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[ { "title": "LEARN | Power Management (Part 2)", "nid": "624", "body": "\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWe\u2019re running a NEW series on Power Management. In \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.html?type=article\u0026amp;name=LEARN--Power-Management-Part-1\u0022\u003EPart 1\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E, we gave an overview of what a power management system is. In Part 2, we dig into the benefits of improving power system performance using\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/power-management/\u0022\u003Epower management systems\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022PM Pt 2\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a86690e8-1451-49db-8711-07320e2c0fb8\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/PM%20Pt%202.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow does a power management system help your facility?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe newest\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=Brochure\u0026amp;p_File_Name=998-20821700_GMA.pdf\u0026amp;p_Doc_Ref=998-20821700_GMA\u0022\u003Epower and energy management systems\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0offer deep functionality to cover a range of important applications relevant to all types of facilities. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in power and energy analytic tools, while providing greater ease of use for facility teams. This means operations and facility teams can reveal and respond to opportunities and risks faster.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere\u2019s a brief look at the types of applications your team would typically use a power management system to address:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Electrical system health and efficiency\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nContinuously monitoring whether the three phases of power are balanced on all parts of your distribution system will help you maximize efficiency, avoid overloads, and identify any potential faults in loads like motors. Monitoring for excessive neutral current can identify grounding problems and wasted energy.\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/power-management/power-quality/\u0022\u003EPower factor\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0is another parameter that should be measured, since a low value indicates energy is being wasted. Since it can also incur a penalty on your utility bill, you may need to take corrective steps, such as installing a capacitor bank.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Capacity management\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nAnalyzing historical trends will help identify circuits that are more heavily loaded or, worse, at risk of tripping breakers due to overloading. This is especially vital when operating a critical facility with backup power systems, such as hospitals or data centers. You can also discover if you have extra, unused capacity in some circuits that can be used to address load balancing or to cost-effectively support dynamic environments where facility or process expansions are common.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Equipment monitoring\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThough some power quality problems can come from the utility grid, many come from within your own electrical distribution system. As facilities modernize to improve energy efficiency, the addition of LED lighting, VSDs, and automation equipment can produce harmonics. Identifying and mitigating excessive harmonic distortion can help you avoid problems for sensitive equipment and improve energy efficiency.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E4. Power event analysis\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nElectrical distribution networks regularly experience power disturbances that travel extremely quickly through the system and are short lived. Advanced power quality monitoring devices capture these disturbances at distributed points in your system, while power management analytics help you quickly follow the sequence of events to isolate and respond to root causes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EOnly a purpose-built power management solution can capture, upload, and make sense of the electrical system data required to support these important applications. Generic SCADA, building management, and manufacturing software platforms do not have the analytic and visualization tools required. In my next post, we\u2019ll look at the industry and technology trends that are influencing power management, and the choices you can make to ensure your power management solution is future ready.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/campaign/innovation/power-distribution.jsp\u0022\u003ESchneider Electric\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0offers extensive power management capabilities and solutions that help digitize your entire electrical infrastructure, connecting your facility teams to the data and insight they need to uncover risks to equipment and uptime, and to find opportunities to continuously improve system safety, reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. To learn more about EcoStruxure Power, check out Schneider\u2019s\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/campaign/innovation/power-distribution.jsp\u0022\u003Ewebsite\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=Brochure\u0026amp;p_File_Name=998-20821700_GMA.pdf\u0026amp;p_Doc_Ref=998-20821700_GMA\u0022\u003EeBrochure\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EWe are the largest distributors of Schneider Electric in South Africa. We have the best technical advice and product knowledge. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for a Schneider solution for your facility!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESource:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/power-management-metering-monitoring-power-quality/2020/04/13/what-is-a-power-management-system-and-how-does-it-help-optimize-uptime-and-efficiency/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/power-management-metering-monitoring-power-quality/2020/04/13/what-is-a-power-management-system-and-how-does-it-help-optimize-uptime-and-efficiency/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jun 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "LEARN | Power Management (Part 1)", "nid": "622", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EWhat are the ways that intelligent solutions are helping facility teams optimize power and energy performance, whilst meeting business and sustainability goals?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn this NEW series, we start Part 1 with an overview of what a power management system is, and how it helps optimize uptime and efficiency...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022PMS part 1\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00222f9428c0-2c80-4c44-b32f-a38d67050a3e\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/PMS%20Part%201.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy do you need to manage your power? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe answer is simple. It is because electrical systems are getting more complex. There are more loads and processes that are more power sensitive. There are more types of loads and more types of distributed power sources. Many types of facilities are also getting larger or increasing in power density and criticality. All this means the need for comprehensive monitoring to stay on top of real-time electrical conditions throughout your power distribution system.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat Exactly is a Power Management System?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPower management systems help ensure the safe, reliable, efficient, and compliant operation of your electrical distribution systems, including the assets connected to it. They can help you:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E- Avoid electrical fires and prevent shock\u003Cbr /\u003E\n-\u00A0Recover from outages more quickly and safely\u003Cbr /\u003E\n-\u00A0Improve uptime by avoiding unplanned outages\u003Cbr /\u003E\n-\u00A0Find ways to reduce energy costs\u003Cbr /\u003E\n-\u00A0Optimize maintenance and get more life from electrical assets\u003Cbr /\u003E\n-\u00A0Simplify the process of acquiring and maintaining compliance to standards, regulations, and legislation for things such as energy management, carbon emissions, and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/power-management/power-quality/\u0022\u003Epower quality\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWho uses power management systems? \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAny facility that depends on their electrical distribution infrastructure to deliver high quality power at all times to keep their operations running. And, in fact, any business that wants to remain competitive and operationally efficient. This can range from large and critical facilities (e.g., hospitals, data centers, airports, telecom, etc.) to industrial plants and commercial buildings or campuses.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhat Does a Power Management System Look Like?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA power management system is founded on a\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/power-management-metering-monitoring-power-quality/2018/08/14/how-digitization-is-bringing-critical-power-distribution-out-of-the-dark/\u0022\u003Edigitized power distribution network\u003C/a\u003E, including connected devices and sensors that collect data from key points across your electrical infrastructure, from your facility\u2019s service entrance, across all feeders, down to final distribution and loads.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EReal-time power information can be acquired from stand-alone\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/4100-power-monitoring-and-control/\u0022\u003Epower metering\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0devices or from devices that have embedded metering capabilities such as\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/4700-protection-relays-by-range/?filter=business-6-medium-voltage-distribution-and-grid-automation\u0022\u003Eprotection relays,\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ca/en/product-category/86931-circuit-breakers/?utm_source=google\u0026amp;utm_purpose=marketo\u0026amp;utm_campaign=CA_-_BR_-_Residential_Electrician_-_English\u0026amp;utm_term=_%2Bschneider_%2Bbreaker\u0026amp;utm_source=google\u0026amp;utm_purpose=marketo\u0026amp;utm_campaign=CA_-_BR_-_Residential_Electrician_-_English\u0026amp;utm_term=_%2Bschneider_%2Bbreaker\u0026amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8NXbxK7A5wIVj8VkCh3wUgo5EAAYASAAEgI4MfD_BwE\u0026amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\u0022\u003Ebreaker trip units\u003C/a\u003E,\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/3000-motor-starters-and-protection-components/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Emotor control units\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/products/product-launch/altivar-process/\u0022\u003Evariable speed drives\u003C/a\u003E. You may already have a large number of these smart devices in place, ready to be connected and used as part of a more complete, fully digitized solution.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAll of your important electrical assets can be monitored, including transformers, medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) switchgear, generators, transfer switches, power control panels, distribution panels, motor control centers, uninterruptable power supplies, and harmonic filters. A wide range of data can be continuously gathered 24/7, supporting monitoring and analysis of real-time power conditions,\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/power-management/power-quality/\u0022\u003Epower quality\u003C/a\u003E, how efficiently energy is being consumed, and the health of equipment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOperational information about the power system is provided with situational awareness in mind through a variety of easy-to-use web applications including electrical mimic diagrams, power events analysis, power quality and electrical equipment trends, reports and dashboards. The user interfaces of a Power Management system are highly specialized and engineered for specific Power Management functions. Even though electrical power data can be easily shared with other systems such as building management, SCADA, industrial automation or enterprise energy management systems these other systems are not designed to support facility management teams for the purpose of Power Management. 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With our robust design standards and global certifications, ATV320 is a great solution that can help reduce installation costs and enhance machine performance. It also allows users to extend a machine\u0027s lifecycle in terms of installation and service.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/#!search/atv320\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022ATV320\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00229784a40c-277c-4648-a331-5c3a8140bec1\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/ATV320_RP19026B_web_0.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBenefits:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBook and compact format\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nEngineered for easy, cost-effective integration with various machine layouts and placement inside either cabinets or machine frames.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdvanced connectivity\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nEnables integration with many of the most common Ethernet and serial-based communication networks, from EtherNet/IP to CANopen.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERobust design\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nIEC 60721-3-3 class 3C3 coated printed circuit boards to extend availability in harsh environments, for example at ambient temperatures of up to 60\u00B0C without the need for additional cooling.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEmbedded safety\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nSafety Torque Off and four more functions for full safety monitoring. 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Smart machines, those that are better connected, more flexible, more efficient, and safe, are enabling machine builders to innovate in ways never before possible...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELearn more about the Altivar\u2122 Machine ATV320, click here to \u003Ca href=\u0022https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_enDocType=Catalog\u0026amp;p_File_Name=DIA2ED2160311EN.pdf\u0026amp;p_Doc_Ref=DIA2ED2160311EN\u0026amp;_ga=2.149660149.2101973422.1655101552-1603611637.1654601434\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDOWNLOAD\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E the brochure.\u003Cbr /\u003E\nBuy the ATV 320 range online, \u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/#!search/atv320\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESHOP\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E the Magnet Store now!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Jun 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Schneider" }, { "title": "DISCOVER | Schneider\u0026#039;s EasyPact TVS Range", "nid": "619", "body": "\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EContactors, thermal overload relays, control relays and circuit breakers - Schneider Electric has a comprehensive range for reliable motor control and protection...\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe EasyPact TVS range is precision-engineered to give designers, OEMs and panel builders a motor starter solution that perfectly balances performance, cost-effectiveness and quality.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EManufactured from premium materials in ISO 9001 and ISO 14000 certified production plants, the EasyPact TVS range us fully tested and certified by national, international and third-party organisations to all relevant safety standards.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/#!search/easypact-tvs\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022EasyPact\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022afd57097-d972-41ca-9ed5-433c4f74ec0e\u0022 height=\u0022390\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Schneider%20EasyPact.png\u0022 width=\u0022715\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/#!search/easypact-tvs\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESHOP\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E this competitively-priced range on the Magnet Store now!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more information, \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to our sales team:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "May 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Products, Schneider" }, { "title": "READ | Optimal Power Management", "nid": "618", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Power management\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a2f6a367-4b9e-4e90-8c85-e8cd97bc393d\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Newsletter%20image%2031%20May%2022.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EElectric motors have been the backbone for manufacturing industries which have for long relied on the efficiency in the systems brought by electric motors.\u003C/strong\u003E The idea behind electric motors is straightforward \u2013 supply electricity at one end and an axle or the metal rod rotate at the other end giving you the power to drive a machine. This traditional form of motoring operation has been transformed over a span of 200 years and is now an advanced technical breakthrough in the power generation and industrial automation sector.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe manufacturing industry dominates today\u2019s market and the industrial sphere.\u003C/strong\u003E In this sector, a significant chunk of power is consumed to convert raw materials into finished goods. It is a necessary resource as over 50% of the work completed in today\u2019s manufacturing plant is achieved by electric motors or the new age\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-subcategory/2935-servo-drives-and-motors/\u0022\u003Eservo motors\u003C/a\u003E. As per a study conducted to understand the electricity consumption trends, it has been estimated that this percentage will continue to increase to sustain the production rate in the future.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAs the production and manufacturing sector immensely relies on electric motors, it is essential to ensure that motors and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/in/en/product-category/3000-motor-starters-and-protection-components/\u0022\u003Emotor starters\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0are adequately protected.\u003C/strong\u003E Doing this will provide maximum operating time and cut down on the chances of outages. In today\u2019s highly complex industrial setups, improperly protected motors/circuits can result in unexpected production downtime, losses and breakdowns in the machinery. Over the last few decades, a significant amount of resources have been deployed to make the operating systems sound and efficient. 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