PRODUCT RANGE
The PFC is available in four versions and is customized to the individual customer’s requirements and can be retrofit in to any electric power plant.
PFC-100 is a single system with recording and playback.
PFC-200 is a dual system with recording and playback.
PFC-S1 is a simplified single version which only trips the Bus Tie Breaker.
PFC-S2 is a simplified dual version which only trips the Bus Tie Breaker.
INVESTIGATION AND ANALYZING
In the PFC 100 and 200, all signals are recorded and can be replayed and analyzed on board and even ashore. Data may be replicated to shore or manually exported through E-mail for analyzing and investigation of power fault situations.
The unique playback tool makes investigation of power faults fast and precise.
IMPLEMENTING A CLOSED BUS TIE BREAKER SOLUTION
When a PFC is implemented as part of an overall closed bus tie breaker solution, we make sure to perform all required studies, adjustments and modifications to the existing switch boards, drives and control systems.
The PFC measures system variables that are easily available in normal design of electric power generation and distribution systems for vessels and rigs.
In retrofit applications, there may be a need to add certain sensors, and signal transducers for signal acquisition to the system. In some cases the bus tie breaker arrangement also needs to be modified.
VERIFICATION
During commissioning of a PFC, the built in playback tool is an absolute requirement in order to adjust the trip values and document that the required safety margins are obtained. Without this unique playback tool, it is impossible to verify and document the systems failure mode handling.
EQUIPMENT
All PFC equipment is type approved for marine applications.
Documentation, testing, system FMEA and class approval is done case by case similar to a power management system.
ADD-ON OPTION
The PFC is based on the comprehensive Høglund Marine Automation AS HC800 technology and ABB automation products. The PFC can be expanded with many optional modules like Power Management, Load Control and Energy Monitoring.
