At its core, a digital substation focuses on converting binary status and analog measured data into digital data - reliably and seamlessly. This makes data easier to transmit and share between devices and substations in real time, so it can be better utilized, processed and acted upon.
Reduce CAPEX by eliminating duplicated hardware (CT, VT are no longer required)
Reduce engineering work through simplified system drawings
Improve workforce safety (miles of copper wires are replaced with fiber-optic cables)
Easier, faster and remote commissioning / testing
Reduce substation footprint by up to 50% through a smaller control room
Improve system reliability through increased situational awareness and asset utilization
A digital substation isn't built in a day. The journey typically begins with the upgrade of a single analog relay to a multi-function digital device.
With more than 6 years of experience, across 27 countries to deliver more than 100 digital substation (process bus) projects, our experts have been working with utilities and industries to plan, design and implement these advanced solutions.
We work with your teams to build the skills and expertise you need. And as your organization's digital expertise grows, so will the benefits - enabling the transition toward a fully digital tomorrow.
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Listen as Terrence Smith helps put IEC 61850 into perspective by discussing what it is, the data model, the publisher/subscriber protocol and process bus & station bus applications.
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As the electrical networks have evolved to meet the changing demands of consumers, substations have kept pace, bringing together improved technologies, engineering and operational strategies to improve the availability of the electrical network. This evolution has given rise to the intelligent digital substation.
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Many Grid Solutions customers today share the same concerns: Reducing material and labor costs and adapting to a shrinking work force as many people will be eligible for retirement in the near future. With our digital substations, we are working with customers to address these concerns.
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