STATCOM

Static Synchronous Compensator

Fastest solutions available for Dynamic Voltage/VAR compensation
Active harmonic filtering capability
Smallest footprint per kVAr
Newest, most reliable technology available

Technology

1. Control and Protection
Equipped with a friendly HMI interface, our STATCOM offers ease of operation and multifunctional control settings. The system features remote real-time monitoring capabilities.
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2. Cooling system
Air/water or water/water cooling options are available. Our systems are designed with water pump redundancy for greater reliability.

3. Power Unit
This is the key element of the STATCOM. Our design offers high voltage with extremely low harmonic distortion using a low switching frequency that reduces power losses. We offer Wire bond or Press Pack IGBTs.

4. Reactor
Air core reactors offer high power density solutions. For some ratings and topologies, we can offer iron core, indoor reactors contained within the STATCOM for even a smaller footprint.

Operating principle

STATCOM is the newest VAR compensation technology available. The system is connected in parallel to the grid, generating a voltage waveform synchronized with the grid. Controlling the output voltage magnitude and frequency we can inject a rapidly changing current to follow the load reactive power requirements.

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Aplications

Proper selection and configuration of equipment can offer substantial benefits

Renewable Generation, Transmission & Distribution

Power factor control and voltage regulation is a must for renewable generation to comply grid code requirements.

Mitigate harmonics
Meet voltage & power factor requirements
Stabilize grid voltage
Reduce transmission losses
Balance three-phase power
Improve transient stability
Increase line capacity
Damp power oscillations

Steel Industry

A steady voltage and low harmonic content, increases productivity

Reduce electrode consumption
Increase refractory life
Garner more favorable tariffs
Reduce outages

Heavy Industry

Load evolution demands faster and more efficient solutions to avoid downtime and increase equipment life.

Energy cost reduction
Reduce outages
Increase productivity
Comply grid code requirements

FACTS Comparison

STATCOM is a newer technology than SVC, because of its advantages and versatility, it is replacing SVC as the main power quality and reactive compensation solution.

Case study

Summary
Industry: Steel
Load: 2 x 120 MVAs EAF steel facility
Objective: Comply new grid code requirements
Solution: Replace fixed harmonic filters with 320 MVAR STATCOM solution

Results
Although the main objective was to comply grid code power factor and power quality requirements, we obtained substantial productivity benefits.