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SUMMARY
This Technical proposal will consist of two proposed products, such as DEIF-AGC200 and
eGenKit Remote Monitoring & Control Device.
In section 2, DEIF-AGC200’s product introduction and features will be described. In
addition the comparison between AGC-200 and Deepsea 7510 will also be discussed.
In section 3, eGenKit’s product introduction, features and benefits, system architecture and
certifications will be explained in detail.
In section 4, the integration between AGC-200 and eGenKit will be discussed to provide the
whole solution of remote monitoring and control functionality.
2. DEIF-AGC200
INTRODUCTION
The Advanced Gen-set Controller (AGC 200) family is a range of controllers containing all
necessary functions for protection and control of a diesel engine. The range contains
controllers that are dedicated for any application, right from a single gen-set in island mode
to very complex power plants with 16 generators, 8 bus tie breakers and 1 mains breaker.
FEATURES
Features available for all applications:
• Numerous operating modes in one software
• Synchronization of up to 26 breakers in one plant
• Multi-master power management
• Load-dependent start and stop
• Load management
• Priority selection (manual, relative running hours, absolute running hours, fuel
optimization)
• Compatible with your existing AGC-3 gen-sets
• Redundant CANbus for power management
• User-programmable logic (M-Logic)
• Configurable inputs
• Configurable outputs
• Engine, generator and load protection
• Voltage measuring range: 50 to 690V AC (UL/cUL Listed 50 to 600V AC)
• J1939 engine communication, supporting 11 different engine brands with the ability
to easily handle other engine brands
• Readout of engine diagnostics in clear text
• Remote control via high speed TCP/IP, RS485 Modbus or GSM modem
• High speed USB connection
• Multi-language interface
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• - 40 to 70 ºC operating temperature
• IP65 protection
• Firmware is upgraded via SD card. No PC required
• Parameter files stored and loaded from SD card
• Lifetime logging stored on SD card
AGC-200 VS DEEPSEA 7510 COMPARISON
Load dependant Start/Stop (LDSS)
DSE7510 has:
1) LD Start level (e.g. 80 % of nominal power)
2) LD Stop level (e.g. 70 % of nominal power)
AGC 200 has:
1) LD Start level (e.g. 80 % of nominal power)
2) LD Stop level (e.g. 70 % of nominal power)
3) LD Start level (e.g. 80 % of nominal apparent power)
4) LD Stop level (e.g. 70 % of nominal apparent power)
5) LD Start level (e.g. 200 kW)
6) LD Start level (e.g. 200 kVAR)
DSE solution work for 2 or 3 DG system, but for more gensets DSE will not be sufficient.
For example:
We have a 5 DG 1 MW system. The biggest load can jump to 200 kW.
DSE7510 settings:
LD Start 80 % (when one DG is running we have min 200 kW available)
LD Stop 70 %
When load is 3200 kW => 5 DG will be running
AGC-200 setting:
LD Start at 200 kW
When load is 3200 kW => 4 DG will be running.
Ground relay
AGC-200 has Ground relay where as DSE7510 does not.
The purpose of this function is to always let the star point of only one gen-set be
connected to ground during island mode operation. The reason for this is to avoid
circulating currents between the generators. The function is adjusted in menu 8120.
The AGC which has the lowest can ID and where the generator breaker is closed will close
its ground relay. Should this gen-set stop, it will open its ground relay when the generator
breaker opens, and the ground relay of the generator which now has the lowest can ID closes
its ground relay instead.
DSE write Control over the neutral earthing is not made by the DSE controller. Provision for
this function must be made by external switching, often utilizing auxiliary contacts of the
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load switching devices.
DSE will normally require a PLC for systems with 3-4 DG or more to control the ground
connection.
Close before excitation
AGC-200 has “close before excitation” feature where as DSE7510 has not.
It is possible to adjust the AGC-200 to start up the Gen-set with the excitation switched
off. When the gen-sets are started up, then the breakers will be closed and the
excitation started.
It is also possible to close the breaker before the engine is started. This function called “close
before excitation.”
The purpose of the “close before excitation” is that the Gen-sets can be ready for the load
very quickly. All of the gen-sets will be connected to the busbar as soon as
they are started, and as soon as the excitation is switched on the Gen-sets are ready
for operation. This is faster than the normal synchronizing, because in that case
the breakers will not be closed until the generator voltage is in the synchronized
position, and it takes some time to achieve that position.
The “close before start” function can also be used, if the load requires a “soft” start.
This can be the case when the Gen-sets are connected to a transformer.
As soon as the excitation is activated, the generators will equalize the voltage and
frequency and will eventually run in a synchronized system.
When the excitation is activated, then the regulators of the AGC will be switched on after an
adjustable delay. It can also be used as magnetization of transformers.
Load shedding
AGC-200 has load shedding feature in compare to DSE7510 (not available).
The trip of Non Essential Load (NEL) groups (load shedding) is carried out in order to
protect the busbar against an imminent blackout situation due to either a high load/current or
overload on a generator set or a low busbar frequency.
The unit is able to trip the three NEL groups due to:
1) the measured load of the generator set (high load and overload)
2) the measured current of the generator set
3) the measured frequency at the busbar
The load groups are tripped as three individual load groups. This means that the trip of
load group no. 1 has no direct influence on the trip of load group no. 2. Only the
measurement of either the busbar frequency or the load/current on the generator set is
able to trip the load groups.
Trip of the NEL groups due to the load of a running generator set will reduce the load
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on the busbar and thus reduce the load percentage on the running generator set. This may
prevent a possible blackout at the busbar caused by an overload on the running
generator set. The current trip will be selected in case of inductive loads and unstable
power factor (PF <0.7) where the current is increased.
Trip of the NEL groups due to a low busbar frequency will reduce the real power load
at the busbar and thus reduce the load percentage on the generator set.
This may prevent a possible blackout at the busbar:
1) If there is no load tie breaker in AMF applications
2) If DG starts to shut down and then avoid black out
GOV / AVR outputs
AGC-200 has relays inside the unit and can supply 0-20 mA and 0-10 V from an IOM
module in which are connected to the J1939 CAN communication.
DSE7510 has BUILT-IN GOVERNOR AND AVR CONTROL, Fully Isolated and can
supply + / - 10V DC
Programmable Logic
AGC-200: M-logic is available
DSE7510: Not available
Figure 2.0: M-Logic software example
Redundant PMS
DSE 7510 is not available
AGC 200 is available
In emergency systems where require extra operation reliability, redundant CANbus
communication lines can be used to provide back-up.
History log
DSE7510 has 25 events history log
AGC-200 has 150 events history log.
AGC-200 also provides a life time log in which stored at the SD Card (if it is installed).
The history log at the SD Card gives a possibility to recover the events log even the unit is
damaged.
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DEIF AGC-200 PLANT FOR PT. LAUTAN PROJECT
AGC-242 Multiple gen-sets, load sharing, island power management, up to 16 generators.
Figure 2.1: AGC-242 sample connection drawing
3. eGenKit
INTRODUCTION
eGenKit is a WEB based remote monitoring & control device for power generators
applications. With eGenKit, one can monitor generators conditions 24/7 anywhere and
anytime.
eGenKit is primary used in generator controllers facility, such as to be integrated with DEIF,
Deepsea, and other controllers as long as there is Modbus RTU-RS485 communication
protocol. In addition, due to its technology, it can be used as well with other instruments that
have Modbus RTU communication protocol.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
1) Web based remote monitoring and control generators via Internet Browser (i.e. : Internet
Explorer and Mozilla)
The benefits of remote monitoring & control capability are described as follow:
- One can monitor generator conditions/parameters 24/7 (i.e. monitor: voltages,
currents, power consumption, fuel level, frequency and other parameters as detected
by the generator controllers used) anywhere and anytime.
- One can reduce the unnecessary site visits and operating & travelling expenditures by
monitoring and control the generators remotely.
- One can improve the efficiency of human resources by allocating the HR on other
tasks
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- eGenKit will complement the on-site operators in term of providing accurate data on
the generators.
- One can manage the refueling schedule for generators.
- One can manage generators fleets effectively.
- There is no software installation required and there is no limitation on the amount of
computers license.
The following is the sample screenshot of the Plant View where one monitors real time
generators value and perform remote control:
Figure 3.0: Plant View to remote monitor and control
2) Alarms Management Systems
The benefits of having alarms management systems are described as follow:
- One can prolong generators lifespan by receiving instantaneous SMS and email alerts
if the generators trigger alarms.
- One can take quick actions to troubleshoot generators problems by early detection
from the alarms alerts.
- One can improve the after sales or customer service by proactive to the customers on
reporting generators conditions.
- eGenKit can send up to 5 SMS numbers and unlimited email address.
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The following is the sample screenshot of alarm alerts via SMS:
Figure 3.1: Alarms alert via SMS.
3) Data logging with trending graph presentation
The benefits of having data logging with trending graph presentation are described as
follow:
- One can dispatch of correctly skilled engineers to solve the onsite problems.
- Service engineers can plan to bring the right tools before going onsite.
- eGenKit will provide accurate reports in term of generators conditions.
- Service engineers can predict the generators’ problems before travelling to the site by
analyzing the historical trending.
- Export generators’ parameters to EXCEL spreadsheet for generating reports.
- eGenKit can store the data up to 180 days.
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The following is the sample screenshot of trending presentation and imported EXCEL
spreadsheet:
Figure 3.2: Trending on Voltage example (x-axis displayed Time Stamp, y-axis displayed Voltage level).
Figure 3.3: Imported parameters in EXCEL Spreadsheet..
4) GPS Tracking System
The benefits of having GPS Tracking System are described as follow:
- One can have peace of mind to know their generators assets are still in place.
- eGenKit has Geofencing technology in which if the eGenKit hardware is moved
outside certain radius, eGenKit will send alarm alerts via SMS and email.
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The followings are the sample screenshots of the MAP View of eGenKit:
Figure 3.4: Global Map View showing generators in different countries, such as Bangkok, Manila and Singapore.
Figure 3.5: Street Map View showing generators location in street level.
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SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
Figure 3.6: eGenKit System Architecture.
eGenKit is usually installed in the generator panel and is integrated with generator
controllers via Modbus RTU – RS485 communication protocol. The transmission of the
generators parameters to the server will be via two options of connectivity, one is via
GPRS and the other is via LAN (Ethernet RJ-45 port). At the moment the server is
located in Singapore (Power Instruments will host the server). Once the information is
stored in the server, users can log in to the eGenKit server to perform remote
monitoring and control to generators. Next, if the alarms triggered in generator
controllers, eGenKit will send SMS and email alerts to the recipients.
In addition, beside remote monitoring and alarms management systems, users can also
send control command from the server back to the generators (i.e. remote start/stop
generators). eGenKit also provide the GPS tracking systems via satellite to monitor the
position of the generators and if the generators are moved outside certain set radius,
eGenKit will alert the recipients through SMS and email. Finally, eGenKit provides the
comprehensive solution to monitor and control generators remotely with its data
logging features to store all the information for recording purposes up to 180 days.
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