAM PAS to a fault record archive. This archive can be accessed via the intranet/Internet using SICAM Diamond for visualization, analysis and downloading
• Graphical system diagrams can be generated for system management using an optional single line editor
• Unlike conventional operating and monitoring systems, SICAM Diamond can be configured quickly and without a long training period even by less experienced users.

Benefits

• SICAM Diamond for operation and monitoring – the benefits:
• reliable implementation of switching actions thanks to a comprehensive overview of the station
• cost and resource-optimized access to substations via Web-based clients
• higher operating safety thanks to uniform, intuitive user interface
• simple configuration through the use of automatically generated import files
• reliable, in-depth diagnosis possible by every client
• simple administration of access rights with the Admin tool
• simple to adapt and adjust if the station is extended/modified

Product Details:

For some years now, power generation and distribution have been undergoing major changes. The innovation cycles (where operating equipment and communication media are concerned) are getting ever shorter, and the market is becoming increasingly deregulated. The systems used to monitor power supply equipment and processes must take account of these changes.

 

When new products are used, user friendliness, easy engineering, manifold interfacing to various communication media and extensibility are important Features.

 

SICAM PAS (Power Automation System) meets all the demands placed on a distributed substation control system both now and in the future. Amongst many other standardized communication protocols, SICAM PAS particularly supports the IEC 61850 standard for communication between substations and IEDs. SICAM PAS is an open system and – in addition to standardized data Transfer processes – it Features user interfaces for the integration of system-specific tasks and offers multiple automation options.

 

SICAM PAS can thus be easily included in existing systems and used for system integration, too. With modern diagnostics, it optimally supports commissioning and maintenance.

 

SICAM PAS is clearly structured and reliable, thanks to its open, fully documented and tested System.

Essential Features:

• Modular and scalable hardware and software
• User-friendly
• Flexible, graphical configuration of automation
• Open system thanks to standards

Device interfaces and communication protocols

• In a substation that you configure and operate with SICAM PAS, you can use various types of protection units, IEDs, bay control units, measured-value recorders and telecontrol units from a wide range of manufacturers. SICAM PAS offers a large number of commercially available communication protocols for recording data from various devices and through differing communication channels. Subsequent expansion is easy.

Available protocols

These communication protocols and device drivers can be obtained as optional additions to the standard scope of SICAM PAS.

• IEC 61850 (Client) IEC 61850 is the communication standard for interconnecting the devices at the bay and station control levels on the basis of Ethernet. IEC 61850 supports the direct exchange of data between IEDs, thus enabling switching interlocks across bays independently of the station control unit, for example.
• IEC 60870-5-103 (Master) Protection units, IEDs, bay control units, measured-value recorders and transformer controllers from many manufacturers support the IEC 60870-5-103 protocol and can therefore be connected directly to SICAM PAS.
• IEC 60870-5-101 (Master) The IEC 60870-5-101 protocol is generally used to connect telecontrol units. The ‘balanced’ and ‘unbalanced’ traffic modes are supported. Automatic dialing is also supported for the connection of substations with this protocol. SICAM PAS can establish the dial-up connection to the substation either cyclically or as required (e.g. for command output). By contrast, the substation can also establish a connection cyclically or in event-triggered mode.
• IEC 60870-5-104 (Master) Furthermore, connection of substations is also supported by the TCP/IP-based IEC 60870-5-104 protocol.
• DNP V3.0 (Master) – Level 3 Apart from the IEC protocols -101 and -104, DNP 3.0 is another standardized telecontrol protocol used by many IEDs and RTUs and applied worldwide. The units can be connected both serially and with TCP/IP (DNPi).

Product Details:

O&M for T&D Networks Siemens offers a wide array of O&M services and “care-free packages,” in which we guarantee a defined performance level either for the entire electrical network or for specific portions of it. The operation and maintenance of the whole network or specific targeted functions can be transferred to Siemens for a fixed period of time. Expert network management, operation and maintenance:

• Development of service packages, adapted to individual needs and expectations

• Customized services focused on technical, financial, and regulatory asset

• Performance guarantee and performance evaluation through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and/or Services Level Agreements (SLAs)

• The RUGGEDCOM-Selector lets you configure RUGGEDCOM products quickly, easily, and efficiently, by using targeted navigation through selection menus or by entering item numbers. Selected products can then be ordered directly by transferring the parts list into the Industry Mall.

O&M services for the electrical systems of wind farms 
Power electronics-based facilities like high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS) enable the transmission of electrical energy over long distances, allow the asynchronous interconnection of grids, increase the reliability of AC networks, and help reduce power delivery costs, among other functions. Siemens offers a broad array of O&M services and “care-free packages” for these HVDC and FACTS facilities.

 

Our O&M service coverage for wind farms: Onshore and offshore wind farms interconnected to the grid using conventional AC or HVDC technology.
O&M services for HVDC and FACTS facilities
Power electronics-based facilities like high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS) enable the transmission of electrical energy over long distances, allow the asynchronous interconnection of grids, increase the reliability of AC networks, and help reduce power delivery costs, among other functions. Siemens offers a broad array of O&M services and “care-free packages” for these HVDC and FACTS facilities.

• Our O&M service coverage for power electronics-based T&D facilities:
• HVDC overhead, underground, and/or undersea systems
• Static VAr Compensator (SVC)
• Thyristor Controlled/Protected Static Compensators (TCSC/TPSC)
• Fixed Series Compensator (FSC)

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SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS FOR RMG INDUSTRIES

We offer Substation Automation for RMG Industries for boosting the efficiency of operations and avoiding unnecessary breakdowns.  We also provide training in our new installation for operation and maintenance staff of client to better understanding technology, thus increasing the plant efficiency. 

Substation Automation for RMG Industries solutions are as follows: 

Engineering Solutions:

•  Auto Transfer Scheme for Incomer and DG switchover 

A bus transfer system is designed to provide process continuity to the loads attached to a motor bus while transferring the bus from one source to another. A successful bus transfer under contingent conditions provides immense value and benefits to continuous process operations that cannot afford an interruption of power supply to plant auxiliaries. 

We are experienced in designing and implementing such schemes for substations.  This can be done as a retrofit in existing panels or supplied as a new panel as per station condition and requirement.

• Load Shedding scheme

During overloads in the mains, the load shedding applied to interruptible loads is often the only solution to keep the industries in operation. Normally, in such cases, non-critical loads that are earlier identified are tripped automatically to avoid interruption of critical loads and induced penalties when power is being drawn from the grid. 

We offer a range of products and solutions from Siemens/Schneider for these critical operations based on Current, Power or frequency for load shedding.

• Power System Studies and Relay Coordination’s

Relay coordination study and analysis is performed to make sure that safety operation of the system are functioning correctly and to avoid the nuisance tripping, as protection is a major concern in any industry and they rely on protective devices for the same. 

        The aim of a coordination study is to determine the characteristics, ratings, and settings of overcurrent protective devices which will ensure that minimum unfaulty load is interrupted when protective devices isolate a fault or overload anywhere in the system.

• Protection System Upgradation/ Retrofits with Modern Numerical Relays

Older relay usually outdated, are supposed to be replaced in industries to avoid mal tripping and ease operations in a plant. We offer 

1. Replacement of old Electromechanical Relays with Numerical Relays
2. Replacement of Outdated Numerical Relays with Latest Models
3. Upgradation of existing SCADA system
4. Integration of additional Devices into existing SCADA

            Our team is experienced in carrying out such services in all types of industries, from data collection, to upgradation and handing over. 

• Outage Loss Monitoring meters

Outages can cause losses in an industry. These outages are often classified as Controlled outage (normal shutdown) or uncontrolled outage (fault trip). Our meters are specifically designed to register such outages in Minutes or seconds and report to automation system. This helps in evaluation of losses on per day, per month or per year basis. 

Testing and AMC Solutions

• Testing of Substation Equipment’s

Testing of substation equipment’s is a critical task with several standards defined for each equipment for testing. This ensures a proper operation in the substation in the team of experts can give you all kinds of Testing and commissioning of Substations. We can work all across the voltage levels LV, MV, HV and EHV. 

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SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS FOR PHARMA SECTOR

We offer Substation Automation Solutions for Pharma Industries for boosting the efficiency of operations and avoiding unnecessary breakdowns.  We also provide training in our new installation for operation and maintenance staff of client to better understanding technology, thus increasing the plant efficiency. 

Our Substation Automation Solutions for Pharma industries are as follows: 

Engineering Solutions:

•  Auto Transfer Scheme for Incomer and DG switchover 

A bus transfer system is designed to provide process continuity to the loads attached to a motor bus while transferring the bus from one source to another. A successful bus transfer under contingent conditions provides immense value and benefits to continuous process operations that cannot afford an interruption of power supply to plant auxiliaries. 

We are experienced in designing and implementing such schemes for substations.  This can be done as a retrofit in existing panels or supplied as a new panel as per station condition and requirement.

• Load Shedding scheme

During overloads in the mains, the load shedding applied to interruptible loads is often the only solution to keep the industries in operation. Normally, in such cases, non-critical loads that are earlier identified are tripped automatically to avoid interruption of critical loads and induced penalties when power is being drawn from the grid. 

We offer a range of products and solutions from Siemens/Schneider for these critical operations based on Current, Power or frequency for load shedding.

• Power System Studies and Relay Coordination’s
  1. Replacement of old Electromechanical Relays with Numerical Relays
  2. Replacement of Outdated Numerical Relays with Latest Models
  3. Upgradation of existing SCADA system
  4. Integration of additional Devices into existing SCADA
  • Protection System Upgradation/ Retrofits with Modern Numerical Relays
  • Outage Loss Monitoring meters

Relay coordination study and analysis is performed to make sure that safety operation of the system are functioning correctly and to avoid the nuisance tripping, as protection is a major concern in any industry and they rely on protective devices for the same. 

        The aim of a coordination study is to determine the characteristics, ratings, and settings of overcurrent protective devices which will ensure that minimum unfaulty load is interrupted when protective devices isolate a fault or overload anywhere in the system.

Older relay usually outdated, are supposed to be replaced in industries to avoid mal tripping and ease operations in a plant. We offer 

            Our team is experienced in carrying out such services in all types of industries, from data collection, to upgradation and handing over. 

Outages can cause losses in an industry. These outages are often classified as Controlled outage (normal shutdown) or uncontrolled outage (fault trip). Our meters are specifically designed to register such outages in Minutes or seconds and report to automation system. This helps in evaluation of losses on per day, per month or per year basis. 

Product Details:

We offer Substation Automation Solutions for Garments Industries for Industries for boosting the efficiency of operations and avoiding unnecessary breakdowns.  We also provide training in our new installation for operation and maintenance staff of client to better understanding technology, thus increasing the plant efficiency. 

Our Substation Automation Solutions for Garments industries are as follows: 

Engineering Solutions:

•  Auto Transfer Scheme for Incomer and DG switchover 

A bus transfer system is designed to provide process continuity to the loads attached to a motor bus while transferring the bus from one source to another. A successful bus transfer under contingent conditions provides immense value and benefits to continuous process operations that cannot afford an interruption of power supply to plant auxiliaries. 

We are experienced in designing and implementing such schemes for substations.  This can be done as a retrofit in existing panels or supplied as a new panel as per station condition and requirement.

• Load Shedding scheme

During overloads in the mains, the load shedding applied to interruptible loads is often the only solution to keep the industries in operation. Normally, in such cases, non-critical loads that are earlier identified are tripped automatically to avoid interruption of critical loads and induced penalties when power is being drawn from the grid. 

We offer a range of products and solutions from Siemens/Schneider for these critical operations based on Current, Power or frequency for load shedding.

• Power System Studies and Relay Coordination’s

Relay coordination study and analysis is performed to make sure that safety operation of the system are functioning correctly and to avoid the nuisance tripping, as protection is a major concern in any industry and they rely on protective devices for the same. 

        The aim of a coordination study is to determine the characteristics, ratings, and settings of overcurrent protective devices which will ensure that minimum unfaulty load is interrupted when protective devices isolate a fault or overload anywhere in the system.

• Protection System Upgradation/ Retrofits with Modern Numerical Relays

Older relay usually outdated, are supposed to be replaced in industries to avoid mal tripping and ease operations in a plant. We offer 

1. Replacement of old Electromechanical Relays with Numerical Relays
2. Replacement of Outdated Numerical Relays with Latest Models
3. Upgradation of existing SCADA system
4. Integration of additional Devices into existing SCADA

Our team is experienced in carrying out such services in all types of industries, from data collection, to upgradation and handing over. 

• Outage Loss Monitoring meters

Outages can cause losses in an industry. These outages are often classified as Controlled outage (normal shutdown) or uncontrolled outage (fault trip). Our meters are specifically designed to register such outages in Minutes or seconds and report to automation system. This helps in evaluation of losses on per day, per month or per year basis. 

Testing and AMC Solutions

• Testing of Substation Equipment’s

Testing of substation equipment’s is a critical task with several standards defined for each equipment for testing. This ensures a proper operation in the substation in the team of experts can give you all kinds of Testing and commissioning of Substations. We can work all across the voltage levels LV, MV, HV and EHV. We have our own advanced testing equipment to carry out necessary testing of the substation.

Product Details:

SUBSTATION AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS FOR STEEL PLANTS

We offer Automation Solutions for Steel Plants for boosting the efficiency of operations and avoiding unnecessary breakdowns.  We also provide training in our new installation for operation and maintenance staff of client to better understanding technology, thus increasing the plant efficiency. 

Our Automation Solutions for Steel Plants are as follows: 

Engineering Solutions:

•  Momentary Paralleling Schemes & Fast Bus Transfer schemes

A bus transfer system is designed to provide process continuity to the loads attached to a motor bus while transferring the bus from one source to another. A successful bus transfer under contingent conditions provides immense value and benefits to continuous process operations that cannot afford an interruption of power supply to plant auxiliaries. 

We are experienced in designing and implementing such schemes for substations.  This can be done as a retrofit in existing panels or supplied as a new panel as per station condition and requirement.

• Load Shedding scheme

During overloads in the mains, the load shedding applied to interruptible loads is often the only solution to keep the industries in operation. Normally, in such cases, non-critical loads that are earlier identified are tripped automatically to avoid interruption of critical loads and induced penalties when power is being drawn from the grid. 

We offer a range of products and solutions from Siemens/Schneider for these critical operations based on Current, Power or frequency for load shedding.

• Power System Studies and Relay Coordination’s

Relay coordination study and analysis is performed to make sure that safety operation of the system are functioning correctly and to avoid the nuisance tripping, as protection is a major concern in any industry and they rely on protective devices for the same. 

        The aim of a coordination study is to determine the characteristics, ratings, and settings of overcurrent protective devices which will ensure that minimum unfaulty load is interrupted when protective devices isolate a fault or overload anywhere in the system.

• Protection System Upgradation/ Retrofits with Modern Numerical Relays

Older relay usually outdated, are supposed to be replaced in industries to avoid mal tripping and ease operations in a plant. We offer 

1. Replacement of old Electromechanical Relays with Numerical Relays
2. Replacement of Outdated Numerical Relays with Latest Models
3. Upgradation of existing SCADA system
4. Integration of additional Devices into existing SCADA

            Our team is experienced in carrying out such services in all types of industries, from data collection, to upgradation and handing over. 

• Outage Loss Monitoring meters

Outages can cause losses in an industry. These outages are often classified as Controlled outage (normal shutdown) or uncontrolled outage (fault trip). Our meters are specifically designed to register such outages in Minutes or seconds and report to automation system. This helps in evaluation of losses on per day, per month or per year basis. 

 

Product Details:

Being the leading names of the industry, we are involved in providing a wide range ofFeeder Remote Terminal Unit. Due to high demand, our products are available in diverse configurations.

 

Features:

 

• Longer working life

• Easy to use

• Fine finishing

• High strength

• Available in different configurations

• Top performance

The SICAM FRTU (Feeder Remote Terminal Unit) 6MD25 is an Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) that acquires data from feeders (like RMUs, distribution transformers, etc) and transfers the information to the central station.The FRTU is a versatile tele control device with modular design. The design features flexibility for interchanging the I/O modules. This provides benefit for expansion and easy maintenance. The different communication interfaces available are RS485, Ethernet, and USB ports for configuration, monitoring and control of tasks. The FRTU features self-supervision functionality and an LED present on the front panel for indication in an event of fault. The FRTU comes with software tools that simplify configuration, troubleshooting and repair, thus intended to give the user longer installed product life.

Power:

• Wide range of supply to the Power Supply module 1. DC20V to DC60V 2. AC85V to AC265V/DC110 V to DC300V
• Power Supply module protection in reverse polarity, Overcurrent (fuse),under voltage
• I/O Interface
• Scalable and configurable digital inputs (16to64) for Digital Input module(in terms of 2 variants 16 DI and 32DI)
• Scalable and configurable digital outputs (8to32) for Digital Output module (in terms of 8 DO and 16 DO)
• Wide range of unipolar and bipolar inputs for Analog Input module
• Software configurable de-bounce filter,chatter filter and double point processing time.

Product Details:

SICAM Fault Passage Indicator (FPI) is a device that is used for detection and signalling of short circuit and earth-fault on medium voltage cable networks.

4 external current sensors detect the phase faults (R, Y, B) and earth-fault (E).

The current sensor detects phase fault and earth-fault current based on the set current threshold detection and communicate to SICAM FPI via an optical signal.

By using the rotary switch available on the individual sensor, you can set the fault current threshold for phase sensors from 200 A to 1200 A (Type 1 Series), 200 A to 800 A (Type 2 Series) and for earth sensor from 10 A to 100 A (Type 1 Series), 40 A to 300 A (Type 2 Series).

When the current exceeds the set threshold level, the current sensor provides an input via plastic fibre-optic cable to SICAM FPI. In this condition, the corresponding LEDs blink. In normal operating condition, there is no LED indication.

SICAM FPI is used as a fault detection and indication unit. SICAM FPI is used in the feeder and distribution automation of secondary medium-voltage systems that ranges from 10 kV to 36 kV.

Benefits

• Self sustained, continues functioning using internal lithium battery even after the main incomer feeder has tripped.
• Safe, complies with the IEC 61010-1 safety standards.
• Simple, DIP switch based setting for configuration and diagnostic testing.
• Configurable Binary Outputs, for remote indication to SCADA for faults/diagnostics via FRTU/RTU.
• Enhanced diagnostics, self and sensor cable diagnostics is supported.
• Local Indication, 3 red LEDs for phase fault, 1 red LED for earth fault, 1 yellow LED for battery health condition for local indication.
• Multiple reset functionality, Auto reset, remote reset via external push buttons, front fascia.
• User Configurable Momentary Fault Override function.
• Extended Battery Life, Enhanced Power Management leading more than 2000 hours of operation under fault conditions (blinking).
• Sensors, IP 67 complaint self sustained accurate sensors with a noise immune plastic fibre-optic cable interface to the SICAM FPI Indicator unit.

Product Details:

The SICAM A8000 series is a new modular device range for telecontrol and automation applications in all areas of energy supply. This device series was developed to fulfill the requirements of a broad field of applications. The most important features are:

• Suitable for rough ambient conditions thanks to mechanically stable modules and an extended temperature range from -40 to +70 °C.
• High voltage strength up to 5kV (IEC 60255) for use directly in substations.
• Fulfills tomorrow’s cyber security requirements with BDEW White Paper conformity, integrated crypto chip and IPSec encryption.
• Integrated communications interfaces incl. GPRS “on board”.
• Automation functions (IEC 61131-3), e.g. for controlling a regulated distribution transformer or for load control.
• Space-saving design with a module width of 30mm (without display for CP) Scalable by combining individual I/O modules.
• Long product life cycle and high investment security by using standards as IEC 61850.

The SICAM A8000 series also offers the 3-stage smart functions:

• Monitoring: The first stage focuses on the monitoring of stations to enable rapid fault localization and high availability.
• Telecontrol: The second stage involves switchgear telecontrol in addition to monitoring, thus minimizing downtime. Thanks to this application, fault isolation and power supply restoration of de-energized network sections are no longer difficult tasks for power supply utilities.
• Load flow control: In the third stage, the effects of decentralized power feed-ins are managed via automation. Network losses can be significantly reduced this way.

Device characteristics

• Communication interfaces and protocols

2 x Ethernet LAN TCP/IP10/100BASE-TX 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-485 (galvanically isolated) IEC 60870-5-101/-103/-104, Modbus RTU IEC 61850 Ed1/Ed2 client & server DNP3.0 serial, TCP/IP Further protocols on request

• Operation and display

Local operation with 4 function keys Display (128x96 pixels), power, ready and error LED, status LEDs of communication interfaces

• Real time clock

+/- 2 ppm, time synchronization via SNTP

• Electromagnetic compatibility

IEC 60870-2-1, IEC 61010, IEC 60255-5, IEC 61000-4, EN 55022, CE marking IT Security IPSec, Radius, Syslog, https, SNMPV3

• Auxiliary voltage

DC 18 - 60 V

• Inputs/outputs

12 galvanically isolated digital inputs (24-60 VDC) 8 digital outputs Max. 116 I/O with expansion modules (max. 6 expansion modules)

• Temperature range:

From -40°C to +70°C

• Housing specification (basic unit)

Plastic housing for DIN rail mounting Dimensions: 128 x 124 x 123 mm (W / H / D) Protection class: IP20, IP40 front

• Special features

Integrated web server for configuration and diagnostics Data storage via SD memory card (storage of parameters and device firmware) Freely programmable user programs according to

• IEC 61131-3

Future security standard (BDEW white paper conformity and integrated crypto chip)

Power supply module PS-8620 / PS-8622

• Operation voltage

DC 18 - 78 V (PS-8620) DC 82,5 - 286 V (PS8622)

• Housing specification

Plastic housing for DIN rail mounting Dimensions: 30 x 132 x 124 mm (W / H / D)

 

Product Details:

RETROFITTING SCADA/RTU/GATEWAY AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT & LOAD SHEDDING

We offer Retrofitting Scada/ RTU/Gateway  solutions, an industry-leading suite of substation controllers and switches that support a variety of substation control, communication, monitoring, protection and automation applications and functions.

Integration of protection IED‘s with RS-485 communication (IEC 60870-5-103)

Ethernet Switch for the IEC 60870-5-104 communication to the control system

Binary input card for common alarms

Option: Remote control and status supervision of the primary equipment with digital I/O modules.

We offer integrated Electrical & Automation solutions for Oil & Gas, Cement, Metal and other Manufacturing industries, Infrastructure as well as utilities like Power and Water. We have experience of over four decades in diverse segments and proven capabilities across the entire value chain - comprising Proposals, Design, Engineering, Project Planning, Integration, Software Development, Integrated testing / FAT, Commissioning / SAT and After-Sales Service.

Integration of Master SCADA and operation from Master SCADA. The process involves :

• Engineering Data Preparation
• Drawings
• Survey Reports
• Cable Laying and Termination
• Handling
• Erection
• Testing
  • Local Testing
  • End To End Testing
  • Commissioning
• Local Display Monitoring System Installation and associated works are done in every premises of Remote Terminal Unit.
• Hardwiring
  • Identifying and wiring of DI, DO and AI points at C&R Panel
  • Ferruling
  • Routing
• Installation Termination and Commissioning of UPS and DCPS.
• Conducting SAT (Site Acceptance Test) to ensure Accuracy of all Signals, Commands and Analog Values.

RETROFITTING SCADA/ RTU/GATEWAY : TECHNICAL SUPPORT

We are committed to providing fast, courteous and professional post-sales technical support, product upgrades, and testing and repair services to our customers. Technical support engineers and technical specialists are standing by to assist you with your protection and control and substation automation product questions.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT &  LOAD SHEDDING.

SCADA and Energy Management Solution

Our  SCADA and Energy Management Solution package is a very cost-effective solution to monitor and control your application.

Our Intelligent and advanced system provides complete solution for monitoring and management of energy in the industrial plants along with control and automation. All the required hardware and software for monitoring of energy are part of the system. 

The complete systems can be installed and configured based on user and application requirements. Multiple verticals like electric automation, process control, BMS, Fire & Safety along with Security can be integrated. Our solutions are well known for Oil & Gas, Power Transmission & Distribution, Alternative Energy Markets etc.

• Integrated SCADA with energy management system along with meters, RTU, Data concentrator, software and Data converters supply
• Display Real Time Parameters with energy
• Display trend, alarms, minimum, maximum and average values
• Options to integrate with air conditioning, water and gas meters
• Generate reports
• SMS & Email service for Alarms & Reports.

Explore the comprehensive range of Automation Solutions offered by us Click Here!

Product Details:

SIEMENS SIPROTEC 6MD66 BAY CONTROLLER

The 6MD66 high-voltage bay control unit is the control unit for high voltage bays from the SIPROTEC 4 relay series. Because of its integrated functions, it is an optimum, low-cost solution for high-voltage switch bays. The 6MD66 high-voltage bay controller unit also has the same design (look and feel) as the other protection and combined units of the SIPROTEC 4 relay series. Configuration is performed in a standardised way with the easy-to-use DIGSI 4 configuration tool.For operation, a large graphic display with a keyboard is available. The important operating actions are performed in a simple and intuitive way, e.g. alarm list display or switch gear control. The operator panel can be mounted separately from the unit, if required. Thus, flexibility with regard to the mounting position of the unit is ensured. Integrated key-operated switches control the switching authority and authorisation for switching without interlocking. High-accuracy measurement ( 0.5 %) for voltage, current and calculated values P and Q are another feature of the unit.

Product Details:

SIEMENS SIPROTEC 6MD63 BAY CONTROLLER

The 6MD63 bay control unit is a flexible, easy-to-use control unit. It is optimally tailored for medium-voltage applications but can also be used in high-voltage substations.The 6MD63 bay control unit has the same design (look and feel) as the other protection and combined units of the SIPROTEC 4 relay series. Configuration is also performed in a standardized way with the easy-to-use DIGSI 4 configuration tool.For operation, a large graphic display with a keyboard is available. The important operating actions are performed in a simple and intuitive way, e.g. alarm list display or switchgear control. The operator panel can be mounted separately from the relay, if required. Thus, flexibility with regard to the mounting position of the unit is ensured.Integrated key-operated switches control the switching authority and authorization for switching without interlocking.

Product Details:

SICAM AK 3, the youngest member of the SICAM RTUs product family, is extremely flexible and powerful thanks to the modular, consistent SICAM system architecture. The SICAM AK 3 provides a multitude of possibilities for the automation of widely distributed processes, and is the most powerful device of the SICAM RTUs product family in terms of communication, automation functionality and redundancy. Automation, telecontrol, and communication functions can be easily combined in full compliance with IEC 61850.

 

 

The SICAM AK 3 scores points not only with its improved mechanical design but also with significantly simplified hardware components combined with higher performance:

A more powerful power supply (optionally in redundant configuration) is as much part of the systematic enhance-ment as the integration of two network interfaces on the CPU boards (can be extended to up to four interfaces). Additional connection cards and patch plugs are no longer needed.

All existing and proven SICAM AK system concepts and functions, from redundancy to automatic data flow to SICAM Safety, and many more, are still available in the SICAM AK 3 - the third AK generation.

Like all products of the SICAM RTUs system family, the SICAM AK 3 can be also parameterized with the SICAM TOOLBOX II object-oriented engineering software.

Based on the proven SICAM AK system, the new SICAM AK 3 has been equipped with the following additional features:

• Improved mechanical design
• New power supply (120W), optionally redundant
• New, more powerful master CPU (CP-2016) and C-CPU (CP-2019)
• Integrated Ethernet interfaces on the CP-2016 and CP 2019
• Higher availability combined with greater performance
• Reuse of peripheral modules
• Remote maintenance via encrypted end-to-end security
• BDEW and NERC CIP compliant

 

SICAM TM

A Rising demands for efficiency in nearly all processes require increasingly innovative automation solutions to achieve a more comprehensive and safer utilization of primary equipment. A prerequisite for this is automation systems such as SICAM TM with various communications interfaces and peripheral elements that can be expanded by adding modules.

Essential Features:

• A SICAM TM is an automation unit within the SICAM system family, consisting of the master control element and the peripheral elements that can be expanded by adding modules and arranged in distributed locations.

Master control element

• Up to four communications interfaces via insertable serial interface modules for:

serial communication (point-to-point, multipoint, and dial-up traffic) LAN/WAN (Ethernet) Profibus DP

• Interfacing of up to 16 peripheral elements via the serial Ax peripherals bus (16 mbps)
• Function diagram design according to IEC 61131-3 with CAEx plus for open-loop and closed-loop control functions
• Configurable telecontrol functions with and without time tagging
• Time synchronization via minute pulse, time signal receiver, serial communications link or NTP server (LAN/WAN)
• Parameter setting, diagnostics, and testing by SICAM TOOLBOX II, both locally or from remote locations
• Storing of parameters and firmware on flash card

Peripheral element

• One peripheral element consists of a power supply, peripheral interface and up to eight I/O modules
• Direct connection of the signal cables via pull-off screw terminals
• Acquisition, processing and output of process data
• Exchange of process data with the master control element via the serial Ax peripheral bus

Product Details:

With the growing pressure on costs in virtually all processes, there is increasing need to also automate smaller stations in order to make better and yet more reliable use of existing equipment. Modern, high-performance automation systems allow the integration of smaller stations to provide universal and reliable management of complex processes.

Compact performance: SICAM MIC

• SICAM MIC (Terminal Module for microcontrol) is a low-cost, modular, telecontrol substation and belongs to the proven SICAM automation family. The devices consist of a master control element and various I/O modules and are designed for DIN rail mounting. The master control element serves for the interfacing and supplying of the I/O modules and provides a telecommunications interface in accordance with IEC 60870-5-101 for dial-up or multi-point traffic. Alternatively LAN/WAN communication can be used, according to IEC 60870-5-104 over TCP/IP.

Integrated Web server for simple engineering

• We placed great importance on keeping the engineering process as simple as possible. The master control element has an integrated web server for configuration, diagnostics and testing, so that no special tools or additional licenses are needed. The tool is already integrated in SICAM MIC and is operated with a standard Web browser.

Plug & Play for servicing and commissioning

• The configuration parameters in SICAM MIC are already stored on an SIM card of the kind used in mobile phones. When commissioning or servicing, the configuration is simply transferred to the new device when the SIM card is inserted. Additional advantages of the SIM card are that all data is always available locally and there is no possibility of accidentally loading incorrect parameters (for example from a PC).
• Configuration is also possible with an offline tool without destination system hardware and can be carried out very simply at any desk. The fully written SIM card transfers the complete configuration into SICAM MIC. A Web browser is the only requirement for any changes or local tests. Alternatively, the engineering process can also be carried out with the SICAM TOOLBOX II.

Benefits

• SICAM MIC is a universal system suitable for electricity distribution stations, hydro-electric power stations, pipelines, gas distribution stations, railway power supplies and tunnels, and for building protection and alarm sensors
• Simple configuration by means of integrated Web browser with no special tools or licenses, configuration, diagnostics and testing via integrated Web server
• Alternatively engineering is also possible with the SICAM TOOLBOX II
• Simple application programs
• Plug & Play with SIM card for data storage when commissioning and servicing: no tools needed for changing modules; offline- and duplication tool for SIM card
• 35 mm DIN rail mounting
• Communication via IEC 60870-5-101/104

Multi-point traffic:

• analog or digital radio
• telecommunications cable
• DLC modem (Distribution Line Carrier)

Dial-up traffic:

• analog telephone networks
• SDN
• GSM
• TETRA (TErrestrial Trunked RAdio)

TCP/IP communication:

• LAN (local area network)
• WAN (wide area network), GPRS/EDGE

Product Details:

SIEMENS IEC 61850 SYSTEM CONFIGURATOR ENGINEERING SOFTWARE FOR IEC 61850 SYSTEMS

The IEC 61850 system configurator is the manufacturer-neutral solution for the interoperable engineering of IEC 61850 products and systems and supports all devices with IEC 61850, not just Siemens products like SIPROTEC 5, SIPROTEC 4, SIPROTEC Compact, Reyrolle, SICAM RTUs, SICAM IO/AI/P85x/ Q100 - but also devices from other areas (such as SITRAS PRO) or from third parties. The tool supports the SCL (substation configuration description language) configuration files from the IEC 61850-6 through import or export of all formats (ICD/IID/CID/SCD/SSD/SED).

Thus, IEC 61850 devices can be added and a complete IEC 61850 station is available for the substation automation Technology.The tool supports the SCL (substation configuration description language) configuration files from the IEC 61850-6 through import or export of all formats (ICD/IID/CID/SCD/SSD/SED). Thus, IEC 61850 devices can be added and a complete IEC 61850 station is available for the substation automation Technology. IEDs from the IEC 61850 standard of Edition 1 or Edition 2 are supported.

The possible engineering therefore includes not only the GOOSE communication and the client/server configuration via MMS reporting but also the system topology, the process bus communication with SMV (sampled measured values) and the IEC 60870-5-104 addresses for the gateway to the network control center via IEC 61850-80-1. Simple engineering thanks to customer-friendly workflows and the universal display of IEC 61850 addresses as well as customer description texts. Users with IEC 61850 basic or expert knowledge find the desired level of detail. For documentation purposes, the engineering can be displayed in the web browser in a customer-friendly form. Harmonized interfaces of the tool, such as with DIGSI 4 and DIGSI 5, reduce the engineering effort for Siemens engineering even more.

ENEAS generic solutions for wind power are a set of modules for all typical substation automation purposes within the power collection grid of all levels of a wind power plant’s power collection grid. The set of modules has been specially designed to provide off-the-shelf solutions for wind power purposes and are applicable for onshore and offshore wind power projects of all sizes. ENEAS generic solutions for wind power considerably reduce planning and engineering efforts, increase the overall project quality and transparency, and speed up project planning and implementation.

 

Based on Siemens’ long-standing experience in substation automation of wind power plants of all sizes, ENEAS generic solutions for wind power comprise a set of pre-engineered, universally applicable solutions for substation automation and protection that cover wind turbine tower switchgear as well as medium-voltage and high-voltage switchgear. All system solutions are precisely tailored for a range of selected applications and include the entire documentation in a standardized and pre-prepared format.

 

On the bottom line, they make possible faster returns through reduced project times and faster project implementation, and they ensure long-term reliable operation and economic efficiency. Geared towards state-of the art digital substation automation, Siemens ENEAS generic solutions for wind power are a comprehensive set of modules comprising tried and tested solutions for substation automation in power collection grid applications. This modular kit covers the entire range of types and sizes of wind power plants from a single turbine to large-scale wind farms.

Based on proven concepts, our substation automation solutions are perfectly suited to handle all substation automation tasks – for all voltage levels and all types of switchgear. We can implement decentralized solutions based on distributed field devices, as well as centralized remote control systems with integrated automation and node functions, or multi-functional protection systems for the coordination and interaction of different kinds of protective gear.

Product Details:

The IEC 61850 system configurator is the manufacturer-neutral solution for the interoperable engineering of IEC 61850 products and systems and supports all devices with IEC 61850, not just Siemens products like SIPROTEC 5, SIPROTEC 4, SIPROTEC Compact, Reyrolle, SICAM RTUs, SICAM IO/AI/P85x/ Q100 - but also devices from other areas (such as SITRAS PRO) or from third parties.

 

The tool supports the SCL (substation configuration description language) configuration files from the IEC 61850-6 through import or export of all formats (ICD/IID/CID/SCD/SSD/SED). Thus, IEC 61850 devices can be added and a complete IEC 61850 station is available for the substation automation Technology.

 

The tool supports the SCL (substation configuration description language) configuration files from the IEC 61850-6 through import or export of all formats (ICD/IID/CID/SCD/SSD/SED). Thus, IEC 61850 devices can be added and a complete IEC 61850 station is available for the substation automation Technology.

 

IEDs from the IEC 61850 standard of Edition 1 or Edition 2 are supported. The possible engineering therefore includes not only the GOOSE communication and the client/server configuration via MMS reporting but also the system topology, the process bus communication with SMV (sampled measured values) and the IEC 60870-5-104 addresses for the gateway to the network control center via IEC 61850-80-1.

 

Simple engineering thanks to customer-friendly workflows and the universal display of IEC 61850 addresses as well as customer description texts. Users with IEC 61850 basic or expert knowledge find the desired level of detail. For documentation purposes, the engineering can be displayed in the web browser in a customer-friendly form. Harmonized interfaces of the tool, such as with DIGSI 4 and DIGSI 5, reduce the engineering effort for Siemens engineering even more.

The SICAM Bay Controller is designed for use with the SICAM AK substation automation system. The device can be ordered as modular variant (for large IO-requirements) and as compact variant (for smaller IO-requirements).

IEC standard protocols employed in modern substation control enable homogeneous, vendor-neutral total solutions and offer optimum investment security for the operator. Even with standardized protocols, the analysis or simulation of the behavior of the employed devices is a daily requirement in the operation and installation of substation control systems. The SICAM Protocol Test System provides this functionality.

 

Simulating individual or several devices simplifies process-es, especially when planning systems. Importing the IEC 61850 standard files enables the user to simulate device behavior and to streamline test and com-missioning procedures. Vendor-neutral, comprehensive analysis features help to resolve errors or faults of individual devices. The SICAM Protocol Test System assists system planners and operators to simplify their daily work and will become an indispensable tool.

Characteristics and technical highlights

• Product and vendor-neutral testing system
• Simulation of up to 255 IEC 61850 servers
• Interactive simulation (commands and feedback) of entire systems incl. third-party devices - SCD, ICD import (ICD files for SIPROTEC 4 devices are already included in the software package)
• Simulation of malfunctions
• Dynamic measured value with auto-simulation
• Simulation of fault records
• GOOSE publish
• Network overview analysis - which server is connected to which client?
• Testing the NTP time server in the network
• Simple operation no training required
• Plain-text display also for IEC60870-5-101, -104 and -103 with storable data models using .csv file import of long texts.
• Long-time recording
• For Windows operating systems

Tried and tested functionality

• Extensive experience of a wide range of protocols gained through implementation of SICAM RTU automation systems in systems comprising heterogeneous equipment from different OEMs
• Active participation on various IEC standardization committees
• Pioneering role in implementation of IEC 60870-5-10x standard protocols

Simple operation

• No training required
• User-friendly Windows interface
• Context-sensitive online help
• Plug & Play installation

Plain-text display

• Interpreted message display (addresses and user data separated by link layer and user data)
• Plant name display possible through import of data point lists via CSV import interface

Monitoring und Simulation

• Simultaneous monitoring of send data from both sides
• Single remote station simulation for IEC 60870-4-101 and -104
• Simulation of up to 255 remote stations for IEC 60870-5-103
• Simulation of standard protection device profiles (user can add other protection device profiles)
• Fault record emulation (IEC 60870-5-103 only)
• External hardware for PCs requiring only one serial interface

Automatic load shedding: Fail-safe power supply for core components

In case of overload, automatic load shedding stabilizes the power supply of large-scale industrial plants through the prioritized disconnection of consumers, thereby ensuring that core processes remain under power in critical situations and expensive downtimes are avoided. This function is especially important when grid stability is put at risk by critical events. In this case, low priority consumers are disconnected in order to restore the balance between energy generation and consumption.

 

Prepared for every eventuality

To ensure grid stability at all times, the automatic load shedding system analyzes all possible fault patterns in advance and calculates which loads will need to be disconnected. In the event of a fault, the system recognizes which of these scenarios pertains and disconnects the relevant consumers within a tenth of a second.

 

Power-based load shedding continuously calculates the necessary reactions to critical scenarios that could occur and is therefore prepared for all eventualities at all times. This predictive approach is used for fast load shedding as well as for blocking of large loads.

 

Fast power-based load shedding

Critical events – like a disconnection from the external power utility grid or the failure of a generator in island mode – require the fastest load shedding possible in order to limit the resulting drop in power frequency and prevent triggering of the underfrequency protection. The system only sheds as much load as necessary for restoring the rated frequency.

 

Dynamic power-based load shedding

In stable island mode, loads change as needed by the industry process. These variations are balanced by the primary control of the on-site turbines. As the power requirement increases, the spinning reserve decreases, reducing the capability for starting big loads. Dynamic load shedding monitors the spinning reserve for a defined limit value. While it is permissible to exceed the limit for short periods, load is shed if these periods last for longer in order to restore the required reserve. In addition, in island mode large consumers are monitored while in the idle state. If the spinning reserve falls below these starting power level, a signal inhibits the start and so prevents grid overload.

 

Frequency-based load shedding

This function is available both as an independent main function for ordinary applications and as a reserve function for fast power-based load shedding. It monitors when the frequency drops below given thresholds and sheds predefined loads as required, independent of the control system. It can function in the event of multiple faults in the grid, and also sheds loads reliably even when the central unit is disconnected.

 

Wide range of different applications

The ENEAS solution for load shedding is suitable for both compact and large grids, regardless of whether they contain one or more substations – both in greenfield and brownfield projects. Even for plants with existing parallel wiring to a central point there is an alternative solution available.

Benefits

• Very short reaction times of < 70 ms thanks to fast, secure GOOSE telegrams
• Inclusion of multi-island configurations, with automatic, procedural calculation of topology and straightforward graphical planning
• Open for long-term expansions using standard IEC 61850
• High cost efficiency through integration into the substation automation system
• Extremely high availability as a result of redundant controller and independent backup function
• Suitable for new plants, plant refurbishment, and combinations

Telecontrol: comprehensive network information

Telecontrol systems based on ENEAS provide multi-hierarchical monitoring and remote control, as well as node functionalities on all network levels. They also permit consistent remote maintenance through process communication.

 

One special benefit is their modular structure, with a scalable system family for all applications. This allows them to be flexibly adapted to the primary process and its spatial distribution, and ensures long-term expandability with minimal effort. All the components used are based on a shared system architecture and technology. Because identical communication functions are used, the available protocols can be employed on all telecontrol systems.

 

As part of the evolutionary development of our solutions, we consistently aspire for upward compatibility in order to guarantee maximum investment protection and future viability. Taking this as our basis, we develop sophisticated migration concepts that allow you to cost-effectively updating the technology of the obsolete systems.