Energy management in three steps
A Total Concept for Energy Management
Energy management is an integrated and continuous process of measurement, reporting, and improvement, going far beyond simply recording energy consumption.
Power quality measurement
Effective power quality management enables you to reduce maintenance costs, extend equipment lifespan, and enhance process continuity. fortop supports you in achieving these goals.
Step 1: Measurement
Selecting the right meter is essential. For a continuous improvement process, accurate and permanent measurement is required, which is easier said than done. Studies show that around 30% of measuring instruments are incorrectly connected. How can you ensure reliable measurements?
Key considerations for correct measurement:
- Define clearly what you want to measure, and at which point in the installation.
- Select the appropriate meter and measurement transformers.
- Position the measuring instruments (analysers) correctly.
- Connect the instruments properly.
- Verify that the configuration of the measuring instruments is correct.
Step 2: Monitoring
Draw the right conclusions
Accurate interpretation of measurement data is essential to draw the right conclusions. We need to be able to view data clearly, receive alerts at the appropriate times, and generate periodic reports. Achieving this requires carefully designed software.
Software
This includes both software on the meter itself (decentralised) and software that can integrate all measurement points centrally.
Read more about analysis and reporting software
Step 3: Improve
Address the power quality (PQ) problem at its source wherever possible. Sometimes the issue may arise because equipment does not meet the manufacturer’s specifications, or modifications to the installation may be required.
Issues with the network operator
In certain cases, the problem originates with the network operator. If this cannot be resolved directly, solutions may involve either a passive approach, such as filters or compensation, or an active approach, such as an active dynamic filter.
Perfect Power – Smart solutions for grid optimization
A Reliable Power Supply: Not as Self-Evident as It Seems
Demand on the power grid continues to rise, while its quality is coming under increasing strain. As a result, issues with power quality are becoming ever more common and are posing a significant risk to businesses and organisations that depend on an uninterrupted electricity supply.
fortop: The Power Quality Specialist
That’s why international manufacturing companies, data centres, hospitals, airports, grid operators, electrical contractors and installers all choose to work with fortop. We are specialists in energy control. Through precise measurement, analysis and optimisation, we help ensure the continuous availability and reliability of electrical power.
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