Securing Reliability in Industrial Power Grids

Industrial power grids are private networks essential for powering large-scale manufacturing operations where downtime is not an option. Their function is to maintain uninterrupted production and ensure safety by verifying the total reliability of critical electrical assets. To assist in achieving reliability goals, we provide a holistic toolset for power & distribution transformers, MV/HV switchgear, instrument transformers, motors & generators, partial discharge diagnostics, protection schemes, and power network cybersecurity.

The Future of Industrial Energy Stability

Ensuring the reliability of industrial power grids requires managing medium-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems that often operate independently or via complex utility grid interconnections. We support as an essential partner by providing automated testing and real-time monitoring for operations and maintenance teams at plants and factories for a wide scope of industries, including; Oil & Gas, Chemical, Metal, Marine, Automotive, Data Centers etc. Our portfolio instills high confidence in system interoperability as you transition from reactive repairs to proactive asset management and securing critical infrastructure.

Key Focus Areas and Methodologies

Industrial power grids utilize the following areas to meet their unique operational challenges effectively:

Power Transformer Testing

Comprehensive diagnostics for distribution and HV power transformers

Rotating Machine Testing

Comprehensive diagnostics for large industrial motors and generators.

Protection Scheme Verification

Testing complex busbar and motor protection ensures selective tripping.

Switchgear Testing

Testing MV/HV breakers to identify degradation accumulated during long idle times and wear-related problems.

Ground/Earth Testing

Accurately determining impedance parameters and ground grid integrity ensures correct protection settings and personnel safety during fault conditions.

Asset Management

Centralizing all test data provides a "health score" for critical production assets.

Operational Security

Industrial networks are monitored for malicious cyber activity and functional errors that could cause a process to trip.

Navigating the Virtualized Grid Environment

Modern industrial power grids face extreme pressure to prevent production losses that can cost millions per minute. Challenges include maintaining the stability of "islanded" microgrids, ensuring the correct function of protective relays and swicthgear, avoiding insulation failures and protecting against OT-specific cyber threats. 

The Industrial Microgrid Horizon

The outlook for industrial power grids points toward a massive shift of high demand growth, digitalization, and low-carbon infrastructure. With heavy industry electrification as part of decarbonization programs, the traditional grid infrastructure is experiencing a significant transformation.
Digitalization also means that for industrial sites the attack surface expands and so OT-specific cyber threats will be a concern for the future.

 

 

Value & Outcomes

Efficiency Gains

Reduce primary asset and protection testing time up to 80% with automated processes.

System Confidence

Significant reduction of unplanned downtime and higher levels of electrical safety for personnel.

Grid Resilience

Ensure long-term stability with a data-driven “health score” with proactive asset management.

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Can your tools test our large industrial motors?

Yes. we offer specialized solutions for motor and generator testing that assess insulation, winding integrity, and protection.  

How can we protect our OT network without specialized IT experts?

Our StationGuard solution is designed for electrical engineers; it visualizes the network and alerts you to security threats in plain language, no "IT-speak" required.  

Can we track the health of our assets for many years?

Yes. our ADMO and CORTEX Grid solutions store historical data, allowing you to see trends and predict when an asset might fail before it happens.  

How complex is it to use OMICRON test sets?

We offer several test sets and dedicated training programs linked to a certain application, such as ground impedance testing. We provide basic test sets (multi-functional) for specific applications and specialized test sets for power users.